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Earthquakes rattle Cuba, Iran within hours of one another

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:32:33 GMT

Havana [Cuba], June 9 (ANI): Cuba and Iran were rattled by separate earthquakes within hours of one another, coming just a day after a major seismic event claimed dozens of lives in the Philippines.

A historically powerful earthquake struck off the northwestern coast of Cuba on Monday, according to official reports. The tremor jolted regions across Cuba, Mexico, and Florida, areas that are typically not accustome

FIFA World Cup: Spain thrash Peru 3-1, France beat Northern Ireland in warm-up fixtures

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:32:24 GMT

Puebla [Mexico], June 9 (ANI): Spain underlined their status as one of the favourites for the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a commanding 3-1 victory over Peru in their final warm-up match, while France and the Netherlands also secured wins ahead of the tournament's opening game on June 11.

According to FIFA, La Roja made an ideal start at the Estadio Cuauhtemoc in Mexico, taking the lead after just two minutes through

Jamaica Empress join expanded WCPL as tournament grows to four teams for 2026 season

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:58:02 GMT

Kingston [Jamaica], June 9 (ANI): The Women's Caribbean Premier League (WCPL) will feature four teams for the first time in its history after the addition of Jamaica Empress for the 2026 edition.

According to ESPNcricinfo, Jamaica Empress will join the three existing franchises -- Barbados Royals, Guyana Amazon Warriors and Trinbago Knight Riders -- in the fifth season of the competition, which will be held entir

Brazil's Neymar to continue World Cup prep after MRI shows 'progress'

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 20:55:13 GMT

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Neymar's recent MRI revealed he's making 'good progress' in his recovery from a calf injury as he attempts to represent Brazil in his fourth World Cup, the Brazilian Football Confederation announced on Monday.

'The exam showed good progress in his treatment, within expected parameters,' the statement read. 'He will continue the recovery and physical preparation

"Not being tipped as favourites will allow more freedom, composure": Hazard on Belgium's WC chances, downplays 'golden generation' tag

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:32:23 GMT

Brussels [Belgium], June 8 (ANI): Former Belgium footballer Eden Hazard dismissed the men's national side's long-talked-about 'golden generation' tag since they ended a 12-year absence from the tournament in 2014 as 'journalist speak', saying that the the trophy is a hard one to win and the team is really proud of their third-place finish in the 2018 edition.

From 2014 to 2022, Belgium played some of their best

"Our discipline in bowling was not that good": Afghanistan skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi after defeat to India

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:32:30 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Afghanistan captain Hashmatullah Shahidi lauded India on a dominant victory over his side, admitting that they struggled from the outset due to indisciplined bowling.

He acknowledged India's strength in home conditions and said the match provided valuable lessons for Afghanistan, particularly in handling pressure situations. Shahidi expressed hope that his team woul

"Dwelling on past wouldn't do us any good": Germany's Goretzka aims to win fans' hearts yet again after two WC group stage exits

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:03:58 GMT

Houston [US], June 8 (ANI): Germany and former Bayern Munich star Leon Goretzka said that after two successive group stage exits in the 2014 and 2018 FIFA World Cups, the team wants to put things right and win over German fans once again, adding that 'dwelling on past mistakes would not do any good'.

Germany will be starting their World Cup campaign against Curacao on June 14 in Houston, placed in Group E with C

Spain expects Lamine Yamal to be ready for opener

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:40:28 GMT

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Spain is expecting teen phenom Lamine Yamal to be available for the June 15 World Cup opener against Cape Verde in Atlanta.

The 18-year-old midfielder missed the end of Barcelona's season with a left hamstring strain, and the injury will keep him idle for Monday's final tune-up friendly against Peru in Puebla, Mexico.

Spain head coach Luis de la Fuente said he

"Top of the world feeling": Manav Suthar after winning POTM award on Test debut

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 13:01:32 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Following an outstanding Test debut for India against Afghanistan, all-rounder Manav Suthar credited his success to staying patient and adapting to conditions.

Sensational centuries from skipper Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, coupled with a remarkable debut performance from spin all-rounder Suthar, powered India to a massive innings and 300-run victory over Afghanistan i

Suthar, Washington spin web as India register biggest innings win in Tests, crush Afghanistan in one-off match

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:32:47 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Sensational centuries from skipper Shubman Gill and KL Rahul, coupled with a remarkable debut performance from spin all-rounder Manav Suthar, powered India to a massive innings and 300-run victory over Afghanistan in the one-off Test at New Chandigarh on Monday.

After centuries from Rahul and Gill guided Team India to a formidable total of 564/8 declared in the first

One-off Test: India close in on innings victory as Afghanistan slump to 98/5 after follow-on

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 10:34:10 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): India moved within touching distance of a comprehensive victory in the one-off Test against Afghanistan as the visitors slumped to 98/5 in their second innings at tea on Day 3 after being forced to follow on at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium here on Monday.

Afghanistan, trailing by 412 runs after being bowled out for 152 in their first in

One-off Test, Day 3: India enforce follow-on as debutant Suthar spins Afghanistan into trouble

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:59:41 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): India tightened their grip on the one-off Test against Afghanistan by enforcing the follow-on after bowling the visitors out for 152 in their first innings, with debutant left-arm spinner Manav Suthar starring with a sensational six-wicket haul during the opening session of Day 3 here on Monday.

