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  1. June 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    … They next face Belgium at the same ​venue on June 21 before taking on Egypt in Seattle ⁠on June 26. …

    Iran threatens to stop World Cup games if faced with unauthorised flags or slogans
  3. Citizen Digital

    … Iran are in Group G and will play New Zealand and Belgium in Los Angeles on June 15 and 21, followed by a game against Egypt in Seattle on June 26.

    Iran World Cup team heads to Mexico as US visa row rages
  4. Citizen Digital

    … They will play further group matches against Belgium, also in LA, and Egypt in Seattle.

    US confirms Iranian footballers granted visas for World Cup
  5. Citizen Digital

    … They open with two games in Los Angeles, against against New Zealand on 15 June and Belgium on 21 June, and play Egypt on 27 June in Seattle.

    Iran squad hand passports to US embassy for visa approval
  6. May 2026
  7. Citizen Digital

    … Nippon ⁠Paper Industries (3863.T), opens new tab, Japan’s second-biggest paper manufacturer by sales, acquired the Longview plant from Seattle-based timber ⁠company ​Weyerhaeuser (WY.N), opens new tab for $225 million and established ​the wholly owned subsidiary Nippon Dynawave P …

    Eleven confirmed dead in Washington state chemical accident, all bodies recovered
  8. Citizen Digital

    … "The biggest thing is it gives our family options," said William Hunnewell, a 41-year-old based in Seattle who applied earlier this year and expects a response in nine months to ​a year. …

    Canada's broader citizenship rules draw strong American interest
  9. Citizen Digital

    … They open their campaign against New Zealand on June 15 and will then face Belgium on June 21 before rounding off their group games against Egypt in Seattle on June 26. …

    Iran move World Cup base from US to Mexico
  10. Citizen Digital

    … They will then face Belgium in the same city, and round off their group matches against Egypt in Seattle. …

    Iran to play Mali in second pre-World Cup friendly in Turkey
  11. Citizen Digital

    … as made arrangements so that the host country will provide the necessary cooperation to teams like Iran in this area." Iran are scheduled to open their Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on June 15, before facing Belgium in the same city and then Egypt in Seattle …

    Iran 'very confident' about World Cup protocols: federation vice-president
  12. Citizen Digital

    … They are due to kick off their World Cup campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on 15 June, before facing Belgium in the same city and then Egypt in Seattle, in Group G.

    Iran have 'constructive' meeting with FIFA over World Cup preparations

Monday 2 November

  1. Sifuna embarks on two-week US diaspora engagement tour

    Nairobi Senator Edwin Sifuna is scheduled to tour the United States from November 20 to December 4 to engage Kenyans in the diaspora on leadership, economic transformation and Kenya's future, visiting cities including Allentown, Washington DC, Dallas, Houston, Seattle and California.

    2 November 2026 · Capital News →

Thursday 29 October

  1. Kenyan national arrested in US for overstaying visa

    U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrested Stanley Robert Kungu Muthee, a Kenyan employed by Washington State's Department of Children, Youth, and Families, on allegations that he overstayed his visa and remained in the United States unlawfully. Muthee entered the country on a B-2 tourist visa on February 6, 2019, and did not leave when required.

    29 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 5 October

  1. US arrests woman accused of spying for China

    A 34-year-old woman was arrested by the FBI at Los Angeles airport while attempting to depart for China. She is accused of acting as an unregistered agent of China and surveilling Taiwan's President Lai Ching-te's son and his family, including filming their home and vehicles, while reporting information to Chinese handlers.

    5 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. US arrests woman accused of spying for China on Taiwan president's family

    A 34-year-old woman was arrested at Los Angeles International Airport on Sunday accused of acting as an unregistered agent of China and surveilling Taiwan President Lai Ching-te's son and family in the United States, including filming their home and vehicles and reporting information to Chinese officials. The Taiwanese president's office said the case constituted "transnational repression," while the US FBI director warned that "America is no longer a safe place to run your espionage operations."

    5 October 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 2 October

  1. Belgium coach gives no guarantees to Lukaku for Turkey match

    Belgium coach Mark van Bommel said he could not guarantee Romelu Lukaku playing time against Turkey on Friday, despite the 33-year-old's limited involvement in his first two matches in charge. Van Bommel stated the decision depends on what the team needs in particular phases or situations.

