When a Father’s Push for Football Collides with a Son’s Love of Theater
A columnist offers strategies for confronting homophobic pressure and honoring a child's artistic passions.
Jun 13, 2026
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When the World Cup Turns Us Into Instant Pundits
The author reflects on the sudden surge of self‑appointed soccer analysts that emerges every four years, from neighbors drawing formations on napkins to fleeting friendships built on tenuous national ties.
Jun 13, 2026
U2’s Edge Joins Global Street Child World Cup in Mexico City
U2 guitarist The Edge and his bandmates are in Mexico City to support the Street Child World Cup, filming a video for their upcoming single while partnering with local NGOs.
May 15, 2026