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Neymar calls time on Brazil career after World Cup elimination
Brazil superstar Neymar indicated Sunday that his international career was over after the five-time World Cup winners went out of the tournament in the last 16 at the hands of Norway.That was his first international appearance since October 2023, but his only other appearance in the United States came Sunday against Norway. raa/mcd/as/rcw
Denton’s Fourth of July 2026
Denton celebrated the United States’ 250th birthday on Saturday, July 4, with the Yankee Doodle Parade in downtown and a fireworks show in the evening, presented by the Denton Noon
Analyzing the influence of Democratic socialism in US politics
A ‘Fox News Sunday’ panel analyzes the reach and influence of Democratic socialists in the United States.
Protect Medicaid to Protect Children's Health
Medicaid is the largest source of health coverage for children in the United States. Cuts to the program would put kids' health — and their futures — at risk.
World Cup 2026: How Folarin Balogun being available changes USMNT odds against Belgium in Round of 16
The United States is favored against Belgium in Monday's Round of 16 match.
FIFA changes its mind on Folarin Balogun suspension
The United States Men’s National Team was expected to be without its leading goal scorer during Monday’s Round of 16 showdown with Belgium in the 2026 FIFA World Cup after he was shown a red card during the Round of 32 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina. However, it does not seem like that’s the case…
Fireworks, heat, hot dogs, and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
An extreme heat wave canceled some celebrations, but across the United States people gathered to mark the historic anniversary.
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
WASHINGTON — The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with a country gripped by political polarization and a heat wave bearing down on millions of people across multiple states as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday. The signing of the Declaration of Independence, one of history’s
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday.
Things older than America: Inventions, food, institutions
The United States turns 250 this year — but in the grand scheme of things, that's still quite young.
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday.
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday.
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday.
NASA's Hubble captures a star-spangled sea of 500,000 stars
Celebrating the United States' 250th anniversary, NASA released a stunning Hubble portrait of Messier 3, an ancient globular cluster with more than 500,000 stars. The remarkable cluster is helping scientists unravel the Milky Way's past thanks to its rare stars and possible origins in a long ago cosmic merger.
How the ‘Beautiful Game’ Is Deflecting America’s Political Turmoil
Amid protests and rancor, World Cup soccer proves a bright spot in the United States and around the world.
How the ‘Beautiful Game’ Is Deflecting America’s Political Turmoil
Amid protests and rancor, World Cup soccer proves a bright spot in the United States and around the world.
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday.
America celebrates 250 years with fireworks, heat and politics
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday.
Fireworks, heat and politics: America celebrates its 250th birthday
The 250th anniversary of American independence is colliding with political polarization and a heat wave as celebrations get underway across the United States on Saturday.
As Trump commands 250th stage, Democrats offer their vision of patriotism
They want to show opposition to Trump without looking like they’re unwilling to celebrate the United States.
The United States at 250: Who gets to tell a nation's story?
As the US marks 250 years of independence, debates over how the nation's history should be told have become part of the anniversary itself. President Donald Trump says America should tell a more patriotic story.
Congress Tackles Public Health Preparedness for World Cup
Learn how congress is tackling public health preparedness, as the United States hosts the World Cup and gears up for the 2028 Summer Olympics.
Major retailers open for July 4: Here's where you can shop and eat on America's 250th birthday
Need last-minute July 4 essentials? See which major stores and restaurants are open, closed or have reduced hours in the United States.
10 Reasons Philadelphia Is the Best Sports City
The birthplace of the United States has another reason to rebel 250 years later. Philadelphia didn’t get enough votes to register in a recent Sports Business Journal poll of best American sports cities. New York City led the way at 20%, followed by Pittsburgh (16%) and Chicago (13%).
Tricorn hats or Trump rally? Americans have July Fourth options
The United States is celebrating a jubilee – July 4th is the 250th anniversary, or semiquincentennial, of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the foundational document for western democracy.
Simeone Breaks Silence On Talks With Barcelona Target Julian Alvarez
Atletico Madrid manager Diego Simeone has revealed talks he recently held with FC Barcelona target Julian Alvarez in the United States.
