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Mexico and the U.S. lead the Spanish-speaking world

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Economist predicts Netherlands vs Portugal Final at 2026 FIFA World Cup

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At just 18 years, Lamine Yamal has been named the most valuable player in world football, with an eye-watering market value of €200 million ($235m), according to the latest data from Transfermarkt.

US tops global financial secrecy ranking

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Mental health is a fundamental aspect of overall well-being, and yet it is often stigmatised and overlooked. Raising awareness and promoting open conversations about mental health is crucial in breaking down barriers and providing support to those in need.

Deaths inside US Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facilities are often debated in political terms, yet across administrations, people have continued to die while in government custody, raising persistent questions about medical care, oversight, and the use of detention itself.

France leads birthplace rankings at 2026 World Cup

France is the most common birthplace among players competing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, according to an analysis of tournament squads, underscoring the country's outsized influence on the global football talent pipeline.