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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.

3 friends complete nearly 11,000-mile bike journey from Argentina to Kansas City

After cycling nearly 11,000 miles through 17 countries over nine and a half months, three friends from Argentina arrived in Kansas City to support their national team during the World Cup.

Inside the 6-year process of turning American football fields into World Cup pitches

As the World Cup kicks off across North America, a team of turfgrass experts has spent six years engineering perfect natural-grass playing surfaces for all 16 host stadiums — including venues that normally use artificial turf.

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 for the first time in decades, federal and local law enforcement are ramping up security with drones, intelligence sharing, and expanded deployments amid a heightened threat environment.

Trump plans to attend Game 3 of NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden

President Donald Trump says he plans to attend Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, a historic appearance that would make him the first sitting U.S. president to watch an NBA Finals game in person while triggering …

Louisville marks 10 years since Muhammad Ali’s death with citywide Day of Compassion

On the 10th anniversary of his death, volunteers across Louisville honored boxing legend Muhammad Ali by planting community gardens, fighting food insecurity, and participating in service projects inspired by his legacy of compassion.

New York Knicks steal a back-and-forth Game 1 of the NBA Finals

Battling injuries and a hostile road crowd, the New York Knicks rallied from a 14-point deficit behind Jalen Brunson to defeat the San Antonio Spurs 105-95 in a dramatic Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Fan arrested and banned for life after running onto court to take selfie with Victor Wembanyama

A fan's attempt to take a selfie with NBA Finals star Victor Wembanyama led to an arrest, lifetime bans, and a brief stoppage during Game 1 of the championship series.

NBA Finals: Would you pay $4,000 – for a nosebleed seat?

Demand for the New York Knicks' first NBA Finals appearance in decades has sent ticket prices soaring, with even the cheapest seats at Madison Square Garden costing nearly $4,000 and some fans opting to fly to Texas instead.