Science on a Sphere
ALPENA — Inside the Great Lakes Maritime Heritage Center is an incredible and powerful tool that is too often missed. This is your chance to receive an interactive presentation of Science on a Sphere. There are less than 200 of these in the United States and Thunder Bay National Marine Sanctuary (TBNMS) is home to […]
Booming business: America250 celebrations boost fireworks shops
Pyrotechnics dealers say the Fourth of July falling on a Saturday and the 250th anniversary of the United States have teamed up to make this one of the best years ever for fireworks sales.
Celebrating 250 Years of American Small Businesses
Over the last 250 years, small businesses with big ideas have helped make the United States the largest economy in the world. This infographic shows the contribution that small businesses continue to make today, including creating two out of every th
I fly the American flag because no political faction owns patriotism
'As a former Superior Court judge, I swore to support and defend the constitutions of the United States and California against all enemies, foreign and domestic. That is a precept all should embrace and celebrate, flag or no flag,' writes an L.A. Times reader.
CVS Health (CVS) Takes A Leading Role In America250 Community Health Events
CVS Health (NYSE:CVS) is partnering with America250 to support community events tied to the United States’ 250th anniversary celebrations. The company plans to help lead community engagement at block parties and public celebrations across major cities. CVS Health intends to use its workforce and local footprint to provide health screenings and volunteer support during these events. CVS Health, with its shares recently trading at $104.81, is adding a fresh public health angle to the...
US to give Tanzania $1.3 bln under five-year health pact
The United States has signed a memorandum of understanding with Tanzania to invest more than $1.3 billion in its health sector over the next five years, the latest in a series of deals that have caused controversy in some African countries.
LeBron James praises Balogun after 'Silencer' celebration
Basketball superstar LeBron James congratulated Folarin Balogun on scoring for the United States in their World Cup victory on Wednesday after the striker emulated his trademark "Silencer" celebration."THE (Silencer) HAS (Arrived) at the World Cup!"
CHAMP Initiative Combines Climate Science and Storytelling to Address Urban Heat
As summer temperatures climb, so does the risk of extreme heat—now recognized by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration as the leading cause of weather-related deaths in the United States. In cities such as Camden, where buildings, pavement, and other infrastructure trap heat and create higher temperatures than surrounding areas, understanding the impacts of urban […]
2026 World Cup Public Health Guide: Expert Safety Tips for Fans
With the World Cup in full swing, the influx of fans is bringing enthusiasm, passion and potential pathogens. An estimated 6.5 million fans are converging across Canada, Mexico and the United States in 16 host cities, and while it’s possible serious diseases can spread during this event, the risk ...
Nearly three in four US scam victims report mental health harm, poll finds
Gallup survey says the financial toll of scams in the United States in 2025 was estimated at $68bn.
Nearly 1 in 5 U.S. teens have turned to AI chatbots for mental health advice, study finds
A growing number of adolescents and young adults in the United States are turning to artificial intelligence chatbots for help with their mental health.
Political parties can now spend unlimited money supporting candidates, after Supreme Court overturns decades of precedent
A huge amount of money flows into campaigns in the United States. For 20 years, the Supreme Court has been loosening rules for who can contribute and how much. It just loosened the rules again.
Supreme Court upholds birthright citizenship, rejecting Trump’s proposed limits
WASHINGTON (AP) — A divided Supreme Court on Tuesday upheld a broad conception of birthright citizenship, rejecting President Donald Trump’s executive order declaring that children born to people who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens. The justices relied on a long-settled understanding of the 14th Amendment, adopted after the […]
Ward Issues Statement on U.S. Supreme Court Ruling on Save Women’s Sports Act
Sen. Judy Ward (R-30) issued the following statement today regarding the recent ruling by the Supreme Court of the United States in West Virginia v. B.P.J.:
What are the Numbers for Ideal Heart Health?
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States so Dr. Roshini Raj, associate professor at NYU Langone Health, joins TODAY with a look at the five categories, and the ideal numbers for each, linked to optimal heart health.
The Latest: Supreme Court is set to rule on Trump’s challenge to birthright citizenship
The Supreme Court will rule on the constitutionality of President Donald Trump’s order on birthright citizenship declaring that children born to parents who are in the United States illegally or temporarily are not American citizens.
