- 3d ago
Tesla weighs sale of China business to clear path for SpaceX merger; Musk calls report 'absurdly fake'
The Wall Street Journal reports that Tesla executives have been told to prepare for a separation of the Chinese business, with options including a spinoff, sale, or closure, to facilitate a potential merger with SpaceX. Elon Musk called the report 'absurdly fake news.'
- 3d ago
Bank of Japan holds rate at 1%, warns it could accelerate hikes as yen intervention talks intensify
Governor Kazuo Ueda said the central bank could speed up interest rate increases after keeping borrowing costs steady, while Japan and the US appeared to coordinate on propelling the yen higher.
- 4d ago
BBVA overhauls executive team with new Mexico head and CFO as it pivots to artificial intelligence
Carlos Torres and Onur Genç promote internal talent to nine key posts, including Mexico country manager and group CFO, as the Spanish bank targets a 35% efficiency ratio.
- 6d ago
Infantino accuses World Cup critics of spreading 'hate and false rumors' in 15-page Instagram tirade
A week after Spain's 1-0 extra-time win over Argentina, FIFA President Gianni Infantino posted a 15-page Instagram statement accusing journalists and observers of spreading 'hate and false rumors' about the tournament, while defending FIFA's handling of visa denials, the Balogun red card, and commercial breaks.
- Jul 25
Cape Verde's 40-year-old World Cup hero Vozinha agrees move to Chile's Colo-Colo after breakout tournament
Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha, 40, has reached an agreement to join Chilean champions Colo-Colo, club president Anibal Mosa confirmed on Friday, weeks after the veteran shot-stopper became one of the most talked-about players of World Cup 2026.
- Jul 21
Nicaragua's congress begins work to abolish elections after Ortega declares 'there won't be anymore'
The National Assembly, controlled by President Daniel Ortega and co-President Rosario Murillo, announced a 'work plan' on Tuesday to implement the leader's Sunday directive cancelling future electoral contests.
- Jul 21
Liam Gallagher calls World Cup halftime show 'a bad trip' as Shakira's 'Dai Dai' tops global charts
Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher likened the first-ever World Cup final halftime show to 'a bad trip,' while Shakira and Burna Boy's official anthem 'Dai Dai' held No. 1 on Billboard's global charts.
- Jul 20
UEFA president Ceferin boycotts World Cup final after FIFA reverses Balogun ban following Trump call
The UEFA president stayed away after FIFA suspended the automatic suspension for US striker Folarin Balogun, a decision that followed a phone call from President Trump. Spain beat Argentina 1-0 in extra time.
- Jul 17
Magnitude 7.3-7.4 earthquake strikes off Mexico's Pacific coast, triggering tsunami alert for Mexico and Guatemala
A powerful earthquake struck near Puerto Madero, Chiapas, on Friday morning, prompting a Pacific-wide tsunami warning and evacuations across Mexico and Guatemala. No fatalities were reported, but two people were injured in Chiapas.
- Jul 15
Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to Taylor Farms lettuce reaches 9 US states, with 1,947 ill
At least 1,947 people have fallen ill and 98 hospitalized in the largest US cyclospora outbreak, linked to recalled iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms grown in central Mexico.
- Jul 10
Meta kills Instagram AI image feature after four-day backlash over privacy and consent
The Muse Image tool, which let users generate AI deepfakes from any public Instagram account without permission, was disabled late Friday after criticism from SAG-AFTRA, CAA, and thousands of users.
- Jul 9
England's 9,200-mile World Cup odyssey: fans and players stretched by travel, tacos and a White House row
England have travelled more than 9,200 miles across five matches in five different cities, far outpacing quarter-final opponents Norway, while supporters on shoestring budgets chase the team from Boston to Miami.
- Jul 7
U2 drops 'Street of Dreams' as first single from upcoming album, first in nine years
The Irish rock band surprised fans on Tuesday with the digital release of 'Street of Dreams', the lead single from their as-yet-untitled 15th studio album, expected later this year.
- Jul 6
England beat Mexico 3-2 in World Cup thriller, advance to quarter-finals despite Quansah red card
Jude Bellingham's quickfire double and Harry Kane's penalty secured a 3-2 win over Mexico at the Azteca, setting up a quarter-final against Norway.
- Jul 6
England survive Mexico onslaught with 10 men to reach World Cup quarterfinals
A Jude Bellingham double and a Harry Kane penalty saw England overcome a red card and a hostile Azteca to eliminate co-hosts Mexico 3-2, setting up a quarterfinal with Norway.
- Jul 5
Haaland double sends Norway past Brazil 2-1 as Neymar announces international retirement
Erling Haaland scored twice late to give Norway a 2-1 victory over Brazil in the World Cup round of 16, sending the five-time champions to their earliest exit since 1990. Neymar, who scored a consolation penalty, announced his international retirement after the match.
- Jul 5
Pogacar gifts stage win to teammate Del Toro as Vingegaard keeps Tour de France lead
Isaac Del Toro won the second stage of the Tour de France in Barcelona after teammate Tadej Pogacar slowed to let him cross first, while Jonas Vingegaard retained the yellow jersey.
- Jul 5
Mexico forced to return $1m in Rolex watches gifted by YouTuber Stevewilldoit after FIFA ethics rule
The Mexican Football Federation stepped in after Stephen Deleonardis, known as Stevewilldoit, handed out $1 million worth of Rolex watches to players and staff, citing FIFA's Code of Ethics.
- Jul 4
Morocco first team into World Cup quarter-finals after 3-0 win over Canada
Azzedine Ounahi scored twice and Soufiane Rahimi added a late third as Morocco dispatched Canada 3-0 in Houston to become the first team through to the last eight of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
- Jul 4
Switzerland ends 88-year knockout drought, faces Colombia in World Cup last 16
Switzerland ended an 88-year wait for a World Cup knockout win by beating Algeria 2-0, and will now face Colombia in the round of 16 on Tuesday in Vancouver.
