Algeria national team making Lawrence home before first World Cup match
As the Algeria national football team arrives in Lawrence, Kansas ahead of the FIFA World Cup 2026, hundreds of fans, local businesses, and police escorts are turning the city into a temporary international hub of excitement and preparation.
Atlanta ramps up human trafficking awareness ahead of FIFA World Cup with "It's a Penalty" campaign
As the FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, Atlanta leaders, hotels, and advocacy groups are intensifying efforts to combat human trafficking by training frontline workers to recognize warning signs and protect vulnerable individuals.
A desperate night at Madison Square Garden ruins the Knicks’ fairytale story. The real work starts nowTo hear the Knicks tell it, desperate is one of the best things you can be. “Got to keep playing d
After months of dominance and a 2-0 NBA Finals lead, the New York Knicks were reminded that championships are never guaranteed as Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs stunned New York in Game 3, turning a seemingly inevitable title …
Is this already the ‘World Cup of Chaos’?
With the 2026 World Cup just days away, visa controversies, travel restrictions, and political tensions are already making headlines as teams, officials, and fans prepare for the tournament across North America.
Spurs Strike Back: San Antonio Silences Madison Square Garden, 115–111, Behind Wembanyama’s 32-Point Masterclass
Facing a daunting 2–0 series deficit, the San Antonio Spurs stormed into Madison Square Garden and stunned the New York Knicks 115–111 behind a dominant 32-point performance from Victor Wembanyama, breathing new life into the NBA Finals and turning the …
Somali referee denied entry to US for 2026 World Cup over ‘vetting concerns’
A top Somali referee selected for the FIFA World Cup has been barred from entering the United States, highlighting the real-world impact of the Trump administration’s travel restrictions as teams, officials, and support staff from affected countries navigate heightened scrutiny …
What it takes to keep the area around ‘The World’s Most Famous Arena’ secure during the NBA Finals
As the NBA Finals return to Madison Square Garden amid heightened security and a presidential visit, New York law enforcement is rolling out an unprecedented, multi-agency operation involving drones, road closures, and federal coordination to safeguard one of the city’s …
Commissioner Rodney Ellis Urges Houston to Plan Ahead as World Cup Brings the World — and Traffic — to Our Doorstep
As Houston prepares to welcome the world for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Commissioner Rodney Ellis is urging residents to plan ahead, use transit, and help showcase the city’s hospitality during one of the largest events in Houston history.
The Beautiful Game is coming to North America and the World Cup is just 3 days away
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026 just days away, teams are arriving across North America, fans are flooding host cities, and anticipation is building for the largest World Cup in history.
Lawsuit aims to stop UFC fight at the White House
Two Virginia residents have sued to block a planned Ultimate Fighting Championship event at the White House, arguing the spectacle unlawfully uses federal property for private financial gain and exceeds congressional authorization for America’s 250th anniversary celebrations.
Who are the World Cup favorites?
With the FIFA World Cup approaching, analysts are split between six traditional powerhouses—Spain, France, Argentina, England, Portugal and Brazil—as they assess who has the best chance to lift football’s most coveted trophy.
Knicks fans know they’re seeing something special. They’re flying from around the world to NYC to be a part of it
As the New York Knicks make their first NBA Finals appearance in decades, devoted fans are spending thousands of dollars and traveling across continents just to experience the electric atmosphere surrounding the team and the city.
Why the World Cup is a ‘make or break’ moment for alcohol
As the 2026 FIFA World Cup 2026 approaches, major alcohol companies are betting that soccer's biggest stage can revive sales in a U.S. market where drinking has been steadily declining.
After an injury stole his last World Cup moment, USMNT’s Miles Robinson tells CNN he is ‘honored’ for a second chance
After missing the 2022 World Cup because of a devastating Achilles injury, Miles Robinson is finally set to make his World Cup debut as he helps lead the United States men's national soccer team on home soil in the 2026 …
Why Colombia’s pro-Trump candidate was banned from wearing the national team jersey
A Colombian judge has barred presidential frontrunner Abelardo de la Espriella from wearing the national soccer team's jersey in political settings, intensifying a debate over the use of national sports symbols in the country’s closely watched election.

