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World Cup 2026: What are the key dates from the opening match to the final?
From must-watch games to the grand finale, here's a list of all the important dates on the 2026 World Cup schedule.
China bans four New Zealand lawmakers over visit to Taiwan
China says the MPs' visit sends the 'wrong signals' to Taiwan's ruling party.
Brunson scores 30 as Knicks upset Spurs in NBA Finals opener
Led by Jalen Brunson, the New York Knicks steal a road win against the San Antonio Spurs in game one of the NBA Finals.
US House votes to end Trump’s Iran war: Does it matter?
Four Republicans join Democrats in rare rebuke of president. But Congress still far from able to stop further attacks.
How India’s CBSE exam scandal set off student outrage against PM Modi
India's largest school board has been mired in controversies, sparking demands that Modi's education minister resign.
World Cup 2026: FIFA bans fans from bringing reusable bottles to stadiums
Football's governing body makes a last-minute U-turn on its stadium code of conduct.
Israel and Lebanon agree to conditional ceasefire
Deal is made through US-brokered talks in Washington, DC, that did not include Hezbollah.
Indonesia arrests officials in crackdown on corruption
Indonesia’s deputy minister for immigration affairs has been arrested after about 10 hours of questioning.
Iran war day 97: Tehran says no progress in talks; Israel attacks Lebanon
Israel carries out drone attacks on Lebanon after agreeing to renew ceasefire as Tehran defends attacks on Gulf nations.
What the US-Israel war on Iran will not change in the Middle East
The war may redraw alliances and shift balances of power, but geography, Palestine and political identity will endure.