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This section currently has 42 approved stories, with the latest update on Jun 15, 2026.
Egypt’s lineup mystery builds before Belgium opener
Former Egypt goalkeeper Ahmed Shobier says Hossam Hassan may be holding back a tactical surprise, with questions lingering in defense, midfield and the third attacking spot
Why SoFi Stadium became ‘Los Angeles Stadium’ for a FIFA match
FIFA’s commercial rules forced U.S. venues to strip sponsor names during the tournament, with Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium getting a limited exception
Martínez returns to Argentina training before Algeria opener
The goalkeeper trained for a second straight day in Kansas City, but Argentina’s staff has not yet confirmed whether he will start after a finger injury
Australia lands in Vancouver with Turkey opener already simmering
Tony Popovic says all 26 players are fit as Australia prepares to face a favored Turkey side returning to the World Cup after 24 years
Wiltshire carer jailed for killing mother on Christmas Day
Stefania Glowka admitted manslaughter by diminished responsibility and was cleared of murder after the death of her 86-year-old mother in Devizes
Student parody account becomes flashpoint over Modi government and dissent
An Al Jazeera opinion essay says the Cockroach Janta Party account, started after a chief justice’s remark about young people, was pushed offline in India after drawing millions online
Deadly Kashmir protests expose deeper fight over representation
At least 11 people were killed in Rawalakot before a protest led by the banned JAAC, as anger over reserved legislative seats widened into a broader governance dispute
West Ham faces ownership test after Sullivan steps down
David Sullivan denies allegations about his private life, but the football regulator’s request for urgent information has deepened uncertainty around the relegated club
World Cup upsets: 10 shocks that rewrote tournament history
From the United States beating England in 1950 to Saudi Arabia stunning eventual champion Argentina in 2022, the tournament’s biggest surprises still shape its mythology
Serena Williams in talks over Queen’s doubles return
The 23-time Grand Slam singles champion has completed the required drug-testing period, but no deal has been finalised for the London grass-court event