WORLDOil falls as easing Middle East tensions send Brent to its worst quarter since 2020Oil prices fell more than 1% on Wednesday after talks between Washington and Tehran concluded.CNBC·July 2, 2026
WORLDUSA march on but will Balogun red card prove costly?Mauricio Pochettino's USA side set up a World Cup last-16 meeting with Belgium, but how costly will forward Folarin Balogun's red card prove?BBC News·July 2, 2026
WORLDThe dollar looks ready to break higher. Here's why Wall Street is turning bullishThe U.S. dollar may be emerging from nearly a year of stagnation, with analysts increasingly arguing that the world's reserve currency is poised for a more sustained advance.CNBC·July 2, 2026
WORLDGerman prosecutors charge Ukrainian suspect over Nord Stream explosionsProsecutors allege a yacht was used in the sabotage of pipelines, with the suspect leading the operation.Al Jazeera·July 2, 2026
WORLDReport: Chiefs' Kelce, Swift to marry at MSG Fri.The star couple will have their wedding at Madison Square Garden on Friday night, according to a law enforcement official briefed on the security plans.ESPN·July 2, 2026
WORLDCup champ Andersen, Oilers agree on 1-year pactVeteran goaltender Frederik Andersen, 36, who helped the Carolina Hurricanes win three playoff series before giving the starter's net up to Brandon Bussi in the Stanley Cup Final last month, agreed to a one-year deal with the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday.ESPN·July 2, 2026
WORLDRays' Caminero homers in sixth straight gameRays third baseman Junior Caminero, 22, has become the youngest player since at least 1900 to homer in six straight games.ESPN·July 2, 2026
WORLDGM: Caps have cap room, roster spot for OvechkinIn an interview with ESPN on Wednesday, Washington general manager Chris Patrick said his club has room in its lineup and under the salary cap to bring back captain Alex Ovechkin, despite adding several high-profile names through trades and free agency.ESPN·July 2, 2026
WORLDBelgium pull off stunning rally, eliminate Senegal...Youri Tielemans scored from the penalty spot in stoppage time of extra time, and Belgium came back from two goals down to beat Senegal 3-2 Wednesday in the round of 32 at the World Cup.ESPN·July 2, 2026
WORLDSources: Brown heading to Philly in blockbusterJaylen Brown has a new home, with the Celtics agreeing to send their longtime star to the 76ers for Paul George, two first-round picks (2028, '31) and two second-round selections, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania on Wednesday.ESPN·July 2, 2026
WORLDBalogun red-carded in USMNT clash with BosniaFolarin Balogun's star turn at this World Cup went sideways early in the second half Wednesday night, as the American forward was sent off against Bosnia-Herzegovina.ESPN·July 2, 2026
WORLDUSMNT beats Bosnia for 1st WC KO win since '02The USMNT beat Bosnia-Herzegovina 2-0 in the World Cup round of 32 on Wednesday night for its first knockout win since 2002.ESPN·July 2, 2026
