2026 FIFA World Cup Kicks Off with Shakira at 1st of 3 Opening Ceremonies

‘What Is A World Cup?’ Googles America

U.S. — As the highly anticipated soccer matches prepared to kick off in cities throughout the country, millions of Americans got ready for the occasion by sitting down and Googling "What is a World Cup?"

International Insider: Troubled World Cup 2026 Gets Underway

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Gaza residents find brief escape in World Cup opener

Palestinian Territories residents gathered in tents, cafes and makeshift community spaces on 11 June to watch the opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, seeking a brief escape from the hardships of war.

Eyes on the (round) ball

As attention turns from oval-ball footy to the beautiful game, the Herald’s expert writers are on the ground in North America to bring you the action from the FIFA World Cup.

Residents urged to celebrate World Cup safely across BCP

Residents are being urged to stay safe as excitement builds for the FIFA World Cup

Shakira Then & Now: Photos of the ‘Hips Don’t Lie’ Songstress

Shakira certainly knows how to shake things up. Take a look at the singer from her early days singing in Spanish, through her English crossover and beyond!