- 2d ago
De la Espriella vows military-base inauguration as Petro bans barracks and refuses to concede
President-elect Abelardo de la Espriella pledged to take his August 7 oath of office at a military garrison in southern Colombia, defying an explicit ban by still-commanding President Gustavo Petro, who refuses to recognize the election outcome.
- 3d ago
Trump tells ICE to keep using traffic stops after agents fatally shoot two men within a week
The president's social media post contradicted a decision Tuesday by his own administration to suspend most vehicle stops after agents killed drivers in Maine and Houston. A third man died fleeing officers in Florida.
- 4d ago
Darline Graham sworn in as US senator after Lindsey Graham's sudden death, raising questions over Ukraine sanctions bill
Darline Graham Nordone, 62, a political novice, was sworn in Tuesday as South Carolina's first female senator, just days after her brother Lindsey Graham, 71, died suddenly of an aortic tear while pushing for Russia sanctions.
- 6d ago
ELN drone attack wounds three at Tibú airport as Colombia battles rising drone violence
Guerrillas used explosive-laden drones to hit Tibú airport in Catatumbo region on Thursday, injuring three security staff and damaging facilities, as the army deployed tanks.
- 6d ago
Tesla driver filmed apparently asleep at 100 km/h on Canadian highway with two children aboard, RCMP opens investigation
Footage shot on the Trans-Canada Highway between Golden and Revelstoke shows a woman with her head slumped and hands off the wheel while the vehicle cruised in heavy Sunday traffic. Two children were visible in the back seat.
- Jul 8
Argentina erase two-goal deficit in 11 minutes to beat Egypt 3-2, advance to World Cup quarterfinals amid VAR fury
Lionel Messi missed a penalty, then broke down in tears after Argentina overturned a 2-0 deficit in the final 11 minutes to beat Egypt 3-2 and reach the World Cup quarterfinals, where Switzerland await.
- 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
Portugal moves to appoint Jorge Jesus as new coach after World Cup elimination
FPF president Pedro Proença confirms profile for new coach is defined and expects to announce Jorge Jesus by Monday following Roberto Martínez's departure after round of 16 exit.
- 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 7
FIFA refereeing chief rejects Egypt's claims of bias in Argentina's World Cup comeback win
FIFA refereeing chief Pierluigi Collina dismissed allegations of favouritism after Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina, saying match officials acted with complete independence, while Egypt demanded the referee's exclusion from the World Cup.
- Jul 6
Spain beat Portugal with 91st-minute goal as Ronaldo exits final World Cup
Mikel Merino struck in the 91st minute as Spain beat Portugal 1-0 in Arlington to reach the World Cup quarter-finals, ending Cristiano Ronaldo's sixth and final tournament.
- 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 6
Portugal and Spain meet in World Cup last 16 as Ronaldo faces Yamal's rising Spain
Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal take on Lamine Yamal's Spain in a heavyweight round-of-16 clash at the 2026 World Cup in Arlington, Texas, with one title contender set to exit early.
- Jul 6
Colombia's Petro to leave presidency early on July 20, calls for nationwide protests
Outgoing Colombian President Gustavo Petro will step down on July 20, skipping the traditional August 7 handover, and has called for mass demonstrations against his right-wing successor.
- Jul 5
Carlos Queiroz leaves Ghana post after three months and World Cup round-of-32 defeat to Colombia
Carlos Queiroz announced his departure as Ghana head coach on Sunday, a day after the Black Stars were eliminated by Colombia in the World Cup round of 32. The 73-year-old Portuguese manager had been in charge for less than three months, having replaced Otto Addo in April.
- Jul 5
Australia identifies metal spheres on Queensland beach as debris from foreign rocket
Six metallic spheres found on Forrest Beach in Queensland are likely pressure vessels from a foreign rocket that recently re-entered the atmosphere, the Australian Space Agency says.
- Jul 5
Swiss FA turns profit after World Cup last 16, with millions more at stake against Colombia
Reaching the knockout stage guarantees a financial gain for the Swiss Football Association, despite high costs and unresolved US tax issues.
- Jul 5
France survive Paraguay's physical onslaught to reach World Cup quarter-finals
Kylian Mbappe's 70th-minute penalty settled a contentious last-16 tie in Philadelphia, where Paraguay's aggressive tactics and a lenient referee pushed France to the limit.
- 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.
