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Ukraine has joined the POLARIN project, which has enabled the launch of research on airborne microbes and carbon in the Southern Ocean. The MICROAIRPOLAR and TRICUSO-FLOATS projects will begin at the end of 2026.
The next 2030 World Cup will be held in six countries, with 64 national teams participating.
French lawmakers are set to approve a bill on Tuesday banning access to social media for children under 15. This puts France at the forefront of similar efforts in the EU.
The Spanish national team returned to Madrid after defeating Argentina in the World Cup final. The team was greeted by the king, the prime minister, and about 1.8 million fans.
The UEFA President was not at the World Cup final due to disagreements with FIFA over the disqualification of a US player and the denial of entry to a referee. In the final, Spain defeated Argentina 1-0.
In Spain, during the night celebrations of the national team's World Cup victory, two people died, over 80 were injured. Among the dead is a 13-year-old boy due to a fountain collapse.
Kevin Keegan, legendary English footballer and coach, has passed away at the age of 75. He will be honored with a minute of silence before the England-Spain match.
A fountain collapsed in the province of Salamanca, resulting in the death of a 13-year-old boy. Two other teenagers were injured.
US President Donald Trump did not leave the podium when the Spanish national team was lifting the winners' trophy. The FIFA president had to intervene in the situation.
Thousands of people danced in the streets of Madrid, set off fireworks after Spain's 1-0 victory over Argentina. Ferran Torres' goal in extra time brought "La Roja" its second world champion title.
Rodri was named the best player of the World Cup. Unai Simón received the Golden Glove, and Kylian Mbappé the Golden Boot.
The Spanish national team beat Argentina 1:0 in the final of the 2026 World Cup. The only goal was scored by Ferran Torres in the 106th minute.
The Argentina national team set an anti-record by failing to make a single shot on Spain's goal during regular time of the World Cup final. Regular time ended with a score of 0:0, and the teams moved into extra time.
US President Donald Trump smiled and patted the golden trophy as it was held before him. This is not Trump's first encounter with the trophy; previously, the FIFA president brought it to the White House.
US President Donald Trump will present the trophy to the winner of the 2026 World Cup final. Argentina's President Javier Milei will not attend due to superstitions.
US President Donald Trump in an interview with Fox refused to name the winner of the 2026 World Cup final between Spain and Argentina. He noted that it is hard to bet against Lionel Messi, calling his assist perfect.
US President Donald Trump called on FIFA to choose the USA as the host of the future World Cup without Canada and Mexico. He also spoke about a proposal for a joint tournament between the USA and China.
On July 19, Spain and Argentina will play in the World Cup 2026 final at MetLife Stadium. Spain could win its second title, while Argentina aims to defend the trophy.
FIFA does not plan to postpone the World Cup final due to smoke from Canadian forest fires. The smoke is expected to dissipate by Sunday, when the match will take place.
FIFA will award championship rings to the winners of the 2026 World Cup for the first time. Each ring will be part of a limited edition of 2026 numbered items.
Insider Fabrizio Romano reported that Zidane will replace Didier Deschamps as coach of the France national team after the 2026 World Cup. The documents will be signed this month.
Begoña Gómez, the wife of the Prime Minister of Spain, will face a jury trial on charges of influence peddling and embezzlement. Her defense has filed an appeal, calling the case politically motivated.
US President Donald Trump will appear at the FIFA World Cup final. The White House spokesperson did not respond which team he will be cheering for.
Argentina beat England 2:1 in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. In the final, they will face Spain.
On July 15, the national teams of England and Argentina will determine the second finalist of the 2026 World Cup. The winner will face Spain in the final on July 19.
Spain beat France 2:0 in the semi-final of the 2026 World Cup. Goals were scored by Mikel Oyarzabal from a penalty and Pedro Porro.
On July 14 in Dallas, the 2026 World Cup semifinal between France and Spain will take place. Bookmakers give a slight edge to the French with odds of 2.46.
President Zelenskyy stated that Russian ballistic missiles will soon be able to reach 5,000 km. He emphasized the need for a European missile defense system and the creation of the FREYJA anti-ballistic shield.
A group of Ukrainian servicemen took part in the annual parade on the Champs-Élysées. They marched at the end, receiving warm applause.
President Zelenskyy stated that the existing anti-ballistic missile capabilities are insufficient, and the number of ballistic missiles will increase. Ukraine proposed to European leaders the creation of a joint air defense system FREYJA, offering its own interceptor missile.