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World Cup official says twitch caused gesture resembling supremacist sign; FIFA says no breach

A World Cup video review official says his hand gesture resembling a white supremacist sign was caused by an involuntary twitch

World Cup official says twitch caused gesture resembling supremacist sign; FIFA says no breach
Sports|World

Belgium settles for 1-1 draw with Egypt at World Cup despite numerous chances for Lukaku, De Bruyne

Romelu Lukaku’s mere presence sparked an attack that led to Belgium’s lone goal only seconds after he entered as a second-half substitute, helping his team earn a 1-1 draw with Egypt at the World Cup

Belgium settles for 1-1 draw with Egypt at World Cup despite numerous chances for Lukaku, De Bruyne
Sports|Travel|World

Uruguay's Maxi Araújo scores equalizer in 1-1 World Cup draw with Saudi Arabia

Abdulelah Al-Amri scored on a rebound in the 41st minute for Saudi Arabia, and Uruguay’s Maxi Araújo responded with an equalizer in the 80th as the teams played to a 1-1 draw in their World Cup opener

Uruguay's Maxi Araújo scores equalizer in 1-1 World Cup draw with Saudi Arabia
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Norway embraces Viking theme for World Cup return and provokes some debate

Norway is leaning into the country’s Viking heritage as its star-studded men’s team containing Erling Haaland and Martin Odegaard heads into a first World Cup in 28 years

Norway embraces Viking theme for World Cup return and provokes some debate
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Some of the 11 skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash were experienced jumpers

Several of the skydivers who were killed when their plane crashed moments after taking off from a Missouri airfield were experienced jumpers

Some of the 11 skydivers killed in Missouri plane crash were experienced jumpers
Sports|World

Cape Verde holds Spain to a surprising 0-0 draw in the country's World Cup debut

Tiny Cape Verde pulled off a stunning result in its World Cup debut by holding heavily favored Spain scoreless in a 0-0 draw

Cape Verde holds Spain to a surprising 0-0 draw in the country's World Cup debut
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Meet Merlin the duck, a Mexico City streetside regular turned World Cup mascot

Julián Quiñones and Raúl Jiménez may have scored for Mexico, but Merlin the duck stole the show

Meet Merlin the duck, a Mexico City streetside regular turned World Cup mascot
Sports

Shinnecock Hills study starts before US Open practice rounds to avoid long waits

The start of practice for the U.S. Open featured plenty of wind and limited activity at Shinnecock Hills

Shinnecock Hills study starts before US Open practice rounds to avoid long waits
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Chicago Bulls hire former NBA center Tiago Splitter as coach

The Chicago Bulls have hired Tiago Splitter as coach after the former NBA center served as the interim coach for the Portland Trail Blazers this season

Chicago Bulls hire former NBA center Tiago Splitter as coach
Health|Sports

Braves' Spencer Strider shut down for 4 weeks because of inflammation in his right elbow

Atlanta Braves right-hander Spencer Strider will be shut down from throwing for four weeks

Braves' Spencer Strider shut down for 4 weeks because of inflammation in his right elbow
Health|Political|Sports

US drug czar blasts WADA, saying proposed changes could undermine clean sport at Olympics

The U.S. drug czar portrayed a menu of changes to anti-doping protocols being proposed by a World Anti-Doping Agency panel in advance of the LA Olympics as moves that would “undermine the trustworthiness of the performances of competitors” at those games in two years

US drug czar blasts WADA, saying proposed changes could undermine clean sport at Olympics
Entertainment|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Sports

Meet the 91-year-old woman in Tenn. who has attended her local rodeo for 75 years straight

Meet the 91-year-old woman in Tenn. who has attended her local rodeo for 75 years straight

Meet the 91-year-old woman in Tenn. who has attended her local rodeo for 75 years straight
Africa|Sports|Travel|World

Tiny Cape Verde shocks favorite Spain with a draw in country’s first World Cup match

Tiny Cape Verde shocks favorite Spain with a draw in country’s first World Cup match

Tiny Cape Verde shocks favorite Spain with a draw in country’s first World Cup match
Sports|Travel|World

World Cup teams face major travel demands in tournament spread across US, Canada and Mexico

