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World Cup: Final 8 Teams Decided. Who Made it to the Quarterfinals in Qatar?

World Cup: Final 8 Teams Decided | Who Made it to the Quarterfinals in Qatar?

The World Cup's Round of 16 is officially over in Qatar, and the Final 8 teams have been decided. These are the eight best teams in the world right now as they play for the biggest prize in soccer. So, which teams made it to the World Cup Quarterfinals?
Pelé's Lung Infection Update: Brazil Legend Still Hospitalized, But There's a Major Improvement

Pelé's Lung Infection Update: Brazil Legend Still Hospitalized, But There's a Major Improvement

As Brazil continues its World Cup campaign, the country's most legendary and iconic soccer player, Pele, is in a battle of his own.
World Cup 2026: A Look at the 3 Stadiums in Mexico Hosting the Next World Cup Matches

World Cup 2026: A Look at 3 Stadiums in Mexico Hosting the Next World Cup Matches

While the U.S. has newer stadiums, Mexico certainly has more historical ones. Let's look at the three Mexican stadiums that will host the World Cup matches when it hits North America in 2026.
Colombia: 34 Dead as Bus Gets Caught in a Landslide

Colombia: 34 Dead as Bus Gets Caught in a Landslide

Tragedy has struck Colombia as a landslide hit a bus full of passengers, burying it in mud and rocks as it tumbled down the hillside. The death toll has now reached 34, with many of the survivors injured.
Ex-Miami Congressman David Rivera Arrested for Lobbying on Behalf of Venezuela and Money Laundering

Ex-Miami Congressman David Rivera Arrested for Lobbying on Behalf of Venezuela and Money Laundering

David Rivera, a former Republican Florida representative was arrested in Atlanta for money laundering and representing a foreign government without registering. That foreign government is Venezuela.
Nike Officially Parts Ways With Kyrie Irving Amid Brooklyn Nets Star's Antisemitism Scandal

Nike Officially Parts Ways With Kyrie Irving Amid Brooklyn Nets Star's Antisemitism Scandal

Kyrie Irving was once one of Nike's top shoe sellers. However, after the controversial Brooklyn Nets star posted a Twitter link to an antisemitic documentary, the sports apparel company decided to cut ties with the basketball star.
World Cup Rules Explained: When Could Brazil Face Argentina After Both Teams Advance in Qatar?

World Cup Rules Explained: When Could Brazil Face Argentina After Both Teams Advance in Qatar?

The World Cup Round of 16 continued in Qatar, and Brazil showed why they are one of the favorites with a one-sided demolition of South Korea. Neymar's return was good news for Brazil as they are setting up for a semifinal showdown with Lionel Messi and Argentina.
El Salvador: 10,000 Troops Surround Gang-Run Town as Nayib Bukele Intensifies Gang Crackdown

El Salvador: 10,000 Troops Surround Gang-Run Town as Nayib Bukele Intensifies Gang Crackdown

El Salvador President Nayib Bukele's crackdown on violent gangs intensified as the government sent approximately 10,000 soldiers and police to besiege another town rife with gang activity.
Texas: Missing 7-year-old Girl's Body Found, Fed-Ex Delivery Driver Arrested

Texas: Missing 7-year-old Girl's Body Found, FedEx Delivery Driver Arrested

Just two days after 7-year-old Texas girl Athena Strand was reported missing, her body was found last Friday, leading to the arrest of a FedEx driver.
World Cup: Is Brazil Star Neymar Playing vs. South Korea?

World Cup: Is Brazil Star Neymar Playing vs. South Korea?

The round of 16 of the World Cup finally began, and favorites Brazil will be facing off against surprising South Korea next. However, after missing two straight games, the question remains whether or not Paris Saint-Germaine superstar Neymar will be able to play.
Mega Millions Jackpot Rises to More Than $330 Million for Friday Night's Drawing | Does Your Ticket Match the Winning Numbers?

Mega Millions Jackpot Rises to More Than $330 Million for Friday Night's Drawing | Does Your Ticket Match the Winning Numbers?

The Mega Millions jackpot reached a massive $333 million after nobody won the top prize in the past 14 weeks. Here are the Mega Millions winning numbers for Friday night's drawing.
Donald Trump Suffers Another Legal Defeat as Appeals Court Halts Special Master Review of Mar-a-Lago Documents

Donald Trump Suffers Another Legal Defeat as Appeals Court Halts Special Master Review of Mar-a-Lago Documents

Former President Donald Trump suffered another legal blow as a U.S. appeals court ended the special master's review of documents seized by the FBI at his Mar-a-Lago home in Florida.
U.S. New Stealth Nuclear Bomber, the B-21 Raider, Unveiled by Pentagon

U.S. New Stealth Nuclear Bomber, the B-21 Raider, Unveiled by Pentagon

The Pentagon has revealed a new weapon they have spent years secretly developing for the U.S. Air Force, and it's a new nuclear stealth bomber called the B-21 Raider.
Cuba's New Criminal Code Draws Flak From Human Rights Groups

Cuba's New Criminal Code Draws Flak From Human Rights Groups

The Cuban government passed a new criminal code that is a modified version of the country's 1987 regulations. However, human rights activists have been warning against the law's passage for months.
World Cup Rules Explained: Why Did Uruguay Get Eliminated Despite 2-0 Win vs. Ghana, Having Same Points and Goal Difference as South Korea?

