Hegseth is facing questions from senators over funding for the Iran war
Error in New Jersey motor vehicle system led to 6,600 noncitizen voter registrations, governor says
Appeals court upholds White House adviser Peter Navarro's contempt of Congress convictions
After nearly 250 years, final Revolutionary War cannon fragment recovered from Lake Champlain
Mammoth sign defenseman John Marino to 8-year, $54 million extension
NFL training camps set to open with 10 new head coaches, several QB changes and plenty of hope
Entertainment|Sports|World
The best way to watch the World Cup is in Spanish
The best way to watch the World Cup is in Spanish
July 16, 2026World Cup
Political|Sports|World
Soccer-Argentine players brandish political Falklands flag after England match
Argentina players held up a political banner declaring "Las Malvinas Son Argentinas" ("The Falklands are Argentine") after their 2-1 World Cup semifinal victory over
July 16, 2026
Americas|Europe|Sports|World
Lionel Messi delivers again for Argentina as defending champions reach another World Cup final
Lionel Messi delivered for his teammates
July 15, 2026
Sports|World
In a Patagonia town with an 85-foot Messi statue, Argentines celebrate reaching World Cup final
In a town in Patagonia boasting a new 85-foot (26-metre) statue of soccer great Lionel Messi, joyful Argentines celebrated their country's
July 16, 2026
Sports|World
The World Cup final is set, with Messi and Argentina facing Yamal and Spain for the title on Sunday
The World Cup final is set for Sunday in East Rutherford, New Jersey, featuring a clash between Argentina and Spain
July 16, 2026
Europe|Interview|Sports|World
England coach Thomas Tuchel has a recipe for handling World Cup stress. It includes ice cream
How does England coach Thomas Tuchel handle the pressure of a run to the semifinals of the World Cup
July 15, 2026
Sports|World
Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory
Mikel Oyarzabal scored from the penalty spot after a heady play by teenager Lamine Yamal, Pedro Porro added another goal and Spain advanced to its first World Cup final since winning in 2010 with a 2-0 victory over France
July 14, 2026
Americas|Europe|Political|Sports|World
Is Mbappé too good for France?
Is Mbappé too good for France?
July 14, 2026
Arts|Sports|World
Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it
Could the next World Cup have even more teams? FIFA is considering it
July 13, 2026
Business|Economy|Environment|Health|World
Inside one Havana apartment building as Cuba went dark
Most nights, Frank Alfonso sleeps on the roof to escape the suffocating heat during Havana's increasingly frequent blackouts.
July 13, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World
Soccer-SoFi Stadium's World Cup run boosts confidence ahead of Super Bowl, LA Olympics
After a month of World Cup crowds, a
July 12, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World
Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal
Argentina survives Switzerland to set up a box-office showdown with England in the World Cup semifinal
July 12, 2026
Americas|Europe|Sports|World
Lionel Messi’s World Cup scoring streak ends, but his assist sparks Argentina’s win over Switzerland
Lionel Messi's World Cup scoring streak ended against Switzerland on Saturday, but he still made an impact with an assist in Argentina's 3-1 victory
July 12, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|US|World
'Ted Lasso' stars bring World Cup fever to Kansas City as Argentina faces Switzerland
Lionel Messi and Argentina are playing for a World Cup semifinal spot in Kansas City, Missouri, and Jason Sudeikis is paying attention
July 12, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
Soccer-World Cup reflects growing US appetite for soccer, 'Ted Lasso' creators say
The idea that soccer is not popular in the U.S. is "a little bit overstated" and the World Cup has helped prove it, "Ted Lasso" co-creator
July 12, 2026
World
Erling Haaland is Norway's World Cup machine — and the internet's babygirl
Erling Haaland has become a social media sensation during the World Cup
July 11, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Germany officials confident Klopp will be next national team coach
Germany’s soccer federation says it has held talks with Jurgen Klopp and both sides are confident he will take over as national team coach after the country’s disappointing exit from the World Cup
July 11, 2026
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
Why everyone loves Erling Haaland, Norway’s giant blonde striker
Why everyone loves Erling Haaland, Norway’s giant blonde striker
July 11, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Soccer-England's Kane confirms golf outing with Trump, praises president's game
England captain Harry Kane has confirmed he once played golf with U.S. President Donald Trump, describing the experience as "surreal" and praising the president's game.
July 11, 2026
Arts|Opinion|Sports|World
40 years on, Maradona’s ‘Hand of God’ goal is still celebrated. But should it be?
A philosopher of sport guides readers through the ethics of Diego Maradona’s most celebrated goal – and his most controversial.
