- Aug 27
Apple and Google Rename Lake Ontario to Lake America on US Maps Following Trump Order
Apple and Google have changed Lake Ontario to Lake America on digital maps for U.S. users following an executive order by President Donald Trump amid a tariff dispute with Canada.
- Aug 18
Amsterdam police release video to identify stroke patient known only as Lucky or Chris the Canadian
Dutch investigators are seeking public help to identify a care home resident who collapsed in Amsterdam on 10 May 2023, leaving him able to speak only two English words.
- Aug 18
Canada and US trade dispute escalates after $20 billion tariff clash and auto sector demands
Canadian officials insist any future bilateral trade pact must protect domestic automotive manufacturing and cultural policies following reciprocal $20 billion tariff actions.
- Aug 8
Medical examiner rules NBA's Brandon Clarke died accidentally from heroin and cocaine effects
The Los Angeles County medical examiner ruled on Friday that Memphis Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke died accidentally on May 11 from the effects of heroin and cocaine, with prescription medications as a contributing factor.
- Aug 2
Infantino's World Cup rights sale collapses, successors line up for 2027 FIFA vote
Gianni Infantino withdrew his plan to sell World Cup rights to private investors after a backlash from confederations, and speculation is mounting over who will challenge him at the FIFA Congress in March 2027.
- Jul 29
FIFA denounces 'concerted effort' to undermine Infantino as confederations split over World Cup sale plan
FIFA has accused critics of a 'concerted and ongoing effort' to undermine President Gianni Infantino, as the body confronts its deepest crisis over a secret plan to sell World Cup rights that was revealed in media reports and abandoned after three confederations holding 136 of 211 votes opposed it.
- Jul 15
Canadian wildfire smoke chokes US Midwest and East Coast, triggering hazardous air alerts
Thick smoke from over 800 Canadian wildfires has shrouded cities from Chicago to Washington, D.C., pushing air quality to hazardous levels and disrupting daily life, with the FIFA World Cup final also under watch.
- Jul 14
Lewandowski joins Chicago Fire on two-year deal, puts Poland future on hold
The Polish striker, 37, was introduced on Tuesday after signing a two-year contract and could debut Thursday against Vancouver Whitecaps. He said he will decide on his international future after settling in the United States.
- Jul 11
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.
- Jul 9
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.
- Jul 8
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.
- Jul 8
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.
- Jul 8
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.
- Jul 8
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.
