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Sports

The disgrace of Gijon: World Cup scandal that changed football forever

Norway's players applaud fans with teammates after the FIFA World Cup 2026 match against France at Boston Stadium in Foxborough, Massachusetts, US on 26 June 2026. REUTERS

Sports

Norway's gamble backfires on the scoresheet; but the strategy may still pay off

Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates scoring their second goal during their match against Algeria at the Dallas Stadium in Texas on 22 June 2026. Photo: Reuters/Issei Kato

Thoughts

The greatest story football ever told turns 39 today

Portugal's Cristiano Ronaldo looks dejected after the Portugal v DR Congo match at Houston Stadium, Houston, Texas, US, on 17 June 2026. Photo: REUTERS/Phil Noble

Sports

Portugal's Ronaldo dilemma: Has Cristiano Ronaldo become a white elephant?

Argentina's Lionel Messi celebrates winning the World Cup with the trophy. Photo: Reuters

Thoughts

Argentina will play for their captain, for Messi

A lineup of World Cup-winning legends (L-R): Lionel Scaloni, Didier Deschamps, Franz Beckenbauer, Mário Zagallo. Collage: TBS

Sports

The unbroken pact: How every World Cup champion has been led by one of their own

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Environment

From ceiling fans to ACs: When cooling becomes a necessity

Lionel Scaloni cradles the FIFA World Cup trophy. Photo taken on 18 December 2022. Photo: Collected

Thoughts

The coach who turned doubt into dynasty: Happy Birthday, Profe Scaloni