At lunch, Afghanistan had moved to 18 without loss in their second innin

Manav Suthar scripts history with 6-wicket haul on Test debut as India enforce follow-on against Afghanistan

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:59:25 GMT

New Chandigarh (Punjab) [India], June 8 (ANI): Left-arm spinner Manav Suthar announced his arrival on the international stage in spectacular fashion, claiming a six-wicket haul on Test debut to help India dismiss Afghanistan for 152 and enforce the follow-on on Day 3 of the one-off Test on Monday.

The 23-year-old Rajasthan all-rounder returned figures of 6 for 33 from 22 overs, becoming only the 10th Indian bowle

Brazil lose Wesley to injury ahead of FIFA World Cup opener; midfielder Ederson called up as replacement

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:31:22 GMT

Brasilia [Brazil], June 8 (ANI): Five-time champions Brazil suffered an early setback ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign after defender Wesley was ruled out of the tournament with a thigh injury, prompting head coach Carlo Ancelotti to call up Atalanta midfielder Ederson as a replacement.

The Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed on Sunday that Wesley sustained a muscle injury to the adductor

Lamine Yamal not traveling for Spain's final World Cup tune-up

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 01:19:12 GMT

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As he rehabs his injured left hamstring, Lamine Yamal is staying behind at Spain's base camp in Chattanooga, Tenn., rather than joining the team for its final pre-World Cup friendly.

Spain won't bring teenage phenom Yamal or forwards Nico Williams and Victor Munoz to face Peru on Monday in Puebla, Mexico.

Yamal suffered a partial tear of his hamstring April 22

Brewers bang out 10 extra-base hits in rout of Rockies

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:19:08 GMT

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Gary Sanchez hit a two-run home run and Brice Turang added a two-run single as the visiting Milwaukee Brewers scored seven runs in the sixth inning to beat the Colorado Rockies 12-4 Sunday.

The win gave Milwaukee its first three-game sweep in Colorado since 2014. The Brewers also scored four times in the ninth and finished with a season-high 10 extra base

Brazil tabs Ederson to replace Wesley on WC roster

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 18:40:34 GMT

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Brazil called up Atalanta midfielder Ederson on Sunday to replace the injured defender Wesley for its World Cup squad.

Ederson, who has made three caps for Brazil, will join his teammates on Monday.

Wesley will miss the tournament due to an injury to the adductor muscle in his left thigh, per the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) on Sunday. The AS Roma defe

FIFA WC: Gavi's tackle to Man City star Rodgri rocks Spain training session

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 16:58:49 GMT

Chattanooga [US], June 7 (ANI): Spain's preparations for the FIFA World Cup received a jolt, with Barcelona star Gavi hitting the veteran Manchester City midfielder Rodri with an aggressive tackle that left him on the turf with a lot of pain.

As per Goal.com, the Luis de la Fuente-managed side has run into trouble while fine-tuning their preparations in the US city of Chattanooga ahead of the FIFA World Cup open

Kohli fan from Messi's backyard, Nabila Sol Barraza criss-crosses continents to leave her mark at World Yogasana Championships

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:34:47 GMT

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 7 (ANI); Even as the Indian yoga athletes and many of their Indian-origin counterparts take centrestage at the inaugural World Yogasana Championships here, a lithe South American is a cynosure of the spectators and fellow competitors as she performed the asanas with precision and elegance.

After all, Argentinian Nabila Sol Barraza has been one of the most successful overseas athl

"She has put a marker out there to other teams...": Mooney backs youngster Voll to shine in Women's T20WC

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:53 GMT

Melbourne [Australia], June 7 (ANI): Australian veteran Beth Mooney has backed young opener Georgia Voll to shine in the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup, saying that she has got clarity regarding her game and role and will be a real threat with the way she picks up the length so easily.

Voll has made a remarkable impact since making her international T20I debut at the start of last year, and the 22-year-old w

Rain washes out second ODI as West Indies' series hopes fade against Sri Lanka

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 04:59:26 GMT

Kingston [Jamaica], June 7 (ANI): Persistent rain at Sabina Park in Kingston forced the abandonment of the second ODI match between West Indies and Sri Lanka on Saturday, leaving the three-match series finely poised but ending the hosts' hopes of securing a series victory.

The only action possible on the day was the toss, which West Indies captain Shai Hope won before electing to field first. However, continuous

'Live our dream, enjoy it, lead': Brazil goalkeeper Alisson moved by brother Muriel's letter ahead of FIFA World Cup

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 03:58:59 GMT

Brasilia [Brazil], June 7 (ANI): As the FIFA World Cup 2026 draws closer, players across the globe are reflecting on the journeys that brought them to football's biggest stage. Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker experienced one such emotional moment after receiving a heartfelt message from his brother Muriel as part of FIFA's new campaign, 'Letters That Unite'.

The initiative highlights personal messages from famil

Pope Leo XIV backs USA ahead of FIFA World Cup, says 'I would certainly support US'

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 03:30:46 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 7 (ANI): Pope Leo XIV has thrown his support behind the United States ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, offering a boost to the co-host nation as the tournament prepares to get underway on June 11.

The pontiff, who became the first American leader of the Catholic Church, said he would be cheering for the US national team during the competition, despite his busy schedule.

