Uruguayan cartel leader Sebastián Marset has been arrested in Santa Cruz, Bolivia, during a large police operation. The capture was announced by the head of Paraguay's anti-drug agency on national radio.
Due to the conflict in the Middle East and rising costs, Dutch travelers are increasingly choosing car vacations closer to home this year. According to the ANWB, people are prioritizing their holidays by making budget-conscious choices like cooking at campsites instead of dining out.
Cape Verde secured a 2-2 draw against Uruguay, sparking celebrations in Rotterdam where five of their starting players were born. In other World Cup news, Egypt achieved its first-ever tournament victory led by Mohamed Salah, while Belgium and Iran finished in a scoreless draw.
The Belgian national football team is facing significant criticism from the domestic press after disappointing draws against Egypt and Iran in the 2026 World Cup group stages. Despite being in a group initially considered easy, the team's poor performances have left their progression to the knockout phase in doubt.
Three people were killed and five others were injured during a shooting at a school in the Philippines. Local police confirmed the casualties following the incident.