Venezuela Buries Earthquake Victims as Death Toll Hits 3,535
Venezuela has begun mass burials for unidentified earthquake victims, as the death toll rises to 3,535, according to Al Jazeera.
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Egypt Buoyed by Praise for World Cup Heroics Despite Controversial Exit
Egypt’s historic run at the 2026 World Cup concluded in a controversial 3-2 loss to Argentina, with the Pharaohs receiving widespread praise despite the heartbreak, according to Al Jazeera.
Lisandro Martínez’s Injury, Rituals, and Argentina’s World Cup Journey
Lisandro Martínez, Argentina's vital center-back, scored and assisted in the 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde at the 2026 World Cup, after nearly retiring due to a serious ACL injury in 2025.
French Prosecutors Investigate Racist Abuse of Mbappé by Paraguayan Senator
French prosecutors are investigating racist remarks made by a Paraguayan senator against Kylian Mbappé, according to the Guardian. The inquiry was launched after the French Football Federation filed a complaint.
Argentina vs. Egypt: Key Moments from 2026 World Cup Match
Argentina faces Egypt in a Round of 16 World Cup 2026 match as the reigning champions look to advance to the quarterfinals. According to Bleacher Report, Egypt took a 1-0 lead at halftime thanks to a header by Yasser Ibrahim.
More than 1,000 arrested as part of global human trafficking crackdown
More than 1,000 individuals were arrested as part of a global human trafficking crackdown that identified over 2,000 victims, according to BBC and Interpol reports.
Cuba’s Third Nationwide Blackout in Six Months: ‘Living Like This Is Agony’
Cuba experienced a third nationwide power outage since January 2026, according to the state electricity company. The blackout has left residents without electricity, water, and internet access, worsening conditions already strained by a U.S. oil embargo.
Ingrid Alexandra’s viral World Cup moment as Norway makes history
Princess Ingrid Alexandra, 22, and her brother Prince Sverre Magnus cheered on Norway’s historic 2-1 upset victory over Brazil at the 2026 World Cup, with Ingrid’s shirtless hug with Erling Haaland going viral.
Venezuelan Girl Survives 32 Hours Trapped in Quake Rubble
A 12-year-old Venezuelan girl survived 32 hours trapped under rubble after two powerful earthquakes struck on 24 June, according to BBC.
Haaland double stuns Norway to beat Brazil 2-1
Erling Haaland scored both goals in the final 10 minutes to lead Norway to a 2-1 victory over Brazil in the World Cup, sending Norway into the quarter-finals for the first time. According to The Guardian and OneFootball.
Mexico’s 2026 World Cup hopes: Fans, fortress stadium, and a Rolex controversy
Mexico aims to capitalize on its home advantage at Estadio Azteca in a crucial World Cup match against England, as the team's historic performance at the venue and recent defensive cohesion raise hopes for a quarterfinal run.
Rodríguez defends Venezuela’s earthquake response as death toll nears 3,000
Venezuela's interim president, Delcy Rodríguez, defended the government's emergency response to the recent earthquakes as the death toll climbed to nearly 3,000, with bodies still being recovered and families struggling to afford funerals. According to The Guardian and NBC4 Washington.
Haaland Scores Twice as Norway Defeats Brazil 2-1 in World Cup 2026
Erling Haaland scored two late goals to send Norway through to their first World Cup quarterfinal with a stunning 2-1 win over Brazil, according to Al Jazeera.
Canada’s Jesse Marsch says team was ‘better than No. 7 side’
Canada's head coach Jesse Marsch said his team was 'better than the No. 7 team in the world' after their 3-0 World Cup Round of 16 loss to Morocco. Marsch emphasized the historic progress of Canadian soccer, having reached the knockout stages for the first time.
Kylian Mbappé scores penalty as France advances to World Cup quarterfinals
Kylian Mbappé converted a 70th-minute penalty to give France a 1-0 win over Paraguay in the 2026 World Cup, securing a place in the quarterfinals. According to ESPN.