Few people expected Cape Verde, a nation of just over 500,000 people, to hold Spain to a 0-0 draw at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. But that result may be even less surprising than the story of how the team ...

A special section in this weekend’s newspaper invites readers to stare at a selection of works by Frida Kahlo, Hieronymus Bosch and others, uninterrupted. By Andrew Sondern Andrew Sondern is a deputy ...

Diana Ross missing the target with her penalty. The goal breaking in half anyway. The nice red trouser suit Ross was wearing. Truly, the World Cup opening ceremony is the event that happens before the ...

The countdown to the 2026 FIFA World Cup is almost over, and it will be the most ambitious tournament yet. For the first time in history, this edition will open with three spectacular ceremonies, one ...

The world’s biggest sporting event continues into the knockout rounds. It’s time to print out and fill out your bracket for the FIFA Men’s World Cup and show how well you know the beautiful game. Or ...

Lionel Messi is sending a clear message before Argentina begins its World Cup title defense. The Argentina captain posted on Instagram after the team’s final pre-tournament tune-up, writing: “Let’s go ...

Gen Z is turning out to be the multiple-job generation. Almost half of young adults now make money outside of salaried work. That reflects a broader shift in how Americans earn money. Some 54 million ...

A detailed view of adidas TRIONDA FIFA World Cup match balls prior to the international friendly match between England and New Zealand at Raymond James Stadium on June 06, 2026 in Tampa, Florida.

Sixteen host cities, three countries, 48 teams. There are many ways that the 2026 World Cup will be the biggest in history, and that brings unique logistics. The party kicks off on Thursday as Mexico ...

The PGA Tour’s seventh of eight signature events begins Thursday at Muirfield Village in Columbus, Ohio. The 50th Memorial Tournament features 72 players, including world No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and ...

“It sounds very Mamdani of him,” said Democratic Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith of Orlando, referring to New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Garrett Shanley is a correspondent for the Times/Herald ...

Almost a decade since President Trump last visited China, WSJ’s Jonathan Cheng says Beijing’s grip on the global economy has only strengthened. Photo: Brendan Smialowski/POOL/Agence ...