Science Jun 11 World Cup players challenged by dangerously hot weather By Ben Tracy, Christopher Spinder
Health Jun 11 How health sleuths are watching for threats like measles during the World Cup While millions of soccer fans cheer or groan over World Cup matches spanning North America, health officials will be on high alert for germs. By Lauran Neergaard, Associated Press
World Jun 11 World Cup celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico Mexico kicks off festivities Thursday with a star-studded event, even as some critics say the government has spent too much time and money catering to international visitors at residents' expense. 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
Jun 11 Haiti has to change its World Cup jersey after being deemed too political By Colleen Barry, Associated Press 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. Continue reading
Jun 09 Watch 8:14 Roger Bennett on what to expect at the World Cup By Geoff Bennett, Karina Cuevas The countdown is on to the start of the World Cup. The tournament is the biggest in the event's history, with 48 teams competing across the United States, Canada and Mexico. But organizers have faced criticism over ticket prices and… Continue watching
Jun 09 World Cup by the numbers: 1,248 players, 48 teams and 3 countries make this the largest ever By Josh Dubow, Associated Press This marks the second time that the tournament will be played in multiple countries with Japan and South Korea sharing the 2002 edition. Continue reading
Jun 09 The 2026 World Cup has arrived. Here's what to know about the 16 stadiums hosting matches By Associated Press Many of the stadiums have been renamed by FIFA for the duration of the tournament because the companies that paid for the naming rights are not FIFA sponsors. Continue reading
May 31 Hundreds detained in France after violence erupts following Paris Saint-Germain victory By Sylvie Corbet, Samuel Petrequin, Associated Press A huge crowd of supporters gathered peacefully near the Eiffel Tower on Sunday to celebrate Paris Saint-Germain's second Champions League title victory, which was marred by violent clashes overnight across France and led police to detain hundreds of people. Continue reading