Here’s what you should know about this massive competition.
8 hours ago
NY Times
The World Cup
ABC
WHO says risk of Ebola in World Cup host countries is low
The WHO said on Thursday that the risk of Ebola transmission in Europe and World Cup host countries is low as the tournament gets ready to kick off.
2 hours ago
ABC
WHO says risk of Ebola in World Cup host countries is low
ABC
WATCH: 3 soccer fans bike 11,000 miles for World Cup
ABC News' Danny New profiles a group of men from Argentina who bicycled 11,000 miles to Kansas City in order to see their home country's first game, despite not having tickets.
7 hours ago
ABC
WATCH: 3 soccer fans bike 11,000 miles for World Cup
NBC
They came for the World Cup. They fell in love with Buc-ee’s and ranch dip.
International tourists traveling through the U.S. ahead of FIFA’s festivities have been documenting their American experiences on social media.
16 hours ago
NBC
They came for the World Cup. They fell in love with Buc-ee’s and ranch dip.
NBC
From The Sports Desk: The World Cup is finally here
The 23rd edition of the men’s World Cup is finally here, with the opening ceremony taking place at Mexico City’s Azteca Stadium today ahead of co-hosts Mexico taking on South Africa.
2 hours ago
NBC
From The Sports Desk: The World Cup is finally here
NBC
As World Cup opener nears, U.S. men know they’ll play under a spotlight
With the U.S. hosting men’s World Cup games for the first time since 1994, the attention is on whether the U.S. can go far under coach Mauricio Pochettino.
5 hours ago
NBC
As World Cup opener nears, U.S. men know they’ll play under a spotlight
democrats
Politico
Albany Democrats poised for biggest leadership shake-up in years
22 hours ago
Politico
Albany Democrats poised for biggest leadership shake-up in years
Politico
Some Maine Democrats are wavering on Graham Platner
The oysterman maintains a strong base of support, but his scandals have left a bad taste with some Democratic and independent voters.
2 days ago
Politico
Some Maine Democrats are wavering on Graham Platner
LA Times
Democrats keep Prop. 50 promise alive through primary with momentum heading toward November
California Democrats are bullish about winning in all five districts they aimed to flip after Prop. 50. Experts said last week's primary results show signs of danger for Republicans.
8 hours ago
LA Times
Democrats keep Prop. 50 promise alive through primary with momentum heading toward November
LA Times
Can Democrats take the Senate? Maine voters may provide a clue
Democrat Graham Platner appears likely to become the party's nominee against Sen. Susan Collins. Platner has been accused of engaging in volatile behavior with women, among other controversies.
2 days ago
LA Times
Can Democrats take the Senate? Maine voters may provide a clue
game
NY Times
The Knicks’ Game 4 Comeback Was Epic. So Was Their Fans’ Response.
The crowd at Madison Square Garden was forlorn as the New York Knicks fell far behind in Game 4 of the N.B.A. finals. After they won, it was electric.
24 minutes ago
NY Times
The Knicks’ Game 4 Comeback Was Epic. So Was Their Fans’ Response.
NY Times
These NYC Reservations Are Impossible to Get. Except During a Knicks Game.
Some New Yorkers tried their luck at hot spots like Bong, Via Carota and Ha’s Snack Bar.
3 hours ago
NY Times
These NYC Reservations Are Impossible to Get. Except During a Knicks Game.
ABC
WATCH: Rowdy fans pour into streets after NBA Finals game in NYC
After a historic comeback win by the New York Knicks, rowdy fans poured into the streets of New York City, with some setting off fireworks and damaging vehicles.
3 hours ago
ABC
WATCH: Rowdy fans pour into streets after NBA Finals game in NYC
NBC
Silence fills Spurs locker room after devastating Game 4 meltdown
Minutes after the New York Knicks had won Game 4 of the NBA Finals, Taylor Swift led an impromptu pep rally in the bowels of Madison Square Garden, on her way out.
7 hours ago
NBC
Silence fills Spurs locker room after devastating Game 4 meltdown
platner
Politico
Some Senate Dems still won’t commit to Graham Platner
Even as progressives and party leaders rally around the Maine Democrat, senators like Catherine Cortez Masto and Mark Kelly are wary.
21 hours ago
Politico
Some Senate Dems still won’t commit to Graham Platner
Politico
The Democratic establishment begrudgingly moves to embrace Graham Platner
Democrats largely lined up behind their new Maine Senate nominee on Tuesday, while Republicans were quick to launch their attacks.
1 day ago
Politico
The Democratic establishment begrudgingly moves to embrace Graham Platner
ABC
Key Tuesday primaries takeaways: Platner wins, but faces months of more scrutiny
Primaries in four states on Tuesday showed a victory for a Democrat who was facing controversies and the continued strength of President Donald Trump’s endorsement,
1 day ago
ABC
Key Tuesday primaries takeaways: Platner wins, but faces months of more scrutiny
race
LA Times
Becerra heads toward the November election with a major edge over Hilton in governor's race, poll shows
A Berkeley IGS poll shows Democrat Xavier Becerra begins the general election campaign for California governor with a big lead over Republican Steve Hilton.
8 hours ago
LA Times
Becerra heads toward the November election with a major edge over Hilton in governor's race, poll shows
LA Times
Former Fox News host Steve Hilton clinches a top spot in governor's race, will challenge Xavier Becerra
Former Fox News host Steve Hilton wins a spot in the California governor's race. He will face Xavier Becerra in November.
1 day ago
LA Times
Former Fox News host Steve Hilton clinches a top spot in governor's race, will challenge Xavier Becerra
ABC
Nevada gubernatorial race shapes up as bellwether for GOP heading into 2028
Nevada’s primaries have resulted in a face-off between incumbent Republican Gov. Joe Lombardo and Democratic nominee Attorney General Aaron Ford.
1 day ago
ABC
Nevada gubernatorial race shapes up as bellwether for GOP heading into 2028
ABC
A key congressional race in California will test progressives' appeal
Randy Villegas, a populist insurgent, has won the Democratic primary for a House seat representing California's Central Valley
13 hours ago
ABC
A key congressional race in California will test progressives' appeal
comeback
NY Times
Conor McGregor’s Comeback: A Tale of Banned Drugs and a Famous Doctor
McGregor, the Ultimate Fighting Championship’s main attraction, had the support of the prominent sports physician Neal ElAttrache when he decided to use performance-enhancing drugs.
9 hours ago
NY Times
Conor McGregor’s Comeback: A Tale of Banned Drugs and a Famous Doctor
ABC
WATCH: What just happened? Inside the New York Knicks' historic comeback
The New York Knicks pulled off a record comeback against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Wednesday, overcoming a 29-point deficit to win by a single point.
8 hours ago
ABC
WATCH: What just happened? Inside the New York Knicks' historic comeback