Speaking to

Efforts are being made to generate employment under PM Modi's leadership: MP CM Mohan Yadav

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 22:57:53 GMT

Indore (Madhya Pradesh) [India], June 7 (ANI): Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav on Saturday participated in the India-Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) Trade and Investment Forum 2026 in Indore, emphasising the importance of global trade and investment in creating employment and driving economic growth.

Speaking about employment and investment, Yadav said, 'Under the leadership of PM Modi, continuous

David Beckham backs Japan as World Cup dark horse, relives England glory ahead of 2026 showpiece

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:30:41 GMT

London [UK], June 6 (ANI): Legendary English footballer David Beckham has tipped Japan as a potential surprise package at the 2026 FIFA World Cup while admitting he is dreaming of seeing England end their six-decade wait for global glory.

Speaking ahead of the tournament, which will be hosted across the United States, Canada and Mexico, Beckham reflected on his own World Cup experiences and shared his predictions

More than 25 years separate youngest and oldest players at FIFA World Cup 2026

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 11:59:56 GMT

Washington DC [US], June 6 (ANI): The 2026 FIFA World Cup is set to showcase one of the widest generational divides in the tournament's history, with more than 25 years separating the youngest and oldest players named in the 48 participating nations' final squads.

According to FIFA, Mexico midfielder Gilberto Mora will be the youngest player at the expanded tournament, aged just 17 years and 240 days when the com

Chinese manufacturers drive shared gains with BRI partners

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:47:01 GMT

NANCHANG, June 6 (Xinhua) -- From pickup trucks rolling onto the streets of Saudi Arabia to blood purification devices entering Southeast Asian hospitals, Chinese manufacturers are deepening their ties with Belt and Road partner countries, bringing benefits to local businesses, healthcare providers and consumers.

Jiangling Motors Group Co., Ltd. (JMCG), a leading automaker based in east China's Jiangxi Province,

AI Cartoon | Uncle Sam's Suffocation Therapy

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:15:07 GMT

Uncle Sam's Suffocation Therapy.

FYI: U.S. added Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel, several other individuals and five entities, to its Specially Designated Nationals list. Cuba is facing unprecedented sanctions and pressure.

Diaz-Canel said the U.S. moves are "aimed at reinforcing the blockade measures and the scenario of conflict between Cuba and the United States."

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German prodigy Lennart Karl sidelined for World Cup with torn muscle

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:40:20 GMT

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One of the World Cup's potential breakout stars will not play at all as 18-year-old Germany midfielder Lennart Karl tore a muscle in his left thigh during a team training session on Friday in Chicago.

According to reports, Karl underwent an MRI that confirmed the injury.

Germany, which opens Group E play against Curacao on June 14 in Houston, hoped to rely on th

TYLOO, BIG, FlyQuest advance to Stage 2 of IEM Cologne Major

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 23:19:12 GMT

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TYLOO, BIG and FlyQuest earned elimination victories on Friday to advance to Stage 2 at the Intel Extreme Masters Cologne Major in Germany.

TYLOO knocked off Lynn Vision Gaming by a 13-5, 13-7 count to secure its spot in Stage 2, which features 16 teams battling June 6-9 for the eight spots available in Stage 3.

China's Su

India keeping close eye on Latin American countries amid economic crisis, strategic shifts: MEA

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 17:32:45 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Latin America is currently grappling with a wave of political and social instability, characterised by widespread civil unrest, security crises, and shifting diplomatic alliances.

As governments across the region struggle to maintain order, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is closely monitoring the status of the Indian diaspora amidst these turbulent conditions.

Durin

Brazil's Neymar to have MRI on nagging calf injury

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:40:24 GMT

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Brazil forward Neymar will undergo an MRI on his right calf to help determine his fitness for the World Cup.

Coach Carlo Ancelotti provided the update about Brazil's all-time leading scorer at a press conference on Friday.

The MRI will be on Monday. Brazil plays its Group C opener against Morocco on June 13 in East Rutherford, N.J.

'I think his situa

Update: China firmly opposes U.S. escalation of blockade, sanctions on Cuba: spokesperson

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:15:43 GMT

BEIJING, June 5 (Xinhua) -- China firmly opposes the latest U.S. escalation of the blockade and sanctions on Cuba, with Washington adding Cuban leaders to its sanctions list, a Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson said on Friday.

The spokesperson's remarks came after the United States imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and some affiliated people and entities, including Diaz-Canel's wife and s

Venezuela seeks Indian role in its energy sector

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:17:01 GMT

New Delhi says Indian energy companies are ready to deepen their presence in the country and increase trade with Caracas

Venezuela is seeking India's participation in its oil sector, as it looks for reliable markets for its oil and foreign investment to rebuild its energy industry.

The offer comes as India, t

"Objective complementarity": Argentine Envoy pitches deeper collaboration with India

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:33:03 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Argentine Ambassador Mariano Caucino highlighted how there exists an objective complementarity between India and Argentina and shared the progress in the expansion of items of export between the two partners.

He made the remarks while speaking at the India-Latin America and Caribbean Roundtable at the India International Centre.

The statement by the Embassy of Argentina in I

"Humble, but more ambitious than ever": Ruben on Portugal's FIFA World Cup aspirations

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:59:42 GMT

Lisbon [Portugal], June 5 (ANI): Portugal star Ruben Dias spoke on his side's FIFA World Cup aspirations, saying that the team is 'humble but more ambitious than ever'.

