World
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WorldDesalination Costs Re-enter the Regional Water Debate
As energy prices and demand rise together, the cost of producing fresh water is becoming a strategic conversation again.
By Theresa Bauer · Jun 22
WorldLate Gouiri strike completes Algeria comeback and eliminates Jordan
Algeria rallied from a goal down to beat Jordan and claim their first World Cup win since 2014, ending the debutants' tournament.
By Rafael Mendez · Jun 22
WorldMessi breaks World Cup scoring record as Argentina reach the knockouts
Lionel Messi recovered from a missed early penalty to score twice and become the all-time leading scorer in men's World Cup history.
By Marcus Okafor · Jun 22
WorldHaaland Double Sends Norway Through in Five-Goal Thriller
Erling Haaland struck twice as Norway edged a pulsating contest with Senegal to reach the knockout stage.
By Mira Faraj · Jun 22
WorldMbappe and Dembele Send France Through Against Iraq
Another Kylian Mbappe brace and a Ousmane Dembele strike booked France's place in the knockout stage.
By Priya Chen · Jun 22
WorldCarriers Stay Cautious as Suez Volumes Recover Slowly
Even as some traffic returns to the canal, shipping lines are keeping contingency routes and longer schedules in place.
By Sara Qureshi · Jun 22
WorldGrain Routes Test the Region's Food-Security Plans
Heavy reliance on imported staples means a disrupted shipping lane is also a food-policy problem.
By Theresa Bauer · Jun 21
WorldCape Verde stun Uruguay again with thrilling comeback draw
Kevin Pina's free-kick and Helio Varela's chip earn debutants Cape Verde a second remarkable point against two-time world champions Uruguay.
By Sara Qureshi · Jun 21
WorldYamal and Oyarzabal inspire Spain to statement rout of Saudi Arabia
Lamine Yamal opens his World Cup account and Mikel Oyarzabal strikes twice as Spain answer their critics with a ruthless first-half blitz.
By Lena Holloway · Jun 21
WorldMohamed Salah inspires Egypt to historic first World Cup win over New Zealand
The Pharaohs came from behind in Vancouver, Salah scoring and assisting as Egypt claimed a maiden World Cup victory in their 92-year history.
By Rafael Mendez · Jun 21
WorldInsurance Has Become the Hidden Tax on Gulf Shipping
War-risk premiums and route surcharges are quietly reshaping the cost of moving goods, even when the freight rate looks stable.
By Sara Qureshi · Jun 21
WorldTen-man Belgium held by resolute Iran in goalless Group G stalemate
Nathan Ngoy's red card forced Belgium onto the back foot, but they held firm for a point against a disciplined Iran side at SoFi Stadium.
By Marcus Okafor · Jun 21
WorldTransshipment Hubs Compete for Diverted Cargo
As routes shift, the ports that can quickly absorb and redirect containers are winning traffic that used to flow elsewhere.
By Sara Qureshi · Jun 20
WorldUeda double sends Japan surging as Tunisia exit in the World Cup's 1,000th match
Kamada's fourth-minute strike set the tone in a landmark fixture for the tournament.
By Mira Faraj · Jun 20
WorldBrobbey and Gakpo doubles power Netherlands to crushing win over Sweden
The Dutch produced their best display of the tournament to seize control of Group F.
By Priya Chen · Jun 20
WorldEloy Room's 15-Save Masterclass Earns Curaçao Historic First Point
A record-breaking goalkeeping display in Kansas City frustrated Ecuador and kept Curaçao's qualification dream alive.
By Sara Qureshi · Jun 20
WorldBunker Fuel Costs Add Pressure to Rerouted Trade
Longer voyages burn more fuel, and the price of that fuel is quietly shaping which routes and rates make sense.
By Theresa Bauer · Jun 20
WorldUndav's Stoppage-Time Winner Sends Germany Through in Toronto
Deniz Undav struck twice, including a 94th-minute winner, as Germany came from behind to seal top spot in Group E.
By Lena Holloway · Jun 20
WorldGulf Airports Brace for a Record Summer Transit Season
Hub carriers and terminals are preparing for heavy connecting traffic, where the real test is baggage flow, staffing and the quality of a delay.
By Sara Qureshi · Jun 19
WorldGalarza's lightning strike sinks Turkey as 10-man Paraguay survive
The fastest goal of the tournament and a controversial new-rule red card defined Paraguay's gritty win that eliminated Turkey.
By Rafael Mendez · Jun 19
WorldUSA see off Australia 2-0 in Seattle to seal knockout berth
An early own goal and Alex Freeman's first World Cup strike booked the co-hosts' place in the round of 32, even without the injured Christian Pulisic.
By Marcus Okafor · Jun 19
WorldCunha brace and Vinicius strike fire Brazil top of Group C
Matheus Cunha scored twice and Vinicius Junior added a third in a dominant first-half display as Brazil eliminated Haiti and moved top.
By Mira Faraj · Jun 19
WorldRed Sea Rerouting Hardens Into a New Normal for Gulf Freight
Longer routes, higher insurance and revised schedules are no longer treated as a temporary disruption. Shippers are planning around them.
By Theresa Bauer · Jun 19
WorldSaibari's 70-second strike sinks Scotland and dents knockout hopes
Ismael Saibari struck the fastest goal of the 2026 World Cup as Morocco edged Scotland and left Steve Clarke's side needing a result against Brazil.
By Priya Chen · Jun 19