⚡ News Roundup: 147 Stories from 16 Outlets — Past 3h (as of 6:00 PM ET, Jul 3)

Argentina v Cape Verde: World Cup 2026 last 32 – live — The Guardian, 5:54 PM ET ⚽️ Kick-off time: 6pm local/8am AEST/11pm BST⚽️ Egypt edge Australia on penalties | Mail TomLionel Messi will play in his 30th World Cup match tonight, extending his record for the most by a men’s pl…

Watch the full shootout as Egypt hold nerve to make World Cup last 16 — BBC Sport, 5:54 PM ET Egypt defeat Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage, and make it through to the last 16.

‘None of that is OK’: Caitlin Clark speaks out against online abuse of WNBA players — The Guardian, 5:54 PM ET Mercury’s Thomas got death threats after foul on Clark‘Disservice to league’ for fallout to engulf media coverageSign up for the WNBA 30 weekly newsletterIndiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark condemned h…

UPS Did Not Tell Inspectors to Check Failed Part in Louisville Crash — New York Times, 5:53 PM ET Inspectors were not instructed to check a bearing that Boeing, the plane’s manufacturer, had identified as faulty, but the shipping company says Boeing never required the enhanced checks.

Lakers sending Ayton to the Wizards for Hardy and 2 second-round picks, AP source says — Yahoo Sports, 5:52 PM ET Deandre Ayton is being traded from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Washington Wizards, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The Lakers have agreed to send Ayton to Washington for Jaden Har…

Salah's Panenka helps Egypt edge Australia in shootout — Yahoo Sports, 5:51 PM ET Mohamed Salah scores Panenka as Egypt beat Australia in a penalty shootout to reach World Cup last 16.

Egypt into last 16 after shootout victory against Australia — BBC Sport, 5:45 PM ET Egypt defeated Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage and set up a last-16 tie with either Argentina or Cape Verde.

UPS Did Not Tell Inspectors to Check Failed Part in Louisville Crash — 5:53 PM ET Inspectors were not instructed to check a bearing that Boeing, the plane’s manufacturer, had identified as faulty, but the shipping company says Boeing never required the enhanced checks.

How the Heat Is Upending Plans for America’s 250th Birthday — 5:12 PM ET A parade in Philadelphia, one of the largest in its history, was canceled on Friday, and the Great American State Fair on the National Mall in Washington closed for several hours.

As Heat Suffocates Washington DC, Calls to Emergency Medical Services Climb — 5:00 PM ET Near 100-degree temperatures were expected to continue as medical workers prepared for more heat-related illnesses during celebrations of the nation’s 250th anniversary.

Blistering Heat Is Expected to Linger Through Weekend — 4:49 PM ET While relief could come to the Great Lakes and parts of the Northeast over the weekend, the Mid-Atlantic and Southeast will stay hot.

Enraptured by the World Cup, Countries Rewrite Rules for Fans — 4:21 PM ET From pubs open until dawn to abruptly declared national holidays, it seems regulations everywhere are bending to accommodate the tournament.

Pilot Was Bitten by Bat After Swarm Invaded Hotel Room, Lawsuit Says — 4:04 PM ET A pilot, who was treated for possible rabies exposure, sued Marriott International, claiming his Denver hotel failed to offer him a new room after he woke up to a swarm of bats last year.

Trump to Speak at Mount Rushmore at 250th Anniversary Event — 3:51 PM ET It’s not the first time the president has made a big speech at the monument.

Oppressive Heat Alters Plans for 250th Celebrations in Washington — 3:49 PM ET The 100-degree-plus heat that has enveloped the nation’s capital shut down the Great American State Fair until 5 p.m. on Friday.

Making a Cake for America’s 250th Birthday — 3:29 PM ET In her quest to mark the nation’s 250th with a unifying dessert, Grace Pak had to navigate the pitfalls of a polarized Washington.

David S. Doty, Judge Who Helped Shape the Modern N.F.L., Dies at 96 — 3:21 PM ET He presided over the 1993 agreement that led to free agency and the salary cap, and for years oversaw the league’s disputes with its players.

Once the Centerpiece of Celebration, a Faded Declaration Recedes — 3:01 PM ET Sunlight and abuse have taken a toll on the document, encased in bulletproof glass. But the Trump administration “hasn’t put much emphasis on it,” a former archivist notes.

