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The AI arms race reshaping global power - and why democracies are losing ground

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Artificial Intelligence has become the primary battlefield for geopolitical competition between global powers, creating what Italy's top privacy official calls a "new Cold War." Pasquale Stanzione, President...weiterlesen »

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England faces firework threats, 83,000 hostile fans and 2km altitude in Mexico nightmare

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England has postponed their journey to Mexico City ahead of their crucial World Cup round of 16 clash against the co-hosts on Sunday. The decision stems from dual concerns: protecting tactical plans from...weiterlesen »

Ronaldo's sister reveals 2026 World Cup is his 'last dance' with Portugal

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Cristiano Ronaldo will retire from the Portugal national team after the 2026 World Cup, his sister Kátia Aveiro has revealed. She described the tournament as his "last dance" in an interview with Portuguese...weiterlesen »

Spain crush Austria 3-0 to reach World Cup last 16 as Oyarzabal scores twice

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Mikel Oyarzabal scored twice as Spain defeated Austria 3-0 in their round of 32 match at the 2026 World Cup, securing their first knockout victory since winning the tournament in 2010. The Real Sociedad...weiterlesen »

100% chance of victory: Cape Verde president backs team to shock Messi's Argentina

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Cape Verde's President José Maria Neves has made a bold prediction ahead of his nation's historic World Cup clash with reigning champions Argentina. In an interview, Neves claimed his team has a "100%...weiterlesen »

Endrick on Ancelotti: He's illuminated by God - I'll do whatever he asks at World Cup

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Brazilian forward Endrick has displayed remarkable composure ahead of Brazil's crucial World Cup Round of 32 clash with Norway on Sunday. The 19-year-old expressed unwavering trust in coach Carlo Ancelotti's...weiterlesen »

From 'can't organize traffic' to World Cup glory - Scaloni's 100-game Argentina milestone

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Lionel Scaloni will manage his 100th game as Argentina's head coach when the world champions face Cape Verde in the Round of 32 on Friday in Miami. The milestone marks a dramatic validation for a coach...weiterlesen »

Tuchel vows karma will reverse England's 1986 'Hand of God' heartbreak at Azteca

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Thomas Tuchel believes karma is on England's side as they prepare to face Mexico at the Azteca Stadium in the World Cup's last 16 on Sunday. The match marks England's return to the iconic venue for the...weiterlesen »

Wait, France's match could be delayed for hours? Lightning protocol threatens knockout tie

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France's World Cup clash with Paraguay in the Round of 16 in Philadelphia on Saturday faces a double weather threat that could turn the match into a marathon event. Extreme heat and potential thunderstorms...weiterlesen »

FIFA warns Norway to reschedule training as 40°C heatwave hits World Cup quarterfinal

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

FIFA has warned Norway's national football team about their training schedule ahead of Sunday's World Cup quarterfinal match against Brazil. Extreme heat expected in the New York and New Jersey area could...weiterlesen »

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ÖFB-U19 Makes History and Reaches the European Championship Semifinals

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Historischer Erfolg für den österreichischen Fußball: Die ÖFB-U19 gewinnt bei der EM gegen die Schweiz und steht erstmals in einem EM-Halbfinale. Austria’s U19 women have made football history. With a...weiterlesen »

Why are England singing Wonderwall at the World Cup? FIFA playlist sparked the viral tradition

vor 11 Stunden - upday.com

Liam Gallagher has urged England fans to keep the biblical vibrations going after supporters and players sang Oasis's "Wonderwall" following the team's two-one victory over DR Congo in the World Cup's...weiterlesen »

England star completes £116m Man City move - while playing at World Cup

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Manchester City has completed the signing of midfielder Elliot Anderson from Nottingham Forest for £116 million, setting a new club record for the Premier League champions. The 23-year-old is currently...weiterlesen »

Spain, Portugal, Switzerland: Three heavyweight World Cup knockout clashes today

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Three heavyweight clashes define Thursday's World Cup action as the Round of 32 continues. Spain faces Austria, Portugal takes on Croatia, and Switzerland meets Algeria in matches that will cut the tournament...weiterlesen »

Dzeko consoles crying sons after injury ends World Cup career in USA defeat

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Edin Dzeko's World Cup career ended on Wednesday as Bosnia-Herzegovina fell 2-0 to the United States in the Round of 32, with the 40-year-old captain forced off injured in what proved to be his final appearance...weiterlesen »

The Mandelson file: How Moscow allegedly tracked a Labour minister from 1990 to Brussels

