Troy Jackson gains momentum to replace Platner as Democrats' Senate candidate in Maine
Electric cars became cheaper in Germany despite rising average prices
US launches Iran strikes for ninth day as another American confirmed killed
Soccer-Boos as Trump and Infantino enter the field for World Cup trophy ceremony
Iran war, Myanmar crisis and South China Sea rifts under the spotlight in ASEAN ministerial talks
FDA says Taylor Farms cyclospora finding was a false positive
Joey Logano ends victory drought in NASCAR points return to North Wilkesboro
Soccer-Spain unites in joy at second World Cup crown
Arts|Sports|World
What's offside? And all your other World Cup questions, answered
There's a lot to know about this World Cup, and there are no dumb questions
June 25, 2026Soccer
Political|Sports|World
Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts
Breaking down 36 disastrous hours for American soccer as World Cup bubble bursts
July 07, 2026
Sports|World
After his suspension was lifted in scrutinized move, Balogun has little impact in US World Cup loss
Folarin Balogun’s presence on the field for the United States against Belgium had a seismic impact on the world of soccer, but he ultimately played a forgettable role in the Americans’ 4-1 loss in the World Cup round of 16
July 07, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
A stoic Cristiano Ronaldo exits last World Cup with 'clear conscience' after Portugal loses to Spain
Cristiano Ronaldo heard the cheers while walking off the pitch after his final World Cup match for Portugal
July 07, 2026
Entertainment|Political|Sports|World
'Accidental American' Balogun at crossroads of US, soccer politics at World Cup
Folarin Balogun plays the biggest game of his life on Monday caught in a complex intersection of soccer, identity and U.S. politics, with
July 07, 2026
Sports|World
England sees off an immense challenge from Mexico in what may be the best game of the 2026 World Cup
England sees off an immense challenge from Mexico in what may be the best game of the 2026 World Cup
July 06, 2026
Sports|World
FIFA lifts US star striker Balogun’s red card suspension at World Cup after Trump calls Infantino
U.S. President Donald Trump intervened on behalf of American star forward Folarin Balogun, whose suspension was lifted in a decision that allows him to play in a World Cup match against Belgium on Monday
July 05, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
Erling Haaland scores twice to beat Brazil, send Norway into World Cup quarterfinals for 1st time
Erling Haaland headed in the go-ahead goal in the 79th minute and scored again before the end of regulation time, carrying Norway into the World Cup quarterfinals for the first time with a 2-1 win over Brazil that showcased the young striker on soccer’s biggest stage
July 06, 2026
Sports|US|World
Trump called FIFA head to seek review of US player red card: source
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July 06, 2026
Economy|Political|Sports|World
Soccer-Mexicans balance World Cup joy with worries over domestic issues
Multiple big screens adorn Mexico City's Paseo de Reforma in preparation for Sunday's World Cup last-16
July 05, 2026
Sports|World
England faces Mexico at ‘monster’ stadium where El Tri has yet to concede a goal at this World Cup
Mexico has spent 40 years chasing a return to the World Cup quarterfinals
July 05, 2026
Entertainment|Sports
One Extraordinary Photo: A stadium lit up by smartphones
Reed Hoffmann, a freelance photographer for The Associated Press, captures unique moments at the World Cup
July 05, 2026
Sports
France ekes past Paraguay and everything else to know from Saturday’s World Cup matches
France ekes past Paraguay and everything else to know from Saturday’s World Cup matches
July 05, 2026
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World
After a magical day of World Cup action, the Round of 16 kicks off
After a magical day of World Cup action, the Round of 16 kicks off
July 04, 2026
Science|Sports|Technology|World
This high-tech ball was involved in one of the most dramatic moments in World Cup history
FIFA's high-tech ball is responsible for one of the most dramatic climaxes to a World Cup match ever
July 03, 2026
Environment|Health|Science|Sports|Technology|World
Eastern heat on July 4 threatens World Cup players and fans
Forecasters say the hottest World Cup tournament match so far this year could hit Saturday afternoon, during the knockout round game between France and Paraguay in Philadelphia
July 03, 2026
Africa|Europe|Sports|World
Belgium coach Garcia says he was not criticizing African teams with World Cup comments
Belgium coach Rudi Garcia says he was not criticizing African soccer when describing “those teams” who lose their tactical shape following his side’s improbable comeback victory over Senegal at the World Cup
July 03, 2026
Sports|Travel|World
Soccer-Across the parking lot from the World Cup, baseball beckons
World Cup fans making their way into Kansas City's match venue are met right across the parking lot by an unmistakable reminder of a U.S.
