Travel
U.S. Commerce figures show October 2025 arrivals down 5.7%, with Canada trips lower and main markets including the UK, Germany and South Korea among top sources.
Immigrant visa processing for Pakistan will pause under US review measures as India continues uninterrupted under existing immigration law.
Sports
Germany beat Curaçao 7-1 in Houston as Kai Havertz scored twice and the World Cup debutants recorded their first ever World Cup goal.
Canada earned its first men’s FIFA World Cup point with a 1-1 Group B draw against Bosnia and Herzegovina.
South Korea started the FIFA World Cup with a comeback win, beating the Czech Republic 2-1 after trailing in the second half in Group A.
Mexico started its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign with a 2-0 win over Bafana Bafana in the tournament opener at Estadio Azteca.
FIFA World Cup 2026 began with a Mexico City opening ceremony featuring music, dance, culture and global performers.
Montreal left the 2026 World Cup host race over funding concerns, while Toronto and Vancouver accepted FIFA rules on branding, vending and event zones.