FIFA slashes some World Cup ticket prices after global fan backlash
FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets following a worldwide backlash, with some final seats available for $60.
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FIFA slashed the price of some World Cup tickets following a worldwide backlash, with some final seats available for $60.
"CBS Saturday Morning" meets a group of female Afghan refugees in the U.S. who are persevering through their personal losses with the help of soccer, and competing in a way that they'd never be able to back home.
The 2026 Men's World Cup will be held across the United States, Canada and Mexico next summer.
President Trump, along with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney participated in the FIFA Men's World Cup draw on Friday in Washington, D.C. The world soccer organization also awarded Mr. Trump with its inaugural peace prize.
The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup draw wrapped up in Washington, D.C., on Friday, and we now know some of the first opponents for Team USA. FIFA television analyst and former professional soccer player Jamie Watson joins to break down the U.S. path to victory.
The head of FIFA showered President Trump with flattery and praise at the 2026 Men's World Cup draw in Washington, D.C., on Friday. With the Cup coming to the U.S. as the nation celebrates its 250th birthday, Mr. Trump's presence will be ever-present. CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang has more.
The groups for the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup are set. CBS Sports Golazo Network analyst and former USMNT player Charlie Davies joins with his takeaways from Friday's draw.
President Trump received the inaugural FIFA Peace Prize during the 2026 men's tournament draw. CBS News' Willie James Inman reports.
The 2026 FIFA World Cup draw will determine the groups and schedule for the highly anticipated global soccer tournament in the Americas. Alan Rothenberg, the former president of the U.S. Soccer Federation, to explain the drawing.
As Spain's soccer prodigy steps into the global spotlight, he stays rooted in his multi-dimensional heritage.
As Spain's soccer prodigy steps into the global spotlight, he stays rooted in his multi-dimensional heritage.
Barcelona scouts spotted Lamine Yamal when he was just 6 years old. Now 18, he's rising to the top of the soccer world.
At age 18, Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal is regarded as one of the world's best soccer players, just a few years after bursting onto the pro scene. He reflects on his roots and his rise to the top.
Spanish soccer star Lamine Yamal sits down with 60 Minutes correspondent Jon Wertheim to talk about his love for soccer, the World Cup, and the pressure of playing on the world stage.
At age 18, Barcelona sensation Lamine Yamal is regarded as one of the world's best soccer players, just a few years after bursting onto the pro scene. He reflects on his roots and his rise to the top.
Spanish soccer star Lamine Yamal sits down with 60 Minutes correspondent Jon Wertheim to talk about his love for soccer, the World Cup, and the pressure of playing on the world stage.
Barcelona's 18-year-old soccer phenom Lamine Yamal has captivated fans with his improvisation and flair. Already, he is considered a generational talent and an heir to the great Lionel Messi. Jon Wertheim meets Lamine Yamal Sunday on 60 Minutes.
NWSL commissioner Jessica Berman says the rival matchup "is going to be a nail-biter," and says the fans in the sold-out stadium are in for an exciting night.
The National Women's Soccer League championship will kick off on Saturday night in San Jose, California. The Washington Spirit are looking to rebound from last year's disappointment, and New York's Gotham FC are hoping to continue their upset run after entering the playoffs as the lowest seed. CBS News producer Elizabeth Campbell has more.
The 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup was a turning point for women's soccer in the U.S., with the game shattering attendance records and proving the sport could achieve commercial success. Brandi Chastain and Briana Scurry, who were on that historic team, join "CBS Mornings" to discuss the rise of women's sports.
Lori Lindsey, CBS Sports NWSL lead analyst and former Women's National Team member, joins "CBS Mornings" to break down expectations for Saturday's game between powerhouse teams Washington Spirit and Gotham FC. It's going to be "offense versus defense tomorrow night," Lindsey said.
Around 18,000 fans are going to fill the stands at San Jose's PayPal Park on Saturday to watch the Washington Spirit vs. Gotham FC NWSL championship matchup. Looking to build on this season's record success, the league is now adding two new teams -- the Denver Summit and the Boston Legacy. CBS News MoneyWatch correspondent Kelly O'Grady has an inside look.
The National Women's Soccer League Championship is set for Saturday in San Jose, California. The matchup features the Washington Spirit, who lost in last year's final, and New York's Gotham FC.
Julieta Makintach recused herself after it emerged she had been interviewed for a miniseries about the negligence case against Diego Maradona's medical team.
Luis Rubiales, former head of Spain's soccer federation, was pelted by eggs while presenting his memoir. His own uncle threw them.
