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Last update: 3 hours agoWorld Cup fever in the capital: D.C. is rolling out free, official FIFA World Cup watch parties led by D.C. United—June 12-14 at Franklin Park and June 18-21 at Navy Yard’s Tingey Plaza—so fans can catch matchups like USA vs. Paraguay, Brazil vs. Morocco, and Germany vs. Curaçao. Global football culture: The American Museum of Natural History is also getting in on the action with “World Cup, World Cultures,” including match screenings and a hands-on “Goal Zone.” Music meets sport: Shakira and Burna Boy released the official anthem “Dai Dai,” with royalties tied to FIFA’s Global Citizen Education Fund. Politics and power: India pushed BRICS governance reforms but the bloc ended without a joint statement over West Asia differences. Brazil’s spotlight: Carlo Ancelotti extended his Brazil coaching deal through the 2030 World Cup, while Lionel Messi is named to Argentina’s preliminary squad—still not confirmed to play.
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