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Egyptian Ambassador Hosts Farewell Party Ahead of Egypt-Iran World Cup Match in Seattle
Ambassador Motaz Zahran welcomed guests at his Washington residence hours before the high-profile group stage match, as a new envoy prepares to assume the post.
Seattle Pride Match Highlights Divide Between Local Organizers and FIFA Over LGBTQ+ Expression at World Cup
FIFA has not endorsed the Seattle host-city committee's "Pride Match" designation for tonight's Iran-Egypt match, creating a distinction between official branding and grassroots celebrations.
Why Belgium's Prime Minister Isn't Cheering on the Red Devils
Bart De Wever, leader of the Flemish nationalist N-VA party, has offered almost no public support for Belgium's national soccer team at the 2026 World Cup.
Progressives See Mixed Outcomes in Primary Races Outside New York
While insurgent candidates scored notable wins in some districts, establishment-backed Democrats prevailed in others during June 23 voting.
Unusual Public Exchange Between Justices Alito and Sotomayor Highlights Supreme Court Tensions as Major Rulings Near
The exchange came after the court issued two major immigration rulings favoring the Trump administration, with more significant decisions expected Monday.
TSA Expects to Screen Nearly 19 Million Air Travelers Over July 4 Weekend
The agency has increased staffing and deployed additional canine teams at host city airports as the holiday coincides with FIFA World Cup matches.
Chuck Todd Says Schumer, Jeffries Couldn't Win a Primary in New York City Right Now
The former 'Meet the Press' host pointed to recent DSA primary victories as evidence of a leftward shift within the Democratic Party.
SNAP Advocate Defends Food Benefits Coverage for Soda in House Oversight Hearing With GOP Lawmaker
Rep. Brandon Gill pressed Gina Plata-Nino of the Food Research and Action Center on whether taxpayer-funded benefits should cover sugary drinks during a subcommittee hearing on program waste.
Texas State Board Approves Bible History Curriculum for Public Schools
The vote affects more than 5 million students and builds on a recent state law requiring Ten Commandments postings in every classroom.
NYC Mayor Mamdani Approves Rent Freeze For 1 Million Stabilized Apartments
The 7-1 vote by the Rent Guidelines Board locks in zero rent increases for two years, affecting nearly half of all renter-occupied units in New York City.