‘I like football, but we’re nervous’: As Mexico revels in World Cup glory, cartel violence leaves many gripped in fear
In villages and towns across Mexico where shootings are a near-daily occurrence, the cheers are mostly confined indoors
The Independent UK 7 min read
Why Venezuela’s ‘doublet’ earthquakes were so devastating
The tremors that hit Venezuela on Wednesday evening have killed nearly 600 people and injured thousands. The disaster consisted of a rare phenomenon called a “doublet”, meaning a quick succession of two major “twin” earthquakes.
France 24 5 min read
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Every Confirmed Round of 32 Match at the 2026 World Cup
The USMNT, Brazil, Canada and Netherlands already know their opponents in the last 32.
Sports Illustrated 6 min read
Doomsday Preachers Warn Global Tectonic Chaos, Including 90-Year Record California Quake, Signals 'End of Days'
A rapid succession of powerful earthquakes in Venezuela, California, Japan and beyond has fuelled fresh Doomsday warnings from fringe Christian groups, even as seismologists insist the events are unconnected.
International Business Times UK 6 min read
Airfare remains expensive even though jet fuel prices have fallen amid Iran peace deal
In March and April, airlines scrambled to find ways to make up the cost of jet fuel doubling in just over a month
The Independent UK 3 min read
Republican Missouri Treasurer Resigns After Allegedly Using Grindr to Contact Underage Teen
Benton County Treasurer Richard Renno resigned after facing felony charges related to using Grindr to communicate with a minor. The Attorney General sought his removal, citing public trust concerns.
International Business Times UK 4 min read
Drab Australia and Paraguay Display Puts USMNT Credentials into Context
USMNT optimism took a hit in the defeat to Türkiye, while a closer examination of Australia and Paraguay has observers reining in USMNT expectations slightly.
Sports Illustrated 6 min read
Where is Lionel Richie Now? Fans Pray for Singer After Devastating Onstage Medical Emergency Forces Tour Halt
Lionel Richie postpones Chicago and Columbus shows after a dizzy spell in St Paul forces him offstage, leaving fans asking where he is now and sending waves of support online.
International Business Times UK 6 min read
Iran and Egypt Urge FIFA to Distance World Cup Match from Seattle Pride
Iran and Egypt have asked FIFA to ensure no Pride-related activities occur during a World Cup match in Seattle, coinciding with the city's Pride weekend.
International Business Times UK 5 min read
Two SSI payments in July, none in August? Find your July 2026 Social Security and SSI payment date and see when your SSA benefits will arrive
Social Security July 2026 payment schedule: Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is usually paid on the first day of each month. In 2026, July 1 falls on a Wednesday, so recipients will receive their July payment as scheduled. But because August 1 falls on a Saturday, the SSA will send August's…
The Economic Times 6 min read