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Eight of the 10 most populous countries are not in the World Cup
Many countries with massive populations consistently miss out on football’s biggest party. What can they do to change their sporting fortunes?
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Bobby Moore’s Family Launches High Court Battle to Recover Historic 1966 World Cup Jersey
- Moore's ex-wife and daughter are pursuing a High Court case to recover the 1966 World Cup shirt from a Welsh businessman
- The family contends the jersey held profound meaning to Moore and would not have been voluntarily surrendered
- The dispute highlights broader questions about ownership and custody of major sporting memorabilia
The family of England's 1966 World Cup legend Bobby Moore has initiated legal proceedings to retrieve his iconic No. 6 shirt from a memorabilia businessman in Wales. Moore's 83-year-old ex-wife Tina and their 61-year-old
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Colombia advances to World Cup 2026 last 16 with 1-0 victory over Ghana
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- Colombia beat Ghana 1-0 to reach the last 16.
- Jhon Arias scored the decisive goal in Kansas City.
- Defeat knocked Ghana out of the tournament.
Colombia secured their place in the last 16 of World Cup 2026 with a 1-0 victory over Ghana in Kansas City, sealed by a decisive goal from Jhon Arias. The win confirmed Colombia as the final team to reach the knockout stage and eliminated Ghana from the tournament.…
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Washington DC Cancels 4th of July Parade as Extreme Heat Wave Forces Event Closures
- National Weather Service issued extreme heat warning for DC area Friday-Saturday
- DC cancelled its Independence Day parade due to dangerous temperatures
- Great American State Fair temporarily closed to protect attendees from heat exposure
The National Weather Service issued an extreme heat warning affecting Washington DC and surrounding areas from Friday morning through Saturday evening, triggering significant disruptions to Independence Day celebrations
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Marry at Madison Square Garden in Star-Studded NYC Ceremony
- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married at Madison Square Garden.
- Adam Sandler officiated before roughly 1,000 star guests.
- Lavish event sparked merchandise, political commentary and cost debate.
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and NFL star Travis Kelce married on Friday at Madison Square Garden in New York, in a lavish ceremony attended by around 1,000 guests. Comedian Adam Sandler officiated, while Swift wore a custom Dior gown incorporating subtle references to her Eras Tour. The couple…
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European Temperatures Reach Historic Highs as Extended Heatwave Approaches
- Record-breaking heat across Europe and the UK reflects a sustained climatic transformation
- A prolonged heatwave is forecast with UK temperatures exceeding 30°C
- Scientists characterise these extremes as an emerging climate pattern, not temporary anomalies
Temperature records across the United Kingdom and wider Europe are being systematically broken, with climate scientists indicating this escalating pattern reflects a fundamental shift in regional weather rather than isol
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Marry in Celebrity-Packed Madison Square Garden Wedding
- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married at Madison Square Garden on July 3, with comedian Adam Sandler officiating the ceremony
- The wedding featured performances by Stevie Nicks and Paul McCartney and was attended by numerous high-profile celebrities
- The event generated $5 million in betting activity on prediction markets and prompted the Empire State Building to light up in celebration
Pop superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce were married on Friday, July 3, in a high-profile ceremony at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The 14-time Grammy winner and three-time Supe
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Argentina edge Cape Verde in World Cup Last 32 epic as Messi reaches record appearance mark
- Argentina beat Cape Verde 3-2 in extra time to reach the World Cup Last 16
- Messi scored and reached 30 career World Cup matches, extending the record for male players
- Cape Verde mounted an impressive comeback with two equalisers, nearly securing a historic upset
Argentina advanced from their World Cup Last 32 knockout tie against Cape Verde following a dramatic extra-time contest in Miami, eventually triumphing 3-2 after a match that provided far more threat than the seeding sug
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Solo Leveling Moves to Theaters With Crunchyroll and Aniplex’s Upcoming Animated Film
- Crunchyroll and Aniplex announced a theatrical Solo Leveling film called "Beyond the System" at Anime Expo 2026
- The movie will continue the narrative directly from Season 2's ending rather than airing as a traditional television season
- The film is in production with story specifics being kept confidential
Crunchyroll and Aniplex announced at Anime Expo 2026 that the next instalment of the wildly popular Solo Leveling franchise will be released as a theatrical film rather than continuing as a television series. The film, t
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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Marry at Madison Square Garden in Star-Studded Ceremony
- Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce married July 3 at Madison Square Garden with hundreds of A-list celebrities, musicians, and athletes in attendance
- The couple made a major charitable donation and Prince William appeared as a guest on the "New Heights" podcast on the wedding day
- The event marked a significant cultural moment bridging music industry prominence with professional sports celebrity
In a historic convergence of music and sports celebrity, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce exchanged vows on July 3 at Madison Square Garden in New York City. The event drew hundreds of A-list attendees across entertainment