How to walk 30 minutes a day - your tips after NHS reward scheme announced — 5:31 PM ET From walking the dog before breakfast to getting off the bus a stop early, readers share their tips for building a daily walking habit.

Starmer tells of 'intensely personal' decision to quit and warns Burnham in first interview since resigning — 5:26 PM ET In an untypically candid interview, the outgoing PM tells the BBC it was "really tough" to accept his political career was over.

Anguished families left to identify Venezuela quake victims at makeshift morgue — 5:00 PM ET The disaster has overwhelmed local services, with bodies put outside or in tents for identification.

Security staff strikes averted at Aberdeen Airport — 4:51 PM ET The strikes, involving baggage screening staff, were due begin on Monday with the Unite union warning of "significant delays".

England, Mexico & Fifa in talks over kick-off time — 4:44 PM ET England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico is set to be moved to 19:00 BST on Sunday.

England, Mexico & Fifa in talks over kick-off time — 4:44 PM ET England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico is set to be moved to 19:00 BST on Sunday.

Williams sisters earmarked for doubles on Saturday — 4:19 PM ET Serena Williams' planned appearance alongside older sister Venus in the Wimbledon doubles is added to Saturday's order of play.

Two Romanians jailed for stabbing journalist on behalf of Iran regime — 4:18 PM ET The two men will face 12 and eight years in prison for the knife attack in Wimbledon, London in 2024.

Qualifiers eye more shocks after causing Wimbledon upsets — 4:10 PM ET Qualifiers Roman Safiullin and Shintaro Mochizuki set their sights on toppling title challengers Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner after causing huge upsets at Wimbledon.

Woman denies consensual encounter in Top Boy actor rape trial — 3:38 PM ET The woman claims Michael Ward raped her in a car shortly after they met at a nightclub in east London.

Iran begins public mourning for Ayatollah killed in February — 3:03 PM ET Ali Khamenei's body will lie in state in Tehran's Grand Mosalla from Friday ahead of days-long funeral events.

‘A nightmare’: Strugging with the aftermath of Venezuela’s earthquakes — 5:17 PM ET Many survivors are sheltering in tents set up in public parks, after twin earthquakes destroyed rows of buildings.

NASA launches robotic mission to save telescope falling back to Earth — 5:05 PM ET A three-armed spacecraft blasts into orbit to rescue a NASA telescope in danger of crashing back to Earth.

Salah awaits Messi as Egypt beat Australia on penalties at World Cup — 5:05 PM ET Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties after a 1-1 draw after extra time, and could now face Argentina in the last 16.

Massive wildfire spreads in Portugal amid extreme heat and strong wind — 5:01 PM ET A raging wildfire near Vouzela in central Portugal spread across several municipalities, driven by winds and heat

Dutch football association to sue over racist slurs after World Cup exit — 4:58 PM ET The Netherlands' penalty loss to Morocco prompted an outpouring of social media abuse directed notably at Black players.

Is China’s new ethnic unity law a step towards forced assimilation? — 3:59 PM ET The government says the law will help forge a shared national identity.

Mamdani calls for unity on America’s 250th birthday — 3:58 PM ET New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani marked the US's 250th birthday by reflecting on the nation's founding ideals.

US heatwave raises alarms over AI data centre energy demands — 3:48 PM ET US heatwave exposes critical strain on power grids from growing energy demands of AI data centres.

Lebanon-Israel deal betrays ‘victims of war crimes’, rights groups say — 3:27 PM ET Human rights and media freedom organisations warned that the agreement prevents 'recourse to international courts'.

Settlers attack activists, Palestinians trying to access their land — 3:13 PM ET Israeli settlers attacked a foreign activist and another man as they blocked access to Palestinian farmland.

A Belgian diamond group is gifting Trump a lavish ring after that industry won tariff relief — 5:19 PM ET It's a glitzy window into the role that ostentatious – and almost always gilded — gifts are playing by those seeking to curry favor with the U.S. president.

Interpol names 39-year-old woman as suspect in Monaco apartment bombing — 5:11 PM ET Monaco authorities say the bomb was detonated remotely.

Ohio town shocked by 16 kids found living in squalor 'right under our noses' — 4:55 PM ET Just days after authorities removed 16 siblings from a squalid home and arrested their parents and grandparents, the question looms over their southern Ohio village: How could this have happened, for…

Rescue mission launches to save NASA telescope that's falling back to Earth thanks to solar storms — 4:49 PM ET Launched in 2004, Swift is sinking faster than ever because of recent solar storms.

