France banned public drinking in red-alert heat zones and closed hundreds of schools as temperatures neared 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Spain, Italy, Britain and Germany also faced heat warnings, event cancellations and emergency measures.
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Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni rejected as “made up” President Donald Trump’s reported claim that she begged him for a photo at the G7 summit. Italy canceled a planned visit to Washington by Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani as politicians across the country defended Meloni.
A NetJets Cessna Citation crashed and caught fire on Loop 20 near Laredo International Airport, killing one person and injuring five others aboard. Bystanders and first responders used tools to help free trapped passengers as smoke and flames surrounded the aircraft.
Canada hosts its first men’s World Cup match Friday in Toronto against Bosnia and Herzegovina, with fans and officials pointing to soccer’s growing role in the country. The opener comes without injured star defender Alphonso Davies, though coach Jesse Marsch hopes he can return during the group stage.
The 2026 FIFA Men’s World Cup began Thursday at Mexico City’s Estadio Azteca with Shakira, Burna Boy and local performers headlining the first of three opening ceremonies. Mexico faced South Africa in the tournament’s first Group A match.
U.S. authorities denied entry to Somali referee Omar Abdulkadir Artan, who had been selected to officiate at the FIFA World Cup, citing unspecified “vetting concerns.” The decision has drawn criticism from Somali sports officials and civil rights advocates amid broader scrutiny of U.S. travel restrictions affecting the tournament.
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake off western Cuba was felt across parts of Florida on Monday, including Miami, Tampa and Orlando. Officials said there were no significant injuries, major property damage or tsunami threat.