Thousands of law enforcement officers have been deployed in Mexico City to prevent protesters from reaching the stadium ahead of the World Cup opening match. The heavy police presence aims to ensure the game between Mexico and South Africa proceeds without disruption.
Masies Artien reflects on missing the chance to play for Iraq against Norway in Boston, where he would have faced star striker Erling Haaland. Instead of competing, Artien is watching the match as a supporter on television.
England is set to begin their World Cup campaign on Wednesday amid high domestic expectations for the national team. Midfielder Declan Rice remains focused on the upcoming matches while dismissing public criticism regarding his personal life.
Avalon Leiman, a 25-year-old from The Hague with a rare connective tissue disorder, shares her struggle with chronic pain and disability. She expresses concern that proposed healthcare policy changes in the Netherlands may lead to a loss of coverage for her essential medical needs.
Hundreds of people are expected to walk through the streets of Haarlem during the night of Saturday, June 20, to Sunday, June 21. The event will take place in the early morning hours, creating a unique sight for local residents.
On the ninth day of the parliamentary inquiry into the COVID-19 pandemic, field epidemiologist Amrish Baidjoe and GP Rob Elens are testifying as witnesses who were not involved in the official decision-making process. Baidjoe, a founder of the Red Team, provides insights from his role in the unofficial advisory group that offered external expertise during the health crisis.