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A leaked intelligence dossier claims Lord Mandelson was considered a "privileged contact" by Russian intelligence agencies for more than three decades. The allegations, which associates of the former Labour...weiterlesen »

19 goal involvements in 4 games: France trio equals Brazil's 2002 World Cup legends

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France's attacking trio of Kylian Mbappé, Ousmane Dembélé, and Michael Olise has matched a historic World Cup record. The three players have combined for 19 goal involvements in just four matches at the...weiterlesen »

79-Year-Old Reports Scissor Attack in Sleep

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Ein 79-jähriger Mann soll am Mittwochvormittag in Wien-Simmering von seiner Ehefrau im Schlaf mit einer Schere attackiert worden sein. Police officers from the Kaiser-Ebersdorfer-Straße police station...weiterlesen »

England's latest World Cup kick-off at 1 a.m. on Monday sparks workplace challenge

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England fans face an unprecedented challenge next week as the national team's World Cup round of 16 match against Mexico kicks off at 1 AM UK time on Monday, July 6. The late start means millions of supporters...weiterlesen »

0 goals in 8 knockout games - Ronaldo faces Croatia hunting elusive World Cup breakthrough

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Cristiano Ronaldo faces Croatia in the round of 32 on Thursday at 8 PM in Toronto, seeking to score his first-ever World Cup knockout goal. The Portuguese star has played eight knockout matches across...weiterlesen »

England face Mexico at 7,220 feet - and fans plan to keep them awake all night

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England faces a formidable test in their World Cup last-16 clash against co-hosts Mexico at the iconic Azteca Stadium. The match presents multiple challenges beyond football: extreme altitude, a hostile...weiterlesen »

Kane's double saves England from World Cup exit as Tuchel faces fury over 'pub team' display

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England's national football team has advanced to the World Cup Round of 16, but the 2-1 victory over DR Congo has triggered a wave of harsh criticism from English media and football legend Wayne Rooney....weiterlesen »

Check your kitchen: Contaminated instant noodles may still be in homes as outbreak grows

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Flavored instant noodles have been identified as the most likely source of a Salmonella Stanley outbreak that has infected 106 people across 14 European countries since November 2025. At least 49 individuals...weiterlesen »

Andreeva throws racket, breaks down in tears after saving six match points at Wimbledon

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Russian tennis star Mirra Andreeva threw her racket in frustration and broke down in tears after a heartbreaking second-round exit from Wimbledon. The 19-year-old No. 5 seed lost to former champion Barbora...weiterlesen »

2-0 up, out in extra time: Senegal midfielder boycotts national team after Belgium heartbreak

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Senegal midfielder Pape Gueye has announced he will boycott the national team as long as the current coaching staff remains, following a devastating World Cup exit. The Villarreal star made the declaration...weiterlesen »

From watching 2022 World Cup on his phone in class to carrying Spain's hopes at 18

vor 18 Stunden - upday.com

Spain's World Cup campaign hinges on the shoulders of 18-year-old Lamine Yamal as the team prepares to face Austria in Thursday's round of 32 match. Despite being tournament favorites, Spain has yet to...weiterlesen »

England fans warned over phone thefts and drink spiking in Mexico City after 3 crowd deaths

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The British Foreign Office has issued a travel warning for England fans heading to Mexico City for Sunday's World Cup clash against Mexico at the Estadio Azteca. The advisory cites an increase in mobile...weiterlesen »

34 games unbeaten but 16 years without knockout win: Spain faces Austria test

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Spain faces Austria in the round of 16 of the 2026 World Cup on Thursday, carrying the weight of a 16-year winless streak in knockout matches. The match kicks off at 21:00 local time at SoFi Stadium in...weiterlesen »

What Haaland did after scoring Norway's winner - and it cost him $1,400

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Erling Haaland celebrated Norway's World Cup match victory with a shopping spree in Dallas, buying a $1,400 cowboy hat and expensive handmade boots after scoring the winning goal against Ivory Coast. Haaland...weiterlesen »

Arsenal approach Leverkusen winger Alajbegovic as Kiwior completes £22m Porto move

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Arsenal has made an approach to sign Bayer Leverkusen winger Kerim Alajbegovic while confirming the permanent departure of defender Jakub Kiwior to Porto for £22 million. The Gunners are targeting the...weiterlesen »