The FBI is directing hundreds of analysts to its investigation of Georgia's 2020 presidential election — 4:42 PM ET Georgia's votes in that year's presidential race were counted three times, including once by hand, and each count affirmed Democrat Joe Biden's win.

Iran prepares for dayslong funeral for late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei — 4:21 PM ET Khamenei's flag-draped coffin sat at Tehran's Grand Mosalla alongside family members killed in the Israeli airstrike that came in the first moments of the war on Feb. 28.

Rare copy of Declaration of Independence found by UK National Archives in papers of captured U.S. privateer ship — 3:43 PM ET The document is one of only 11 known copies of the Exeter printing, made just days after the original was signed in 1776.

WATCH LIVE: A Capitol Fourth – 250th Weekend Celebration — 3:42 PM ET A Capitol Fourth will celebrate the 250th anniversary of the United States Friday with a live broadcast from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol and fireworks from Mount Vernon.

CDC investigates parasite that’s caused cases of ‘explosive’ diarrhea in 18 US states — 5:13 PM ET Parasite cyclospora spreads through produce and water contaminated with feces and causes the intestinal illness cyclosporiasisThe US Centers for Disease Prevention has been working to find the source…

Taylor Swift fans brave the New York heat to be (at least somewhat) near wedding to Travis Kelce — 3:40 PM ET People gather outside Madison Square Garden despite security keeping them from seeing anything noteworthyTaylor Swift’s fans gathered in the heat outside New York’s Madison Square Garden on Friday fo…

‘It’s been surreal’: USMNT’s Folarin Balogun moves on from controversial red card — 3:15 PM ET Striker’s one-match ban will not be increasedBalogun says yellow card would have been fairPepi and Wright among options against BelgiumFolarin Balogun fielded questions on the morning of his 25th bir…

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce fans gather for glimpse of top secret wedding — 5:03 PM ET Superfans and sleuths appear to have their hunches confirmed on Friday, as dozens of black cars dropped off elegantly dressed guests outside of Madison Square Garden in New York City. The wedding bas…

A family steps in to save the dying casino town of Primm, Nevada — 3:55 PM ET Primm, Nev., a once-thriving casino town on the border with California, was on the verge of fading away for good. The family it was named for has stepped in and faces the challenge of reviving it.

Iran plans dayslong funeral for Supreme Leader Khamenei after war death — 3:45 PM ET The country's theocracy hopes to see millions flood the streets of the capital beginning Saturday in scenes reminiscent to the burial of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989.

Pope Leo XIV celebrates America's 250th in Liberty Medal award acceptance speech — 5:23 PM ET Pope Leo XIV celebrated America's 250th birthday during his acceptance speech for the 2026 Liberty Medal award Friday. The award from the National Constitution Center honors one person who “strive[s]…

Venezuela earthquakes deepen rift between GOP hawks and Trump-backed regime — 5:00 PM ET Republicans hawkish on leftist Latin America are warning that Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodríguez must be cut out from accessing robust U.S. assistance to the country, as the Trump administ…

Trump joins Usha Vance’s 'Storytime' podcast, reading on presidents and sports — 4:26 PM ET President Trump made a guest appearance on second lady Usha Vance’s children’s podcast, where he read a picture book about U.S. presidents while offering unscripted commentary on his presidential pre…

Trump may weigh pardon for Diddy while granting clemency to pollution violators — 4:12 PM ET President Trump announced Friday that he has pardoned several people convicted in federal vehicle emissions cases and is reportedly considering pardons for celebrities, including for rapper Sean “Did…

Bessent brushes off critics of Trump's crypto haul — 4:03 PM ET Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is brushing off criticism against President Trump for raking in more than $1 billion in cryptocurrency profits while in the White House. “I don’t think there’s an app…

Wes Moore: Trump on July 4 has 'tried to make this moment about him' — 3:53 PM ET Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) on Friday criticized President Trump’s decision to hold a July Fourth rally on the National Mall during a heat wave in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area. “I think th…

Justice Department urges states to probe possible gas price gouging — 3:36 PM ET The Justice Department on Friday called on states to “use all tools available” to investigate whether oil companies and individuals are intentionally inflating gas prices amid complaints from Preside…

