Messi reflects on pressure and competition ahead of World Cup final

Ahead of the World Cup final, Lionel Messi says growing up playing football taught him to enjoy the game.

England carry ‘scars’ of World Cup heartbreak into third-place playoff

England face France in a third-place playoff on Saturday, shortly after suffering a late semifinal defeat to Argentina.

Canadian wildfire smoke shrouds US, potential risk for World Cup final

Plumes of smoke from wildfires in Canada are pouring into major US cities.

Israel’s ‘Crimson Thread’ military barrier is strangling the West Bank

A new military barrier in the West Bank's Jordan Valley is cutting off Palestinian communities from their land.

At least 14 dead after minibus rolls off mountain road in Peru

At least 14 people have been killed and five injured after a minibus in the Peruvian Andes lost control on a curve.

Manila protests ‘racist’ portrayal of Filipinos in China Daily videos

The Philippines protests China Daily videos depicting Filipinos as monkeys amid South China Sea tensions.

Mandela Day: What his legacy means in today’s South Africa

As South Africa grapples with inequality and division, Mandela Day has taken on new political significance.

Indian activist on hunger strike for 20 days forcibly taken to hospital

Sonam Wangchuk had urged people to join a protest march to parliament on 20 July.

In New York’s ‘Little Palestine’, fans cheer for Spain in World Cup final

Tournament has showcased unity and solidarity in Brooklyn's sizeable Arab American community, football fans say.

Venice protesters rally against US ambassador’s superyacht tour

Protesters clashed with police in Venice outside US Ambassador Tilman Fertitta’s superyacht.