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A nation that's only played international football since 2014 is now just 90 minutes away from qualifying for the World Cup. Kosovo stunned Slovakia 4-3 in a thrilling comeback that keeps their historic dream alive.
A nation that didn't exist on soccer's world stage 10 years ago now stands one game away from qualifying for the World Cup. Kosovo hosts Turkey on Tuesday with a chance to make history and unite a country through sport.
Kosovo, playing international football for just 11 years, stunned Slovakia 4-3 to move within one victory of their first-ever World Cup. The tiny Balkan nation will face Turkey on Tuesday for a spot at this summer's tournament in North America.
At Camp Bondsteel in Kosovo, a simple storage shelter has become something much more meaningful. The Soldiers' Closet connects service members across rotations through donated supplies, volunteer work, and unexpected friendships.
Fifteen daredevils plunged 22 meters from a historic bridge in Kosovo, reviving a beloved tradition that survived war and destruction. The annual competition, first held in 1954, continues to bring communities together along the river in Gjakova.
A nation that's only played international football for 11 years is now one game away from the World Cup. Kosovo stunned Slovakia 4-3 in a thrilling comeback to reach their play-off final against Turkey.
Rural women in Kosovo are getting support to fight extreme weather that's destroying crops and killing bees. UN agencies just released a roadmap to help the country's most vulnerable farmers adapt.
Doctors in Germany discovered a bullet lodged in Gramoz Berisha's arm, 27 years after he survived a massacre that killed 49 of his family members. The bullet had traveled from his left arm to his right without hitting vital organs.
Nearly 800,000 Kosovars living across Europe are investing millions back home, creating jobs and driving down poverty rates that once plagued the young nation. Through creative government bonds, real estate, and local business support, expatriates are helping one in four citizens climb out of poverty.
After nearly a quarter century of waiting, Turkey's national soccer team has punched their ticket to the 2026 World Cup with a thrilling 1-0 victory over Kosovo. The win sends an entire nation into celebration and gives a new generation their own soccer memories to cherish.
After missing five straight World Cups since their legendary 2002 semifinal run, Türkiye's national football team stands 90 minutes away from returning to the world's biggest stage. A young "Golden Generation" led by Real Madrid's 21-year-old Arda Güler faces Kosovo on March 31 for a ticket to the 2026 World Cup.
Turkey secured their first World Cup appearance since 2002 with a 1-0 victory over Kosovo. Fans across the nation erupted in celebration as their team ended more than two decades of waiting.
Staff Sergeant Brannavon Ardoin secretly flew home from Kosovo after a year apart to hand his daughter her high school diploma. Jazlyn, 17, ran to her father so fast she lost her shoes.
After nearly a quarter century of heartbreak, Turkey has punched its ticket to the 2026 World Cup with a nail-biting 1-0 victory over Kosovo. Fans flooded the streets in celebration as their team finally returns to football's biggest stage.
Viktor Gyokeres scored in the final minutes to send Sweden to the 2026 FIFA World Cup with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Poland. Turkey also celebrated their first World Cup qualification in 24 years with a 1-0 win over Kosovo.
After years of trying, Greece's Baseball5 team won their first elite international match, moving their captain to tears of pride. The historic seventh-place finish at the Mediterranean Cup marks a turning point for the growing sport in Greece.
A burgundy silk dress holds millions of stitches from 380 women across 51 countries, each embroidering her own story into the fabric. The global art project just earned a Guinness World Record and is now touring the world.
Eight nations joined the United States in signing a new Board of Peace charter at the World Economic Forum in Davos this week. The diplomatic initiative brings together countries from across continents to collaborate on peace-building efforts.
Nigeria's Police Service Commission just approved promotions for over 26,000 officers based on test scores and interviews, not connections. The move signals a shift toward rewarding hard work in one of Africa's largest police forces.
Michaela Polleres thrilled her home crowd in Linz by clinching gold in a nail-biting overtime victory at the Upper Austria Grand Prix. Four champions emerged victorious on day two of the international judo tournament that's bringing world-class athletes to Austria.
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