France's Mbappe blasts Paraguay senator after racist World Cup posts
What's next: The French Football Federation plans to pursue criminal charges, and Paraguay's government rejected the senator's remarks.
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France federation moves to prosecute senator over Mbappe racial slur
What's new: The case followed France's 1-0 World Cup win over Paraguay in Philadelphia, where Mbappe scored the decisive penalty.
France beat Iraq 3-0 after 2-hour storm delay, reach last 32
What's new: Kylian Mbappe scored twice on his 100th cap in Philadelphia as France secured six points from two group matches.
Thunderstorm delays second half of France-Iraq in Philadelphia
Update: The World Cup 2026 match was delayed about 90 minutes, with France leading 1-0 on a Kylian Mbappe goal.
BBC Sport, Republika +3
Pennsylvania court curbs Philly DA in 100-plus conviction reversals
What's new: Judges must now alert the state attorney general before granting relief when Larry Krasner's office backs overturning a conviction.
The Hill, Fox News
Brazil beats Haiti 3-0, two Cunha goals send rival out
Brazil lead Group C with four points, while Haiti become the first team eliminated from the 2026 World Cup.
Brazil blanks Haiti 3-0, Cunha lifts Selecao atop Group C
Brazil now has 4 points and a better goal difference than Maroko, while Haiti’s path to the knockout stage is nearly closed.
Midwest storms kill 1 in Iowa, disrupt flights and cut power
What's next: Tornado watches remained in parts of 5 states as dangerous heat pushed Philadelphia to open cooling centers.
The New York Times, PBS NewsHour