Preaching the Gospel—not politics—at America’s 250th anniversary
As we approach the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States, preachers face a sacred responsibility—to proclaim the Gospel and heed the signs of the times, without getting lost in political ideologies.
Science and Technology Must Deliver for the Public
The United States has never lacked for scientific ambition. What we need now is a renewed civic commitment to ensuring that talent is harnessed for the benefit of all people. Science can work for everyone. Join us as we build a broader coalition committed to that vision.
New research shows the hidden challenges facing religious scientists
A recent study from Rice’s Boniuk Institute for the Study and Advancement of Religious Tolerance titled “Religious Representation in Science: How Scientists in the United States, Mexico and South Africa Respond” explores the aspect of religious representation in science.
Safety in the summer
According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, July is, on average, the hottest month of the year in the United States.
Efzimfotase alfa demonstrated improvements in bone health in treatment-naïve pediatric patients with hypophosphatasia achieving median difference of 1.67 vs placebo in RGI-C Score at week 25 in MULBERRY Phase III trial
Positive results from the MULBERRY Phase III trial showed that efzimfotase alfa (ALXN1850), an investigational enzyme replacement therapy, demonstrated a statistically significant and clinically meaningful improvement in bone health in children (2 to
France, Argentina top World Cup odds; U.S. puts sportsbooks at risk
Star-powered France and Argentina top the odds board to win the World Cup as the tournament moves into the knockout stage, while the United States' positive momentum will have sportsbooks sweating more with each game it wins.
ABC7 reporter goes viral after declaring she doesn’t want to know anything about Bosnia
An ABC7 Los Angeles reporter has gone viral ahead of the United States’ World Cup round of 32 matchup with Bosnia and Herzegovina next Wednesday in Santa Clara, and not for the right reasons Reporter Abigail Velez, wrapping a live shot from Long Beach following the UMSNT’s group-stage loss to Türkiye, announced proudly that she…
Millions drop Obamacare health coverage after subsidies expire and costs rise
NEW YORK — About 3 million fewer people in the United States had Affordable Care Act health insurance plans in February compared with the same time...
Millions drop Obamacare health coverage after subsidies expire and costs rise
About 3 million fewer people in the United States had Affordable Care Act health insurance plans in February compared with the same time last year, according to new federal data. In the report releas...
In Trump’s America, two very different views of Christianity in politics emerge
Adherence to organized religion is falling in the United States, but defenders of the religious right are ascendant in positions of power in the Trump administration.
Fallout from USMNT loss to Turkey and previewing the Mbappe-Haaland clash
On today’s show, we look back at the United States’ final group stage match against Turkey and evaluate their readiness for the Round of 32. Manchester City insider Sam Lee joins us to preview the tournament’s first true superstar heavyweight clash as Kylian Mbappe and France square off against Erling Haaland and Norway in a battle for Group I supremacy. Plus, The Athletic’s Jay Harris is back in the studio to break down the latest bracketology, advancement percentages, and qualification permutations for Groups G, H, and I using The Athletic’s World Cup Tracker.
MSU Vet Tech program awarded $150k NIFA-USDA grant
Morehead State University's nationally ranked veterinary technology program was recently awarded significant financial support to help it maintain its place as the #1 program of its kind in Kentucky. The National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), part of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), awarded MSU's vet tech program a $150,000 NIFA-USDA grant for equipment to support small and large veterinary technology education and workforce competency at MSU. Learn more about veterinary technology programs at MSU by emailing Staton at a.staton@moreheadstate.edu or calling 606-783-2328. Find out more about MSU's veterinary technology program by calling 606-783-2662.
Trump threatens 100% tax on European imports if countries impose tax on digital services
“Please let this statement serve to represent that any Country that imposes such a Tax will immediately be met with a 100% TARIFF on any and all Goods sent to the United States of America,” Trump wrote in a post on social media.
After Supreme Court’s TPS decision, more than a million immigrants face scramble to stay in US
Until Thursday, hundreds of thousands of Haitians were legally living and working in the United States, along with thousands of Syrians. Now, they’re in legal limbo.