After a double of the FA Cup and EFL Cup this season with Manchester City, Ruben will be representing Portugal in his third FIFA World Cup. The centre-back has been a vital part of Man City's trophy-winning machinery since 2020, and he has brough

From semifinalists to Player of the Tournament: Nasser Hussain's ICC Women's T20WC predictions

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:59:37 GMT

London [UK], June 5 (ANI): Former England captain Nasser Hussain predicted that reigning champions New Zealand, Australia, England and India will reach the semifinals of the upcoming ICC Women's T20 World Cup.

The upcoming edition will start from June 12 in UK, with England and Sri Lanka starting the tournament at Birmingham. Team India will start their campaign against arch-rivals Pakistan on June 14 at Birming

(SP)ITALY-ROME-ATHLETICS-DIAMOND LEAGUE-MEN'S LONG JUMP

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:46:21 GMT

(260605) -- ROME, June 5, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Bozhidar Saraboyukov of Bulgaria celebrates after winning the men's long jump at the 2026 World Athletics Diamond League Golden Gala at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy, June 4, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

(SP)ITALY-ROME-ATHLETICS-DIAMOND LEAGUE-MEN'S HIGH JUMP

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:45:47 GMT

(260605) -- ROME, June 5, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Matteo Sioli of Italy celebrates during the men's high jump at the 2026 World Athletics Diamond League Golden Gala at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy, June 4, 2026. (Xinhua/Li Jing)

Explainer: Why Germany failed in UN Security Council membership race

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:45:19 GMT

Experts have pointed to Germany's controversial diplomatic approaches, apart from its late campaigning, as key reasons for its defeat in the race for non-permanent seats in the UN Security Council.

BERLIN, June 5 (Xinhua) -- Germany suffered its first-ever defeat in a UN Security Council election on Wednesday, losing to Portugal and Austria in the race for non-permanent seats.

Why did Europ

Hardeep Puri reaffirms support to Venezuela for energy reconstruction; says Indian companies ready to deepen presence

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:31:09 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Union Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas Hardeep Singh Puri called on Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez on June 4 and reaffirmed India's strong support for Venezuela's energy reconstruction, noting that Indian companies are ready to deepen their presence in the South American nation.

The details were shared by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas in a press sta

(SP)ITALY-ROME-ATHLETICS-DIAMOND LEAGUE-WOMEN'S 100M HURDLES

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:15:53 GMT

(260605) -- ROME, June 5, 2026 (Xinhua) -- Megan Simmonds of Jamaica celebrates after the women's 100m hurdles at the 2026 World Athletics Diamond League Golden Gala at the Stadio Olimpico in Rome, Italy, June 4, 2026. (Xinhua/Wang Kaiyan)

Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage clinches Diamond League title; India's Sachin Yadav finishes eighth

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:59:53 GMT

Rome [Italy], June 5 (ANI): Sri Lanka's Rumesh Pathirage came within touching distance of Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem's Asian record while clinching the men's javelin throw title at the Rome Diamond League 2026 on Thursday night.

Pathirage produced a stunning throw of 92.62m at the Stadio Olimpico, finishing just 35 centimetres shy of Nadeem's Asian record and Olympic gold medal-winning mark set at the Paris 2

India, Venezuela discuss health, energy, agri cooperation during meet between PM Modi, Acting President Rodriguez

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 04:59:06 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez on Friday expressed gratitude over her meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 4 in New Delhi and shared how the leaders held discussions on areas such as transportation, health, energy and agriculture, among others.

In a series of posts on X, she expressed her gratitude for the warm welcome and added, 'In this fraternal meet

CUBA-HAVANA-VISA MASTERCARD-SERVICES-CEASE FUNCTIONING

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:45:30 GMT

(260604) -- HAVANA, June 4, 2026 (Xinhua) -- A woman shops at a retail store with a notice posted nearby indicating Visa and Mastercard payment services have been disabled in Havana, capital of Cuba, on June 4, 2026. Payment services operated by Visa and Mastercard will cease functioning in Cuba from June 6, the Central Bank of Cuba said Wednesday. (Photo by Joaquin Hernandez/Xinhua)

Hardeep Singh Puri meets Rodriguez, says "technical team will visit Venezuela soon to explore opportunities in energy"

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:57:26 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri met Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez in New Delhi on Thursday.

In a post on X, Puri said that a technical team from India would soon visit Venezuela to study opportunities in the energy sector.

'Called on the Acting President of Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela HE @delcyrodriguezv today with the leadersh

Perfect complementarity for India, Venezuela to work in energy sector: MEA

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:57:29 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 5 (ANI): There exists a perfect complementarity for India and Venezuela to work in the energy sector, both upstream and downstream, Ministry of External Affairs Secretary (East) Rudrendra Tandon said on Thursday, noting that the discussions during the visit of Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez, also went into broadening the economic partnership to other areas.

Addressing a specia

Neymar ruled out of Brazil's final FIFA World Cup warm-up against Egypt as recovery race continues

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:57:08 GMT

Cleveland [US], June 5 (ANI): Brazil will be without star forward Neymar for their final FIFA World Cup warm-up match against Egypt after the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) confirmed that the veteran attacker will remain at the team's training base in New Jersey to continue treatment on a calf injury.

