The U.S. Braced For the World Cup. It Fell in Love Instead.

The New York Times | July 19, 2026, 5:01 a.m. | Original
Amid anxiety over how the United States would welcome the world, cities like Lawrence, Kan., and Boston threw open their doors. The bonds forged are still visible on the streets.
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