Intel’s Chip Business Shows Signs of Life After Years of Struggle
It is the centerpiece of President Trump’s drive to make more chips in the United States, but the company still has a long way to go before it can be called a complete turnaround.
United States' National Anthem at Los Angeles Before Match vs Türkiye
Check out the United States' National Anthem at Los Angeles Stadium before the USA plays against Türkiye.
Dating Coach Urges All Men to Avoid 'Worst' Hobby for Single Guys
A professional dating coach isn't holding back on the "F" tier hobby for single men in the United States. Blaine Anderson, a former travel industry worker who built a successful dating coach business,...
Rand Paul questions USPS business model as postmaster general seeks reform
Kentucky Senator Rand Paul is questioning the United States Postal Office’s (USPS) business model following the appearance of the agency’s postmaster general before lawmakers.
Pulsenmore Announces Strategic Partnership with Ouma Health to Expand Access to Remote Prenatal Care Across the United States
/PRNewswire/ -- Pulsenmore Ltd. (NASDAQ: PLSM) (TASE: PLSM), a pioneer in home ultrasound technology, today announced a strategic partnership with Ouma Health,...
The Purpose Pivot: Activating Business Strategies to Reshape Systems
Our Purpose Pivot series continues with Ravneeta Consul ’06. As chief operating officer of Undue Medical Debt, Consul works on one of the most widespread and least visible financial burdens in the United States. The national nonprofit has abolished more than 40 billion dollars of medical debt for 27 million people across all 50 states, while also working to change how the system itself is understood and addressed.
Trump effort to expand speedy deportations of migrants can proceed, appeals court rules
A federal appeals court handed President Donald Trump a significant win in his mass deportation efforts with a ruling Tuesday reviving his administration’s move to speed up deportations of undocumented immigrants in the United States.
US: Millions Lost Health Insurance When Subsidies Expired
The United States Congress’ failure to extend public subsidies for private health insurance has caused millions to lose healthcare coverage, increasing financial hardship and deepening inequality.
Experts on history, politics reflect on U.S. 250th birthday milestone
As our nation’s celebration of its 250th birthday approaches, experts in history and political science at Virginia Tech can provide perspectives on how far the United States of America has advanced since its founding and the issues that will influence where it goes next.
‘The United States is showing troubling parallels’
Opinion, comment and editorials of the day
Digital Health Tools Are Reshaping Healthcare in the United States
/PRNewswire/ -- At least 12 percent of Americans now communicate with their healthcare providers about appointments, test results, and ongoing treatments via...
Obsidian Entertainment accused of skimping on salaries
Obsidian Entertainment has faced a lawsuit in the United States. The company was sued by former employees who claim it violated California labor laws.
Iran's challenges at World Cup swirl outside draw with Belgium
Iran took another step toward advancing in the World Cup on Sunday, but once again the off-the-field play dominated the conversation. In a statement, the soccer federation vociferously pushed back. “The claim that an official representative of the Iranian Football Federation attempted to board a flight to enter the United States yesterday and was prevented from doing so is an outright and undeniable lie,” the statement said.
Apple is permanently closing three stores today, here’s the list
Apple is permanently closing three stores in the United States later today. The company first announced the closures in April,...
Colom prioritizing lower costs, good jobs, affordable health care in state
In 2025, about 27 million people in the United States were medically uninsured, a number that is expected to increase by 10 million in the next decade due to tightened Medicaid eligibility, changes to enrollment processes and a loss of enhanced Affordable Care Act plan subsidies.
Comparing the mood of America’s 250th anniversary with its 200th in 1976
As the United States celebrates the 250th anniversary of its founding, a look back five decades to 1976 — the year of the nation’s bicentennial — reveals notable similarities with today.
Israel Is Likely to Continue Attacks in Lebanon, U.S. Intelligence Concludes
The new cease-fire between the United States and Iran calls for an end to fighting in Lebanon, but U.S. intelligence officials do not expect Israel to halt its strikes on Hezbollah.
Keys of the Match between the United States vs Australia
Check out the keys to the game between the United States and Australia.
Seattle’s Woodside/Braseth Gallery celebrates 65 years
Seattle's Woodside/Braseth Gallery is now one of the oldest continuously run galleries in the United States.
