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Why this soccer World Cup is different

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, CNN's Amanda Davies looks at what makes next year’s tournament unique.

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Why this soccer World Cup is different

Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup draw, CNN's Amanda Davies looks at what makes next year’s tournament unique.

01:08 • Source: CNN
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Moments from King Charles' speech to Congress that drew laughter

In a high-stakes, often heavy speech, King Charles still took a few opportunities for humor as he addressed a joint meeting of Congress.

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Toxic fumes in Russian Black Sea town after oil refinery attacks

Fears are mounting of an environmental disaster in Tuapse, on Russia’s Black Sea coast after repeated Ukrainian attacks on the town’s oil refinery, and a slow official response from the Kremlin.

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Fair ride cable snaps midair in Spain

At least four people were injured when a slingshot ride cable broke at a fair in Seville, Spain. Authorities say no one was seriously hurt.

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Possible successor to ‘El Mencho’ arrested

Audias Flores Silva or “El Jardinero,” a top commander in the Jalisco New Generation Cartel and a potential successor to “El Mencho,” was arrested by Mexican Navy special forces, officials say.

00:46 • Source: CNN
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Taiwan bus driver meltdown sparks conversation online

A bus driver in Taipei broke down in tears during an argument with a passenger who said she signaled to get off, while the driver insisted she never pressed the stop button. The video has sparked widespread discussion online, with many pointing to the intense pressure drivers face navigating traffic, road design challenges, and passenger safety all at once. CNN’s Will Ripley reports.

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British Royals attend garden party at the UK ambassador's residence

King Charles and Queen Camilla began their US visit with a stop at the UK ambassador’s residence where they met with different groups of people from a cross-section of society. CNN’s Max Foster Reports.

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'Super shoes' help runners set new marathon records

Kenya’s Sabastian Sawe became the first man in history to officially run a marathon in under two hours in London on Sunday. However, his use of a new line of carbon-plated Adidas sneakers dubbed “super shoes” is fueling the debate about whether the technology is diminishing the significance of world records in the sport. CNN's Matias Grez reports.

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How China can benefit from the energy crisis

With oil-starved countries scrambling for fuel, one country is reaping the benefits from the global supply shock: China. CNN’s Stephanie Yang explains how China’s status as the renewables king of the planet is granting the country more influence with increasing exports of solar technology, batteries, and EVs.

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