World Cup Rules Explained: Why Did Uruguay Get Eliminated Despite 2-0 Win vs. Ghana, Having Same Points and Goal Difference as South Korea?

It was supposed to be Luis Suarez's final World Cup. However, he and his Uruguay squad got eliminated despite winning their match against Ghana and tying with South Korea. This begs the question... why though?
Christian Pulisic Net Worth: How Rich Is the 'Captain America' of USMNT Who Put on Superhero Performance at World Cup?

Christian Pulisic Net Worth: How Rich Is the 'Captain America' of USMNT Who Put on Superhero Performance at World Cup?

With Canada, Mexico, and Costa Rica already eliminated during the Qatar World Cup, the only North American team left is the USMNT after the heroics of "Captain America" himself, Christian Pulisic, who scored that winning goal against Iran.
Miss Bolivia Stripped of Her Crown Over Racist and Discriminatory Remarks Against Rival Miss Universe 2023 Contestants

Miss Bolivia Stripped of Her Crown After 'Racist and Discriminatory' Remarks Against Rival Miss Universe 2023 Contestants

Miss Bolivia Maria Fernanda Pavisic, who was supposed to represent her country at the Miss Universe 2023 beauty pageant, was stripped of her crown.
Midterm Elections: Republican-held Arizona County Finally Certifies Election Results After Judge's Order

Midterm Elections: Republican-held Arizona County Finally Certifies Election Results After Judge's Order

After officials from the Republican-held Cochise County refused to certify the results of the elections on baseless cheating claims, a judge has ordered them to certify the results that had Democrat Katie Hobbs defeating MAGA darling Kari Lake.
Ime Udoka Cheating Scandal: Nia Long Breaks Long Silence on ‘Heartbreaking’ Ordeal

Ime Udoka Cheating Scandal: Nia Long Breaks Silence on ‘Heartbreaking’ Ordeal

The scandal surrounding suspended Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka has rocked the NBA before the 2022-2023 season even started. Now, actress and Udoka's partner, Nia Long, has finally spoken out about the scandal.
World Cup: Will Neymar Play for Brazil vs. Cameroon? What’s His Injury Status?

World Cup: Will Neymar Play for Brazil vs. Cameroon? What’s His Injury Status?

After a scary ankle injury during their win against Serbia, Brazil's Neymar is undergoing special treatment. However, the question still lingers if he could play against Cameroon for their final Group Stage match at the World Cup.
Argentina Is Traditionally a Soccer-Crazy Nation in South America Like Brazil

Argentina Is Traditionally a Soccer-Crazy Nation in South America Like Brazil

When it comes to soccer in general, the first South American country that usually comes to mind for many is Brazil. However, there is another South American country crazy for "futbol," and that is Argentina.
Notorious Beltran Leyva Cartel Leader 'La Barbie' Mysteriously Vanished From U.S. Federal Prison System; Here's What the BOP Says

Notorious Beltran Leyva Cartel Leader 'La Barbie' Mysteriously Vanished From U.S. Federal Prison System, Here's What the BOP Says

Notorious Beltran Leyva cartel leader Edgar Valdez Villareal, also known as "La Barbie," has mysteriously vanished from the U.S. federal prison system. Here's what the Bureau of Prisons said about it.
Atlantic Hurricane Season Ends After a Bizarre Year with 14 Named Storms

Atlantic Hurricane Season Ends After a Bizarre Year with 14 Named Storms

The Americas and the Caribbean can finally breathe a sigh of relief for several months as 2022's bizarre Atlantic hurricane season finally ended with massive super storms like Ian and Fiona devastating the region.
Jeffrey Epstein Estate Settles with U.S. Virgin Islands, Pay Over $105 Million for Sex Trafficking Case

Jeffrey Epstein Estate Settles with U.S. Virgin Islands, To Pay Over $105 Million for Sex Trafficking Case

Late child sex trafficker and sex offender Jeffrey Epstein was caught up in a sex trafficking case in the U.S. Virgin Islands. Following a settlement, the Epstein estate must now pay more than $105 million.
World Cup Rules Explained: Why Did Mexico Get Eliminated Despite Beating Saudi Arabia, Having the Same Points as Poland?

World Cup Rules Explained: Why Did Mexico Get Eliminated Despite Beating Saudi Arabia, Having the Same Points as Poland?

Argentina advances but Mexico gets eliminated in Group C, while Tunisia upsets defending champions France. While Mexico won their match against Saudi Arabia, they still got eliminated.Why, though?
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