- 3d ago
Trump drops blockade threat as US, Canada strike toll deal on $4.7bn Gordie Howe bridge, set for July 27 opening
The 4.7-billion-dollar Gordie Howe International Bridge will open on July 27 after the US secured 50% of tolls and a veto on increases, ending an impasse begun by Donald Trump's blockade threat in February.
- 5d ago
Robert Lewandowski set for Chicago Fire debut on July 17 after press conference and first training
Robert Lewandowski will hold a press conference on July 14 and could make his MLS debut for Chicago Fire against Vancouver Whitecaps three days later.
- 6d ago
Taylor Swift earns five Emmy nominations for Eras Tour film as Summer House breaks through
Taylor Swift received five Primetime Emmy nominations on Wednesday for her Eras Tour concert film, while Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime show set a record and Bravo's Summer House earned its first nod.
- 6d ago
Argentina roar back from 2-0 down to beat Egypt, Switzerland edge Colombia on penalties to reach World Cup quarterfinals
Lionel Messi orchestrated a dramatic 3-2 comeback after Argentina trailed Egypt by two goals with 11 minutes left, while Switzerland needed penalties to get past Colombia and set up a last-eight meeting with the defending champions.
- 6d ago
Switzerland reaches World Cup quarterfinals with penalty win over Colombia, faces Argentina next
Switzerland booked its place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup quarterfinals after a tense 0-0 draw and 4-3 penalty shootout victory over Colombia in Vancouver. The win sets up a clash with Argentina and Lionel Messi on 12 July.
- 6d ago
Switzerland beats Colombia on penalties to reach World Cup quarterfinals, Manzambi's tournament in doubt
Switzerland defeated Colombia on penalties in the World Cup round of 16, but the victory was overshadowed by a knee injury to star forward Johan Manzambi that could end his tournament.
- Jul 7
Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to reach first World Cup quarter-final since 1954
Switzerland defeated Colombia 4-3 on penalties after a goalless draw in Vancouver, advancing to the World Cup quarter-finals for the first time in 72 years and setting up a meeting with holders Argentina.
- Jul 6
Canada selects Germany's TKMS for record submarine deal ahead of NATO summit
The multi-billion-euro contract for 212 CD class submarines deepens defense ties between Canada, Germany, and Norway, and marks Canada's largest-ever military procurement.
- 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.
- Jul 4
Jhon Arias fires Colombia past Ghana 1-0 and into World Cup last-16 clash with Switzerland
An early Jhon Arias goal and resilient defending carried Colombia to a 1-0 win over Ghana on Friday, clinching the last Round-of-16 berth at the 2026 World Cup. Los Cafeteros will face Switzerland in Vancouver on 7 July.
- Jul 4
Riyad Mahrez retires from Algeria duty after World Cup round-of-32 exit against Switzerland
Algeria captain Riyad Mahrez announced his international retirement following a 2-0 defeat by Switzerland in the World Cup round of 32, closing a 12-year career with the Desert Foxes.
- Jul 3
Switzerland beats Algeria 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16, first knockout win since 1938
Goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye, both set up by Johan Manzambi, sent Switzerland into the round of 16 at the 2026 World Cup with a comfortable 2-0 victory over Algeria in Vancouver.
- Jul 3
Switzerland beats Algeria 2-0 to reach World Cup last 16
Goals from Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoi secured Switzerland's passage to the knockout stage at BC Place in Vancouver.
- Jul 3
Canada and Alberta announce new Pacific oil pipeline to reduce reliance on US and expand Asia exports
Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced a plan to build a 1-million-barrel-per-day oil pipeline from Alberta's oil sands to the Pacific coast, aiming to open Asian markets and reduce dependence on the United States.
- Jul 2
Egypt beat Australia on penalties to reach World Cup round of 16 for the first time
Egypt defeated Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw in Arlington, Texas, securing their first-ever World Cup knockout victory. Mohamed Salah's panenka helped the Pharaohs set up a last-16 clash with Argentina or Cape Verde.
- Jul 2
Switzerland end 88-year wait for World Cup knockout win, beat Algeria 2-0 to reach last 16
Breel Embolo and Dan Ndoye scored early in each half as Switzerland defeated Algeria 2-0 in Vancouver, advancing to the World Cup round of 16 for the first time since 1938.
- Jun 29
Paraguay stun Germany on penalties to reach World Cup last 16
Paraguay eliminated four-time champions Germany 4-3 on penalties after a 1-1 draw, advancing to the World Cup round of 16 and prompting a national holiday.
- Jun 29
South Korea coach resigns after World Cup exit: president orders investigation as death threats mount
South Korea's World Cup campaign ended in group-stage failure, triggering death threats against coach Hong Myung-bo, a presidential call for reform, and a riot police deployment at Incheon Airport for the team's return.
- Jun 28
Canada beats South Africa 1-0 in first knockout match of the 2026 World Cup
Stephen Eustáquio's late goal sent Canada past South Africa in the inaugural round-of-32 match at the 2026 World Cup in Los Angeles.