June 17, 2026
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
In any language: English speakers are tuning into World Cup broadcasts in Spanish
Ashleigh Hallam teaches English at her local library in Indiana
July 10, 2026
Opinion|Sports|Technology|World
Soccer-Mission creep: FIFA's embrace of technology backfires in controversy-riven World Cup
If FIFA President Gianni Infantino imagined his embrace of technology might finally put an end to disputes over refereeing decisions, the World Cup would
July 10, 2026
Sports|World
France books a spot in the World Cup semifinals with a convincing 2-0 win over Morocco
France books a spot in the World Cup semifinals with a convincing 2-0 win over Morocco
July 10, 2026
Health|Sports|World
Soccer-Pulisic suffered fracture, bone bruise in US defeat by Belgium
U.S. forward Christian Pulisic suffered a microfracture and bone bruise in his right leg during the United States' defeat by Belgium in the World Cup round of 16, the
July 09, 2026
Arts|Entertainment|Interview|Sports
Finding the art in the beautiful game
Finding the art in the beautiful game
July 08, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Zlatko Dalić steps down as Croatia's coach after World Cup exit
Zlatko Dalić is out as Croatia’s coach after a spell that included leading the team to two consecutive top-three finishes at World Cups
July 08, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
Kylian Mbappé condemns Paraguayan senator over racist remarks after World Cup match
France star Kylian Mbappé condemned a Paraguayan senator over racist remarks she posted on social media after France defeated Paraguay in the round of 16 of the World Cup
July 07, 2026
Americas|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel
Walmart is hosting VIP tours for World Cup visitors
Walmart is hosting VIP tours for World Cup visitors
July 08, 2026
Americas|Sports|World
Lionel Messi leads Argentina to 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt and spot in World Cup quarterfinals
Lionel Messi did it yet again at this year’s World Cup
July 07, 2026
Sports|World
Ruben Vargas sends Switzerland to the World Cup quarterfinals with shootout win over Colombia
Ruben Vargas converted the decisive penalty and Switzerland advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals, beating Colombia 4-3 in a shootout after a scoreless draw
July 08, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
How Lionel Messi and Argentina sent the World Cup into a state of sporting nirvana
How Lionel Messi and Argentina sent the World Cup into a state of sporting nirvana
July 08, 2026
Sports|World
Argentina fans rally behind US after World Cup loss
CNN's Don Riddell speaks with Argentine fans who flocked to support the US team against Belgium in the World Cup. Belgium ended the US team's quarterfinal hopes, beating them 4-1.
July 07, 2026
Arts|Sports|World
What's offside? And all your other World Cup questions, answered
There's a lot to know about this World Cup, and there are no dumb questions
June 25, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
‘I want to welcome them’: Individuals with disabilities welcome fans to Kansas City Stadium
‘I want to welcome them’: Individuals with disabilities welcome fans to Kansas City Stadium
July 07, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts
Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts
July 07, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Trump: ‘I asked for a review by FIFA’ of controversial red card
President Donald Trump said Monday that he personally asked FIFA chief Gianni Infantino to review the decision to give a red card and one-game ban to Team USA star striker Folarin Balogun — a remarkable intervention that sparked a torrent of controversy at the World Cup. FIFA on Sunday announced that Balogun would be eligible to play in the Round of 16 against Belgium Monday night, igniting a political firestorm and questions around the integrity of the tournament.
July 06, 2026
Americas|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
He sold everything for his son. Now Paraguay’s hero goalkeeper will get a treasured jersey back
He sold everything for his son. Now Paraguay’s hero goalkeeper will get a treasured jersey back
July 07, 2026
Arts|Sports|World
The United States men exit the World Cup knowing they inspired a nation to believe they could win it all one day
The United States men exit the World Cup knowing they inspired a nation to believe they could win it all one day
July 07, 2026
Political|Sports|World
Belgium beats US 4-1 to reach World Cup quarterfinals, taking advantage of defensive lapses
The United States’ hopes for a deep World Cup run at home ended when Charles De Ketelaere scored twice and assisted on another goal, helping Belgium expose the Americans’ defensive liabilities in a 4-1 win Monday night that earned a quarterfinal berth
July 07, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World
Soccer-A blue city shakes off politics over US forward Balogun's red card controversy
A city known for angry protests, grunge and wearing head-to-toe black was transformed into a harmonious sea of red, white and blue on
July 07, 2026
Arts|Political|Sports|World
What to know after FIFA lifts suspension of US star Folarin Balogun
FIFA’s stunning decision to lift the suspension of a star U.S. player riled the host country's World Cup opponent, Belgium
July 06, 2026
Celebrity|Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World
Spain scores late to eliminate Portugal and potentially end Cristiano Ronaldo’s international career
Spain scores late to eliminate Portugal and potentially end Cristiano Ronaldo’s international career
July 07, 2026
Political|Sports|US|World
Trump says World Cup referee's red card call was 'horrible' but insists he left outcome to FIFA
President Donald Trump is taking credit for getting FIFA to review a red card issued at the World Cup against the United States’ star forward but says he did not demand an outcome
July 06, 2026
Political|Sports|World
‘I didn’t think it was a foul’: Trump says he asked FIFA president for review of controversial red card
‘I didn’t think it was a foul’: Trump says he asked FIFA president for review of controversial red card
July 06, 2026
Entertainment|Political|Sports|World
'Accidental American' Balogun at crossroads of US, soccer politics at World Cup
Folarin Balogun plays the biggest game of his life on Monday caught in a complex intersection of soccer, identity and U.S. politics, with
July 07, 2026
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World
Trump says he sought FIFA review of Balogun red card ahead of U.S.-Belgium match
President Donald Trump said on Monday he asked FIFA President Gianni Infantino to review a red card issued to U.S. striker Folarin
July 06, 2026
Americas|Europe|Sports|US|World
FIFA stunned the soccer world by allowing the USA’s Folarin Balogun to play on Monday. Trump’s role is under the microscope
FIFA stunned the soccer world by allowing the USA’s Folarin Balogun to play on Monday. Trump’s role is under the microscope
July 06, 2026
Political|Sports|US|World
Trump intervention causes World Cup storm as FIFA clears US striker Balogun to face Belgium
The United States' World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sunday when FIFA suspended striker Folarin Balogun's red-card ban, clearing
July 06, 2026
Sports|World
Trump intervention sparks World Cup storm as FIFA clears Balogun to face Belgium
The United States’ World Cup campaign took an extraordinary turn on Sunday when FIFA made the unprecedented decision to suspend Folarin
July 05, 2026