The biggest World Cup ever has brought some logistics challenges to the 48 teams in a tournament being played across three countries and four time zones

World Cup teams face major travel demands in tournament spread across US, Canada and Mexico
Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Dana White called a UFC fighter’s Michelle Obama insult ‘nonsense.’ The White House isn’t commenting on it

Dana White called a UFC fighter’s Michelle Obama insult ‘nonsense.’ The White House isn’t commenting on it

Dana White called a UFC fighter’s Michelle Obama insult ‘nonsense.’ The White House isn’t commenting on it
Business|Entertainment|Sports

New York Liberty are back in the Commissioner's Cup final, with a familiar Finals pattern

The New York Liberty have made the Commissioner’s Cup championship twice before and each time the team also made the WNBA Finals

New York Liberty are back in the Commissioner's Cup final, with a familiar Finals pattern
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Don't expect a repeat. UFC boss Dana White says 'never again' to another White House fight night

UFC CEO Dana White called fight night at the White House a smashing success

Don't expect a repeat. UFC boss Dana White says 'never again' to another White House fight night
Interview|Sports|World

“Play with love” and “be part of history”: Roberto Carlos outlines his World Cup goals for the Brazil team

The Brazilian World Cup legend, who lifted the iconic trophy at the 2002 tournament, wants to see the class of 2026 "play with love", and "be part of history," ahead of the Seleção making their tournament bow against 2022 semifinalists Morocco in New York New Jersey stadium on Saturday evening. Speaking to CNN’s Maria Santana as part of Rexona's FIFA World Cup activity in New York, the now 53-year-old Carlos recalls "a very united group" back in 2002, akin to "a family," with "no egos, we were there to play soccer."

“Play with love” and “be part of history”: Roberto Carlos outlines his World Cup goals for the Brazil team
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Knicks' long-awaited championship brings 'camaraderie and craziness' to NYC. Fans hope it continues

The Knicks have ended their 53-year NBA championship drought, sparking citywide celebrations in New York

Knicks' long-awaited championship brings 'camaraderie and craziness' to NYC. Fans hope it continues
Arts|Education|Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Spain at a Tennessee boarding school, Iraq in a rural West Virginia town: Where World Cup teams live

As World Cup teams establish training bases across the United States, communities far from the tournament’s host cities are embracing the international spotlight

Spain at a Tennessee boarding school, Iraq in a rural West Virginia town: Where World Cup teams live
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Portugal fans mixed on whether Ronaldo will help or hurt team’s World Cup chances

It would have been unthinkable at the start of the 2022 World Cup to suggest Cristiano Ronaldo was anything other than the undisputed leader of the Portugal team

Portugal fans mixed on whether Ronaldo will help or hurt team’s World Cup chances
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Western PA student bikes 1,200 miles to Texas for World Cup match

Western PA student bikes 1,200 miles to Texas for World Cup match

Western PA student bikes 1,200 miles to Texas for World Cup match
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|US

With UFC fight night wrapped at the White House, days of breakdown and cleanup begin

With UFC fight night wrapped at the White House, days of breakdown and cleanup begin

With UFC fight night wrapped at the White House, days of breakdown and cleanup begin
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Trump celebrates 80th birthday with an Iran deal and UFC cage fights at the White House

President Donald Trump has celebrated turning 80 by announcing a preliminary agreement to end the war and a UFC cage-fighting event on the White House lawn

Trump celebrates 80th birthday with an Iran deal and UFC cage fights at the White House
Political|Sports|World

Iran prepares for World Cup debut after months of uncertainty

Iran prepares for World Cup debut after months of uncertainty

Iran prepares for World Cup debut after months of uncertainty
Arts|Entertainment|Political|Sports

Trump says July Fourth celebration on National Mall will include his own rally

Trump says July Fourth celebration on National Mall will include his own rally

Trump says July Fourth celebration on National Mall will include his own rally
Americas|Sports|World

World Cup: South American teams start off on the wrong foot

South American teams have got off to disappointing start to the World Cup, failing to produce a win in three matches

World Cup: South American teams start off on the wrong foot
Entertainment|Sports

Braden Montgomery's big debut part of a week that left the White Sox atop the AL Central

The Chicago White Sox have been one of baseball’s most pleasant surprises this season

