New York Knicks hold off San Antonio Spurs 105-104 for 2-0 NBA Finals lead
Spurs in need of an unprecedented comeback when the best-of-seven series shifts to New York for games three and four.
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NASA tells ISS astronauts to ready for possible evacuation amid leak repair
NASA tells four astronauts to shelter in transport capsule before saying they could ‘return to planned operations’.
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Are the US and Iran closer to war or to a deal?
As US and Iran pursue talks, both signal they are still ready to use force against each other.
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Gaza, Iran, Lebanon: If ceasefires are in place, why do strikes continue?
International law sets rules for ceasefires, but who enforces them when violations continue? Three experts explain.
FIFA cancels World Cup tickets for about 60 fans who got them for free
Mispriced tickets were sold through the official World Cup site ahead of next week’s showpiece event for FIFA.
Iran footballers hand passports to US embassy for World Cup visa approval
Iran will fly to Mexico on Saturday to their home base at 2026 World Cup, while all their games are played in the US.
Shakira and Burna Boy opening World Cup in Mexico, Katy Perry headlines US
Katy Perry will front the opening US World Cup game, while Alanis Morissette and Michael Buble will open Canada’s games.
Ranking the World Cup 2026 groups: Which teams are favourites to progress?
The first stage of the 2026 World Cup 2026 features 12 groups. We’ve ranked them and picked the favourites to advance.
US visa rejections, war on Iran keep fans away from World Cup
High visa application fees, equally high rejection rates, an unwelcoming America, and the war combine to deter fans.
From NFL-style half-time show to best kits: The World Cup talking points
Al Jazeera breaks down the key talking points ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026 which kicks off next week.
Iran beat Mali in final warm-up before heading to World Cup
Iran beat Mali in their final competitive match before departing for their Mexico base for the 2026 World Cup.
