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USA booted from World Cup: How good are the Americans, really?The USA lost to Belgium in the World Cup Tuesday, ending a tournament that showed signs of progress. But the same old weaknesses kept popping up, too.
The new realities of running a business in CubaIn an attempt to jumpstart Cuba's economy and shed unprofitable state enterprises, the government is converting select businesses into cooperatives. It's an adjustment for many Cuban workers.
USA shows its promise in 15 minutes of fury against BelgiumThe USA was knocked out of the World Cup, 2-1, in extra time against Belgium. America was on its heels for most of the game, but the final 15 minutes were heart-stopping.
Interviews with El Salvador youth reveal what's behind drive to flee northThe answer lies in the gang violence that impacts so many communities where these children live, found one researcher, who conducted hundreds of interviews in the Central American nation.
World Cup 2014 TV Schedule: Who to watch Tuesday, July 1The US takes on Belgium in today鈥檚 match to watch in the knockout stage of the tournament. It's Argentina vs. Switzerland at noon.
Brazil as World Cup host: What happened to predictions of doom and gloom?Projections of large-scale protests and infrastructure issues at Brazil's World Cup games have so far gone unmet. But that doesn't automatically spell smooth sailing for the Rio Olympics.
World Cup 2014 TV schedule: Who to watch Monday, June 30Monday's World Cup knockout round matches feature France vs. Nigeria (at noon) and Germany vs. Algeria (at 4 p.m.)
World Cup 2014 TV Schedule: Who to watch Sunday, June 29Netherlands vs. Mexico and Costa Rica vs. Greece are today鈥檚 two round of 16 matches.
Can Guatemala revive Lake Atitl谩n before it's choked by trash?Ringed by verdant volcanoes and little villages, Atitl谩n has been called the most beautiful lake in the world. But the lake is slowly dying from pollution.
Goalkeeper saves Brazil from World Cup ousterBrazil's goalkeeper Julio Cesar was the hero of Saturday's match between Brazil and Chile. Thanks to Cesar, Brazil advances to the World Cup quarter finals.
2014 World Cup TV schedule: Who to watch Saturday, June 28The first match of the day features Brazil vs. Chile. This could be a close contest. Later, Colombia plays Uruguay. Colombia is expected to dominate.
Brazilian soccer: No girls allowed?Soccer may be hugely popular in Brazil, but the girls and women who want to play have largely been left on the sidelines.
USA falls to Germany, but advances: Time to take off training wheels?Germany beat the USA, 1-0, without much trouble Thursday, but the Americans still advance to the second round of the World Cup to face Belgium. The good news? They have to win.
World Cup 2014 TV schedule: United States vs. Germany highlights Thursday's matchesUS vs. Germany is today鈥檚 match to watch with Portugal vs. Ghana, Algeria vs. Russia, and Korea vs. Belgium ending round one play.
In Uruguay, collective denial over Su谩rez's bite on ChielliniLuis Su谩rez's bite attack on Italy's Giorgio Chiellini yesterday could see him kicked out of the World Cup. But in his home country there's denial and finger-pointing - at the English of all people.
Will Luis Su谩rez be suspended from 2014 World Cup?Luis Su谩rez of Uruguay is accused of biting an opponent during a match against Italy Tuesday. What is the penalty for biting an opponent in soccer? Will FIFA suspend Su谩rez from the rest of the 2014 World Cup?
Fans bring new meaning to 'budget travel' in bid to get to World CupDetermined but impecunious enthusiasts have braved lawless borders, overcrowded minibuses, and perilous river crossings to keep costs down en route to Manaus, Brazil.聽
World Cup 2014 TV schedule: Who to watch Wednesday, June 25World Cup groups E and F wrap up first round play Wednesday, matches include Argentina vs. Nigeria, France vs. Ecuador, and Iran takes on Bosnia-Herzegovina.
World Cup in the middle: Venezuelans use soccer to push political agendasSoccer has become the latest target for Venezuela's beleaguered political opposition as it tries to use the World Cup craze to keep pressure on embattled President Nicol谩s Maduro.
World Cup 2014 TV Schedule: Who to watch Tuesday, June 24Day two of week two brings four matches with Italy vs. Uruguay as today鈥檚 match to watch with only one of the two teams moving on to the next round.