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Ranking: World’s Most Educated Nations
Canada ranks as the world’s most educated country, with Ireland in second place, according to Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) data.
Canada
Global Affairs
Trump bans more Canadian imports as trade row escalates
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said the decision to reduce the country’s dependence on the US as its biggest trading partner “will come at a cost”.
Sports
Mbappe blames midfield struggles for semi-final loss to Spain
Speaking after the match on July 14, 2026, the Real Madrid forward, who was hoping to reach a third consecutive World Cup final, pointed to France's midfield struggles as Adrien Rabiot and Aurelien Tchouameni were overrun by Spain's trio of Rodri, Dani Olmo, and Fabian Ruiz.
Sports
FIFA to consider expanding men's World Cup to 64 teams
The proposal for a larger tournament was first raised last year, and FIFA President Gianni Infantino said the success of the expanded 48-team format has prompted the governing body to explore how a 64-team World Cup could work.
Sports
England sweats over four players ahead of Norway quarter-final clash
Defender Marc Guehi is a doubt after suffering a minor hamstring injury during England's 3-2 Round of 16 victory over Mexico at the Azteca Stadium. He will be assessed on Friday to determine whether he will be fit for Sunday's match.
Sports
Morocco to face France without Saibari
The Bayern Munich striker, who has scored three goals in five matches for the Atlas Lions at this year's tournament, sustained the injury during Morocco's 3-0 Round of 16 victory over co-hosts Canada in Houston last Saturday. Azzedine Ounahi scored twice, while Souffiane Rahimi added the third.
Sports
"Eats like a bear": Haaland's 6,000-calorie meal plan
The Norwegian striker, who won last season's Premier League Golden Boot with 27 goals in 35 matches for Manchester City, follows a disciplined diet that includes chicken, pasta, steak, fish, eggs, vegetables, organ meats, raw milk and honey.
Sports
17 World Cup stars face suspension threat ahead of quarter-finals
For Morocco, defenders Issa Diop and Achraf Hakimi, alongside midfielders Redoune Halhal and Bilal El Khannouss, are all one booking away from suspension. France, meanwhile, have midfielder Manu Koné and attacking midfielder Michael Olise walking the same disciplinary tightrope.
World-Cup-2026
Egypt demands FIFA probe into officials after Argentina loss
According to reports on Wednesday, the EFA confirmed it had lodged a formal complaint with football's world governing body, demanding an investigation into what it described as "double standards" in officiating during Tuesday's match.
Sports
Neymar Sr. pleads with his son not to retire
Neymar Sr. publicly appealed to his son not to walk away from football altogether. In a heartfelt social media post, he urged Neymar to continue playing at club level, emphasising the importance of the sport to their family.
Sports
Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties to set quarter-final clash with Argentina
Switzerland have now won two knockout games in the World Cup for the first time, having beaten Algeria in the last 32, and now have a chance to stop Lionel Messi and Argentina's run to back-to-back World Cup glory.
Sports
Belgium take swipe at USA after World Cup defeat
On Sunday, FIFA suspended the automatic one-match ban for 12 months, a decision that sparked widespread criticism, with UEFA and Belgium among those speaking out against the ruling.
Sports
Eight players test positive for banned substance at World Cup
Tunisia finished bottom of Group F after suffering defeats to Sweden, Japan and the Netherlands. Reports now indicate that eight unnamed players tested positive for clenbuterol, a substance banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency.
Sports
Ahead of Norway clash, Ancelotti says only Ferguson can criticise him
The 67-year-old tactician has faced criticism throughout Brazil’s World Cup campaign despite guiding the five-time champions to the top of Group C, eliminating Japan in the Round of 32 and setting up a clash against Norway on Sunday.
Sports
Morocco send Canada home, France is next in quarters
An Azzedine Ounahi brace and a late stoppage-time strike from Souffiane Rahimi, who calmly beat goalkeeper Maxime Crepeau, sealed the emphatic win and condemned Canada to elimination. Morocco will now face France in the quarter-finals on Thursday, July 9, at Boston Stadium in Foxborough.
