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Sport

June 13, 2026

World Cup: Ghana, Pakistan, India, Nigeria, Columbia top countries with highest applications, refusals for Canada visitor visas

Ghana ranked as the country with the highest visa applications, which stood at 1,953 as of March.

World Cup
June 13, 2026

Nigerian players dominate girls’ final at NASCO/ITF J30 championship

Kwange and Ogunjobi reached the final after defeating the Nigerian duo of Daisy Okechukwu and Gloria Samuel 6-3, 6-4.

NASCO/ITF tournament
June 13, 2026

Six World Cup fans convicted in U.S. for flying drones, others warned  

Authorities noted that the FAA imposed a Temporary Flight Restriction across several locations in Texas during the World Cup.

USA flag and Drone
June 12, 2026

U.S. govt partners UFC to promote sports diplomacy worldwide

The signing of the partnership was part of activities lined up for UFC Freedom 250.

The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC)
June 12, 2026

Extreme weather forces cancellation of Toronto’s World Cup fan festival

Thousands of fans were left stranded on Thursday after Toronto’s flagship 2026 FIFA World Cup kick-off party in Canada was cancelled due to extreme weather conditions.

Extreme weather forces cancellation of Toronto's World Cup fan festival
June 12, 2026

U.S. DEA intensifies operations to combat substance abuse at 2026 World Cup

“The Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) remains committed to helping keep host cities safe and preventing accidental drug poisoning,” said the anti-narcotics agency.

DEA AGENTS (AP Photo/Mike Balsamo)
June 11, 2026
Mexican players celebrating
June 11, 2026

Real Madrid appoint José Mourinho as new manager 

The club confirmed the deal in a statement on Thursday.

Jose Mourinho