The decision was taken to allow Neymar to undergo intensive physiotherapy and physical recovery rather th

India's close cooperation with Venezuela holds immense importance for Global South: PM Modi

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:33:30 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Acting President of Venezuela, Delcy Eloina Rodriguez Gomez, on Thursday held extensive discussions on expanding cooperation in a range of areas, including energy, critical minerals and technology.

In a post on X, PM Modi said India's close cooperation with Venezuela holds immense importance for the Global South.

'Happy to meet with the A

India sees "strong natural complementarity" with Venezuela in energy sector: MEA

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:01:19 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): India and Venezuela are looking to forge new partnerships and expand economic cooperation, especially in the energy sector, as New Delhi seeks to diversify its crude oil procurement amid supply disruptions from the West Asia crisis.

Addressing a special media briefing after Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Venezuelan Acting President Delcy Rodriguez earlier in the day,

"This Portugal generation has everything": Ex-Portuguese star Simoes on team's WC chances

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:00:00 GMT

Lisbon [Portugal], June 4 (ANI): Former Portugal footballer Antonio Simoes, part of the 1966 FIFA World Cup squad that achieved their best-ever third-place finish, backed the current squad to do well in the 2026 edition of the tournament and highlighted the importance of superstar striker Cristiano Ronaldo in deciding the outcome of the matches.

Portugal will play friendlies against Chile on June 6 and Nigeria o

Update: U.S. should heed int'l call, end blockade against Cuba: Chinese spokesperson

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:18:06 GMT

BEIJING, June 4 (Xinhua) -- The United States should heed the call of the international community and immediately stop all its blockade, sanctions, coercion, and pressure against Cuba, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said Thursday.

"The U.S. can't justify blockade and illegal sanctions against Cuba with invented allegations and groundless vilification," Mao said at a regular news briefing when aske

India and Venezuela perfect complements for long-term energy cooperation: MEA

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:31:43 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): India and Venezuela on Thursday held high-level discussions aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation, with a strong focus on energy security and expanding economic ties across multiple sectors.

Speaking at a special MEA briefing on the visit of the Acting President of Venezuela, Delcy Rodriguez, Secretary (East) Rudrendra Tandon said that the visiting leader was accompanied b

Energy, trade, investment emerge as key areas of discussion during meet between PM Modi, Venezuela Acting President Rodriguez

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:32:30 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez held wide-ranging discussions aimed at exploring new avenues of cooperation. The leaders also reaffirmed their commitment towards advancing the interests of the Global South.

Sharing the details of the meeting in a post on X, the Ministry of External Affairs Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said, 'PM @narend

PM Modi holds talks with Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:32:10 GMT

New Delhi [India], June 4 (ANI): Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks with Venezuela's Acting President Delcy Rodriguez here in the national capital on Thursday.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri were among those present in the meeting.

In a prior statement, the Ministry of External Affairs had indicated that both sides are expected to review the entire spectrum of

"Berlin's support for Ukraine, Israel may have played a role": Germany's FM Wadephul after UNSC seat loss

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:31:44 GMT

New York [US], June 4 (ANI): Germany has failed in its bid to secure one of the two rotating seats allocated to European countries on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), with Portugal and Austria winning election to the UN body, according to a news report by Al Jazeera.

Germany received 104 votes from the 193-member UN General Assembly (UNGA), while Portugal secured 134 votes and Austria received 131, the

Germany blames Russia over UN Security Council humiliation

Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:19:32 GMT

Berlin has failed to win a rotating seat on the UNSC for the first time ever and has claimed Moscow is behind it

Germany has failed to win a temporary seat on the UN Security Council for the first time, losing a General Assembly vote to Austria and Portugal. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul called the outcome "a real disappointment," after Berlin had, for the first time in modern history, failed

Peru: Runoff Election Ends in a Dead Heat

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:02:43 GMT

The presidential runoff held in Peru on Sunday, June 7-the country's Flag Day-resulted in a technical tie between candidates Roberto Sanchez (Juntos por el Per), who received 50.3%, and Keiko Fujimori (Fuerza Popular), with 49.7%, according to the 100% quick count (including votes from abroad); according to the polling firm IPSOS and the civil society organization Transparencia.

As soon as the results were known,

Republicans Want Cyanide Bombs on Public Lands?

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 01:02:39 GMT

Trump's bombing of Iran, Venezuela, Iraq, Nigeria, Yemen, Caribbean boats, and Somalia (Council on Foreign Relations info) has torn to shreds his "political brand" opposing foreign military adventures, promising "no wars" in campaign speech after campaign speech after campaign speech.

Now, his administration is taking

France stunned by Ivory Coast in World Cup warm-up defeat

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:35:37 GMT

Guela Dou haunted his brother's national team as he scored once and set up the winner to fireIvory Coastto a shock 2-1 comeback victory overFrancein aWorld Cupwarm-up match in Nantes on Thursday.

The 23-year-old Strasbourg defender, older brother of France and Paris St Germain forward Dsir Dou, cancelled out Rayan Cherki's sublime opener shortly after halftime before delivering the cross that Amad Diallo converte

Peru: Runoff Election Ends in a Dead Heat

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 11:32:43 GMT

The presidential runoff held in Peru on Sunday, June 7the countrys Flag Dayresulted in a technical tie between candidates Roberto Snchez (Juntos por el Per), who received 50.3%, and Keiko Fujimori (Fuerza Popular), with 49.7%, according to the 100% quick count (including votes from abroad); according to the polling firm IPSOS and the civil society organization Transparencia.

