Brian Brobbey and Cody Gakpo scored two goals apiece to power Netherlands to a 5-1 win over Sweden on Saturday in the World Cup to bounce back after a disappointing draw in its opener and move atop the Group F standings.

Neymar is expected to return from a right calf injury and play for Brazil in its final World Cup group match, coach Carlo Ancelotti said Friday night.

A large fire almost completely destroyed a luxury resort in the Dominican Republic on Friday, forcing the evacuation of almost 1,700 tourists, authorities said.

The police have charged the man accused of fatally stabbing his nephew during a dispute over the volume of a television during a World Cup football match.

The Jamaica Constabulary Force's (JCF) Agricultural Protection Branch (APB) is warning the public to be cautious when purchasing beef following the illegal slaughter of eight cows in Clarendon.

Paraguay midfielder Miguel Almiron became the first player issued with a red card at the World Cup for covering his mouth, getting sent off during a confrontation late in the first half against Turkey on Friday night.

Deniz Undav scored twice after being subbed on in the second half as Germany defeated Ivory Coast 2-1 on Saturday and clinched a spot in the knockout phase at the World Cup.

Eastern Portland Member of Parliament Isat Buchanan has condemned the death of 12-year-old Christal McLean, whose body was found in Grants Level, Rio Grande, Portland, after she was reported missing.

Curacao goalkeeper Eloy Room made 15 saves against a relentless Ecuador attack, allowing The Blue Wave to earn a 0-0 draw against the heavily favoured La Tri on Saturday night and earn the tiny island nation its first-ever World Cup point.

The Jamaica Customs Agency (JCA) has adjusted its clearance system for new vehicles imported into Jamaica by authorised new car dealers.