Vance’s threat is the latest sign US could be breaking with Israel
The United States joining with Israel to launch a war in the Middle East was always a fraught situation for the longstanding US-Israeli alliance.
Italy's Meloni pushes back on Trump's 'fabricated' claim as top diplomat cancels U.S. trip
ROME (AP) — The Italian government closed ranks on Friday to slam U.S. President Donald Trump over his claim that Premier Giorgia Meloni had “begged” for a photo with him during the recent G7 summit, a pushback that suggested the longtime U.S. ally had had enough of Trump’s boasting. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani abruptly cancelled a planned trip to the United States this weekend, calling Trump’s claims “serious and offensive” toward Meloni and all
Trump’s Fatal Second-Term Mistake: Underestimating Nationalism
In his second term, Trump has underestimated the power of patriotic sentiment in countries besides the United States.
More than 1 billion barrels of oil have gone missing
The good news: The Strait of Hormuz is open again, after Iran and the United States signed a memorandum of understanding this week.
Curing Mental Illness and Eradicating Loneliness Through the Science of Safety
More than one in five adults in the United States are living with a mental illness (NIMH, 2022) and approximately half of U.S. adults report experiencing loneliness (HHS, 2023). Drawing from more than two decades of clinical practice and neuroscience research, Dr. David Rabin, MD, PhD, a psychiatrist and translational neuroscientist, addresses these issues in A Simple Guide to Being Alive (Merack Publishing, hardcover; June 16, 2026). The book examines why so many people feel overwhelmed, lonely
Congressman Rob Wittman talks war and politics on 'Untold' podcast
From Virginia Tech to Capitol Square to the Halls of the United States Congress, Rob Wittman has made his career in public service. Rep. Wittman sat down with Catie Beck on the latest episode of 'Untold - A WTVR Podcast' to talk politics and war, and he provided details about one
Sennheiser Joins the Open Wireless Earbud Craze
If you're reading this in the United States, though, we have some bad news.
Congress should embrace strategic health diplomacy
“Improving global health should be a top policy priority of the United States,” write Anand Parekh, Tom Daschle, and Bill Frist.
Exclusive: Trump administration ramps up effort to revoke citizenship from naturalized Americans
The Trump administration plans to file at least 250 denaturalization cases by October, significantly intensifying its effort to revoke citizenship from people naturalized in the United States, according to a senior Justice Department official.
Australian media turns Mike Grella’s ‘layup’ comment into World Cup storyline
With the United States and Australia set to face off in group play at the World Cup on Friday, comments from an American soccer commentator about the Australian national team have become a major storyline Down Under—even as the controversy has barely registered in the United States. It was CBS Sports Golazo commentator Mike Grella…
Which 5 College Football Teams Have Best Home Field Advantage?
College football possesses by far the most raucous crowds in mainstream American sports. The largest stadiums in the United States are all college football stadiums. When drunk college students, alumni and other loud fans pack these venues, they create deafening forms of entertainment that cannot be duplicated. In the craziest college football environments, the stadium […] The post Which 5 College Football Teams Have Best Home Field Advantage? appeared first on The Lead.
Experts on history, politics reflect on U.S. 250th birthday milestone
As our nation’s celebration of its 250th birthday approaches, experts in history and political science at Virginia Tech can provide perspectives on how far the United States of America has advanced since its founding and the issues that will influence where it goes next.
Politics: Can Divides Over War Be Bridged At The G7 Summit?
This week, on the southern shores of Lake Geneva, leaders of the Group of Seven countries gathered for their annual summit.There are several pressing issues that require attention including the U.S. and Israeli war with Iran, the resulting economic crisis, the state of the Persian Gulf, and long term questions about the future of relations with Iran.The G7 meeting also notably brought Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy face-to-face with President Donald Trump. Trump told reporters that the war Ukraine was not a priority for the United States, saying that his country had “nothing to do” with a war that was “thousands of miles away.”We discuss what this 2026 G7 meeting reveals about the state of the U.S. relationship with its most important allies, especially after months of a war of choice with Iran.Find more of our programs online. Listen to 1A sponsor-free by signing up for 1A+ at plus.npr.org/the1a.
