June 28, 2026

World Cup Round of 32 Heats Up: Canada vs. South Africa

The action is heating up as Canada and South Africa face off in the knockout stage of the 2026 World Cup at SoFi Stadium. The match is part of the round of 32, where the winner moves on to face either the Netherlands or Morocco in Houston. After an initial five-minute stalemate, South Africa’s Teboho […]

June 28, 2026

Canada vs. South Africa: World Cup 2026 Round of 32 Preview

The World Cup action is gaining momentum. As we move past the 15-minute mark of the first half, the offensive plays are coming together. A notable moment for Canada came from a corner, where Jonathan David’s right-footed shot narrowly missed the target. In the early minutes, South Africa made an attempt on goal. This effort […]

June 28, 2026

NASA Plans Rescue Mission for Aging Space Telescope Swift

NASA is preparing a bold rescue mission to save the aging Swift space telescope, which is losing altitude. The $30 million operation will start soon with the launch of a robotic rescue mission. NASA has partnered with startup Katalyst Space Technologies to lift the Swift Observatory to a higher orbit. This new position will allow […]

June 28, 2026

Exploring the Best Ways to Cook Hot Dogs

Preparing a hot dog seems simple enough. However, finding the best way to cook this popular summer food is less straightforward. Chef Kenji López-Alt offers some guidance, starting with the type of hot dog to purchase. He advises buying hot dogs with natural casings, often made from lamb skins, as they provide a satisfying snap […]

June 28, 2026

Fatal Wildfires in Southwest

The bodies of three firefighters were transported by helicopter to a Colorado airport after they died fighting a blaze in the Utah-Colorado border area. Their coworkers, covered in soot, escorted them to the coroner’s office. After a warm winter, the arid Southwest is witnessing raging fires. Three firefighters were killed, and two were burned, according […]

June 28, 2026

Celebrating Metropolitan Diary’s 50 Years of New York Moments

Good morning. Each week, Metropolitan Diary is among the most popular links in this newsletter. This column features reader-submitted stories capturing quintessential New York moments. Published by The Times for fifty years, we recently celebrated this anniversary by inviting celebrities to share their own Diaries. These stories include lovers’ quarrels on sidewalks, spontaneous kindness on […]

June 28, 2026

Canada Faces South Africa in Historic World Cup Match

Today marks an unprecedented event in World Cup history, as Canada takes on South Africa in the first-ever round of 32 match. This historic event is unfolding at the SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles, with kickoff scheduled for 3 PM ET. Canada enters this stage following a defeat to Switzerland, which left them as runners-up […]

June 28, 2026

Record-Breaking Heat Set to Hit Central and Eastern U.S.

A dangerous heat wave is anticipated to spread across the central and eastern parts of the United States this week. The Weather Prediction Center has warned that temperatures could reach the triple digits, potentially breaking records. This heat wave is likely to persist into the Fourth of July weekend. Meteorologist Marc Chenard indicated that temperatures […]

June 28, 2026

Sand+Steel Art Fest: A Showcase of Creativity and Community Engagement

Wes Thorn showcased his wood art skills at the Sand+Steel Art Fest in downtown Valparaiso. Using 120 grit sandpaper, Thorn demonstrated his woodworking by quickly sanding edges of wooden pieces. He quipped, “It’s cheaper than therapy.” As a self-taught carpenter and welder by trade, Thorn mentioned, “I’m not really good at listening to people tell […]