All 3 World Cup hosts reach round of 16 - Mexico unbeaten, USA earns 3 wins

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All three host nations of the 2026 FIFA World Cup have advanced to the round of 16, capitalizing on home advantage in unprecedented fashion. Mexico, the United States, and Canada each won their opening...weiterlesen »

From jobless in March to World Cup history: Queiroz joins elite 5-tournament club at 73

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

Carlos Queiroz is leading Ghana into the World Cup knockout stage at age 73, marking his fifth appearance as a coach at football's biggest tournament. The veteran manager faces Colombia featuring Bayern...weiterlesen »

Poet of dance

vor 15 Stunden - European News Agency

Vienna State Opera [ENA] The Ballet Gala 2026 of the Vienna State Ballet, dedicated to Sir Frederick Ashton, is an eloquent, finely balanced tribute to the “poet of dance” that also draws a luminous line...weiterlesen »

Wait, another one? UK heatwave returns with 30C temps - but won't break last week's records

vor 19 Stunden - upday.com

The UK is bracing for another heatwave within days, with temperatures expected to climb into the 30s. The Met Office warns that heatwave conditions are increasingly likely by the weekend, though this spell...weiterlesen »

My friend

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Nestroy Spiele Schwechat [ENA] In the 54th edition of the Nestroy Spiele Schwechat, Johann Nestroy’s late play Mein Freund emerges as a surprisingly dark summer entertainment: a “Posse” that smiles as...weiterlesen »

2 goals in 11 minutes - Kane rescues England and sets up Mexico showdown at altitude

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Harry Kane delivered England from the brink of a World Cup upset, scoring twice in the final 11 minutes to secure a 2-1 comeback victory over DR Congo and advance to the Round of 32. The captain's late...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? USA's leading scorer gets red card for accidental step - coach calls it 'never intentional'

vor 20 Stunden - upday.com

Folarin Balogun received a straight red card during the United States' 2-0 World Cup victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday night, sparking fierce debate over the decision. The dismissal means...weiterlesen »

US soccer team sings 'Country Roads' with 68,000 fans after advancing to round of 16

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The US men's national soccer team celebrated their Round of 32 victory that advanced them to the round of 16 with an emotional rendition of John Denver's "Take Me Home, Country Roads" at Levi's Stadium...weiterlesen »

Why Balogun got a red card but Messi didn't - and USA will pay the price vs Belgium

vor 21 Stunden - upday.com

Folarin Balogun received a straight red card in the United States' 2-0 World Cup victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina, sparking fierce debate over VAR inconsistency. The controversial dismissal means the...weiterlesen »

Nike's grim forecast hits Adidas and Puma - sportswear sector under pressure

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

European stock markets closed mostly lower on Wednesday as investors navigated stalled US-Iran peace talks, encouraging inflation data, and cautious signals from central bankers at a key forum in Portugal....weiterlesen »

Three wins, zero World Cup experience: How Pochettino became USMNT's most successful coach

vor 22 Stunden - upday.com

Mauricio Pochettino has become the most successful coach in United States men's national team World Cup history. The Argentine manager secured his third tournament victory on Wednesday night when the USMNT...weiterlesen »

From 0-2 down to World Cup victory: How Lukaku's 86th-minute goal sparked Belgium's revival

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

Romelu Lukaku experienced a deeply emotional moment after scoring in Belgium's dramatic World Cup comeback against Senegal. The 33-year-old forward helped turn a 0-2 deficit into a 3-2 victory after extra...weiterlesen »

Your pub's staying open all night - here's how to catch the Socceroos at 4am

vor 23 Stunden - upday.com

Licensed venues across New South Wales and Victoria will stay open all night on Saturday to broadcast the Socceroos' crucial World Cup match against Egypt, kicking off at 4am AEST. The extended trading...weiterlesen »

Martínez edges Álvarez for Messi partner role as Scaloni weighs Cape Verde attack

vor 24 Stunden - upday.com

Argentina's coach Lionel Scaloni faces a crucial decision ahead of Friday's World Cup clash against Cape Verde in Miami: Should Lautaro Martínez or Julián Álvarez partner Lionel Messi in attack? The choice...weiterlesen »

Trossard and Tielemans clashed furiously at 2-0 down - then Belgium scored twice in final 4 minutes to win 3-2

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Belgium's World Cup campaign nearly ended in dramatic fashion on Wednesday when star players Leandro Trossard and Youri Tielemans clashed in a heated argument during their round of 32 match against Senegal...weiterlesen »

Balogun copies LeBron's 'Silencer' celebration after giving USA 1-0 lead against Bosnia - and the NBA legend responds

