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Iran plans dayslong funeral for Supreme Leader Khamenei after war death

The country's theocracy hopes to see millions flood the streets of the capital beginning Saturday in scenes reminiscent to the burial of the late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989.

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Heat threatens U.S. 250th celebrations, Russian advances slow as Ukraine hits back, infighting risks derailing Democrats' House hopes.

Millions expected at delayed Khamenei funeral as Iran seeks to project strength

Four months after Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed in U.S.-Israeli strikes, Iran is preparing for a massive multi-day funeral. It’s a calculated move by the regime to project strength and unity during a shaky peace deal with the U.S.

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Bruce Arena agrees with USMNT star Folarin Balogun red card: ‘Dangerous’

The red card handed to U.S. men’s national team striker Folarin Balogun will be remembered as a central turning point for the Americans in the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The public outcry has been palpable as fans have relayed their dissatisfaction with the red card, especially given the repercussions of call. Balogun won’t play in...

Referee Raphael Claus, part of USMNT red card controversy, was investigated in Brazil

Claus was previously investigated by his home country due to an inquiry on match-fixing and sports betting.

Yeah, That 'Red Card' Was Bogus — but Can Team USA Do Anything About It?