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Celta Vigo's Borja Iglesias is still processing Spain's stunning 2026 World Cup victory in New York, calling the triumph a childhood dream he never thought possible. The 33-year-old striker says the team only grasped the magnitude of their achievement after seeing how fans back home celebrated like it was 2010 all over again.
After years of declining attendance, Catholic churches across America are seeing a surprising trend: young adults are filling the pews again. Gen Z and millennials are driving a faith revival that's catching religious leaders by surprise.
If Spain's men's team wins Sunday's World Cup final, they'll become the first nation ever to hold both men's and women's World Cup titles at once. The women's team won in 2023 and turned their victory into a powerful movement for equality.
Spain's World Cup winners returned home to a hero's welcome as two million fans flooded Madrid's streets in red and gold. The celebration marked the nation's second world title after defeating Argentina 1-0 in dramatic fashion.
Spain's football stars celebrated their second World Cup victory with an open-top bus parade through Madrid, where two million fans turned out to cheer their heroes. The team partied with supporters at Cibeles square after meeting Spanish royals and presenting their hard-won trophy.
Spain's World Cup champions returned home to a hero's welcome as an estimated 1.8 million fans flooded Madrid's streets to celebrate their thrilling victory over Argentina. The joyous parade through the Spanish capital brought an entire nation together in celebration of their team's historic achievement.
When ICE operations intensified in Minneapolis, one church mobilized hundreds of volunteers to deliver groceries to vulnerable families. In just six weeks, they've helped 24,000 families with 12,000 boxes of food.
Terem Moffi scored and impressed his coach with his all-around play in FC Porto's 2-1 Europa League victory over Stuttgart. The Nigerian forward is finding his form after a tough season in France.
Chicago White Sox rookie Braden Montgomery became just the fifth player in baseball history to hit a walk-off home run in his major league debut. The 23-year-old's incredible moment is part of a larger turnaround story for a team that went from worst in baseball to playoff contenders in just two years.
Seven Cuban baseball players took the field together at the 2026 MLB All-Star Game, breaking the previous record of six and creating a moment of pride for players who overcame incredible challenges to reach the sport's biggest stage.
When ICE operations left Minneapolis families afraid to leave home, Pastor Sergio Amezcua launched a grocery delivery service that's reached 24,000 families. With 400 volunteers packing 1,300 boxes daily, the church proves community care works when neighbors need it most.
Scientists discovered a gut bacterium common in Mediterranean diets that made mice 30% stronger, opening doors to future muscle-boosting supplements. The microbe could one day help elderly people fight frailty.
Two South Florida communities are transforming fallen trees and yard waste into biochar, a charcoal-like material that cleans water, enriches soil, and fights climate change. The innovative approach could save millions while keeping tons of waste out of landfills.
A 14-story floating cylinder off Spain's coast just connected to the power grid, marking a major step toward turning ocean waves into clean electricity. After years of testing, the technology is finally proving it can survive real sea conditions and deliver power to homes.
A Mexican governor is throwing the ultimate block party for his constituents during the World Cup, complete with free beer, carne asada, and concerts from international superstars. Nuevo León's Fan Fest proves hospitality culture is alive and thriving in northern Mexico. ---
Scientists trained an AI model using quantum computing and dramatically improved its accuracy while adding barely any extra power. The breakthrough could make smarter AI accessible without massive data centers.
Scientists in Barcelona have discovered a simple test that could revolutionize how doctors treat colorectal cancer, helping match patients with treatments most likely to save their lives. The breakthrough could expand life-saving immunotherapy options beyond the tiny 5% of patients who currently qualify.
Scientists discovered a friendly gut microbe that made mice 30% stronger and built bigger muscles. The bacterium, already found in humans, could one day help people stay strong as they age.
Spanish doctors have developed a groundbreaking way to fix failing mechanical heart valves using only a catheter, sparing high-risk patients from dangerous open-heart surgery. The first three patients are thriving six months later with fully restored heart function.
The beloved tradition of collecting World Cup stickers started at Mexico's 1970 tournament, when Italian company Panini took its first gamble on going global. What began in a small Italian kiosk now connects millions of football fans worldwide.
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