Wes Moore on democratic socialist gains: Voters want 'someone who is going to fight for them' — 3:14 PM ET Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) on Friday argued the recent rise in democratic socialist candidates stems from an appetite within the Democratic Party for fighters, but not necessarily for direct challen…

Live updates: Great American State Fair closes for afternoon amid searing heat — 3:01 PM ET The Great American State Fair on the National Mall has closed for the afternoon, as the mercury climbed to 102 degrees with a heat index above 110. "The safety and well-being of our guests, volunteer…

Spot the pol! — 5:15 PM ET Study the photograph carefully. Only the political figure is missing. Guess who it is.

How sports diplomacy for a dead empire built a World Cup underdog — 4:15 PM ET The Jogos da Lusofonia was supposed to be junior varsity Olympics glue for ex-Portuguese colonies. Instead it seeded Cape Verde’s improbable rise.

Trump holds the golden tickets — 3:55 PM ET Ten passes to the World Cup final, care of Gianni Infantino — a repeat offering that’s turning MetLife Stadium into Washington’s hottest invite.

Lakers sending Ayton to the Wizards for Hardy and 2 second-round picks, AP source says — 5:52 PM ET Deandre Ayton is being traded from the Los Angeles Lakers to the Washington Wizards, according to a person with knowledge of the deal. The Lakers have agreed to send Ayton to Washington for Jaden Har…

Salah's Panenka helps Egypt edge Australia in shootout — 5:51 PM ET Mohamed Salah scores Panenka as Egypt beat Australia in a penalty shootout to reach World Cup last 16.

Yankees injuries: Rodón on IL, Grisham and McMahon activated — 5:45 PM ET Two players return to the active roster, but a valuable pitcher heads to the IL himself.

Pittsburgh Pirates vs. Washington Nationals: Mitch Keller vs. Foster Griffin — 5:45 PM ET The Pirates are on the road looking to grab a win today.

World Cup: Marmoush's Egpyt make Round of 16 after shootout triumph — 5:45 PM ET Omar Marmoush started in Arlington at the Dallas Stadium as his side were forced to extra time as the game finished 1-1 after 90 minutes with no more goals coming in the additional 30.The Soccerroos…

Steelers Hoping Aaron Rodgers Can Outrun 'Father Time' One Last Time — 5:44 PM ET Aaron Rodgers reunites with Mike McCarthy, but PFF’s ranking suggests the Pittsburgh Steelers may be betting on fading magic.

Celtics star Jayson Tatum shares Jaylen Brown farewell post: Continue to be special — 5:44 PM ET After nine fruitful years, the on-court partnership between Boston Celtics stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown has ended.

England and Mexico locked in talks with Fifa over earlier kick-off time move — 5:43 PM ET England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico is set to be moved to 19:00 BST on Sunday.

The Mat Ryan gamble that failed spectacularly as Egypt beat Australia on penalties — 5:43 PM ET Australia 1-1 Egypt (2-4 pens): Ryan was brought off the bench in the last minute to go in goal for the shootout but failed to save a single penalty as the Socceroos crashed out of the World Cup

World Cup 2026 TV schedule: How to watch every knockout game live in the UK — 5:39 PM ET The last-32 matches are all free-to-air on the BBC and ITV

Steelers install new grass field at Acrisure Stadium after NFLPA survey graded previous surface poorly — 5:39 PM ET The previous field at Acrisure Stadium received an F-minus grade in the NFLPA report cards and was called "borderline unplayable" by Aaron Rodge

Mexico boss Javier Aguirre left furious with FIFA as England kick-off time seemingly changed — 5:38 PM ET Mexico head coach Javier Aguirre has seemingly confirmed that their FIFA World Cup Round of 16 game against England has been moved six hours earlier due to expected thunderstorms

Norway pin hopes on Haaland against Brazil in World Cup last 16 — 5:38 PM ET Erling Haaland has feasted on defences throughout the World Cup, and Norway will need their talismanic striker at his ruthless best if they are to topple Brazil in Sunday's last-16 clash.You have see…

🎥 How keen is he? Klopp reacts to Germany job question — 5:37 PM ET Following Julian Nagelsmann’s resignation, football Germany is asking whether the top candidate to succeed him, Jürgen Klopp, is actually considering the job as national team coach. What still need...