The Trump administration on Monday announced it is seeking to revoke the citizenship of 17 U.S. citizens accused of immigration fraud.
Iran and Israel declare a halt to fighting as President Trump says both are seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after a major escalation in the 101-day war.
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
Federal immigration authorities barred a Somali soccer referee who was slated to officiate the FIFA World Cup from entering the U.S. over the weekend, citing "vetting concerns."
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
U.S. District Judge Leo Sorokin ruled in favor of a group of 20 states that challenged President Trump's new $100,000 visa fee.
On Friday, the Pentagon cut the number of religious affiliation codes from over 200 to 31 to help military chaplains streamline religious support services.
Russia sanctioned Alexander Browder, son of financier-turned-activist Bill Browder, after he unveiled an alleged cryptocurrency money laundering network.
An earthquake off Cuba was felt across parts of Florida, but Miami officials reported no major injuries, significant damage or tsunami threat.
Federal immigration authorities barred a Somali soccer referee who was slated to officiate the FIFA World Cup from entering the U.S. over the weekend, citing "vetting concerns."
"The people are there to see these two teams play," Bill Bradley said of President Trump's plan to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night.
Going public will allow OpenAI, valued at $852 billion, to inject more cash into its business as the AI race quickens.
SpaceX is setting aside a large chunk of shares for ordinary investors as it seeks to raise a record $75 billion. Here's what to know.
"AI can make everything that was on my plate visible to colleagues while I'm gone," one expert said.
Going public will allow OpenAI, valued at $852 billion, to inject more cash into its business as the AI race quickens.
SpaceX is setting aside a large chunk of shares for ordinary investors as it seeks to raise a record $75 billion. Here's what to know.
"AI can make everything that was on my plate visible to colleagues while I'm gone," one expert said.
New York Fed survey shows growing concern about household finances and the job market, even as the job market remains solid.
Although working remotely offers flexibility, it also takes a toll on people's mental health, experts said.
Donald Trump was booed loudly by fans inside Madison Square Garden when he was shown on video screens during the national anthem prior to Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday.
CBS News projects that incumbent Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass will face off against Nithya Raman in November's runoff election.
Federal immigration authorities barred a Somali soccer referee who was slated to officiate the FIFA World Cup from entering the U.S. over the weekend, citing "vetting concerns."
"The people are there to see these two teams play," Bill Bradley said of President Trump's plan to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals on Monday night.
Currently acting attorney general, Todd Blanche may face an uphill confirmation battle from some wary Republican senators.
There's a new safety concern about doctors prescribing one experimental weight loss treatment, retatrutide, that hasn't even been FDA approved yet. Adam Yamaguchi reports.
Doctors are jumping the gun to prescribe a medication lacking FDA approval that has gone viral on social media. "Why are we waiting?" one physician asked.
Approved 20 years ago as a diabetes treatment, GLP-1 drugs have been found to help patients reduce weight, changing the lives of more than 30 million people in the U.S. But there also have been troubling side effects reported.
Approved 20 years ago as a treatment for diabetes, GLP-1 drugs have been found also to help patients significantly reduce weight. More than 30 million people in the U.S. have had their lives changed by GLP-1 medications. But there have also been troubling side effects reported. Correspondent Tracy Smith talks with experts who say the drugs might prove useful in treating other diseases associated with obesity (including cancer); and with patients who have taken GLP-1 drugs and experienced widely varying reactions.
A medical breakthrough is showing promise for millions of Americans with Type 1 diabetes. It's an alternative to taking insulin without the injections. Mark Strassmann has more details.
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
Russia sanctioned Alexander Browder, son of financier-turned-activist Bill Browder, after he unveiled an alleged cryptocurrency money laundering network.
Pope Leo XIV denounced the "scourge" of sexual violence by Catholic clergy and called for a "culture of care" in the Church ahead of an expected private meeting with victims in Spain.
Iran and Israel declare a halt to fighting as President Trump says both are seeking an "immediate ceasefire" after a major escalation in the 101-day war.
A series of drone incursions into countries neighboring Ukraine and Russia is fueling concern that their four-and-a-half year war could spread.
Garry Nolan, a professor of pathology at Stanford University School of Medicine and the executive director of the board for The Sol Foundation, joins CBS News 24/7 to discuss Steven Spielberg's new movie, "Disclosure Day," and its exploration of the existence of aliens on Earth.
CBS News New York's Dave Carlin breaks down the biggest wins and performances from the 79th Tony Awards.
