Low US hotel bookings paint grim hospitality picture at the World Cup
Report says several factors, including visa barriers and geopolitical concerns are to be blamed for low booking numbers.
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aljazeera.com
06.05.2026
FIFA chief Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices
Eye-watering prices reflect demand to watch the World Cup in the US, Infantino says, amid criticism from fans.
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06.05.2026
Iran war day 68: Trump talks about progress in talks; Rubio says war ‘over’
Trump pauses US 'Project Freedom' operation in Strait of Hormuz, citing progress towards Iran agreement.
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06.05.2026
US president Trump restarts Pope feud ahead of Rubio visit to Vatican
Donald Trump has reignited his public attacks on Pope Leo, claiming he supports Iran obtaining nuclear weapons.
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06.05.2026
What is Trump's 'Project Freedom' in the Strait of Hormuz?
The US president said the operation has been paused after starting on Monday.
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06.05.2026
Apple to pay $250m to US iPhone buyers over AI features lawsuit
Claims from last year said the tech firm’s advertising of Apple Intelligence fooled iPhone buyers.
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bbc.com
06.05.2026
Microsoft, Google, xAI give US access to AI models for security testing
The deal comes days after the Pentagon announces an agreement with seven tech giants to use AI in classified systems
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05.05.2026
What’s the significance of UAE’s Fujairah, hit on Monday?
If confirmed, it would be Iran’s first attack on the UAE since the US-Iran ceasefire took effect on April 8.
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05.05.2026
CAF is failing Africa’s World Cup fans
The confederation’s silence on US travel bans and visa restrictions for African fans is shameful.
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05.05.2026
Rapper Kid Cudi removes British star M.I.A. from tour
British singer songwriter M.I.A will no longer be the opening act for Rebels Rage tour after disagreement with US rapper Kid Cudi.
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bbc.com
05.05.2026
US Secret Service shoots gunman near White House
The suspect has been taken to hospital following the shooting in Washington.
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aljazeera.com
05.05.2026
Brazil’s Lula to travel to US to meet with Trump later this week
Media reports say the Brazilian president will meet with his US counterpart in the White House in the coming days.
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05.05.2026
Hormuz tensions push ceasefire to the brink as Trump threatens Iran
US military says it is encouraging ships to pass through Hormuz Strait, but Iran says it is in full control of waterway.
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05.05.2026
US Supreme Court temporarily lifts ban on abortion pill mail delivery
Top court restores telehealth access to mifepristone for at least one week as legal challenges to medication play out.
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04.05.2026
US releases Touska container ship crew: Why it matters
Pakistan said the release of the crew members reflected a 'confidence-building measure' between Tehran and Washington.
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04.05.2026
Iran war: What’s happening on day 66 as Trump announces Hormuz mission?
Trump orders new Hormuz mission after Iran says it receives US response to its peace proposal.
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04.05.2026
Crew of Iranian ship seized by US forces evacuated to Pakistan, gov’t says
Twenty-two crew members from the seized Iranian ship MV Touska have been transferred to Pakistan for repatriation.
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04.05.2026
USA vs Paraguay among World Cup games with unsold, exorbitant tickets
Tickets for the cohosts' opening game in Los Angeles are available for prices ranging between $1,120 and $6,050.
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aljazeera.com
03.05.2026
Israel approves purchase of fighter jets from the US
Purchase includes two new combat squadrons of F-35 and F-15IA aircraft from Lockheed Martin and Boeing.
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03.05.2026
US military says two service members taking part in Morocco drills missing
AFRICOM says search and rescue operations under way in southwestern Morocco during African Lion exercise.
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03.05.2026