Stories by
Jasmine Garsd
Host, The Last Cup, and Correspondent, Immigration
They cleaned up ground zero. Now many are hiding from ICE
Jasmine Garsd | Sep 11, 2026, 9:00 AM UTC
After 9/11, thousands of rescue and cleanup crews went to work at ground zero. They were exposed to toxic debris and experienced psychological trauma. Today, many say they live in fear of deportation.
Reporter's Notebook: Finding World Cup joy in speaking to women who love soccerJasmine Garsd | Jul 18, 2026, 3:30 PM UTC
At the World Cup, has 'VAR' gone too far? Some fans say it's ruining the tournamentJasmine Garsd | Jul 17, 2026, 8:00 AM UTC
France downs Morocco 2-0 to advance to the World Cup semifinal
Morocco was no match for France, which lost 2-0. The French, one of the pre-tournament favorites, move on to the World Cup semifinals against either Spain or Belgium.
Russell Lewis, Jasmine Garsd | Jul 9, 2026, 10:01 PM UTC
Reigning champion Argentina escapes with remarkable World Cup victory over Egypt
Egypt was leading late, up 2-0. The Argentinians looked beaten. But they fought and fought and fought. Scoring one goal, then another to equalize. And, finally, a third to advance to the quarterfinal.
Jasmine Garsd, Russell Lewis | Jul 7, 2026, 6:49 PM UTC
It's not just Cape Verde: African soccer is having a World Cup moment
The soccer greats — Brazil, England, Spain — have been giving uneven performances out on the pitch during this World Cup. Meanwhile, teams from Africa have been relentless.
Jasmine Garsd | Jun 26, 2026, 8:49 PM UTC
Magnificent Messi makes history, breaks all-time World Cup scoring record
Messi scored a record-setting 17th World Cup goal in Argentina's game against Austria. And, then, he netted another goal, making him the all-time leader in World Cup tournaments (men and women).
Jasmine Garsd | Jun 22, 2026, 7:22 PM UTC
Palestinian-American kids find inspiration, and escape, on the soccer pitch
A dozen miles away from the World Cup games in New York/ New Jersey Stadium, Palestinian-American kids turn to soccer as an escape from the realities of war.
Jasmine Garsd, Liz Baker | Jun 20, 2026, 10:00 AM UTC