Oscar-winning director Steven Spielberg talks to CBS News about his 34th feature film, "Disclosure Day," which explores what would happen if all of the evidence about UFOs and alien life was released to the entire world and proved we are not alone. He also discusses his opinion on aliens, saying they "have been here and they are here."
At Broadway's biggest night, "Schmigadoon!" took home the award for best musical. Meanwhile, "Arthur Miller's 'Death of a Salesman'" won six Tony Awards, the most of the night. Jamie Wax has more on the winners and top moments.
"Schmigadoon!" — which was tied for the most nominations, with 12 — won Best Musical, and "Liberation" took home the honor of Best Play at the 2026 Tony Awards.
SpaceX is setting aside a large chunk of shares for ordinary investors as it seeks to raise a record $75 billion. Here's what to know.
"AI can make everything that was on my plate visible to colleagues while I'm gone," one expert said.
From labor shortages to environmental impacts, farmers are looking to AI to help revolutionize the agriculture industry. One California startup, Farm-ng, is tapping into the power of AI and robotics to perform a wide range of tasks, including seeding, weeding and harvesting.
LinkedIn's latest workforce report found hiring rates are nearly 5% lower than a year ago. Catherine Fisher, a LinkedIn career expert, explains how job applicants can break through the market, using AI when applying and more.
Prediction markets have become a draw for young men in search of quick cash and thrills, experts say. "I had almost $4,600 at one point but squandered that," one man said.
Great white sharks are classified as "critically endangered" in the Mediterranean Sea, and underwater sightings are incredibly rare.
The expected arrival of El Niño this summer could trigger another mass coral bleaching event, which would be the fifth on record, researchers said.
More than 5,300 years ago, Oetzi the Iceman was strolling through the Alps on the border of Austria and Italy when he was killed by an arrow in the back.
Days after a meteor exploded over New England, another fireball was spotted, visible in the Midwest to the Northeast. Rob Marciano has more.
A team of archaeologists at the iconic cathedral is digging straight down and back in time, to Roman Paris 2,000 years ago.
A man appeared in a Houston courtroom Monday after he was removed from a United Airlines flight last month for allegedly getting on the plane with a fake boarding pass. Jason Allen reports.
At least 12 people were injured during a mass shooting at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, officials say. CBS News' Jonah Kaplan reports.
Twelve people were injured, two of them critically, in what police are calling a "gunfight" that broke out at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, on Saturday. Jonah Kaplan reports.
Six people, including the suspect, were taken to the hospital after a stabbing incident at New York City's Penn Station on Sunday evening.
A toxic couple orchestrates an elaborate plan to kill a mother. "48 Hours" correspondent Peter Van Sant reports.
Out of an abundance of caution, NASA briefly directed five of the seven crew members aboard the International Space Station to wait inside the docked SpaceX Crew Dragon "Freedom" spacecraft.
Three solar flares burst from the sun this week, raising the chances of seeing the northern lights for people across the United States.
NASA officials said the $582 million MAVEN orbiter could not be recovered after a problem on the far side of Mars late last year, and that its extraordinarily successful mission was at an end.
Damage to Blue Origin's lone launch pad in the wake of last week's spectacular explosion was not as severe as initially feared, the company said.
The FLEX Rover will be equipped to carry two astronauts and traverse hundreds of miles of lunar terrain.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Summer is the time to enjoy live music, indoors and out. Scroll through our gallery of some of 2026's leading musical acts, featuring images by CBS News photojournalist Jake Barlow and photographers Ed Spinelli and Kirstine Walton.
Does the evidence show a cover-up, or was Todd Kendhammer wrongfully convicted for the murder of his wife?
Family seeks answers in death of newlywed who disappeared in 2005 while on Mediterranean honeymoon cruise.
Meet the tattooed beauty charged in the death of Google executive Forrest Hayes.
Wisconsin state representative and self-described democratic socialist Francesca Hong launched what many would consider a long-shot candidacy for Wisconsin governor last year. But early polls show her as one of the frontrunners ahead of the Democratic primary on August 11. Hong joined CBS News to discuss her campaign.
Apple unveiled new child safety features for its devices at its annual Worldwide Developers Conference in Cupertino, California, Monday. CBS News senior business and tech correspondent Jo Ling Kent has more.
The Trump administration says it is moving forward with what it calls the largest-ever effort to use its power to revoke U.S. citizenship. CBS News immigration correspondent Camilo Montoya-Galvez has more.
Iran and Israel say they've halted military operations after weekend flare-up; Trump attends NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden.
Millions in central U.S. facing severe weather threats after weekend of storms; Inside Trump's visit to the NBA Finals.