    2 October 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 30 September

  1. NBA to pick new Las Vegas team owner imminently

    The NBA will choose owners for a new Las Vegas team "in the very near future," with a $12-13 billion price tag for franchise rights plus arena costs. Three bidders remain on the shortlist, including Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie, Canadian billionaire Steve Apostolopoulos, and Vegas Golden Knights owner Bill Foley.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. NBA near decision on new $12–13 billion Las Vegas franchise

    The NBA will choose owners for a new Las Vegas team "in the very near future," with franchise rights priced at $12–13 billion plus arena costs, according to ESPN. Three bidders remain on the shortlist, including Walmart heiress Nancy Walton Laurie, Canadian billionaire Steve Apostolopoulos, and Vegas Golden Knights owner Bill Foley, with the expansion expected by December and potentially operational by 2028.

    30 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Sunday 13 September

  1. OpenAI CEO says company will not go public in 2026

    Sam Altman told Fortune that OpenAI will not go public this year, citing safety concerns over artificial intelligence as the reason for the delay. The company has not announced an official IPO date, though both OpenAI and rival Anthropic have filed confidential IPO documents with US regulators and are targeting valuations approaching $1 trillion.

    13 September 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Tuesday 7 July

  1. US coach Pochettino rejects Balogun row as World Cup exit excuse

    US head coach Mauricio Pochettino said he was disappointed by backlash over Folarin Balogun's clearance to play but insisted it was not an excuse for the US's World Cup elimination by Belgium. The US lost 4-1 to Belgium in the round-of-16 after Balogun, who had been cleared by FIFA following a red card appeal, featured in the match.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Pochettino dismisses Balogun row as excuse for US World Cup loss

    US coach Mauricio Pochettino said he was disappointed by backlash over Folarin Balogun's eligibility but insisted it was no excuse for the team's 4-1 round-of-16 loss to Belgium, accusing critics of mixing politics with FIFA's decision.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Spain beats Portugal 1-0, ends Ronaldo's World Cup hopes

    Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 on Monday to advance to the quarter-finals, with Mikel Merino scoring in stoppage time. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup dream in his sixth tournament appearance.

    7 July 2026 · The Standard →

  4. Vietnam police arrest 85 in $133 million World Cup betting bust

    Vietnamese police arrested 85 people linked to two "exceptionally large-scale" betting rings worth a combined $133 million, as the government cracks down on illegal gambling during the World Cup. Online gambling is banned in Vietnam, but illegal operations flourish, prompting periodic clampdowns especially during international sporting events.

    7 July 2026 · The Standard →

  5. Spain defeats Portugal 1-0, advances to World Cup quarters

    Spain beat Portugal 1-0 in a round-of-16 match on Monday, with substitute Mikel Merino scoring in stoppage time. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup campaign and sends Spain to the quarter-finals, where they will face either the United States or Belgium.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  6. Spain edges Portugal in World Cup round of 16

    Spain defeated Portugal 1-0 on Monday to advance to the quarter-finals, with midfielder Mikel Merino scoring the winner in stoppage time. The victory ends Cristiano Ronaldo's World Cup campaign, with the Portuguese captain playing in his sixth edition of the tournament.

    7 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 6 July

  1. Trump asked FIFA to review Balogun red card decision

    President Trump confirmed he asked FIFA boss Gianni Infantino to review the red card handed to US striker Folarin Balogun, stating he did not think it was a foul and did not request it be overturned, only reviewed.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Trump asked FIFA boss to review Balogun red card decision

    US President Donald Trump confirmed he asked FIFA boss Gianni Infantino to review the red card issued to US striker Folarin Balogun, saying he did not think it was a foul and characterizing it as two players colliding while running at full speed.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. USA face Belgium for World Cup quarter-final spot

    The United States play Belgium on Monday for a place in the World Cup quarter-finals. USA striker Folarin Balogun, who received a straight red card in the previous round, has had his one-game ban suspended after Donald Trump intervened with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  4. USA faces Belgium in World Cup quarter-final after Balogun ban suspended

    The United States will face Belgium on Monday in a World Cup quarter-final match in Seattle. US striker Folarin Balogun, who had received a straight red card for stepping on an opponent's foot in the previous round and faced a one-game ban under FIFA rules, has had his ban suspended after Donald Trump intervened with FIFA chief Gianni Infantino.

