World Cup kicks off with empty seat for French journalist detained in Algeria

Police say one suspect still at large after constable fatally shot during search warrant linked to consulate attack.

Mexican and South African fans flocked to the Azteca stadium in #Mexico City ahead of the opening game of the #WorldCup. This comes amid #protests around the city, as #​teachers and families of those missing in the #drug war hope to draw international attention to their demands.

Co-hosts Mexico and South Africa kick off the largest World Cup ever in Mexico City. The opening ceremony is underway in the renowned Estadio Azteca. It marks the start of 39 days of action across three countries.

Two men were sentenced to death in the 2015 Thai Erawan shrine bombing that killed 20 people and wounded more than 100.