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World Cup final draws record 63 million U.S. viewers
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World Cup final draws record 63 million U.S. viewers
The round of 16 meeting between England and Mexico drew nearly 45 million viewers, well above the roughly 27 million who watched Game 7 of the 2025 MLB World Series.
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Thousands welcome home Argentina squad, without Messi, after World Cup loss
It was not the homecoming Argentines had hoped for, four years after millions celebrated their team¡¯s tournament victory in 2022.
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Spain stars lap up adulation of estimated 2 million on World Cup parade
Players passed around the gleaming World Cup trophy and waved to their adoring supporters, some lining balconies, others on top of bus stops.
Spain captain Rodri lifts the World Cup trophy as he and his teammates celebrate after their victory over Argentina in the World Cup final in East Rutherford, New Jersey, on Sunday.
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Jul 20, 2026
Spain tops Argentina in extra time to win World Cup final
Ferran Torres scored the only goal of the game in the second half ?of extra time.
U.S. President Donald Trump stands by the FIFA World Cup Trophy as he listens to FIFA President Gianni Infantino (off frame) speak during a FIFA reception at Trump Tower in New York on Friday.
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Jul 19, 2026
Trump to bask in World Cup final spotlight
By Danny Kemp
Trump is expected to present the trophy alongside FIFA boss Gianni Infantino.
The World Cup trophy is seen in New York on Friday.
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Jul 19, 2026
Ticket prices for World Cup final soar near $10K
After the get-in price dropped as low as $6,636 on ?Monday, the three-day average rebounded to $7,612 by Friday morning.
England's Bukayo Saka celebrates after scoring the team's fifth goal against France during the third-place match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in Miami.
SOCCER / World cup
Jul 19, 2026
England outlasts France in chaotic and thrilling fight for third place at World Cup
France¡¯s Kylian Mbappe scored two goals to ?become the top scorer of all time in the World Cup.
France's Kylian Mbappe (left) has scored eight goals during the World Cup and is in contention for the Golden Boot.
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Jul 17, 2026
Dejected England and France prepare for World Cup match neither wanted
By Julien Pretot
France¡¯s hopes ?of ?reaching a third successive World Cup final were emphatically ended by Spain, while England suffered its own heartbreak a day later with a loss to Argentina.
Argentina players celebrate with a banner referencing the Falkland Islands after their win over England at the World Cup in Atlanta on Wednesday.
SOCCER / World cup
Jul 16, 2026
Argentine players brandish political Falklands flag after England match at World Cup
FIFA¡¯s Stadium Code of Conduct bans ¡°banners, flags, flyers, ?apparel and other paraphernalia that are of a political, offensive, ?and/or discriminatory ?nature¡± inside stadiums.
England coach Thomas Tuchel gives instructions to Jude Bellingham during their team's match against Argentina in the World Cup semifinals in Atlanta on Wednesday.
SOCCER / World cup
Jul 16, 2026
Thomas Tuchel says England not cursed after nation¡¯s latest World Cup heartbreak
By Trevor Stynes
England took the lead in the ?55th minute through Anthony Gordon, but Argentina then seized control, and Tuchel¡¯s side failed to withstand the pressure.

Japan scientists identify clusters of protein believed to trigger Alzheimer¡¯s disease
A team of researchers said they found a ¡°seed¡± that accelerates the amyloid beta accumulation process in the brain, naming it ¡°Peak 1 amyloid beta,¡± as seen in a mouse's brain.
Indian brothers make manga debut in Japan
Two Indian brothers made their manga debut in Japan with "Kung Fu Kung Fool" ¡ª an action-comedy series that follows the adventures of a notorious thief and a young boy.
Japan weighs regulating Pokemon cards amid trading mania
A Pokemon event is held in Jakarta on July 11
Low-income families in Japan cut food and air conditioning during summer break
Yumiko Watanabe, the chairperson of nonprofit Kidsdoor, explains the results of a survey in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward on July 1.
Iran strikes on CIA facilities prompt questions about possible Russian role
Iranian drones are displayed in an undisclosed location in Iran, in this handout image obtained on Jan. 13, 2025.U.S. officials have acknowledged that Russia has ?provided targeting ?and other support for Iran in its drone strikes on U.S. targets in the Persian Gulf region.
Can Japanese comedy get laughs in English? Yoshimoto Kogyo lets the jokes rip
Wes-P has millions of followers and his viral clips made him recognizable out of Japan.
The 180-day locals: Life on Japan¡¯s digital nomad visa
Christopher Flinn works remotely from Tokyo earlier this month. Japan issued 646 digital nomad visas in 2025, but tourism officials are hoping to increase that figure in the coming years, with Japan's relatively cheap cost of living and the weak yen seen as potential draws for young professionals.
Japan reveals hint of new defense spending target in fiscal blueprint
The Self-Defense Forces' Type 16 mobile combat vehicle fires during a joint live-fire drill with U.S. Marines as part of the annual Resolute Dragon exercises in Yufu, Oita Prefecture, on June 28.
Summer has arrived in Japan and so have hot sleepless nights
Amid the heat and humidity in Japan, a good night¡¯s sleep is growing increasingly elusive without the heavy use of air conditioning.

Podcast

One of the many entrances to the Kabukicho neighborhood in Tokyo¡¯s Shinjuku Ward.
Kabukicho: Tokyo¡¯s ¡®stadium of desire¡¯

Longform

For many people, utility poles and power lines have become such a familiar part of Japan¡¯s landscape that they often go unnoticed.
Why Japan¡¯s utility poles won¡¯t be disappearing anytime soon
By Alex K.T. Martin

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