Dallas Correa named Rainbows’ associate head baseball coach — 5:36 PM ET After three years as the Milwaukee Brewers’ minor league catching coordinator, there was only one other place Dallas Correa would rather coach. “Home,” said Correa, who will be the University of Hawa…

Ranking the 'realistic destinations' for LeBron James based on Rich Paul's white board: 76ers and Warriors lead the way — 5:35 PM ET Rich Paul's whiteboard gave an indication of which teams LeBron James is considering, so which destinations are most realistic now?

Roma-Paulo Dybala contract agreement complete — 5:35 PM ET Paulo Dybala and Roma are ready to continue together. Over the course of the last few months the Argentine has been at the center of several transfer rumors, with his entourage overseeing discussions…

Larne defeat Coleraine in Charity Shield shootout — 5:34 PM ET Larne defeat Coleraine 3-2 on penalties to win the Charity Shield after the game at Inver Park ended in a goalless draw.

Larne defeat Coleraine on penalties to lift Charity Shield — 5:34 PM ET Larne beat Coleraine 3-2 in a penalty shootout at Inver Park after the Charity Shield game between the sides ends in a goalless draw.

'It's history': Salah's Egypt reach World Cup last 16 on penalties — 5:34 PM ET Mohamed Salah contributed with a Panenka effort as Egypt beat Australia 4-2 on penalties on Friday to reach the last 16 of the World Cup. The Pharaos converted all their spot kicks while Harry Soutta…

Egypt edge Australia on penalties to reach World Cup last 16 — 5:34 PM ET Mohamed Salah scored the coolest of penalties as Egypt made history by beating Australia 4-2 on spot-kicks to reach the World Cup last 16 on Friday."It's history," said Salah, who was emotional after…

LeBron James would be going to Knicks ‘if they hadn’t won NBA Finals’ — 5:34 PM ET If the Knicks wouldn’t have won the 2026 NBA Finals, LeBron James would be headed to New York City. But the Knicks did win the title — emphatically, in a five-game gentleman’s sweep of Victor Wembany…

2027 WR Chuck Alexander Jr. flips from Louisville to Iowa State — 5:33 PM ET Jimmy Rogers has landed the 24th commitment of the 2027 class in Charles “Chuck” Alexander Jr., a native of Cincinnati, Ohio. Following a June camp in Ames, the Withrow University High School Tiger f…

Jayson Tatum bids farewell to Jaylen Brown after Celtics-Sixers blockbuster trade: 'Forever grateful' — 5:31 PM ET Tatum and Brown defined Celtics basketball for nine years.

2026 UNC Football Breakdown: RB Demon June — 5:30 PM ET Demon June gave UNC’s offense a spark in 2025. Here’s how the explosive tailback fits into UNC’s backfield plans for 2026.

LeBron James made a mistake by leaving Pistons off his whiteboard list — 5:30 PM ET It looks like LeBron James will not be joining the Detroit Pistons, his agent Rich Paul revealed on a whiteboard. But is that a mistake?

LeBron James made a mistake by leaving Pistons off his whiteboard list — 5:30 PM ET It looks like LeBron James will not be joining the Detroit Pistons, his agent Rich Paul revealed on a whiteboard. But is that a mistake?

LeBron James made a mistake by leaving Pistons off his whiteboard list — 5:30 PM ET It looks like LeBron James will not be joining the Detroit Pistons, his agent Rich Paul revealed on a whiteboard. But is that a mistake?

Reactions from Penguins development scrimmage — 5:30 PM ET The thing about July hockey, in a 3v3 format, with 90s and 2000’s songs pumped in over the PA system is that there are plenty of reminders that what you’re witnessing isn’t meant to be the most conse…

Reserve, sub package role likely best route for Raiders’ Isaiah Pola-Mao — 5:30 PM ET Safety rarely came off the field last season but Las Vegas improved depth, expect competition to be fierce this offseason

Rice likely to be available for England v Mexico — 5:29 PM ET Declan Rice is likely to be available to start England's World Cup tie against Mexico despite an ongoing injury issue.

MVP runner-up Drake Maye barely makes top 10 in PFF's QB rankings — 5:29 PM ET Drake Maye's spot in the latest PFF quarterback rankings might surprise some Patriots fans.