Snchez: Democracy for a Peru of all b

Republicans Want Cyanide Bombs on Public Lands

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 06:32:39 GMT

Trumps bombing of Iran, Venezuela, Iraq, Nigeria, Yemen, Caribbean boats, and Somalia (Council on Foreign Relationsinfo) has torn to shreds his political brand opposing foreign military adventures, promising no wars in campaign speech after campaign speech after campaign speech.

Now, his administration is taking bombing one step further into the wilderness, over hill, over dale, through bush, through briar (Shake

Injured Neymar making 'good progress'

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 02:18:15 GMT

NEW JERSEY, United States, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Injured Brazil forward Neymar is making "good progress" in his bid to be fit for the FIFA World Cup starting this week, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Monday.

The CBF issued the update after Neymar underwent an MRI scan to assess his recovery from a grade two calf strain in his right leg.

It said the 34-year-old's recuperation was "within t

Brazil among World Cup favorites: Bruno

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:16:31 GMT

NEW JERSEY, United States, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Midfielder Bruno Guimaraes said Monday Brazil deserves to be considered among the favorites to win the FIFA World Cup, which starts this week in the United States, Mexico and Canada.

The Newcastle United captain said he disagreed with claims from Brazil's media that the team lacks the strength of previous World Cups as it seeks to win the competition for a record six

6.1-magnitude earthquake strikes western Cuba

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 00:09:33 GMT

HAVANA, 9th June, 2026 (WAM) -- A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck western Cuba on Monday, causing buildings to shake in the capital, Havana, and several nearby areas, with no immediate reports of casualties or material damage.

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said the earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 10 kilometres in waters west of Havana.

Urgent: 6.1-magnitude quake hits waters off Cuba -- GFZ

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:15:19 GMT

BEIJING, June 9 (Xinhua) -- An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 jolted waters near Cuba at 1800 GMT on Monday, the GFZ German Research Centre for Geosciences said.

The epicenter, with a depth of 10 km, was initially determined to be at 22.85 degrees north latitude and 85.15 degrees west longitude.

Spain boss De la Fuente confident injured trio will be fit for World Cup debut

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:45:39 GMT

MADRID, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Spain coach Luis de la Fuente remains confident that injured trio of Lamine Yamal, Nico Williams and Victor Munoz will be fit in time to start his side's FIFA World Cup campaign.

De la Fuente was speaking to the press ahead of his side's friendly against Peru in the Mexican city of Puebla, which is the final chance to make adjustments ahead of his side's World Cup opener against Cabo V

FIFA World Cup Group K preview: Ronaldo's record sixth appearance headlines diverse group

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:15:47 GMT

BEIJING, June 8 (Xinhua) -- Cristiano Ronaldo's bid for a first FIFA World Cup title will be one of the major storylines in Group K bringing together Portugal, Colombia, DR Congo and debutant Uzbekistan.

PORTUGAL

The team:

Ranked fifth in the world rankings, Portugal advanced as the group winner in the UEFA qualifiers and arrives at the tournament as the UEFA Nations League champion.

Coach R

US indictment of Ral Castro comes amid a long history of American aggression against Cuba

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 07:02:02 GMT

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The Trump administration on May 20, 2026, indicted former Cuban President Ral Castro for murder, based on the downing of two planes near the Cuban coastline in 1996 that killed four people.

As a

Pilot, copilot confirmed dead in private jet crash in Dominican Republic

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 04:46:30 GMT

SANTO DOMINGO, 8th June, 2026 (WAM) -- The pilot and co-pilot of a private jet were killed Sunday when their aircraft crashed while attempting an emergency landing at La Romana International Airport in the Dominican Republic.

The US-registered Gulfstream G200 jet was en route to Austin, Texas and was approximately 16 nautical miles southwest of La Romana when it declared an emergency due to severe mechanical prob

Colombia downs Jordan ahead of World Cup

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:45:27 GMT

SAN DIEGO, United States, June 7 (Xinhua) -- Jhon Arias scored either side of halftime as Colombia beat Jordan 2-0 in their FIFA World Cup warmup on Sunday.

Arias opened the scoring by running onto James Rodriguez's one-touch pass and calmly slotting his shot into the far corner.

Palmeiras midfielder Arias doubled the advantage when he timed his run to perfection to head home following Santiago Arias' cro

Brazil summons Ederson after Wesley injury

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 03:45:23 GMT

NEW JERSEY, United States, June 7 (Xinhua) -- Atalanta midfielder Ederson has been drafted into Brazil's squad for the FIFA World Cup, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Sunday.

The 26-year-old replaces full-back Wesley, who was ruled out of the tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada due to an adductor injury.

"Wesley is a popular member of the squad and will always be consider

Curacao and Cabo Verde are into the World Cup. What impact can these 'minnow nations' make?

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:39:13 GMT

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For the first time in history, soccer's World Cup will expand to 48 teams in 2026, marking one of the most radical changes ever made to the tournament.

