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Airbnb tops revenue estimates on demand, World Cup boost
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Airbnb tops revenue estimates on demand, World Cup boost

Vacation rental company Airbnb has beaten second-quarter revenue estimates, helped by strong global demand for travel and a boost from first time users during the FIFA World Cup hosted in the US, Canada and Mexico.

The News Flicker·August 7, 2026

World Cup final performances span Shakira, Tom Cruise and Muppets
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World Cup final performances span Shakira, Tom Cruise and Muppets

Madonna opened the World Cup halftime show with her 2000 dance-pop hit “Music,” joined by star Brazilian soccer players of yesteryear, Ronaldo and Ronaldinho. Sunday's show started with an apparently prerecorded piece in a roller rink before she rode into the…

The News Flicker·July 19, 2026

Spain beats Argentina 1-0 to win World Cup on Ferran Torres' goal
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Spain beats Argentina 1-0 to win World Cup on Ferran Torres' goal

Spain substitute Ferran Torres scored in the 106th minute to give his team a 1-0 win over defending champion Argentina in the World Cup final. Spain was absolutely dominant in terms of possession and shot attempts. Lionel Messi and Argentina found a way to ha…

The News Flicker·July 19, 2026

Mbappé wins second Golden Boot, Spain wins player awards
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Mbappé wins second Golden Boot, Spain wins player awards

Kylian Mbappé kept the Golden Boot award and Spain wouldn’t let Lionel Messi get anything else. Shortly after winning the World Cup title Sunday, the Spaniards claimed all three individual player awards, keeping Messi from leaving with any more personal hardw…

The News Flicker·July 19, 2026

Trump presents the World Cup trophy to Spain
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Trump presents the World Cup trophy to Spain

President Donald Trump has presented the World Cup trophy to Spain, the winner of Sunday’s final against Argentina. But in his eyes, the real victor of the world's premier soccer tournament is the United States. From the start, this year's World Cup faced cha…

The News Flicker·July 19, 2026

All eyes on Rohit Sharma in series decider at Lord's
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All eyes on Rohit Sharma in series decider at Lord's

Rohit Sharma will be under intense scrutiny in the series-deciding third ODI against England as speculation over his international future grows despite the BCCI ruling out retirement talks. After a quiet series so far, the veteran opener will look to rediscov…

The News Flicker·July 18, 2026

India Names Women's Hockey Squad For Major Tournaments
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India Names Women's Hockey Squad For Major Tournaments

The Indian women's hockey squad for the upcoming World Cup in Belgium and the Netherlands has been announced, featuring the same 20 players selected for the Asian Games. Led by Salima Tete and coached by Sjoerd Marijne, the team is described as well-balanced,…

The News Flicker·July 17, 2026