16: The number of nominations that the horror film “Sinners” received for this year’s Academy Awards, eclipsing the previous record of 14. The flood of nominations also marks a watershed moment for the genre, which has been overlooked by award season in the past. The winners will be announced on March 15.
7,000:The number of Islamic State suspects the US says it will transfer from prisons in Syria to Iraq. The move follows growing concerns over prison security after the Syrian government forces retook control of parts of the country from a Kurdish-led militia backed by Washington.
3: The months Japan’s Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi has spent in office before dissolving the lower house of Parliament and triggering a snap election. Speculation had mounted recently that Takaichi would call an election soon in hopes of help ingher governing party regain ground on the heels of major losses. An election is set to take place on Feb. 8. For more on Takaichi’s political gamble, read GZERO Zac Weisz’ analysis here.
There are 48 countries involved in this year’s World Cup, but that only tells part of the story of just how global the “global game” has become.
The World Cup is the planet's biggest sporting event, and the most political one. This year, it will also be the most profitable spectacle of all time.
Various groups march along Calzada de Tlalpan to the Estadio Ciudad de Mexico in Mexico City, Mexico, on June 11, 2026.
Mexico cruised past South Africa 2-0 on Thursday in opening 2026 World Cup game at the majestic Estadio Azteca in Mexico City. Some Mexican citizens used the occasion to highlight issues that the country faces.
Cuba has faced severe fuel shortages since the US imposed a de facto blockade earlier this year, and the halted shipment could have powered the island for about 11 days.