Spain wins 2026 FIFA World Cup with grueling 1-0 victory over Argentina

Spain dominated the match, outshooting Argentina 20-3, but couldn't manage a goal in regulation — finally scoring in the second period of extra time.

• Jul 20

Argentina rallies past bitter rival England to book spot in World Cup final

Defending World Cup champion Argentina rallied to edge England 2-1 to advance to Sunday's final at MetLife Stadium, where they will face Spain.

• Jul 15

U.S. concludes another night of Iran strikes amid battle over Strait of Hormuz

Iran said it would attack "all infrastructure in the region" if President Trump follows through on his threats to attack Iranian civilian infrastructure.

• Jul 16

Maps show wildfire smoke forecast, air quality alerts in swath of U.S.

Heavy smoke from several large wildfires blazing in Canada and Minnesota engulfed large swaths of the Midwest and East Coast.

• Jul 19

U.S. restarts blockade and strikes Iran as Trump seeks control of Strait of Hormuz

As the U.S. restarts its Iran blockade and carries out more strikes, President Trump has called off a planned 20% fee on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

• Jul 15

Sam Neill, "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano" star, dies at 78

New Zealand actor Sam Neill, known for "Jurassic Park" and "The Piano," died Monday at 78, his family says.

• Jul 13

South African soccer player who competed in the World Cup dies at 25

Jayden Adams' death was confirmed by South Africa's minister of sport, arts and culture on Saturday.

• Jul 11

U.S. star Christian Pulisic fractured leg in World Cup loss to Belgium

Christian Pulisic was diagnosed with a fractured right leg, the U.S. Soccer Federation announced Thursday.

• Jul 9

U.S., Iran trade more strikes after Trump says ceasefire is "over"

The U.S. began a second night of strikes Wednesday and Iran responded in kind after President Trump declared earlier in the day that the ceasefire was "over."

• Jul 9

U.S. hits dozens of Iranian targets in retaliatory strikes after ship attacks

With peace talks on hold, the U.S. said it launched a "series of powerful strikes" on Iran in response to Iranian attacks on three commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.

• Jul 8

Belgium knocks out U.S. men 4-1, ending the Americans' World Cup run in Seattle

Belgium defeated the U.S. Men's National Team​ 4-1 on Monday night in the World Cup round of 16 knockout match in Seattle, ending the Americans' hopes of reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 24 years.

• Jul 6

FIFA criticized for lifting U.S. star's red card suspension after Trump phone call

Europe's soccer governing body and prominent commentators have criticized the decision, which allows Folarin Balogun to play against Belgium.

• Jul 7

Balogun's red card suspension lifted after Trump called FIFA chief

Balogun's reinstatement came after President Trump called FIFA President Gianni Infantino last week and asked for a review of the red card suspension.

• Jul 6

U.S. takes down Bosnia 2-0 for second-ever World Cup knockout round win

Folarin Balogun got the scoring going with a goal in the 45th minute, but was sent off with a controversial red card in the 64th minute.

• Jul 1

Venezuela death toll rises as search for earthquake survivors continues

Venezuelans have taken the search for missing loved ones into their own hands, citing a scarcity of government rescuers.

• Jun 27

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