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Diverse crowd cheering at a 2026 World Cup stadium with an ESPN broadcast studio in the foreground.

ESPN Launches English and Spanish 2026 World Cup Coverage

For the 2026 World Cup, ESPN will deploy over 500 production staff across three host nations, yet its primary broadcast focus remains exclusively English and Spanish, a stark contrast to its previous

Hugo Lambert·June 14, 2026

A futuristic 2026 World Cup stadium with a vast crowd, contrasted with an exclusive VIP box showing a high-priced ticket.

Industry Picks

2026 World Cup: Preparations and Sky-High Ticket Prices

A single Category 1 ticket for the 2026 World Cup final cost $10,990 when FIFA released its latest batch in April, according to The New York Times .

Nina Kapoor·June 6, 2026

Chefs working in a high-end restaurant kitchen with a prestigious award trophy, symbolizing the 2026 North America's 50 Best Restaurants announcement.

Top Lists

2026 North America's 50 Best Restaurants list reveals new culinary leaders

Chicago's Smyth, previously ranked No.

Nina Kapoor·May 29, 2026

Exterior of a 7-Eleven convenience store at dusk, with its iconic signage dimly lit, symbolizing a period of change and strategic rebalancing.

Brand Spotlights

7-Eleven to Close 645 Stores in North American Rebalance

7-Eleven plans to shut down 645 North American stores by February 28, 2027, as its parent company, Seven & I Holdings, prepares for a significant initial public offering.

Stella Moreno·April 15, 2026