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The FIFA President called the 2026 World Cup ticket prices appropriate for the US market and a way to combat scalpers. The cost of seats for the final reaches $8,680.
Trump to discuss increasing production of Patriot and Tomahawk missiles with manufacturers. The meeting is prompted by strikes on Iran and arms supplies to Ukraine.
A California court has ordered Google and Meta to face litigation over youth addiction, potentially involving $6 million in claims. The companies will be held accountable for the harmful design of their platforms.
Iran's Ambassador to the UN called on Donald Trump to abandon threats of force. The US President declared readiness for harsh attacks due to the downed helicopter.
Gates called the meetings with Epstein a mistake and denied visiting his island. He stated in Congress that he saw no evidence of the financier's crimes.
The IRGC has banned the movement of vessels through the Strait of Hormuz and is threatening new attacks. US Central Command denies reports of the route being blocked.
The US has imposed sanctions against 11 entities from China, Hong Kong, and Belarus. The restrictions concern the procurement of weapons for Iran and the operation of secret banking networks.
Brent rose to $93. 10 due to Trump's threats to attack Iran. The US President announced the secret escorting of tankers to curb market prices.
The US military attacked targets in Iran on Trump's orders following prolonged aggression. Tehran responded by launching ballistic missiles and drones.
The President of France invited the leaders of Ukraine and four Arab countries to the G7 summit in Evian. They will discuss aid to Kyiv and stability in the Middle East.
The Board of Governors adopted a resolution on the verification of uranium stockpiles in Iran. Russia and China opposed the move, while Tehran called the decision politicized.
Qatari mediators have arrived in Tehran following an exchange of strikes between the US and Iran. The parties attacked bases and facilities in the area of the Strait of Hormuz.
Pete Hegseth warned Cuba against acquiring weapons that threaten the Guantanamo base or the U. S. mainland. Trump threatens military intervention to change the regime on the island.
The U. S. Secretary of State will attend the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony and the match against Paraguay in Los Angeles. Rubio will also meet with President Santiago Peña.
Trump reported the successful passage of 200 vessels through the Strait of Hormuz under U. S. control. This occurred after the route was effectively closed by Iran due to the war.
Pete Hegseth declared the return of U. S. influence in the Western Hemisphere. Trump is attempting to achieve regime change in Cuba through a harsh oil blockade of the island nation.
Trump asserted the right to attack Iran over the downing of an Apache helicopter by a drone. The US President announced new powerful strikes against the country as early as today.
Somali referee Omar Artan was barred from entering the US for the 2026 World Cup. After 11 hours of interrogation, he was denied entry due to issues with background checks.
The 2026 World Cup kicks off with a match between Mexico and South Africa and a grand show featuring Shakira. For the first time, the tournament hosted by three countries will bring together 48 national teams and will feature a round of 32 stage.
US authorities have refuted rumors about restricting the Iranian national team's stay to only the match day. Players were issued visas, but some staff members were denied entry.
Trump declared the defeat of the Iranian army and retribution for the delay in negotiations. The US launched new strikes following the downing of a helicopter in the Strait of Hormuz.
Gold dropped to $4,170 due to the US-Iran conflict. Prices are also under pressure from expectations of tight Fed policy and rising bond yields.
A survey across 15 countries showed a drop in trust in the US as an ally from 22% to 11%. Most citizens doubt Washington's military aid.
Ukraine expects positive news during the G7 summit and maintains contact with the US, stated MFA spokesperson Heorhii Tykhyi. The question of a meeting between the presidents remains open due to scheduling.
The cost of Google AI Plus has dropped to $4. 99, while storage capacity has increased to 400 GB. The package includes video generation and an AI assistant for research.
Bill Gates will testify before the U. S. Congress regarding his meetings with Jeffrey Epstein. The billionaire calls these contacts a mistake and denies any wrongdoing.
Tencent has raised $4. 6 billion through bonds for refinancing and AI development. This marks the largest offshore yuan-denominated issuance by a Chinese firm.
Pope Leo met with Bad Bunny at a stadium in Madrid during a tour of Spain. The Vatican will not publish photographs from this brief private conversation.
Due to disagreements between Dassault and Airbus, Berlin has halted the FCAS program. Countries are now considering purchasing F-35s or joining other projects.
Astronomers have captured a detailed image of the nebula NGC 1514 in the constellation Taurus. The image shows the process of a star fading and the formation of a cloud of dust and gas.