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Folarin Balogun broke the deadlock for the United States against Bosnia and Herzegovina in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday, celebrating his goal with NBA star LeBron James' iconic "The Silencer"...weiterlesen »

DR Congo led against England - then 52-year-old World Cup dream ended in heartbreak

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The Democratic Republic of Congo's historic World Cup journey ended in the round of 32 after a 2-1 defeat to England. The team's first appearance on football's biggest stage in 52 years concluded with...weiterlesen »

Write an excuse for school: England boss wants children awake for 1am Mexico showdown

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England manager Thomas Tuchel has made an unusual appeal to parents across the country: let your children stay up until the early hours of Monday morning to watch the national team's World Cup Round of...weiterlesen »

USA vs Bosnia tonight: World Cup knockout match at 8pm ET officiated by Copa America 2024 final referee Raphael Claus

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Brazilian referee Raphael Claus has been appointed to officiate the World Cup round of 32 match between the United States and Bosnia and Herzegovina at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara, California. The high-stakes...weiterlesen »

2-0 down with four minutes left - Belgium pulls off rarest World Cup comeback in 56 years

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Belgium survived one of the most dramatic World Cup matches in recent memory, completing a stunning comeback from 2-0 down to defeat Senegal 3-2 in extra time in the round of 32. Youri Tielemans converted...weiterlesen »

England face Mexico at 2,240m altitude - and Tuchel says they can't physically adapt

vor einem Tag - upday.com

England coach Thomas Tuchel has identified altitude as a major obstacle for his team's upcoming World Cup match against Mexico at the Estadio Azteca. The venue sits 2,240 meters above sea level, and Tuchel...weiterlesen »

Two goals in 11 minutes: Kane's late double saves England from shock World Cup exit

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Harry Kane rescued England's World Cup campaign with two late goals in a dramatic 2-1 comeback victory against DR Congo in the round of 32. The England captain struck in the 75th and 86th minutes to overturn...weiterlesen »

10x leverage, zero expiry: Robinhood launches perpetual futures for commodities in Europe

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Robinhood Markets Inc. has launched perpetual futures trading for commodities, exchange-traded funds and currencies in Europe, bringing the round-the-clock trading model popular in cryptocurrency markets...weiterlesen »

Defence chiefs resign as Starmer leaves £4.7bn funding gap for successor Burnham

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Prime Minister Keir Starmer has unveiled a £15 billion defence investment plan with nearly a third of the funding — £4.7 billion — still unidentified, leaving his successor Andy Burnham to find the money...weiterlesen »

Kane scores twice in final 15 minutes to rescue England from World Cup shock exit

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Harry Kane rescued England from World Cup embarrassment on Wednesday, scoring twice in the final 15 minutes to overturn a 1-0 deficit against DR Congo and secure a dramatic 2-1 victory in the round of...weiterlesen »

A lost passport ended his career for two years - now he scores against England at World Cup

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Brian Cipenga scored for the Democratic Republic of Congo against England in the World Cup round of 32, opening the scoring in Atlanta with a goal that marked a remarkable journey from two years of forced...weiterlesen »

Six bullets ended his life after an own goal - the Andrés Escobar tragedy 32 years later

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Colombian footballer Andres Escobar was murdered on July 2, 1994, after scoring an own goal in the World Cup. Thirty-two years later, as another World Cup takes place in the USA, his older brother Santiago...weiterlesen »

Safe for the Summer Vacation: Samaritan Association Provides Important Tips for Car Trips in the Heat

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Hohe Temperaturen belasten den Körper und können die Konzentration am Steuer beeinträchtigen. Der Samariterbund gibt Tipps, wie Autofahrerinnen und Autofahrer sicher und gesund in den Sommerurlaub starten....weiterlesen »

Algeria coach faces former team Switzerland with 7-year insider edge at World Cup

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Algeria takes on Switzerland in the 2026 World Cup round of 32 on Thursday in Vancouver with a unique advantage: Their coach Vladimir Petkovic knows the Swiss team inside and out. The 62-year-old Bosnian-Swiss...weiterlesen »

Quarter of World Cup nations hit by US entry bans - $15,000 visa bonds and 40% rejection rates block fans

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The 2026 World Cup has brought a global celebration to North America, but strict immigration policies are preventing many fans, journalists and officials from attending. About a quarter of qualifying nations'...weiterlesen »

Microsoft to cut 5,500 jobs in third round of layoffs - sales, consulting and Xbox affected

