Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

FIFA President Gianni Infantino (front, L) watches a World Cup round of 16 football match between the United States and Belgium at Seattle Stadium in Seattle on July 6, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A U.S. supporter cheers at a World Cup round of 16 football match between the United States and Belgium at Seattle Stadium in Seattle on July 6, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A U.S. supporter cheers at a World Cup round of 16 football match between the United States and Belgium at Seattle Stadium in Seattle on July 6, 2026.

US: America 250 Celebrations Feature Massive Military Air Show Over DC

A massive military flyover, including the new Air Force One, took place as part of the more than nine-hour air show over the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, July 4, marking America's 250th Independence Day celebrations. The event preceded a speech by President Trump and what was billed as the largest fireworks display in U.S. history.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Photo taken on July 5, 2026, shows Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City ahead of a World Cup round of 16 football match between Mexico and England.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Photo taken on July 5, 2026, shows Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City ahead of a World Cup round of 16 football match between Mexico and England.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Photo taken on July 5, 2026, shows Mexico City Stadium in Mexico City ahead of a World Cup round of 16 football match between Mexico and England.

Football: 2026 World Cup+

Football: 2026 World Cup+

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between Canada and Morocco at Houston Stadium in Houston on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony celebrating the 250th anniversary of American independence is held before a World Cup round of 16 football match between France and Paraguay at Philadelphia Stadium in Philadelphia on July 4, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo (back) hugs Croatia's Luka Modric ahead of a World Cup round of 32 football match between Portugal and Croatia at Toronto Stadium in Toronto on July 2, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo (L) and Croatia's Luka Modric shake hands ahead of a World Cup round of 32 football match between Portugal and Croatia at Toronto Stadium in Toronto on July 2, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo (L) and Croatia's Luka Modric embrace ahead of a World Cup round of 32 football match between Portugal and Croatia at Toronto Stadium in Toronto on July 2, 2026.

US: Over 150 Structures Destroyed as Aspen Acres Fire Rages Across Southern Colorado 2

The Aspen Acres Fire burned more than 28,000 acres across Custer and Pueblo counties in southern Colorado as of Tuesday, June 30, with zero percent containment. Authorities confirmed that around 155 structures were destroyed and one firefighter was injured, with mandatory evacuations in place for the towns of Beulah, Rye, and San Isabel.

American swims across Japan strait

American swims across Japan strait

American endurance athlete Rob Lea (L) celebrates after swimming across the Tsugaru Strait between Japan's two largest islands of Honshu and Hokkaido in northern Japan on June 30, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan supporters gather around a television on a street in Tokyo's Shibuya area in the small hours of June 30, 2026, to watch a World Cup round of 32 football match between Japan and Brazil in Houston.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan supporters gather around a television on a street in Tokyo's Shibuya area in the small hours of June 30, 2026, to watch a World Cup round of 32 football match between Japan and Brazil in Houston.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony is held ahead of a World Cup round of 32 football match between Japan and Brazil at Houston Stadium in Houston on June 29, 2026.

Ireland: Tornado Reported in Galway as Post-Heatwave Storms Hit 2

A tornado was reported in Athenry, County Galway, Ireland, on Friday, June 26, as thunderstorms and heavy rain swept the country following a week of intense heat.

Ireland: Tornado Reported in Galway as Post-Heatwave Storms Hit

A tornado was reported in Athenry, County Galway, Ireland, on Friday, June 26, as thunderstorms and heavy rain swept the country following a week of intense heat.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Photo taken on June 28, 2026, shows Houston Stadium in Houston ahead of a World Cup round of 32 football match between Japan and Brazil the following day.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Photo taken on June 28, 2026, shows Houston Stadium in Houston ahead of a World Cup round of 32 football match between Japan and Brazil the following day.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Photo taken on June 28, 2026, shows Houston Stadium in Houston ahead of a World Cup round of 32 football match between Japan and Brazil the following day.

US: Fans Duck in Stands as Gunshots Near Energizer Park Cancel St. Louis Soccer Match

A soccer match between City SC 2 and Austin FC II in St. Louis was canceled on Sunday, June 28, after gunshots were reported near Energizer Park. Police said officers responded to a shooting at an apartment complex approximately three blocks from the stadium, with the incident reported at around 6:30 p.m. One person was taken into custody and a gun was seized, according to reports. The video footage shows fans at the stands ducking down after the gunshots a few minutes after the hydration break.

US: Pocket Fire Surges Near Sedona, Arizona

The Pocket Fire, burning just seven miles north of Sedona, Arizona, grew to 6,016 acres with zero percent containment as of June 28, more than doubling in size overnight due to windy conditions.