Starting on June 11 in Mexico Ci

Things get serious as Spain prepares for final World Cup preparation game

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:17:04 GMT

MADRID, June 7 (Xinhua) -- Spain travels to Mexico on Sunday ahead of its second and final warm-up match before the World Cup finals, with coach Luis de la Fuente likely to field a team similar to the one that will kick off its campaign against Cabo Verde on June 15.

The Spanish will make a three-hour flight to face Peru in Puebla, only three days after travelling to their base camp in Chattanooga, Tennessee, on

FIFA World Cup Group J preview: Argentina launches title defense as Jordan makes debut

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:16:59 GMT

BEIJING, June 7 (Xinhua) -- Argentina will launch its title defense in Group J as it bids to become the first team in 64 years to retain the FIFA World Cup. Lionel Scaloni's side is joined by Algeria, returning after a 12-year absence, Austria, back at the finals for the first time since 1998, and tournament debutant Jordan.

ARGENTINA

The team:

Argentina arrives at the tournament as world and conti

Humanitys future depends on protecting the rapidly changing ocean

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

The ocean covers more than 70 per cent of the planetand regulates climate, sustains biodiversity, and supports economies and cultures worldwide. Its the foundation of life on Earth.

In the wood-panelled rooms of New Yorks storied Explorers Club, where portraits of pioneering adventurers line the walls, diplomats, scientists and ocean advocates gathered on Tuesday evening with a shared sense of urgency and anticip

Two injured, 35 fishing boats destroyed in Ecuador port fire

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 04:53:04 GMT

QUITO, 7th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Two people were injured and at least 35 fishing boats were destroyed in a fire that broke out at the port of Manta, one of Ecuador's most important fishing ports on the Pacific coast.

Ecuador's National Secretariat for Risk Management said the fire had been brought under control, adding that investigations are under way to determine the cause of the incident.

Preliminary infor

Peru beats Haiti with late double

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 07:17:04 GMT

MIAMI, United States, June 6 (Xinhua) -- Renzo Garces and Jairo Velez struck late as Peru recovered from a goal down to beat Haiti 2-1 in a friendly on Friday.

Sunderland forward Wilson Isidor opened the scoring with a 16th-minute strike, but Peru equalized after goalkeeper Johny Placide saved Fabio Gruber's close-range header only for Garces to fire in the rebound.

Velez completed the turnaround three mi

Seven killed in coal mine explosion in central Colombia

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:52:48 GMT

BOGOTA, 6th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Seven miners have died after an explosion at a coal mine in Colombia's central department of Cundinamarca, local authorities confirmed Friday.

The explosion occurred at a mine in the municipality of Sutatausa and was caused by a buildup of gas underground, according to preliminary information.

Cundinamarca Governor Jorge Emilio Rey Angel said Colombia's National Mining Agency

1st LD Writethru: Jamaica experiencing island-wide blackout

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:45:17 GMT

MEXICO CITY, June 5 (Xinhua) -- An island-wide power blackout hit Jamaica on Friday evening following a system failure, according to the country's officials and power utility.

"Island-wide black out," Minister of Energy, Telecommunications and Transport Daryl Vaz said in a post on X, adding that he was awaiting an update from the president of the Jamaica Public Service (JPS) Company, who was en route to the util

Urgent: Jamaica experiencing island-wide blackout

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 04:15:22 GMT

MEXICO CITY, June 5 (Xinhua) -- Jamaica is facing an island-wide power blackout on Friday evening following a system failure, according to the country's officials and power utility.

Flash: Jamaica experiencing island-wide power blackout: official

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:15:12 GMT

Flash: Jamaica experiencing island-wide power blackout: official

Cuba rejects Rubio's claim that U.S. does not block oil shipments

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:15:24 GMT

HAVANA, June 5 (Xinhua) -- Cuba on Friday rejected remarks by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio that Washington does not block oil shipments to the island, citing a U.S. measure that imposes penalties on countries supplying oil to Cuba.

Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez wrote on social media platform X that Rubio had repeatedly claimed the U.S. government does not block oil shipments to Cuba.

Rodri

1st LD-Writethru: China firmly opposes U.S. escalation of blockade, sanctions on Cuba: spokesperson

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:17:23 GMT

The spokesperson's remarks came after the United States imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and some affiliated people and entities, including Diaz-Canel's wife and

China firmly opposes U.S. escalation of blockade, sanctions on Cuba: spokesperson

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:49:33 GMT

The spokesperson's remarks came after the United States imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and some affiliated people and entities, including Diaz-Canel's wife and

Spain flies off for World Cup after friendly gives few answers to coach De la Fuente's plans

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:47:34 GMT

MADRID, June 5 (Xinhua) -- The Spain national team flies to the United States on Friday to continue with its preparations for the World Cup finals with a few questions still to be answered.

Spain flies from Santiago de Compostela (northern Spain) to Nashville after Thursday's 1-1 draw against Iraq and from Nashville the team travels to Baylor School in Chattanooga, which will be its base for the tournament.

Haiti: Harrowing needs must be met with long-term engagement

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:00:00 GMT

Escalating gang violence across Haiti has pushed displacement to record levels, deepening an already severe humanitarian crisis and leaving nearly 1.5 million people without a stable place to live, according to new figures released Friday by the UN migration agency, IOM.