Braden Montgomery's big debut part of a week that left the White Sox atop the AL Central
Business|Entertainment|Sports

Tortorella makes a case to stay after leading Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final

Golden Knights management already made one major coaching decision

Tortorella makes a case to stay after leading Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final
Environment|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Houston Fan Festival closed on Monday as wild weather set to hit Texas

Local organisers have closed the popular Fan Festival in Houston on Monday amid a flood warning that runs through to Wednesday, the day of the World Cup Group

Soccer-Houston Fan Festival closed on Monday as wild weather set to hit Texas
Entertainment|Sports

Caniacs celebrate: Parade planned in Raleigh as Carolina Hurricanes claim Stanley Cup title

Caniacs celebrate: Parade planned in Raleigh as Carolina Hurricanes claim Stanley Cup title

Caniacs celebrate: Parade planned in Raleigh as Carolina Hurricanes claim Stanley Cup title
Sports

Taylor Hall-Logan Stankoven-Jackson Blake line is a big reason Carolina won the Stanley Cup

The Carolina Hurricanes' standout second line of Taylor Hall, Logan Stankoven and Jackson Blake was a big reason they won the Stanley Cup

Taylor Hall-Logan Stankoven-Jackson Blake line is a big reason Carolina won the Stanley Cup
Sports

The Knicks made a championship run that will be remembered in New York and in NBA history

New York was caught up in the Knicks' championship run for nearly two months and the party will last at least a few days more

The Knicks made a championship run that will be remembered in New York and in NBA history
Arts|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports

America partied hard this weekend. In Brooklyn, Puerto Rican joy was out in full force

America partied hard this weekend. In Brooklyn, Puerto Rican joy was out in full force

America partied hard this weekend. In Brooklyn, Puerto Rican joy was out in full force
Sports|US|World

Golf-Scheffler hunts for history at tricky Shinnecock Hills

American Scottie Scheffler faces plenty of opposition on his hunt for a career Grand Slam when the U.S.

Golf-Scheffler hunts for history at tricky Shinnecock Hills
Business|Sports|Travel|World

Golf-Five storylines to follow at the U.S. Open

Five storylines to follow as the world's best players descend on Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York, this week for the June 18-21 U.S.

Golf-Five storylines to follow at the U.S. Open
Arts|Education|Health|Interview|Lifestyle|Opinion|Sports

Colorado's Deion Sanders weighs in on wagering as gambling scandal ripples through college football

Nobody has lived on the edge of the risk-reward nature of sports more than Deion Sanders over the years

Colorado's Deion Sanders weighs in on wagering as gambling scandal ripples through college football
Sports

What to expect in Alabama’s state primary runoff

Alabama voters will return to the polls Tuesday to pick a Republican nominee for an open U.S. Senate seat

What to expect in Alabama’s state primary runoff
Education|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel

Graduate student, runner Joabe Barbosa completes mission to run every street in Chicago

Graduate student, runner Joabe Barbosa completes mission to run every street in Chicago

Graduate student, runner Joabe Barbosa completes mission to run every street in Chicago
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Boston embracing takeover by Scotland supporters for World Cup: "Our new kilted overlords"

Boston embracing takeover by Scotland supporters for World Cup: "Our new kilted overlords"

Boston embracing takeover by Scotland supporters for World Cup: "Our new kilted overlords"
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Downtown Pittsburgh shooting leads to charges against 15-year-old boy

Downtown Pittsburgh shooting leads to charges against 15-year-old boy

Downtown Pittsburgh shooting leads to charges against 15-year-old boy
Health|Science|Sports|World

Ebola risk for World Cup is 'extremely low', but US is ready, experts say

The risk that a traveler infected with Ebola could arrive in the United States during the 2026 World Cup tournament that kicked off last week is low

Ebola risk for World Cup is 'extremely low', but US is ready, experts say
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The Latest: Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with Iran deal and UFC cage fight at the White House

President Donald Trump has confirmed a deal to end the war with Iran and allow oil traffic to begin again through the Strait of Hormuz

The Latest: Trump celebrates his 80th birthday with Iran deal and UFC cage fight at the White House
Asia|Sports|World

China didn’t qualify for the World Cup. But its fans still have a star: a card-wielding referee

