Facing President Trump’s threats, many Canadians have taken a defensive stance to their neighbor. But now Canada is playing co-host with the United States and Mexico, and welcoming the world. Source link
The opening game in Mexico City took place amid weeks of protests from groups including teachers’ unions complaining about pay and pensions. Source link
Supporters of the national team gathered inside and outside Mexico City Stadium for the opening of the games, celebrating the start of a tournament years in the making. Source link
As the largest World Cup ever kicks off in Mexico City on Thursday afternoon, the security around Estadio Azteca was strict, as law enforcement officers held off protesters. Source link
The deal to ship 250,000 barrels of fuel to Cuba could have eased an energy crisis. But the Trump administration says Vanguard Energy lacks the authorization to proceed. Source link
The incident happened early Thursday during an investigation into a March shooting at the U.S. consulate in Toronto, the police chief said. Source link
President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico plans to intentionally skip the entire tournament, breaking a decades-long tradition of sports diplomacy. Source link
Unions and other groups plan to demonstrate at the capital’s World Cup stadium, adding tension as the much-watched event begins. Source link
Mexico and Canada have faced significant recent tension in their relations with the United States. But in their historic World Cup bid, the three countries promoted teamwork. Source link
The State Department canceled President Gustavo Petro’s visa last year after he attended a pro-Palestinian rally in Manhattan. He had planned to attend a forum led by Mayor Mamdani of New York. Source link