4-star athlete Xavier Sabb picks Oregon over Tennessee football in 2027 class — 5:28 PM ET Xavier Sabb, a four-star athlete in the 2027 recruiting class, chose Oregon over Tennessee, LSU and UCLA.

4-star athlete Xavier Sabb picks Oregon over Tennessee football in 2027 class — 5:28 PM ET Xavier Sabb, a four-star athlete in the 2027 recruiting class, chose Oregon over Tennessee, LSU and UCLA.

ISCO Championship 2026: Who's in PGA Tour's alternate event field at Hurstbourne? — 5:28 PM ET The alternate event to next week's Scottish Open is the ISCO Championship. Here's the full field of players making the trek to Louisville.

Guardians lineup, live score updates vs. White Sox in division showdown — 5:26 PM ET Follow along here as the Guardians and White Sox, tied atop the AL Central entering July 3, play for the divisional lead at Progressive Field.

What time is Mexico vs. England? FIFA considering time change for Round of 16 game due to weather — 5:26 PM ET One of the most highly-anticipated 2026 World Cup matches yet might be played at a new time due to weather.

Gillingham sign keepers Wright and MacLorg — 5:26 PM ET Gillingham sign goalkeeper Ollie Wright on a season-long loan from Southampton and fellow shot-stopper Lennon MacLorg.

Latest mock draft links Pirates to a blazing-fast prep slugger with pick No. 5 — 5:25 PM ET The Mississippi HS outfielder could be a great pick.

Jerry Jones could land Maxx Crosby in blockbuster trade involving George Pickens — 5:25 PM ET A hypothetical Cowboys trade idea sends George Pickens and a first-round pick to the Las Vegas Raiders for star Maxx Crosby to fix their struggling defense.

NCAA's 5-for-5 rule could create a new NIL problem — 5:25 PM ET Will the NCAA's 5-for-5 rule solve college football's NIL issues? Texas A&M could benefit, but hidden challenges remain.

’Just Scratching the Surface’ — Why Patriots Phenom Drake Maye Is the Ultimate Franchise Cornerstone — 5:25 PM ET PFN’s Football Debate Club asked who you would want to build an NFL franchise around. Drake Maye is the quarterback to build around in 2026, and the case does not require pretending he has already pa…

ADCC 2026 fight card: 3 ADCC champs out, no UFC BJJ champs, but wanted rape suspect still in? — 5:25 PM ET There are some notable absences in the official ADCC 2026 list, and one very controversial invite.

Nottingham Forest sign London City Lionesses defender Brown — 5:25 PM ET Nottingham Forest have completed the signing of London City Lionesses defender Cerys Brown on a two-year deal.WSL Full-Time were informed of the news via an official club press release from The Trick…

Crawley sign Bromley midfielder Arthurs — 5:24 PM ET Crawley Town sign midfielder Jude Arthurs on a free transfer from League Two champions Bromley.

7 Somerset County athletes garner all-state baseball accolades — 5:23 PM ET Check out the 7 Somerset County baseball players who earned all-state honors in 2026.

Mike Vrabel Stuns by Showing Up With Wife Jen to Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift’s Star-Studded Wedding — 5:23 PM ET New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel’s alleged relationship with former NFL reporter Dianna Russini has dominated the NFL offseason. It has produced various photos, leaked details, and public…

Ryan Mendes allegations, explained: What to know about rape investigation concerning Cape Verde captain — 5:23 PM ET As Cape Verde prepares for its huge World Cup showdown with Argentina, there is an off-field focus on captain Ryan Mendes

OFFICIALLY OFFICIAL: Juventus Women hire USMNT assistant Isaac Guerrero as new manager — 5:22 PM ET After weeks of waiting, the Bianconere have officially brought their new boss aboard.

Watch the full shootout as Egypt hold nerve to make World Cup last 16 — 5:54 PM ET Egypt defeat Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage, and make it through to the last 16.

Egypt into last 16 after shootout victory against Australia — 5:45 PM ET Egypt defeated Australia on penalties to claim their first ever win in the World Cup knockout stage and set up a last-16 tie with either Argentina or Cape Verde.

'I decided last minute!' - Salah on Panenka penalty — 5:31 PM ET Mo Salah explains it was a last-minute decision to "Panenka" his penalty for Egypt after they beat Australia in a shootout to progress to the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

'I decided last minute!' - Salah on Panenka penalty — 5:31 PM ET Mo Salah explains it was a last-minute decision to "Panenka" his penalty for Egypt after they beat Australia in a shootout to progress to the last 16 of the 2026 World Cup.

