World Jun 11 World Cup celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico By Megan Janetsky, María Verza, Associated Press
World Jun 11 Mexico City installed a chandelier in its metro for the World Cup. Cue the mocking memes The cosmetic makeover that authorities have attempted to give the capital as visitors arrive from around the globe also has become a symbol of criticisms that the government is prioritizing its superficial appearance for World Cup fans over fixing critical… By Megan Janetsky, Associated Press
Economy Jun 11 With kickoff hours away, Hong Kong customs officials seize $20 million in World Cup fake goods All were destined for overseas markets, with nearly 80% set to be shipped to the Americas, where the World Cup is being jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico and Canada. By Kanis Leung, Associated Press
World Jun 11 Haiti has to change its World Cup jersey after being deemed too political The jersey, by Colombian sportswear manufacturer Saeta, originally included a depiction of the final battle of the Haitian War of Independence in 1803 on its front. By Colleen Barry, Associated Press
World Jun 11 Trump threatens to take 'total control' of Iran's oil industry with major strikes President Donald Trump said in a social media post that the U.S. would hit Iran “VERY HARD TONIGHT” and would “assume total control” of Iran’s oil and gas industries, including the key Kharg Island oil terminal, in the “not too… By Jon Gambrell, Will Weissert, Associated Press
Jun 10 Watch 3:51 U.S. launches new strikes in Iran after missiles target American bases By Ali Rogin, Daniel Okay The U.S. is again striking targets in Iran after missile launches targeting U.S. bases in the region. President Trump revealed the U.S. has been helping stranded vessels transit the Strait of Hormuz, asserting American control over the vital waterway. Ali… Continue watching
Jun 10 Watch 7:02 How the loss of USAID has weakened the fight against Ebola By William Brangham, Azhar Merchant The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda is escalating quickly. There are growing warnings that, without a stronger response, this Ebola outbreak could become one of the deadliest. William Brangham takes a closer look with… Continue watching
Jun 10 U.S. military says it has begun striking 'multiple targets' in Iran in latest escalation of tensions By Associated Press Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the military would strike Iran “hard” Wednesday night following threats for more strikes from Trump earlier in the day. Continue reading
Jun 10 FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry By Carlos Rodriguez, Associated Press FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended World Cup ticket prices on Wednesday, saying “if we do something wrong, then probably everyone selling tickets in North America is doing something wrong."… Continue reading
Jun 10 China car exports jump 73% in May as high fuel prices raise interest in EVs By Chan Ho-him, Associated Press China’s passenger car exports jumped 73% year-on-year in May to around 809,000 vehicles, an industry group reported Wednesday, as higher gasoline and diesel prices due to the war in Iran raised interest in electric vehicles. Continue reading