China didn’t qualify for the World Cup. But its fans still have a star: a card-wielding referee

China didn’t qualify for the World Cup. But its fans still have a star: a card-wielding referee
Interview|Sports|World

Lamine Yamal ‘had what other kids didn’t,’ says his former Barcelona youth team coach

Lamine Yamal ‘had what other kids didn’t,’ says his former Barcelona youth team coach

Lamine Yamal ‘had what other kids didn’t,’ says his former Barcelona youth team coach
Business|Health|Political|Sports|Travel|World

What you should know about G7 host town Evian-Les-Bains

French President Emmanuel Macron has picked the lakeside town of Evian-les-Bains, nestled at the foot of the Alps on Lake Geneva to host this year's

What you should know about G7 host town Evian-Les-Bains
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

UFC brings its trademark mayhem to the White House as President Trump celebrates 80th birthday

Donald Trump hosted a UFC event on the White House Lawn for his 80th birthday

UFC brings its trademark mayhem to the White House as President Trump celebrates 80th birthday
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Once a journeyman, Brandon Bussi backstops the Hurricanes to the Stanley Cup championship

Rod Brind'Amour praised Brandon Bussi before the Stanley Cup Final, relieved the Carolina Hurricanes hadn't needed their backup goalie

Once a journeyman, Brandon Bussi backstops the Hurricanes to the Stanley Cup championship
Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Puerto Rican Day Parade marches through Manhattan with pulsing music and vibrant colors

New Yorkers who weren’t partied out after the Knicks championship found another excuse to celebrate as the National Puerto Rican Day Parade marched through Manhattan with pulsing music and vibrant colors

Puerto Rican Day Parade marches through Manhattan with pulsing music and vibrant colors
Europe|Sports|World

Sweden gets 2 goals from Yasin Ayari and pounds Tunisia 5-1 to move atop World Cup Group F

Yasin Ayari scored twice and Sweden showed it belonged at the 2026 World Cup, pounding Tunisia 5-1 to move atop Group F

Sweden gets 2 goals from Yasin Ayari and pounds Tunisia 5-1 to move atop World Cup Group F
Environment|Lifestyle|Science|Sports|Technology

Some anglers praise forward-facing sonar, others say high-tech fishing ruins a day at the lake

The use of advanced sonar to catch fish has some anglers divided about the point of heading out onto the lake

Some anglers praise forward-facing sonar, others say high-tech fishing ruins a day at the lake
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political|Sports|US|Videos

Logan Paul, Tkachuk brothers part of pre-fight festivities before a watch party on the Ellipse

Hockey stars Matthew and Brady Tkachuk were part of pre-fight festivities for UFC Freedom 250, the mixed martial arts event on the South Lawn of the White House on President Donald Trump’s 80th birthday

Logan Paul, Tkachuk brothers part of pre-fight festivities before a watch party on the Ellipse
Business|Entertainment|Sports|World

NHL-Hurricanes beat Golden Knights to win second Stanley Cup title, Staal named playoff MVP

The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Vegas Golden Knights 3-0 on Sunday to win their second Stanley Cup championship and first since 2006.

NHL-Hurricanes beat Golden Knights to win second Stanley Cup title, Staal named playoff MVP
Entertainment|Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Scotland's Tartan Army switches sports for a day in Boston

Thousands of Scotland supporters who have descended on Boston for the World Cup took time off from football on Sunday to switch their focus to a different sport - baseball.

Soccer-Scotland's Tartan Army switches sports for a day in Boston
Sports|World

Amad Diallo scores in the 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast past Ecuador 1-0 in the World Cup

Amad Diallo scored in the 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast to a 1-0 victory over Ecuador in its first World Cup appearance in a dozen years

Amad Diallo scores in the 90th minute to lift Ivory Coast past Ecuador 1-0 in the World Cup
Sports

Rockies hit jackpot with 23 runs in steamy Vegas as A's finish wild stretch in future home

All those home games at hitter-friendly Coors Field, and the Colorado Rockies never rang up the scoreboard the way they did Sunday in steamy Las Vegas

Rockies hit jackpot with 23 runs in steamy Vegas as A's finish wild stretch in future home
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Meet the new kids on the World Cup block

