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Justin Bieber joins World Cup final halftime show’s star-studded lineup

The 11-minute Super Bowl-esque halftime show will feature an array of global music icons

The Independent UK

I Flew to Rio for Shakira. Instead, I Discovered Why Holidays Feel So Different Now.

Shakira's record-breaking Rio concert gave me an unexpected glimpse into a bigger cultural shift—one that's changing not just where we travel, but why.

Marie Claire

Justin Bieber ‘in talks’ for World Cup Final half-time show in New York

Shakira, Madonna and BTS have already been announced to perform during the July 19 match

The Independent UK

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Robbie Williams to perform at World Cup final

Robbie Williams will perform his FIFA anthem Desire at the World Cup final.

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8 Exact Celebrity Airport Outfits Raising the Bar for Summer Travel Styling

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Marie Claire

The 2026 World Cup has a problem: celebrity-spotting

Comment: The impression given by TV coverage is that we are all more interested in Michael Buble than Michael Olise, Shakira than Vozinha, Paris Saint-Germain players than Paris Hilton

The Independent UK

What is the 2026 song of the summer? AP offers some predictions

The song of the summer is a hot topic with no clear winner yet emerging for 2026

The Independent UK

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Why BBC and ITV refuse to air the World Cup final half-time show

Madonna, Shakira and BTS are headlining the mid-game extravaganza - but the UK broadcasters do not intend to show it

FourFourTwo

Inside Shakira's Night Out With Manuel García-Rulfo: What We Know About the Mexican Actor Spotted With the Colombian Superstar

Shakira may have just given celebrity-watchers their favorite mystery of the summer. The Colombian superstar was photographed this week enjoying what appeared to be a private outing with Mexican actor Manuel García-Rulfo, the charismatic star of Netflix's 'The Lincoln Lawyer,' setting off a frenzy of speculation about whether the pair…

Latin Times

Uganda's Ghetto Kids to shake it with Shakira at World Cup final

A group of young Ugandan dancers from the slums of Kampala have been invited to perform alongside pop star Shakira at the 2026 World Cup final, an opportunity they hope will bring them new visibility and help them transform their future.

Radio France Internationale

Who won the World Cup battle of the three opening ceremonies: Shakira, Michael Bublé or Katy Perry?

This year’s World Cup tournament boasted not one but three opening ceremonies – but which nation commanded the most star power?

The Independent UK

Shakira 'Double Body' Rumours: 2026 World Cup Return Blighted by Bizarre Claims From Fans

Shakira's landmark World Cup 2026 opener has been clouded by fan claims she used a body double on stage in Mexico City. Supporters say she just slipped a step during a high‑pressure live show.

International Business Times UK

Christian Pulisic injury update after USA’s perfect start to World Cup 2026 - latest

USA 4-1 Paraguay: Christian Pulisic and Folarin Balogun were integral as the USA scored four in a World Cup match for the first time in their history

The Independent UK

What song is played before games at the 2026 World Cup?

The 2026 World Cup, hosted by Mexico, Canada and the United States, began on Thursday with Mexico beating South Africa 2-0 in a packed Azteca Stadium. Before the match, fans were treated to a spectacular opening ceremony, featuring performances from Shakira and Burna Boy. Shortly afterwards, the two teams entered…

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Euronews

Did Shakira use a body double at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony?

The internet is convinced Shakira was replaced by a body double at the 2026 World Cup. We review the footage to see how much truth there is to it.

International Business Times UK

World Cup 2026 Opening Ceremony Sparks 'Shakira Double' and Hidden 'Illuminati' Symbol Conspiracy Theories

Online users questioned whether the singer on stage was really Shakira, while others claimed the ceremony contained hidden 'Illuminati' symbolism.

The Guardian - AU

Entertaining, even educational: Mexico’s World Cup opening ceremony delivers

The show featuring a host of Latin American talent was over in a flash, leaving those at the Estadio Azteca wanting more

France 24

World Cup 2026: Mexico beat South Africa in opening match

The 2026 World Cup began in Mexico City with an opening ceremony filled with colour, dancing and a performance by global music star Shakira. Julian Quinones and Premier League player Raul Jimenez scored the first goals of the tournament.

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The Economic Times

World Cup kicks off after high ticket prices, visa issues dog buildup

The 2026 World Cup, the largest in history, has commenced in Mexico City with co-hosts Mexico facing South Africa. Projected to generate a record $13 billion, the tournament has already encountered controversy regarding ticket prices and visa issues for officials and fans.

The Independent UK

Everything you missed from day one at World Cup 2026: Jimenez’s tears, hydration break controversy and empty seats

Mexico got the World Cup underway with a 2-0 win over South Africa but the match was undermined by three red cards, while South Korea downed Czech Republic to go level with the co-hosts at the top of Group A

Bangkok Post

Mexico get World Cup party started with win as South Africa see red

MEXICO CITY - Mexico got the World Cup party started as the co-hosts swept away South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in a tempestuous clash with three red cards ‌as the pyrotechnic smoke of the opening ceremony gave way to a cloud of red mist at the rocking Azteca Stadium.

The Independent UK

Shakira, Andrea Bocelli and Salma Hayek kick-start the World Cup at opening ceremony in Mexico City

The opening ceremony of the 2026 World Cup in Mexico City was full of international stars

The Independent UK

Fox criticised over World Cup 2026 coverage after missing Shakira and action during hydration breaks

There was a stark contrast between the UK and US broadcasts of the opening match between Mexico and South Africa

Evening Standard

Shakira and Burna Boy perform before World Cup opening match

The Colombian singer-songwriter performed Dai Dai with Burna Boy at the event on Thursday.

The Guardian - UK

Infantino’s rebrand and long haul games: five takeaways from World Cup opener

Mexico City played host to this year’s first game as an emotionally charged Azteca witnessed Shakira’s big return

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