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USWNT legend Carli Lloyd publicly criticized Christian Pulisic on X for his post-match comments about an ankle injury after the USMNT’s 4-1 Round of 16 loss to Belgium in the 2026 World Cup, writing “You rest when your playing career is over. Period,” a stance echoed by Sydney Leroux as the debate highlighted tensions between the men’s and women’s programs.
Barstool founder Dave Portnoy blasted the USMNT after their 4-1 World Cup defeat to Belgium, calling the display embarrassing and criticizing the defense and goalkeeper, joking about a soccer draft, before congratulating Belgium as the superior team.
Following a 4-1 Round of 16 loss to Belgium at the 2026 World Cup, U.S. fans and pundits blasted the USMNT’s performance, criticizing timid play and leadership gaps from stars like Christian Pulisic; Belgium’s elite status and the development gap for the U.S. were highlighted, while social media reactions mixed disappointment with calls to keep investing in the sport amid ongoing Balogun-related controversy.
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel described a recently circulated photo of Donald Trump as the saddest he’s ever seen and shared his take on the moment, contributing to the ongoing media conversation around the former president.
BBC Sport's live Spygate special brings ex-players, journalists and fans to discuss Southampton's expulsion from the Championship play-offs, with Saints appealing the punishment as disproportionate.
At several college commencements, graduates boo pep talks about artificial intelligence, signaling skepticism about AI’s role in higher education and concerns about its impact on jobs and curricula, with responses described as mixed rather than uniformly favorable.
Former President Donald Trump doubled down on his controversial claim that he doesn’t think about Americans’ financial situation when discussing Iran, calling the line “a perfect statement” during a Fox News interview as Republicans push back and critics on social media react, while reiterating that his focus is preventing Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon rather than the economy.
Martin's Tavern in Georgetown quickly responded to Saturday Night Live’s cold open featuring Matt Damon by posting a playful video of its staff mouthing reactions, highlighting the bar’s long DC history (1933 established; 1953 JFK proposal) as it served as the backdrop for the sketch.
Chelsea dominated Manchester United but couldn’t score, letting a single United shot on target decide a 0-1 win as Wesley Fofana was treated on a restart. Rosenior praised the overall performance, lamented defensive mistakes and poor finishing, noted that the team hit the woodwork four times, and stressed that Chelsea must defend better and win the next game to keep European hopes alive while accepting the heavy pressure at a big club.
President Trump asserted on social media that he’s glad former FBI director Robert Mueller is dead, drawing bipartisan criticism and reviving debate over Mueller’s Russia investigation and Trump’s treatment of foes.
Trump’s Pearl Harbor remark during a White House meeting with Japan’s prime minister sparked widespread criticism in Japan, with observers saying it trivializes a painful wartime memory and could harm U.S.–Japan ties; the Japanese premier’s restrained response drew mixed reactions.
Iranians react with doubt to Mojtaba Khamenei's first official message read on state TV, raising questions about who runs the country, while the regime reiterates hard-line aims—blocking the Strait of Hormuz and seeking revenge for casualties—as protests and pro-regime rallies unfold amid ongoing conflict; the leader has yet to be seen in person.
New York officials and Iranian Americans offered a spectrum of responses to the U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran and the killing of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, with Mayor Mamdani condemning the attack as a catastrophic escalation, lawmakers criticizing the move as illegal or misguided, and some Iranian Americans celebrating while others warn of long-term regional instability and civilian harm.
A viral video shows a Golden Retriever named Huckleberry being utterly shocked and confused when a baby girl unexpectedly rolls over on her own, leading to a humorous and heartwarming reaction from the dog.
Africa has been significantly impacted by Trump's expanded travel restrictions, affecting 20 countries, with largely muted reactions from the continent as nations consider their next steps. The African Union expressed concerns about the negative effects on diplomatic and people-to-people ties, while some countries hope for engagement with the U.S. to review the measures. Critics view the restrictions as unfair and potentially damaging to U.S.-Africa relations, with fears of increased geopolitical competition from rivals like Russia and China.