Spain: Evacuations Forced as Wildfire Breaks Out in Ezkabarte, Navarra

A large wildfire broke out on Thursday, June 25, near Makirriain in the Ezkabarte area of Navarra, Spain, after a fire started in agricultural land at the foot of Monte Ezkaba. The blaze rapidly spread into surrounding pine forests, prompting authorities to activate the region's emergency wildfire response plan and evacuate nearby villages.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan supporters pick up trash after a World Cup Group F football match between Japan and Sweden at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 25, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan supporters pick up trash after a World Cup Group F football match between Japan and Sweden at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 25, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

A ceremony is held ahead of a World Cup Group F football match between Japan and Sweden at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 25, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Japan and Sweden supporters cheer ahead of a World Cup Group F football match between the two countries at Dallas Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on June 25, 2026.

China: Tiny Rain Cloud Soaks Only Small Patch Street

An unusually localised rain shower fell on a small section of a blind path in Kunming, Yunnan, on June 20, 2026, while the surrounding pavement remained completely dry. The rainfall covered less than three square meters, creating a stark contrast between the wet patch and the dry ground nearby.

US: Severe Storms Flood Philadelphia Streets

Severe storms swept through the Philadelphia region on Monday, June 22, bringing torrential rain, strong winds, and flooding. A FIFA World Cup match between France and Iraq at Lincoln Financial Field was delayed for over two hours at halftime — the first weather-related mid-game delay in World Cup history. No injuries were reported.

Spain: Passengers Stranded at Córdoba Station After Power Line Sparks Track Fire Near Seville

Passengers were stranded at Córdoba station on Tuesday, June 23, after a fallen high-voltage power line sparked a track fire and caused a widespread power outage that halted rail services between Seville and Córdoba. More than 20 trains were delayed or stopped, including high-speed AVE services on the Madrid-Andalusia corridor.

Switzerland: Severe Thunderstorm Hits Zurich, Leaving One Dead and Several Injured

A severe thunderstorm swept through Zurich on Friday evening, June 19. The storm hit at around 6 p.m. as commuters filled the streets and restaurants during the evening rush hour, bringing strong gusts, lightning, and heavy rainfall. A 16-year-old girl died in the city after being struck by a falling branch.

Japan: Heavy Rain Floods Roads and Halts Shinkansen Services in Kyushu 2

Heavy rains moved across western Japan due to a stationary front on Wednesday, June 24, with linear rain bands developing over Southern Kyushu and triggering torrential downpours. Rainfall exceeded 108mm per hour in Satsumasendai City, flooding roads and suspending Kyushu Shinkansen services between Kagoshima-Chuo Station and Kumamoto Station.

Japan: Heavy Rain Floods Roads and Halts Shinkansen Services in Kyushu

Heavy rains moved across western Japan due to a stationary front on Wednesday, June 24, with linear rain bands developing over Southern Kyushu and triggering torrential downpours. Rainfall exceeded 108mm per hour in Satsumasendai City, flooding roads and suspending Kyushu Shinkansen services between Kagoshima-Chuo Station and Kumamoto Station.

US: Cottonwood Fire Burns in Beaver County, Utah, Prompting Evacuations 2

The Cottonwood Fire broke out Monday, June 22, near Beaver, Utah, spreading to Beaver Mountain and quickly growing to 10,000 acres by late evening. Residents were evacuated across Beaver County.

US: Cottonwood Fire Burns in Beaver County, Utah, Prompting Evacuations

The Cottonwood Fire broke out Monday, June 22, near Beaver, Utah, spreading to Beaver Mountain and quickly growing to 10,000 acres by late evening. Residents were evacuated across Beaver County.

US: Swarm of Mayflies Descends on Cedar Point Amusement Park in Ohio

A swarm of mayflies descended on Cedar Point amusement park in Sandusky, Ohio, on Saturday, June 20, as the annual hatch season peaked along the shores of Lake Erie.

Baseball: Orioles vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Orioles vs. Dodgers

Japanese wheelchair tennis legend Shingo Kunieda throws the ceremonial first pitch ahead of a baseball game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on June 21, 2026.

Baseball: Orioles vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Orioles vs. Dodgers

Japanese wheelchair tennis legend Shingo Kunieda (C) smiles after throwing the ceremonial first pitch ahead of a baseball game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on June 21, 2026.

Baseball: Orioles vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Orioles vs. Dodgers

Japanese wheelchair tennis legend Shingo Kunieda throws the ceremonial first pitch ahead of a baseball game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on June 21, 2026.

Baseball: Orioles vs. Dodgers

Baseball: Orioles vs. Dodgers

Japanese wheelchair tennis legend Shingo Kunieda throws the ceremonial first pitch ahead of a baseball game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles on June 21, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spectators cheer ahead of a World Cup Group F football match between Japan and Tunisia, the 1,000th match of the FIFA World Cup, at Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe, Mexico, on June 20, 2026.

Football: 2026 World Cup

Football: 2026 World Cup

Spectators cheer ahead of a World Cup Group F football match between Japan and Tunisia, the 1,000th match of the FIFA World Cup, at Monterrey Stadium in Guadalupe, Mexico, on June 20, 2026.