How the right wing decided to care about women’s basketball in Indiana
The WNBA has become an unlikely front in America's culture wars, as debates over transgender athletes, race and politics increasingly overshadow the action on the court.
FIFA boss Gianni Infantino’s apology doesn’t quell Europe’s boycott plans as reckoning looms
Pressure is mounting on FIFA President Gianni Infantino as UEFA maintains its boycott threat and global soccer leaders continue demanding accountability despite FIFA's public apology.
Infantino apologizes for ‘mistakes’ but retains FIFA’s backing at crisis meeting
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has retained the support of senior FIFA leadership despite mounting calls for his resignation over a failed proposal to commercialize World Cup rights.
Inside a Detroit Tigers clubhouse that still believes, even after trading away Tarik Skubal
Despite trading away ace Tarik Skubal at the deadline, the Detroit Tigers insist their postseason hopes remain alive as they look to prove they can still contend down the stretch.
Soccer legend Figo says beleaguered Infantino ‘must go’ as FIFA holds crisis meeting
Soccer icon Luis Figo is calling for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to step down after the collapse of a controversial proposal to sell private stakes in the World Cup.
Ferran Torres on World Cup-winning goal: ‘It was the best moment in my life’
World Cup hero Ferran Torres is still soaking in the moment after scoring the title-winning goal for Spain, a dream fulfilled that has forever changed his life and fueled ambitions for another championship.
Cape Verde’s Pico Lopes reflects on World Cup run: ‘We deserve to be here’
Cape Verde captured the world's imagination at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, proving the tournament's biggest underdog belonged on soccer's grandest stage with a historic run fueled by belief, resilience and national pride.
FIFA’s plan to inject private money into the World Cup hit with abrupt UEFA boycott
European soccer’s governing body has unanimously backed a boycott of future FIFA World Cups, escalating a major dispute over plans to bring private investment into the sport’s biggest tournaments.
Police and kids building bonds with basketball: "We get to mold them"
Baltimore County police are using basketball to build trust, mentor local youth and show kids that teamwork, discipline and positive choices can open doors far beyond the court.
LeBron James' arrival sparks shopping frenzy for Philadelphia 76ers gear at sports stores
LeBron James' move to the Philadelphia 76ers is already energizing the city, with fans flocking to stores for team merchandise and dreaming of a long-awaited NBA championship.
Father of 10 turns neighborhood basketball game into lifeline for more than 200 young people
What began as one father's way to keep his 10 children active has blossomed into a youth basketball program that's mentoring hundreds of kids through sports, academics, and community.
World Cup winner Zinedine Zidane named head coach of France men’s national team
French football legend Zinedine Zidane returns to the national team as head coach, aiming to restore Les Bleus to World Cup glory after a disappointing 2026 campaign.
50 Cent steps into the ring with ‘Fightland’
With crime, revenge and high-stakes boxing at its core, Fightland delivers a gritty British drama backed by executive producer 50 Cent and a cast ready to go the distance.
Brothers with muscular dystrophy get surprise from soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo
For two Florida brothers living with muscular dystrophy, a surprise from Cristiano Ronaldo and FIFA transformed years of perseverance into an unforgettable moment of hope.
More Than One Million Participants Highlight Houston’s FIFA World Cup 2026™ Success Story
Houston's record-breaking FIFA World Cup 2026 run drew more than one million fans, welcomed visitors from over 200 countries, and showcased the city as a world-class destination for sports, culture, and global events.