Meet the new kids on the World Cup block

Meet the new kids on the World Cup block
Political|Sports|Travel|World

Iran's World Cup experience is less joyful amid war with host US, team captain says before debut

Iran captain Mehdi Taremi says his team is having a challenging World Cup experience amid the multifold disruptions caused by the tensions created by their nation’s war with the co-host U.S. The Iranians arrived in the Los Angeles area on Sunday from their training base in Tijuana, Mexico

Iran's World Cup experience is less joyful amid war with host US, team captain says before debut
Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Uruguay's flight to Miami for World Cup match delayed due to airline error

Uruguay's flight from Mexico to Miami for their World Cup opener was delayed by several hours on Sunday due to an airline error, FIFA said.

Soccer-Uruguay's flight to Miami for World Cup match delayed due to airline error
Sports|Travel|World

Soccer-Iran team arrive in US for World Cup opener as the two nations reach peace deal

Iran's soccer team arrived in the United States for the first time at this World Cup on Sunday, landing at Los Angeles

Soccer-Iran team arrive in US for World Cup opener as the two nations reach peace deal
Sports|World

Daichi Kamada's late goal gives Japan a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in World Cup opener for both

Daichi Kamada deflected a header by teammate Koki Ogawa into the Dutch goal in the 88th minute, sending the Samurai Blue fans into a frenzy and giving Japan a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in their World Cup opener

Daichi Kamada's late goal gives Japan a 2-2 draw with the Netherlands in World Cup opener for both
Health|Sports|World

Bud Cauley wins the Canadian Open to cap long comeback from 2018 car accident

Bud Cauley took the lead with a birdie chip on the par-4 12th and won the RBC Canadian Open in rain and wind Sunday for his first PGA Tour title, eight years after his career nearly ended in a car accident at the Memorial

Bud Cauley wins the Canadian Open to cap long comeback from 2018 car accident
Celebrity|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Justin Trudeau skipped Canada World Cup opener because girlfriend Katy Perry performed at US game

Former Canada Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attended the United States’ World Cup opener against Paraguay rather than his own nation’s game vs

Justin Trudeau skipped Canada World Cup opener because girlfriend Katy Perry performed at US game
Business|Entertainment|Sports

Rockies set club record for runs with 23-9 victory over A's in Las Vegas heat

Willi Castro had seven RBIs, Hunter Goodman got five hits and the Colorado Rockies set a franchise record for runs in a 23-9 victory over the Athletics on a 101-degree afternoon at Las Vegas Ballpark

Rockies set club record for runs with 23-9 victory over A's in Las Vegas heat
Political|Sports|US

Alabama's GOP dismisses a residency challenge to Tuberville's bid for Alabama governor

The Alabama Republican Party says U.S. Sen. Tommy Tuberville will remain the party’s gubernatorial nominee

Alabama's GOP dismisses a residency challenge to Tuberville's bid for Alabama governor
Sports

Gina Kim and Yana Wilson team to win the Dow Championship for their first LPGA Tour titles

Gina Kim and Yana Wilson teamed to win the Dow Championship on Sunday for their first LPGA Tour titles, closing with an 8-under 62 in best-ball play for a two-stroke victory over Hyo Joo Kim and Hye-Jin Choi

Gina Kim and Yana Wilson team to win the Dow Championship for their first LPGA Tour titles
Arts|Entertainment|Sports

Golovkin and Tarver lead the class of 2026 into the International Boxing Hall of Fame

Gennadiy Golovkin was always more about big punches than big words

Golovkin and Tarver lead the class of 2026 into the International Boxing Hall of Fame
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

One Extraordinary Photo: Raphinha, Hakimi and their shadows

Matt Slocum, a staff photographer for The Associated Press in Philadelphia, has been with the AP for over 20 years

One Extraordinary Photo: Raphinha, Hakimi and their shadows
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Denny Hamlin wins the NASCAR Cup race at Pocono for his third straight victory

Denny Hamlin is still planning to retire at the end of next season but won the NASCAR Cup Series race at Pocono Raceway for his third consecutive victory

Denny Hamlin wins the NASCAR Cup race at Pocono for his third straight victory
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

A night of raw emotion and chaos: 63 arrested as Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship

A night of raw emotion and chaos: 63 arrested as Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship

A night of raw emotion and chaos: 63 arrested as Knicks fans celebrate NBA championship
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Europe|Finance|Lifestyle|Opinion|Political|Science|Sports|Technology|World

Swiss reject population cap in referendum, avoiding EU clash and cheering business

Switzerland on Sunday rejected a proposal to cap its population at 10 million as voters prioritised economic stability and

Swiss reject population cap in referendum, avoiding EU clash and cheering business
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Travel|World

Orange Suit Man brings Dutch soccer pride to North Texas

Orange Suit Man brings Dutch soccer pride to North Texas

Orange Suit Man brings Dutch soccer pride to North Texas
Crime|Political|Sports

Three Philadelphia police officers shot in Wynnefield expected to be OK, suspected shooter dead

Three Philadelphia police officers shot in Wynnefield expected to be OK, suspected shooter dead

Three Philadelphia police officers shot in Wynnefield expected to be OK, suspected shooter dead
Environment|Science|Sports|Technology|World

Most World Cup stadiums have Rutgers turfgrass, which is tested for toughness at a research farm in New Jersey

Most World Cup stadiums have Rutgers turfgrass, which is tested for toughness at a research farm in New Jersey

Most World Cup stadiums have Rutgers turfgrass, which is tested for toughness at a research farm in New Jersey
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Basketball-Chaos and confetti settle as New York City prepares Knicks celebration

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani had three words for his constituents early on Sunday after his beloved Knicks broke a 53-year-old NBA title drought: "

Basketball-Chaos and confetti settle as New York City prepares Knicks celebration
Arts|Entertainment|Sports

After 53 years, the New York Knicks are NBA champions. And the wait sure seemed worth it

The New York Knicks have won the NBA championship for the first time since 1973, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in five games

After 53 years, the New York Knicks are NBA champions. And the wait sure seemed worth it
Europe|Sports|World

Hamilton celebrates 1st victory with Ferrari after winning Barcelona GP as Antonelli breaks down

Lewis Hamilton has won his first race since joining Ferrari two years ago while Formula 1 leader Kimi Antonelli broke down at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix

Hamilton celebrates 1st victory with Ferrari after winning Barcelona GP as Antonelli breaks down
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Mike Brown now has been part of 5 NBA championship runs. The Knicks got this one right

Mike Brown didn’t seem to be the New York Knicks’ first choice to take over as coach last spring, when the team fired Tom Thibodeau and was linked to at least a half-dozen other candidates who held various jobs around the NBA

Mike Brown now has been part of 5 NBA championship runs. The Knicks got this one right
Europe|Sports|Travel|World

Rain sends Germany and Curacao fans on pre-match hunt for umbrellas and beer

An early morning storm soaked Germany and Curacao fans arriving early at the stadium for their teams' World Cup opener on Sunday, sending them scrambling for umbrellas,

Rain sends Germany and Curacao fans on pre-match hunt for umbrellas and beer
Business|Entertainment|Sports

The NBA offseason begins, with lots of eyes on Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James and more

And just like that, it’s next season in the NBA

The NBA offseason begins, with lots of eyes on Giannis Antetokounmpo, LeBron James and more
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|Technology

How smartphones and the New York Knicks created Brooklyn’s biggest block party

How smartphones and the New York Knicks created Brooklyn’s biggest block party

How smartphones and the New York Knicks created Brooklyn’s biggest block party
Sports|Travel|World

World Cup referee Omar Artan will receive full fee from FIFA despite being denied entry to the US

The Somali referee who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup will still be paid his full tournament fee

World Cup referee Omar Artan will receive full fee from FIFA despite being denied entry to the US
Entertainment|Sports

The NBA's Wemby era is clearly underway. But he's still waiting for his first NBA title

Victor Wembanyama had to watch the visiting team become champions, again

The NBA's Wemby era is clearly underway. But he's still waiting for his first NBA title
Arts|Political|Sports|World

‘Who are we cheering for?’ Iranian Americans face their most complicated World Cup

‘Who are we cheering for?’ Iranian Americans face their most complicated World Cup

‘Who are we cheering for?’ Iranian Americans face their most complicated World Cup
Lifestyle|Sports|World

‘A bird that flies never leaves a trace’: Why is Japan always so tidy at the World Cup?