MAGA Exile Forced to Go Abroad for Healthcare
First, she fled D.C. Then, the United States.
Abarca Health and LucyRx Announce Strategic Combination to Create the Only Modern PBM Built for Commercial and Government Scale
Abarca Health and LucyRx today announced a strategic combination to create the only modern, independent pharmacy benefit manager with the scale, technology, and track record to credibly serve commercial and government clients of any size. Combined, Abarca and LucyRx will provide prescription services to more than 9 million members across the United States.
Obama’s Nuclear Deal Looms Over Trump’s Iran Negotiations
President Trump is under pressure to significantly improve upon the Obama-era deal in order to justify the huge human and economic cost of taking the United States to war.
Farm Science Review honors Hall of Fame inductees
Every year, Farm Science Review attracts over 100,000 visitors to central Ohio from across the United States and Canada to explore agricultural research, technology and education. Behind that effort are individuals whose work over decades has helped shape the event and expand its reach. Three of
Pizza Hut Sold to Two Firms for $2.7 Billion
Yum China will acquire Pizza Hut’s locations in mainland China. The private equity firm LongRange Capital will buy its locations in the United States and elsewhere.
'Clarke to drop Shankland for Christie or McLean'
If we rewind 36 years to 16 June 1990 and the Italian city of Genoa, Stuart McCall was busy scoring to help Scotland secure a 2-1 win over Sweden. The former midfielder jokes that he "was always deadly from a yard out" and ultimately that victory wasn't enough to ensure Scotland progressed to the knock-out stage, but up until this weekend, it was their last win at a World Cup finals. Now the 62 year-old is assistant to Paul Heckingbottom at Preston North End, but he's also enjoying absorbing all the action from the United States, Canada and Mexico.
United States Announces U.S. Government Members of the U.S.-Uzbekistan Business and Investment Council
United States Announces U.S. Government Members of the U.S.-Uzbekistan Business and Investment Council Press Release June 16, 2026 Today, at the fifth annual Tashkent International Investment Forum (TIIF 2026), the United States announced the following inaugural members of the U.S.-Uzbekistan Business and Investment Council: U.S. International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) Vice President Bethany Aquilina Brez Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM) Senior Vice President Sarah Witten Assistant Secretary of Commerce, David Fogel Assistant Secretary of State for Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs, Caleb Orr U.S. Ambassador to Uzbekistan, Jonathan Henick Launched in Washington, D.C., in April 2026, the U.S.-Uzbekistan Business and Investment Council serves as the premier bilateral platform to accelerate trade and catalyze private sector investment between the United States and Uzbekistan. The Council is Co-Chaired by Special Envoy for South and Central Asia, Ambassador Sergio Gor and Saida Mirziyoyeva, Head of the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan. The Council gives American businesses direct access to U.S. government financing, trade promotion, and market development tools to execute large-scale projects in Uzbekistan. Uzbekistan holds significant reserves of critical minerals essential to U.S. technology, defense, and energy sectors. The Council provides a direct mechanism to advance U.S. access to these resources through transparent, mutually beneficial partnerships. Through their participation, the American members of the Council will deepen the institutional framework for American commercial engagement in Uzbekistan.
Iran held by New Zealand in World Cup opener overshadowed by politics
Iran twice came from behind to salvage a 2–2 draw against New Zealand in a World Cup opener overshadowed by geopolitical tensions, protests and months of conflict with the United States. The result leaves…
Examining the connection between sport and global relationships
Right now, the world is turning its attention to the United States as it hosts the 2026 FIFA World Cup. It is the first of the two largest global sporting events coming to American shores in the next couple of years, the second being the 2028 Olympic Games hosted in Los Angeles. It also provides an opportunity to explore sport’s role in shaping America's relationship with the rest of the world — and one lab at Arizona State University has a head start.
FIFA make punishment decision after Fox violate rules of $485m World Cup TV deal
As most experts in the sports business industry will attest, Fox have got a bargain in buying the rights to air the FIFA World Cup in the United States for $485m. Aside from the natural interest from a population curious about the tournament taking place on their doorstep, FIFA – world soccer’s governing body – has created the conditions for the 2026 World Cup to be the most commercially-geared in history.