'History for The Pharaohs' - Egypt celebrate after scoring winning penalty — 5:27 PM ET Egypt celebrate as they win a World Cup knockout match for the first time after beating Australia 4-2 on penalties in Dallas to reach the last 16.

Liverpool open to Van Dijk offers - Saturday's gossip — 5:01 PM ET Virgil van Dijk's Liverpool future appears a little uncertain with the club prepared to listen to offers for him, Fulham keen on West Ham winger Crysencio Summerville while Inter Milan want Chelsea c…

England, Mexico & Fifa in talks over kick-off time — 4:44 PM ET England's World Cup last-16 tie with Mexico is set to be moved to 19:00 BST on Sunday.

Williams sisters earmarked for doubles on Saturday — 4:19 PM ET Serena Williams' planned appearance alongside older sister Venus in the Wimbledon doubles is added to Saturday's order of play.

Qualifiers eye more shocks after causing Wimbledon upsets — 4:10 PM ET Qualifiers Roman Safiullin and Shintaro Mochizuki set their sights on toppling title challengers Novak Djokovic and Jannik Sinner after causing huge upsets at Wimbledon.

Sabalenka beats Ostapenko to set up blockbuster Osaka meeting — 3:06 PM ET Aryna Sabalenka battles past Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko to set up a blockbuster fourth-round match against Naomi Osaka at Wimbledon.

Slim hopes: Will anyone deny Pogacar fifth Tour title? — 3:06 PM ET Tadej Pogacar's new hairstyle makes the cycling superstar look rather like US rap star Eminem. As the Tour de France begins in Barcelona, will his rivals please stand up?

Sabalenka into round four after comfortable win against Ostapenko — 3:01 PM ET Aryna Sabalenka remains on course for her first Wimbledon singles title after she beats Latvia's Jelena Ostapenko in straight sets to reach the last 16 at SW19.

2026 FIFA World Cup bracket, results, scores: Round of 32 results, round of 16 matchups, path to the final — 4:56 PM ET The first phase of the tournament is over and the teams will now meet for the round of 32

Argentina vs. Cape Verde odds, prediction: 2026 World Cup Round of 32 picks by expert on 16-6 run — 4:10 PM ET SportsLine's Martin Green reveals his Argentina vs. Cape Verde best bets for their knockout stage match in the FIFA World Cup 2026 on Friday as Messi and Vozinha battle

USMNT's Folarin Balogun reacts as FIFA confirms one game World Cup red card ban: 'It's been a rollercoaster' — 3:58 PM ET Balogun was shown a red card midway through the second half of the USMNT's 2-0 win over Bosnia and Herzegovina on Wednesday and will miss Monday's round of 16 clash with Belgium

2026 World Cup parlay, best bets: Top picks for matches on Friday include Argentina-Cape Verde — 3:53 PM ET SportsLine's team of experts have revealed their World Cup parlay and soccer predictions for Friday's matches

Jaylen Brown says there was 'lack of respect' from Celtics, exclaims 'The Process is back' after 76ers trade — 3:53 PM ET Brown spoke for nearly an hour during a live stream after he was shockingly dealt to Philadelphia

Has the USMNT actually proven anything yet at the expanded World Cup? — 3:44 PM ET Mauricio Pochettino has the USMNT winning a knockout round for the first time in 24 years, but a looming clash with Belgium will define this tournament's success

England vs. Mexico World Cup kickoff time could be changed due to weather threat, per multiple reports — 3:38 PM ET The round of 16 blockbuster at Estadio Azteca could kick off earlier than scheduled to avoid severe storms in Mexico City

HQ PM Newsletter 7/3/2026 — 3:30 PM ET What to watch Friday night: Argentina vs Cape Verde, MLB + more best bets

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Argentina vs Cape Verde, Colombia vs Ghana, MLB and more — 3:30 PM ET Find best bets and props for the biggest games in sports on Friday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts

Argentina v Cape Verde: World Cup 2026 last 32 – live — 5:54 PM ET ⚽️ Kick-off time: 6pm local/8am AEST/11pm BST⚽️ Egypt edge Australia on penalties | Mail TomLionel Messi will play in his 30th World Cup match tonight, extending his record for the most by a men’s pl…

