Drones, lone wolves, rowdy fans: US security officials ready for World Cup
World Cup matches in the United States have been made as safe as they "can possibly be" -– from crowd control to anti-drone measures at every game -- but concerns remain about lone wolf attacks, according to top government officials.
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Trump cancels Iran strikes, touts imminent deal
US President Donald Trump withdrew his threat to launch a more devastating wave of bombings against Iran on Thursday and promised instead that he would soon be able to announce the signing of a deal with Tehran to end the war.
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Ethiopia claims Tigrayan forces preparing offensive against govt
Ethiopia claimed Thursday that forces in the northern Tigray region were preparing an offensive against the federal government in the coming days, raising fears of a return to war.
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Spiky disciplinarian Mourinho can restore order at Real Madrid
Jose Mourinho returns to Real Madrid with club president Florentino Perez gambling his traits of discipline and a fierce competitive drive will revive the Spanish giants after a turbulent spell.
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Why Real Madrid are gambling on Mourinho return
After two seasons without major silverware, Real Madrid president Florentino Perez activated the nuclear option.
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Mourinho named Real Madrid coach on three-year deal
Real Madrid appointed Jose Mourinho as their coach on Thursday on a three-year deal, with the Portuguese veteran making a sensational return to the Spanish capital after 13 years away.
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Shakira and Burna Boy warm up spectators in World Cup opening ceremony
Shakira and Nigerian singer Burna Boy had the spectators out of their seats in the opening ceremony for the 2026 World Cup in the Estadio Azteca on Thursday ahead of the opening match between co-hosts Mexico and South Africa.
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Spurs will 'keep swinging' with Knicks on brink of NBA title
Still hurting after the worst collapse in NBA Finals history, the San Antonio Spurs vow the New York Knicks will not win their first title in 53 years without a fight.
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Scuffles at Mexico's World Cup fan zone as thousands jostle for entry
Thousands of football fans attempted to shove their way into Mexico City's official World Cup fan zone on Thursday, creating chaotic scenes shortly before kick-off in the opening game.
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Trump says canceling Iran strikes, flags possible deal
US President Donald Trump said he was calling off strikes on Iran that he had planned for Thursday, and flagged the signing of a possible deal with Tehran after top-level talks.
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