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Protests and last-minute construction work disrupt Mexico City ahead of World Cup

Eight days before Mexico City kicks off the World Cup, mass protests by teachers and retired judges, road closures and last-minute construction work caused chaos in the capital on Wednesday for millions of residents who face long delays and complex rerouting of their daily commutes.

04 Jun 2026-00:58
Swiss striker in US visa limbo ahead of World Cup

Swiss forward Breel Embolo has yet to depart for the United States to join his national team for the World Cup, with Swiss football officials expressing disappointment but remaining hopeful that U.S. authorities will soon grant him permission to travel.

03 Jun 2026-22:43
Beloved 'Aladdin' singer Peabo Bryson passes away

The music world has lost one of its most legendary and romantic voices. Peabo Bryson, the two-time Grammy Award-winning R&B icon celebrated globally for anchoring some of Disney’s most magical animated love songs, has died at 75.

03 Jun 2026-09:46
Uruguay's De Arrascaeta suffers World Cup scare

Uruguay midfielder Giorgian de Arrascaeta has suffered a suspected muscle injury less than two weeks before the team's FIFA World Cup opener against Saudi Arabia.

03 Jun 2026-04:53
Switzerland’s top striker blocked from US before World Cup

Switzerland’s World Cup preparations suffered a setback on Tuesday after forward Breel Embolo was required to remain at home due to a last-minute decision by U.S. authorities to reassess his travel clearance.

02 Jun 2026-23:33
World Cup Group B preview: Canada hosts open battle for round of

With no traditional global heavyweight in sight, Group B of the 2026 FIFA World Cup is shaping up to be a beautifully chaotic battleground where all four nations have a completely realistic shot at reaching the knockout stage.

02 Jun 2026-16:31
Türkiye world cup squad 2026: Arda Guler headlines 26-man roster

Türkiye is officially back on the world’s biggest soccer stage for the first time in 24 years. Head coach Vincenzo Montella has locked in his final 26-player roster for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, opting for an exciting mix of seasoned veterans and explosive young talent.

02 Jun 2026-14:47
UN warns possibly strong El Nino could push global temperatures higher

The United Nations weather agency on Tuesday forecast a moderate or possibly strong El Nino that ‌could drive up global temperatures and increase the risk of extreme weather over the coming months.

02 Jun 2026-12:42
Toronto police seize $2.5 million worth of fake soccer gear ahead of World Cup

Less than two weeks before the World Cup kicks off, Toronto Police announced on Monday that ‌they made the largest known seizure of counterfeit soccer jerseys in Canadian history.

01 Jun 2026-23:20
Argentina's Messi arrives in Kansas City for World Cup campaign - VIDEO

The biggest star in the world’s most popular sport has arrived in Kansas City.

01 Jun 2026-10:14