Around 30,000 people have had to flee their homes in the Haitian capital Port-au-Prince and surrounding areas following a new wave of violent at

Economic Watch: Chinese manufacturers drive shared gains with BRI partners

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:15:59 GMT

NANCHANG, June 5 (Xinhua) -- From pickup trucks rolling onto the streets of Saudi Arabia to blood purification devices entering Southeast Asian hospitals, Chinese manufacturers are deepening their ties with Belt and Road partner countries, bringing benefits to local businesses, healthcare providers and consumers.

Jiangling Motors Group Co., Ltd. (JMCG), a leading automaker based in east China's Jiangxi Province,

FIFA World Cup Group E preview: Nagelsmann looks to restore glory for Germany

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:45:47 GMT

MADRID, June 5 (Xinhua) -- Germany heads to the World Cup looking to move beyond the disappointments of 2018 and 2022 while a resilient Ecuador side that proved throughout qualifying it gives nothing away will provide a stern test to its Group E rivals. Cote d'Ivoire also possesses enough quality to trouble any opponent, while Curacao is shaping up as one of the tournament's potential Cinderella stories.

GERMANY

Spain held by Iraq in World Cup warm-up

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:15:59 GMT

MADRID, June 5 (Xinhua) -- Spain was held to a 1-1 draw by Iraq in a World Cup warm-up match in La Coruna on Thursday night, with the Asian side delivering a solid defensive display against a much-changed Spain team.

Spain coach Luis de la Fuente gave debuts to Barcelona midfielder Marc Bernal and Real Sociedad defender Jon Martin in his starting 11, despite the two being from the group of support players named

Cuban president says U.S. sanctions to intensify bilateral tensions

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:15:26 GMT

HAVANA, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel said on Thursday that new sanctions imposed by Washington, along with recent remarks by U.S. President Donald Trump, would further tighten the blockade against Cuba and deepen tensions between the two countries.

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control on Thursday added Diaz-Canel, several other individuals and five entiti

Neymar to miss Egypt friendly

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:45:10 GMT

NEW JERSEY, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Neymar will miss Brazil's World Cup warmup match against Egypt to continue treatment for a leg muscle injury, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) said on Thursday.

The 34-year-old was last Thursday diagnosed with a grade two calf strain requiring an estimated recovery period of two to three weeks.

"Neymar will not travel with the delegation to Cleveland," the CBF said

1st LD Writethru: U.S. imposes sanctions on Cuban president in latest pressure campaign

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:45:08 GMT

NEW YORK, June 4 (Xinhua) -- The United States imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and several other individuals and entities on Thursday to ramp up pressure on the island country.

The U.S. Treasury Department has added Diaz-Canel, four other individuals and five entities, including Cuba's Ministry of the Revolutionary Armed Forces, to the Specially Designated Nationals List, according to an u

Urgent: U.S. imposes sanctions on Cuban president in latest pressure campaign

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 22:15:32 GMT

NEW YORK, June 4 (Xinhua) -- The United States imposed sanctions on Cuban President Miguel Diaz-Canel and several other individuals and entities on Thursday to ramp up pressure on the island country.

The U.S. Treasury Department has added Diaz-Canel and four other individuals and five entities, including Cuba's Ministry of the Revolutionary Armed Forces, to the Specially Designated Nationals List, according to a

17 states elected into UN Economic and Social Council for 3-year term

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 21:15:19 GMT

UNITED NATIONS, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Seventeen states were elected Wednesday into the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), the coordinating body for the economic and social work of UN agencies and funds, for a three-year term.

Annalena Baerbock, president of the General Assembly, announced the results after voting by secret ballot in the assembly.

Elected were Angola, Eritrea, Guinea, Morocco, Senegal f

1st LD-Writethru: U.S. should heed int'l call, end blockade against Cuba: Chinese spokesperson

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 13:17:58 GMT

"The U.S. can't justify blockade and illegal sanctions against Cuba with invented allegations and groundless vilification," Mao said at a regular news briefing when ask

Feature: From fifth tier to World Cup - Haiti goalkeeper Duverger living his dream

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 12:46:47 GMT

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BERLIN, June 4 (Xinhua) -- Surrounded by his teammates, Josue Duverger spoke about his boldest dreams coming true.

When the 26-year-old received a 2026 FIFA World Cup call-up from Haiti, the celebrations in Koblenz, a town of 115,000 northwest of Frankfurt, seemed never to stop.

Players and staff of fifth-tier side FC Cosmos Koblenz danced around their hero as the Haitian-Canadian g

Envoy of Minister of Foreign Affairs to Caribbean & Pacific States concludes official visit to Belize

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 11:13:31 GMT

BELMOPAN, Belize, 4th June, 2026 (WAM) -- Omar Shehadeh, Envoy of the Minister of Foreign Affairs to the Caribbean and Pacific States, accompanied by Salem Rashed Al Owais, UAE Non-Resident Ambassador to Belize, concluded an official visit to Belize as part of the UAE's ongoing efforts to strengthen diplomatic ties and bilateral cooperation with the Caribbean region.

Shehadeh met with John Briceno, Prime Minister

World Cup venues: Guadalajara Stadium, Mexico

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:32:16 GMT

Home toClub Deportivo Guadalajara - who are also known as Chivas - during its normal working life, the 48,000 seat Guadalajara Stadium was built on raised ground with a spherical design some 1,560m above sea level.

The high altitude action starts with the Group A game between South Korea and the Czech Republic on 11 June.

It continues a week later with Mexico's second game of the pool stages against South K