July 03, 2026
Sports|Travel|World
Portugal wraps up World Cup stay in Palm Beach Gardens
Portugal wraps up World Cup stay in Palm Beach Gardens
July 03, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
World Cup serves up huge drama as England survive DR Congo and Belgium comes back from two goals down to beat Senegal
World Cup serves up huge drama as England survive DR Congo and Belgium comes back from two goals down to beat Senegal
July 02, 2026
Sports|World
Why are World Cup refs giving red cards to players covering their mouths when confronting opponents?
World Cup players have been warned about a new rule that results in a red card for anyone covering their mouth when verbally confronting another player
July 01, 2026
Sports|World
France forward Kylian Mbappé scores his 17th and 18th World Cup goals, one back of Lionel Messi
France forward Kylian Mbappé scored his 17th and 18th goals at the World Cup, moving one behind Lionel Messi on the tournament’s all-time list and tying him with the Argentina great in the race for the Golden Boot at this year's tournament with six apiece
July 01, 2026
Sports|World
Penalty shootouts at the World Cup are a drama of 'inhumane' pressure
The World Cup is in the lose-and-go-home stage of the tournament and the pressure keeps rising with every minute of every match
July 01, 2026
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Monterrey turns into a sea of Mexico green, even without El Tri on the field
Mexican fans in Monterrey are embracing the World Cup spirit, even though their national team isn't playing in the city
July 01, 2026
Europe|Sports|World
False hope and schadenfreude: Familiar feelings for Germany after another World Cup flop
Another World Cup, another early exit
June 30, 2026
Business|Sports|World
Sportsbooks say World Cup betting has surged past expectations, with US hype driving action
Sportsbook operators are seeing record betting on this year's World Cup
June 30, 2026
Sports|World
Gabriel Martinelli scores late in injury time to help Brazil beat Japan 2-1 at World Cup
Gabriel Martinelli scored the winning goal late in injury time to give five-time champion Brazil a 2-1 win over Japan in the round of 32 at the World Cup
June 30, 2026
Entertainment|Opinion|Sports|World
The first Round of 32 in World Cup history is here. There’s a real debate over whether it will be good for the tournament
The first Round of 32 in World Cup history is here. There’s a real debate over whether it will be good for the tournament
June 29, 2026
Sports|World
Landon Donovan believes the USA can win the World Cup. They just need a lot of good breaks
Landon Donovan believes the USA can win the World Cup. They just need a lot of good breaks
June 29, 2026
Economy|Sports|World
Money can't buy success in World Cup for gulf nations like Saudi Arabia and Qatar
Spending billions of dollars and attracting some of soccer’s biggest stars doesn’t guarantee success at the World Cup
June 29, 2026
Sports|World
Messi becomes first to score in 7 straight World Cup games while extending goals record
Lionel Messi has become the first player to score in seven consecutive World Cup games while extending his all-time scoring record with his 19th goal in Argentina’s group stage finale against Jordan
June 28, 2026
Sports|World
Congo rallies to a 3-1 win against Uzbekistan to seal place in the World Cup knockouts
Congo has advanced to the knockout stage of the World Cup for the first time by rallying to a 3-1 win against Uzbekistan
June 28, 2026
Sports|Travel|World
World Cup final day of group play will set the field for the round of 32
Going into the final day of group play at the World Cup, there are essentially eight teams vying for four spots in the round of 32
June 27, 2026
Sports|World
Egypt advances past group stage at the World Cup after a 1-1 draw with Iran
Egypt advanced past the group stage at the World Cup for the first time while Iran will have to wait one day to find out its fate after the two teams played to a 1-1 draw
