Over 4.5 million soccer fans from around the world submitted ticket applications in the recent 2026 World Cup presale draw, which closed on Friday, as per FIFA. The presale, accessible to Visa cardholders aged 18 and above, marked the commencement of FIFA's global ticket lottery for the upcoming 48-team, 104-match World Cup set to start next June. The majority of applications originated from the three host nations, with the U.S. leading the pack, followed by Mexico and Canada. The top 10 countries with the most applications included Germany, England, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Spain, and Italy, although specific figures per country were not disclosed by FIFA. Successful applicants selected...

A drone attack carried out by Sudan's Rapid Support Forces, a paramilitary group, targeted a mosque in North Darfur during prayers on Friday, resulting in the deaths of at least 70 worshippers, as confirmed by aid workers and the Sudanese army. The mosque in El Fasher, a city under siege, was completely demolished in the attack. An aid worker from a local organization, Emergency Response Rooms, mentioned that the death toll is expected to rise due to bodies still trapped in the rubble. The worker requested anonymity, fearing retribution from the RSF. The Sudanese army, engaged in escalating conflict with the RSF since April 2023, expressed sorrow over...

The leader of the Parti Quebecois believes there are potential areas for collaboration with Alberta Premier Danielle Smith should he win the Quebec premiership...

A Vancouver researcher, Aziz Ghahary, has been accused of using falsified data to promote his skin treatment, Meshfill, as a solution for chronic pressure...