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Microsoft is planning to lay off thousands of employees as early as next week, marking the company's third major workforce reduction in just over a year. The cuts will affect fewer than 2.5% of its roughly...weiterlesen »

Court Hears Alleged Case of Severe Police Violence

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Am Mittwoch ist am Wiener Landesgericht ein außergewöhnlich drastischer Fall von mutmaßlicher Polizeigewalt verhandelt worden. A then 54-year-old man is said to have been treated so violently by a police...weiterlesen »

England face DR Congo as Jordan's Makhadmeh makes World Cup history

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FIFA has appointed Jordanian referee Adham Makhadmeh to officiate the World Cup round-of-32 match between England and DR Congo on Wednesday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta. The 39-year-old will become...weiterlesen »

Want free World Cup access? Amazon's 7-day trial unlocks knockout stages and final

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Amazon is offering fans a way to watch dozens of 2026 FIFA World Cup matches for free through its Prime Video service. Football supporters can access more than 50 games via a seven-day trial of ITVX Premium,...weiterlesen »

Acid attack survivor Yoane Wissa leads DR Congo against England after World Cup redemption

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Yoane Wissa will lead DR Congo against England in the World Cup round of 32 – five years after a brutal acid attack nearly cost him his sight and ended his career. The Newcastle striker has rediscovered...weiterlesen »

Norway coach calls out Ancelotti in viral video: 'We are coming for you, Carlo'

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Norway coach Stale Solbakken sent a provocative message to Brazil's Carlo Ancelotti after his team advanced to the World Cup round of 16. A video from the team's locker room rapidly circulated online,...weiterlesen »

Germany's World Cup penalty chaos: Stars refuse to take sixth kick, defender misses

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Germany crashed out of the 2026 World Cup in the Round of 32 after losing 4-3 on penalties to Paraguay following a 1-1 draw. The elimination sparked controversy when multiple star players reportedly refused...weiterlesen »

Historical Heatwave: Austria Breaks Several Temperature Records

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Die zweiwöchige Hitzewelle im Juni 2026 hat Wien neue Temperaturrekorde beschert. According to GeoSphere Austria, a new June and annual record of 39.7 degrees was measured at Hohe Warte. The warmest night...weiterlesen »

Ecuador alleges fireworks attack and travel disruptions before World Cup loss to Mexico

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Ecuador's Football Federation has filed a formal complaint with FIFA after experiencing significant travel disruptions and late-night disturbances before their World Cup elimination match against Mexico....weiterlesen »

Poisonous and Up to 15 Centimeters Large: New Scorpion in Vienna

vor einem Tag - Volarberg Online

Das Haus des Meeres in Wien hat einen außergewöhnlichen Neuzugang. Ein Haariger Wüstenskorpion ist ab sofort in der Grotte zu sehen. Die bis zu 15 Zentimeter große Art zählt zu den größten Skorpionen Nordamerikas....weiterlesen »

Unbeaten but out: How a 93rd-minute Austrian goal ended Iran's World Cup dream in Tijuana

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Iran's national football team has departed their World Cup base in Tijuana, Mexico, after being eliminated from the tournament despite remaining unbeaten through the group stage. The squad, known as Team...weiterlesen »

America's youth soccer boom faces its biggest test as World Cup arrives in Kansas City

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Toddlers chased soccer balls and tossed training cones at a World Cup-themed event near Kansas City — part of a broader effort experts are watching closely. They want to know: Will this tournament create...weiterlesen »

Teen told police 'I've been stabbed' - their response: 'Don't think you have, mate'

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Two Hampshire police officers face a gross misconduct investigation after allegedly handcuffing a dying teenager who had been fatally stabbed instead of providing urgent medical care. Henry Nowak, 18,...weiterlesen »

From beating Germany to going home: Ecuador's World Cup rollercoaster ends with coach exit

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Ecuador coach Sebastian Beccacece has resigned following his team's exit from the World Cup. The 45-year-old Argentine announced his departure after the South American side lost 2-0 to co-hosts Mexico...weiterlesen »

Four wins, eight goals, zero conceded: Mexico's perfect run sets up potential England showdown

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Mexico has stormed into the World Cup round of 16 with a flawless record, setting up a potential blockbuster clash with England at the iconic Estadio Azteca. The co-hosts brushed aside Ecuador 2-0 to seal...weiterlesen »

Wisconsin-born star faces USA in World Cup: The penalty that sent Bosnia to history