June 27, 2026
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Rainbow flags dot Iran and Egypt's match as Seattle celebrates Pride during the World Cup
Rainbow flags fluttered among the sea of Iranian and Egyptian banners at Seattle’s World Cup stadium, as teams from two of the most repressive countries for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people took to the field
June 26, 2026
Sports
Cape Verde’s dream run continues, becoming smallest country into World Cup knockout round
Cape Verde completed an improbable run through the group stage with a third straight World Cup draw to become the smallest country to earn a spot in the knockout round following a 0-0 result against Saudi Arabia
June 27, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
Lionel Messi won't start Argentina's group finale, but World Cup scoring record holder could sub in
Lionel Messi will not start when defending World Cup champion Argentina plays its group finale
June 27, 2026
Entertainment|Europe|Sports|World
Deniz Undav’s World Cup success for Germany lifts Yazidi and Kurdish pride
A standout at the World Cup, Deniz Undav is playing for Germany while representing his Yazidi and Kurdish heritage
June 26, 2026
Sports|US|World
Pulisic returns to the US lineup with highlights and lowlight in a World Cup loss to Turkey
Christian Pulisic returned to the field for the United States just in time to warm up for the World Cup games that really matter starting next week
June 26, 2026
Sports|World
Australia clinches knockout round spot with 0-0 draw; Paraguay also likely to advance
Australia and Paraguay played to a 0-0 draw in a result that clinched a spot in the knockout round of the World Cup for the Socceroos and will likely be enough for the Paraguayans to advance
June 26, 2026
Sports
Soccer-Pulisic on the bench as U.S., Turkey make wholesale changes
U.S. winger Christian Pulisic starts on the bench for a Group D match in which the U.S. and Turkey make wholesale changes.
June 26, 2026
Americas|Europe|Sports|Travel|World
Switzerland wraps up first place in Group B at the World Cup with a 2-1 victory over Canada
Rubén Vargas and Johan Manzambi both scored to give Switzerland a 2-1 victory over Canada at the World Cup as both teams advanced to the knockout round
June 25, 2026
Sports|World
Homophobic chant returns in Mexico's World Cup match against the Czech Republic
Fans at Mexico’s final World Cup group stage match on Wednesday chanted a slur that has previously led to fines against the country’s soccer federation
June 25, 2026
Africa|Entertainment|Sports|World
‘I am a living statue’: How DR Congo’s most famous soccer fan is keeping Patrice Lumumba’s legacy alive
‘I am a living statue’: How DR Congo’s most famous soccer fan is keeping Patrice Lumumba’s legacy alive
June 25, 2026
Sports|World
As eyes are on the men at the World Cup, the Women's World Cup countdown has begun
While most of the soccer world is focused on the men at the World Cup, the countdown has begun for the 2027 Women’s World Cup in Brazil
June 25, 2026
Sports|World
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha seeks new club after World Cup stardom, doesn't rule out Brazil move
Vozinha, one of the sensations of the World Cup, is looking for a new club
June 25, 2026
Sports|Travel|World
Soccer-Iran says U.S. airport delay holds up World Cup delegation
U.S. host officials "caused problems" for Iran forward Mehdi Taremi and assistant coach Saeed Alhoei, delaying their delegation as they travelled to Seattle for the World Cup match
June 25, 2026
Entertainment|Sports|World
Ronaldinho says 'let the magic begin' after signing with Italian Serie C club Ravenna at age 46
Brazil great Ronaldinho has signed with Italian Serie C club Ravenna at age 46 and more than a decade after retiring
June 24, 2026
Sports|World
Messi and Mbappé romping through World Cup with dazzling display of history-making goals
Argentina's Lionel Messi has been mesmerizing
June 24, 2026