Mbappé draws level with Messi as France edge past Paraguay
Kylian Mbappé drew level with Lionel Messi on seven goals in the 2026 World Cup as France defeated Paraguay 1-0, setting up a quarterfinal clash with Morocco.
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1986 Mexico World Cup Almost Cancelled After Earthquake
The 1986 Mexico World Cup was nearly cancelled after a devastating earthquake struck Mexico City, killing at least 5,000 people and leaving 30,000 homeless, according to The Guardian.
Ronaldo Caiado’s presidential bid aims to break Brazil’s political divide
Goiás Governor Ronaldo Caiado is running for the Brazilian presidency as a centrist alternative to Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and Jair Bolsonaro’s son, Flávio, promising to break the country’s political polarization. According to EFE.
England vs Mexico at Azteca: Kickoff, Altitude, and Weather Details
England and Mexico will face off at the Estadio Azteca on Sunday at 6 p.m. local time, despite concerns over altitude and weather. The match will be played at 2,240 metres above sea level, posing physical challenges for players.
Messi scores again, Argentina advances in World Cup 2026
Lionel Messi scored his 20th World Cup goal in Argentina's 3-2 extra-time win over Cape Verde, extending his record and retaking the Golden Boot lead.
Venezuelan Saved from Collapsed Mall After 8 Days
A 43-year-old security guard in Venezuela was pulled from the rubble of a collapsed mall eight days after devastating earthquakes, according to The Guardian.
Rescuers describe Venezuela quake zone as ‘war zone’
Venezuela’s northern coast is being described as a 'war zone' by rescuers navigating the destruction after twin earthquakes last week. Israel Rivas, a 24-year-old volunteer, is helping British search teams in the effort.
Canada Pipeline to Proceed After C$150bn Pledge
The governments of Canada and Alberta will proceed with a new oil pipeline after announcing C$150bn in investments to address concerns from British Columbia and First Nations, according to The Guardian.
Venezuela Quake Survivor Pulled Alive After 8 Days
A man has been rescued alive after being trapped for eight days in the rubble of a building that collapsed after twin earthquakes in Venezuela, according to the BBC.
Four people die in mass fan celebrations in Mexico City after World Cup victory
Four people died during mass fan celebrations in Mexico City after the national team secured a World Cup knockout victory, according to authorities.
Venezuela Earthquakes Follow Deportations – 2,200 Dead
Abelardo Rincón, a 23-year-old Venezuelan deported by US authorities, was among those missing after twin earthquakes struck Venezuela hours later, killing at least 2,200 people.
Aunt of Venezuelan boy pulled from rubble tells BBC she will give him ‘mother’s warmth’
The aunt of a two-year-old boy rescued from rubble in Venezuela says she will care for him with 'a mother's warmth' until his parents are found, according to the BBC.
US blocks long-term renewal of North American trade deal
The US has declined to renew the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) in its current form, according to a senior US official.
Trump Refuses to Renew US-Canada-Mexico Trade Pact
President Donald Trump has refused to renew the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), the trade pact he negotiated in his first term, raising concerns over North American economic stability.
Miss Venezuela beauty queen dies in earthquake
Skarlent Rodríguez, Miss Grand Orlando 2025, and her boyfriend were found dead after being trapped in rubble following Venezuela's June 24 earthquakes. Nearly 2,000 people died in the disaster.