Scotland fans have taken over Boston as they play their first World Cup since 1998, and are set to play Morocco in their second game of the tournament on June 19. The Tartan army has conquered the hearts of Bostonians, who will be sad to see them go: after their game against Morocco, the Scottish … Read more
Labour’s Andy Burnham has won a by-election in northern England, fueling speculation that he could mount a challenge to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. Starmer’s popularity has cratered since he led the center-left Labor Party to a landslide election victory in July 2024. Labor is losing liberal voters to the growing Green Party, and facing a … Read more
Much of the news regarding Germany’s World Cup squad revolved around the return of Manuel Neuer. But read another story beyond the headlines. Of the 26 players representing Germany this summer, eight have roots in Africa: Jonathan Tah (Ivorian father), Antonio Rudiger (Sierra Leonean mother), Leroy Sané (Senegalese father), Felix Nmecha and Jamal Musiala (both … Read more
Talks that had been planned for June 19 between the United States and Iran in Switzerland were abruptly called off, as the Trump administration faces mounting criticism from both Democrats and Republicans. This comes after Iran delayed sending its delegation to Switzerland over Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Lebanon. FRANCE 24’s Douglas Herbert. Source link
The Delhi High Court on Friday rejected messaging platform Telegram’s appeal against the Indian government’s order temporarily blocking it ahead of the nationwide medical exam re-test. In the judgment, Delhi High Court Justice Tejas Karia said the measures adopted by the government were proportionate and strictly followed the legal process. The court’s decision means the … Read more
Moroccan footballer Achraf Hakimi to be tried in France for rape, appeals court says Source link
Annalena Baerbock is a football fan and is often found cheering on the Germany national teams at major tournaments. Last year, she was a favorite for her seat on the country’s women’s team at the Euros in Switzerland. And now, their hopes are cemented for the men’s team at the 2026 World Cup in the … Read more
Co-hosts Mexico became the first team to secure a place in the World Cup knockout stage after a 1-0 victory over South Korea at a jubilant Guadalajara Stadium on Thursday. Luis Romo scored shortly after half-time, capitalizing on a goalkeeping error, to seal Mexico’s second straight win and confirm them as Group A winners with … Read more
The Iranian World Cup team will lodge a complaint with world football association FIFA over the unfair travel restrictions imposed on them during the North American tournament, Iran’s football federation said Thursday. Source link
Skip to next section Switzerland says US-Iran talks scheduled for Friday have been canceled 06/19/202619 June 2026 Switzerland says US-Iran talks scheduled for Friday have been canceled After US President JD Vance delayed his visit to Switzerland, the Swiss Foreign Ministry said a scheduled meeting between US and Iranian officials has been “postponed” and will … Read more