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BTS members performing on stage at the 2026 World Cup halftime show in custom soccer kits, with a massive crowd cheering in the background.
Style & Beauty

BTS wows 2026 World Cup halftime crowd with custom soccer kit collection

Justin Bieber performed at the 2026 FIFA World Cup halftime show wearing nearly $20,000 diamond earrings, while Shakira shimmered in a custom bodysuit adorned with over 200,000 crystals.

Ingrid Olson·July 20, 2026
An empty Kansas City barbecue restaurant at night, highlighting the impact of the 2026 World Cup tourism bubble on local businesses.
Eat & Drink

2026 World Cup tourism bubble impacts local restaurants

Kansas City barbecue joints are prepping for a World Cup tourism surge, yet hotel bookings in major host cities haven't seen the expected spike, according to Bonappetit .

David Jones·May 23, 2026