The soccer tournament has brought a flood of political story lines. By Patricia Mazzei Patricia Mazzei has reported from three 2026 World Cup matches. The 2026 World Cup, which hit its halfway point ...

Common global narratives about political polarization are skewed because of an overreliance on literature about the U.S., leaving governments unprepared to tackle the problem at home. In new research ...

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Amid protests and rancor, World Cup soccer proves a bright spot in the United States and around the world. By Matthew Purdy Jazmine Ulloa and Matthew Cullen On Sundays, protesters assemble on the ...

SEATTLE — Iran had everything to play for against Egypt on the field Friday. The Iranian team entered the match needing a draw or win to keep its 2026 World Cup hopes alive. For many Iranian fans and ...