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Esmir Bajraktarević will face the country of his birth when Bosnia and Herzegovina takes on the United States in the World Cup Round of 32 on Wednesday. The 21-year-old winger, born in Wisconsin and raised...weiterlesen »

What's spooking markets now? Central bank chaos and a $73 oil price that won't stay put

vor einem Tag - upday.com

European stock futures opened lower on Wednesday, continuing a cautious mood after investors navigated a turbulent quarter marked by energy shocks and concerns about an artificial intelligence bubble....weiterlesen »

57% of Britons now say Brexit was a mistake - economy down 6-8%, jobs 3-4% scarcer

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Ten years after voting to leave the European Union, a majority of Britons now consider Brexit a mistake. Multiple surveys show public opinion has shifted dramatically, with economic data revealing significant...weiterlesen »

£85m club record: Tottenham beat Man United to sign Mateus Fernandes from West Ham

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Tottenham Hotspur has agreed to sign midfielder Mateus Fernandes from West Ham United for £85 million, beating Manchester United to secure the 21-year-old Portuguese playmaker. The deal represents a club...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Mexico just won a World Cup knockout match for the first time in 40 years

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Mexico delivered a stunning performance to defeat Ecuador 2-0 in the World Cup Round of 32, ending a 40-year knockout stage drought and advancing to the Round of 16. The victory at the packed Estadio Azteca...weiterlesen »

Why Pochettino won't ask his players if they feel confident to take penalties

vor einem Tag - upday.com

The US men's national soccer team is preparing for the possibility of penalty shootouts at the World Cup by working with outside consultants and establishing a predetermined order of penalty takers. Head...weiterlesen »

Wait, what? Germany's World Cup dream ends after referee rules out 106th-minute winner

vor einem Tag - upday.com

Germany crashed out of the World Cup in the round of 32 after losing a penalty shootout to Paraguay. The four-time champions' elimination came after a controversial VAR decision disallowed what would have...weiterlesen »

Dutch players targeted with racist abuse after World Cup penalty shootout defeat

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Three Dutch football players faced a wave of racist and discriminatory abuse on social media after missing penalties in the Netherlands' World Cup elimination against Morocco. The Royal Dutch Football...weiterlesen »

Can Mané and Doku finally score? Star forwards face make-or-break World Cup test

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Sadio Mané and Jérémy Doku face a critical test on Wednesday. The two star attackers have struggled to find their scoring touch at the World Cup and need to deliver when Senegal and Belgium clash in the...weiterlesen »

Why Cologne Cathedral just started charging tourists while most German churches stay free

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The Cologne Cathedral has introduced a twelve euro entrance fee for tourists, effective today. The World Heritage site, which attracts six million visitors annually, joins a growing list of European churches...weiterlesen »

Dua Lipa opens permanent library of 100 banned books in Porto's iconic Livraria Lello bookstore

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

British pop star Dua Lipa has opened the Manifesto Library in Porto, Portugal, in partnership with the historic Livraria Lello bookstore. The permanent space houses around 100 books that have faced censorship,...weiterlesen »

Five million fans and counting: World Cup shatters 1994 record with month still to go

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

The 2026 FIFA World Cup has set a new all-time attendance record, surpassing five million spectators during the round of 32 match between France and Sweden in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Tuesday. The...weiterlesen »

80,000 fans wait at sold-out Azteca as storm delays Mexico's first knockout match - no new kickoff time

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

A severe thunderstorm has forced the postponement of the World Cup round of 32 match between co-host Mexico and Ecuador at Mexico City's Azteca Stadium. The game, originally scheduled to kick off at 7:00...weiterlesen »

Tuchel warns of 'tight football' against DR Congo after shock tournament exits

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

England manager Thomas Tuchel has warned fans against expecting glamorous football in Wednesday's World Cup round of 32 clash against DR Congo in Atlanta. His cautious approach comes as recent tournament...weiterlesen »

England's penalty secret: How FA program turned shootout failures into 3-out-of-4 wins

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Thomas Tuchel has England's national team training penalty shootouts using a scientific program developed by the Football Association eight years ago. The approach focuses on decision-making, determination,...weiterlesen »

Mbappé hits 18 World Cup goals - just one behind Messi's all-time record

vor 2 Tagen - upday.com

Kylian Mbappé scored twice as France cruised past Sweden 3-0 on Tuesday, securing their place in the World Cup Round of 16 with a dominant performance at MetLife Stadium in New York. The victory showcased...weiterlesen »