What happened, and who performed at the World Cup 2026 opening ceremony?

Swiss voters reject right-wing’s bid to cap population at 10 million, early results show

Twelve killed in plane crash in US state of Missouri

'Boyfriend duties call,' Trudeau says after skipping Canada match to watch PerryCameras caught Perry running off stage to greet the former Canadian leader with a kiss.5 hrs agoUS & Canada

Germany hit Curacao for seven to open their World Cup

Teen shot and buses torched in Manhattan after historic NBA win for KnicksAt least 63 people were arrested in the disorder after the Knicks beat the Spurs to clinch the title.6 hrs agoUS & Canada

Israel expands military control in Gaza, Lebanon and Syria by 1,000sq km

Swiss voters reject 10 million population cap, early projections sayNot all votes have been counted, but the current trend suggests 55% of participants voted against the proposal.3 hrs agoEurope

Is the G7 still relevant?

Fifa to pay Somali referee Artan full World Cup feeSomali referee Omar Artan, who was denied entry to the United States to officiate at the World Cup, will still receive his tournament fee from Fifa in full.5 hrs agoWorld Cup

Thousands protest as Trump, other world leaders set to meet for G7 summit

Ukrainian drone strikes kill 1 and spark fire at oil facility in Russia

Trump makes endorsement in key Georgia Republican US Senate run-off

Palestinian death toll in Gaza tops 73,000, officials say, as Israel strikes despite ceasefire

Giants Spain take on tiny Cape Verde to begin World Cup 2026 title bid

Britain detains sanctioned oil tanker believed to be linked to Russia’s shadow fleet

Top five takeaways from Brazil’s blockbuster World Cup clash with Morocco