‘None of that is OK’: Caitlin Clark speaks out against online abuse of WNBA players — 5:54 PM ET Mercury’s Thomas got death threats after foul on Clark‘Disservice to league’ for fallout to engulf media coverageSign up for the WNBA 30 weekly newsletterIndiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark condemned h…

Shootout heartbreak leaves Socceroos still searching for elusive World Cup knockout win | Jack Snape — 5:17 PM ET Following their painful defeat on penalties to Egypt, there is a nagging suspicion Australia may not get a better chance to break their duck Lucas Herrington did not deserve to be the face of this pa…

Egypt reach World Cup last 16 in shootout as Australia’s goalkeeper gamble backfires — 5:03 PM ET Hossam Abdelmaguid puffed out his cheeks, steadied himself, began his run up with exaggerated slowness, checked and then sent Mat Ryan the wrong way. He ran off to the corner, ripping off his shirt,…

Concerns raised about Jonathan Morgan prior to Maddy Cusack’s death, inquest told — 4:46 PM ET Former Sheffield United player Nina Wilson ‘tried to escalate concerns’Morgan to give evidence to inquest on MondayThe former Sheffield United goalkeeper Nina Wilson has told an inquest that she had…

Prince William Joins ‘New Heights’ Podcast on Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce’s Wedding Day — 4:28 PM ET Travis Kelce posted a surprise “New Heights” interview with Prince William on Friday, the day he’s set to get married to his popstar fiancé Taylor Swift at New York’s Madison Square Garden. “We thoug…

22 Best Movies New to Streaming in July: ‘Project Hail Mary,’ ‘Devil Wears Prada 2,’ ‘The Drama,’ ‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ and More — 4:20 PM ET The summer box office is getting two of the year’s biggest films this month thanks to Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” and “Spider-Man: Brand New Day.” But the streamers are also rolling out some 20…

AI ‘Organisms’ Come Alive in Kuala Lumpur as Dutch Artist Unveils Immersive Show — 3:40 PM ET Digital lifeforms are taking over Kuala Lumpur. “Algorithmic Organisms 2.0,” an AI-driven immersive audiovisual exhibition from Dutch artist Ray Tijssen, opened at The Grey Box, GMBB Kuala Lumpur, ah…

Kjell Nilsson, Who Played Lord Humungus in ‘Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior’, Dies at 76 — 3:20 PM ET Kjell Nilsson, the Swedish bodybuilder and actor who played the masked bruiser Lord Humungus in George Miller’s 1982 classic “Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior,” died on July 2 after four years of kidney c…

Dustin Hoffman Emotionally Accepts Karlovy Vary Award, Says Filmmaking Makes Him ‘Feel Alive’: ‘Grateful to Have Had the Opportunity to Do What I Love’ — 3:17 PM ET Legendary American actor Dustin Hoffman recalled his decades-spanning career while accepting the Crystal Globe for Outstanding Artistic Contribution to World Cinema at the opening ceremony of the 60t…

Behind the ‘Supergirl’ Bomb: Competing Cuts, Creative Differences (Exclusive) — 5:23 PM ET For months, DC Studios knew the film wasn't working. Things came to a head in March when the studio tested its own cut against one from filmmaker Craig Gillespie.

Where to Watch Argentina vs. Cape Verde World Cup Match Live Online — 4:00 PM ET The Round of 32 matchup will be held at Miami Stadium on Friday, July 3.

Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce Wedding Arrivals at Madison Square Garden: Watch the Live Stream — 3:41 PM ET It's not the Oscars, but it looks like it could be.

Malta Film Commissioner Johann Grech Has an Ambitious Plan to Lure More Blockbusters: A Land Sea Super Stage — 3:23 PM ET The chief of Malta’s film operations sits for an interview with THR to discuss the latest developments with a soundstage construction project and why he named his dog after Ridley Scott.

30 Fun Things to Do in N.Y.C. in July — 4:33 PM ET This month brings the nation’s 250th birthday bash, “Les Miserables,” Mark Morris, the World Cup final, Jay-Z at Yankee Stadium and nine nights of Bon Jovi.

A Return to the Familiar at Lincoln Center’s New Dance Festival — 3:04 PM ET While it was good to see again Rachid Ouramdane’s moving duet from a decade ago, Akram Khan’s new piece was unconvincing.

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