    6 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 3 July

  1. Egypt coach unsure if Salah starts World Cup knockout match

    Egypt coach Hossam Hassan cast doubt on whether Mohamed Salah will start their World Cup last-32 fixture with Australia on Friday following a hamstring problem. Salah was forced off in the 57th minute of Egypt's final group game against Iran a week prior.

    3 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 2 July

  1. Belgium coach praises Tielemans penalty in World Cup comeback

    Belgium coach Rudi Garcia hailed captain Youri Tielemans after the midfielder's penalty in the 125th minute completed a 3-2 comeback victory over Senegal in the World Cup last 32 on Wednesday. Senegal led by two goals with five minutes remaining before Belgium staged a dramatic fightback through strikes from Romelu Lukaku and Tielemans to force extra time in Seattle.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Balogun scores but gets sent off as US beats Bosnia 2-0

    Folarin Balogun scored at half-time and was later sent off as the United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the World Cup Round of 32, advancing to face Belgium in the last 16. Malik Tillman added a second goal from a free kick.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. US beats Bosnia 2-0, advances to World Cup last 16

    Folarin Balogun scored at half-time but was sent off after a clash with a Bosnia defender, yet the United States defeated Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 to reach the World Cup knockout stage, with Malik Tillman adding a second goal from a free kick. The victory sets up a last-16 match against Belgium in Seattle on Monday.

    2 July 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 1 July

  1. England face DR Congo in World Cup knockout, USA prepares home clash

    England take on the Democratic Republic of Congo at the World Cup on Wednesday looking for a place in the last 16, while co-hosts the USA prepare for what the article describes as the biggest match in their football history. Coach Thomas Tuchel warned his players they face a team with nothing to lose, as Germany and the Netherlands have already been eliminated by penalties in the last 32.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Belgium fully fit for Senegal World Cup knockout clash

    Belgium coach Rudi Garcia says his squad is now fully available and in better physical condition ahead of their World Cup last-32 match against Senegal in Seattle, with key players including Romelu Lukaku, Jeremy Doku, and Charles De Ketelaere recovering from earlier fitness issues.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. England face DR Congo in World Cup last-32 knockout

    England take on the Democratic Republic of Congo at the World Cup on Wednesday looking to reach the last 16, while the USA prepare for what coach Thomas Tuchel calls "the biggest match in their football history." England are favoured but Tuchel warned of narrow margins after Germany and the Netherlands were eliminated on penalties in the round of 32.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 28 June

  1. Egypt progresses from World Cup group stage for first time

    Egypt advanced from the group stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup for the first time in their history after a 1–1 draw against Iran, finishing runners-up in their group on goal difference.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Egypt coach optimistic Salah injury not serious

    Egypt coach Hossam Hassan said he was optimistic about Mohamed Salah's health after the striker exited in the 57th minute of Egypt's 1-1 World Cup draw with Iran. Hassan said Salah assured him the injury was not serious.

    28 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. England beat Panama 2-0 to top World Cup group

    Jude Bellingham scored and assisted as England defeated Panama 2-0 at MetLife Stadium to qualify for the World Cup knockout rounds as Group L winners. England will face one of the best third-placed teams in Atlanta on Wednesday.

    28 June 2026 · The Standard →

Saturday 27 June

  1. England and Portugal chase top spots in World Cup group finales

    England, level on four points with Ghana after two games, face Panama at MetLife Stadium seeking a victory to claim top spot in Group L. Portugal enter their Group K clash with leaders Colombia knowing only a win will enable them to leapfrog the South Americans into first place.

    27 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Belgium defeats New Zealand 5-1, advances to World Cup knockout stage

    Belgium beat New Zealand 5-1 on Friday to secure first place in Group G and advance to the World Cup last 32, with goals from Leandro Trossard (two), Kevin De Bruyne, Romelu Lukaku, and Alexis Saelemaekers. Egypt finished as runners-up on goal difference after drawing 1-1 with Iran.

    27 June 2026 · The Standard →

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