Exclusives
Canadian couple cycles across Africa to fund youth empowerment and education projects
The couple said bicycles became the natural choice because cycling allows them to experience communities at a slower pace
Exclusives
'100 per cent give': Charity cycling founders explain their fundraising formula
The Meindertsmas estimated that between 200 and 300 people provide direct financial support, while thousands more encourage them through social media and by following their journey
World-Cup-2026
Mexican woman arrested for selling fake World Cup tickets
According to news outlet The Daily Mail, Lidia Silva Cruz was arrested by police in Tlalnepantla de Baz, near Mexico City, for her alleged involvement in the scheme alongside her boyfriend, who is still said to be on the run.
World-Cup-2026
South Africa out of World Cup after dramatic defeat to Canada
The South African men’s national football team failed to stop a 92nd-minute volley from Stephen Eustaquio that beat captain and goalkeeper Ronwen Williams, who stumbled while attempting to save the powerful low strike. The goal sent Hugo Broos’ side crashing out as Canada advanced to the Round of 16.
Sports
Iran’s farewell note wins hearts after World Cup exit
Following their 1-1 draw against Egypt in Seattle on Saturday, Iran confirmed on Sunday that they had been eliminated from the tournament despite remaining unbeaten in Group G.
Global Affairs
UAE introduces visa-on-arrival for eligible Kenyan travellers
In a statement issued by the UAE Embassy in Nairobi, the new arrangement took effect on June 25, 2026, and applies to Kenyan nationals and their accompanying family members who meet specific residency requirements.
Sports
Egypt barred from flying directly to Seattle after New Zealand win
The team had reportedly requested to stay in Seattle this week, but the request was rejected by local security officials. Instead, they will return to their primary training base in Spokane, Washington, 280 miles east of Seattle.
World-Cup-2026
Morocco's Hakimi to stand trial for rape, may not play in Canada
French prosecutors confirmed on Friday that an investigating judge ordered the trial in February 2026. French media also reported that Hakimi, 27, recently failed in an appeal to have the case dismissed.
World-Cup-2026
Partey loses appeal, won’t play in Canada
The appeal against the decision to grant Partey a Canadian visa for the World Cup failed, with court documents revealing that the initial visa application did not disclose the criminal charges he faces in the UK.
World-Cup-2026
Canada denies entry to Ghana star Thomas Partey over undisclosed UK charges
Officials in Canada denied Partey entry because he had wrongly stated he had never been arrested or charged with a crime, despite facing active legal proceedings in the UK.
World-Cup-2026
Ghana midfielder Partey loses appeal for Canadian visa ahead of Panama fixture
The ruling follows diplomatic and legal escalation from the Ghanaian government and the Ghana Football Association, which had protested the denial as unfair. They filed an emergency interlocutory injunction at the Federal Court of Canada seeking a review of the decision.
World-Cup-2026
Only four Iranians win US visa appeal ahead of World Cup opener
Iran had already moved its World Cup base to Mexico due to concerns stemming from tensions between the country and the United States. Of the 15 Iranian delegation members initially denied US visas, 10 submitted fresh applications after arriving in Mexico. It has now emerged that four of those appeals were successful.
World-Cup-2026
Egypt to play at World Cup without AFCON stars
The stars, traditionally displayed above the national crest, symbolize Egypt's record seven AFCON titles and have become an iconic feature of the Pharaohs' jersey.
World-Cup-2026
EPL referee Oliver to miss Ivory Coast opening game
Fifa has said that the 41-year-old, who was due to officiate the Group E meeting between Ivory Coast and Ecuador in Philadelphia on Sunday (00:00 BST, Monday), has been replaced by Frenchman Francois Letexier because of injury, but is expected to be available for selection "in the coming days".
Football
North America rolls out coordinated health screening plan for World Cup travellers
Matches will be played across major cities in the three countries, with millions of international visitors expected to travel across North America during the month-long event.