‘A bird that flies never leaves a trace’: Why is Japan always so tidy at the World Cup?

‘A bird that flies never leaves a trace’: Why is Japan always so tidy at the World Cup?
Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|US

Mayhem mars euphoria as New York City celebrates the Knicks' first championship in 53 years

It was bedlam on Broadway as the New York Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years, with exuberant celebrations marred by mayhem and violence, including a shooting in Times Square

Mayhem mars euphoria as New York City celebrates the Knicks' first championship in 53 years
Food|Sports|Travel|World

In Tijuana, Iran's tiny diaspora agrees on little — except Team Melli

Some 25 miles (40 km) south of the U.S.-Mexico border, nestled between taquerias in the suburbs of Tijuana, hangs a flag in

In Tijuana, Iran's tiny diaspora agrees on little — except Team Melli
Arts|Crime|Sports|US|World

World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win

A World Cup bus was set alight and a teenager suffered a gunshot wound during chaotic scenes in Midtown Manhattan as thousands of basketball

World Cup bus set alight as chaotic celebrations erupt in Manhattan after Knicks win
Sports|World

Australia spoils Turkey's return to the World Cup with a 2-0 victory

Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe scored and Australia spoiled Turkey’s return to the World Cup for the first time in 24 years with a 2-0 victory on Saturday night

Australia spoils Turkey's return to the World Cup with a 2-0 victory
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US

NBA-Knicks defeat Spurs to snap 53-year NBA title drought

The New York Knicks defeated the San Antonio Spurs 94-90 on Saturday to claim their first NBA championship since 1973, putting the long-suffering franchise back

NBA-Knicks defeat Spurs to snap 53-year NBA title drought
Entertainment|Sports

Jalen Brunson’s MVP-winning performance cements his legacy as the greatest New York Knick of all time

Jalen Brunson’s MVP-winning performance cements his legacy as the greatest New York Knick of all time

Jalen Brunson’s MVP-winning performance cements his legacy as the greatest New York Knick of all time
Arts|Sports

Jalen Brunson bet on himself and bet on the Knicks. A championship and a Finals MVP was his reward

Jalen Brunson was fully aware of how much money some people spent to see the New York Knicks finally become champions again

Jalen Brunson bet on himself and bet on the Knicks. A championship and a Finals MVP was his reward
Arts|Sports

The New York Knicks are NBA champions after another epic comeback ends a 53-year drought

The New York Knicks are NBA champions after another epic comeback ends a 53-year drought

The New York Knicks are NBA champions after another epic comeback ends a 53-year drought
Sports

The Comeback Knicks are the Champion Knicks. Brunson scores 45, and New York tops Spurs for title

Jalen Brunson and the Comeback Knicks did it again

The Comeback Knicks are the Champion Knicks. Brunson scores 45, and New York tops Spurs for title
Sports|World

Curaçao embraces historic World Cup debut against Germany

Curaçao is preparing for its historic World Cup debut against Germany with excitement and pride

Curaçao embraces historic World Cup debut against Germany
Sports|World

Scotland marks 28-year World Cup absence with 1-0 victory over Haiti in Group C

John McGinn deflected a shot off an opposing defender and past goalkeeper Johny Placide in the 28th minute, and Scotland defeated Haiti 1-0 in Group C of the World Cup

Scotland marks 28-year World Cup absence with 1-0 victory over Haiti in Group C
Health|Sports

Guardians star 3B José Ramírez breaks bone in hand during win over Tigers, All-Star out indefinitely

Cleveland Guardians star third baseman José Ramírez broke a bone in his left hand during Saturday’s game and will be sidelined an indefinite period

Guardians star 3B José Ramírez breaks bone in hand during win over Tigers, All-Star out indefinitely
Sports|World

Brazil rallies for 1-1 draw against Morocco in its World Cup opener behind Vinícius Júnior's goal

Vinícius Júnior scored an equalizing goal in the 32nd minute to give five-time champion Brazil a 1-1 draw against Morocco in a pulsating, high-profile group match at the World Cup

Brazil rallies for 1-1 draw against Morocco in its World Cup opener behind Vinícius Júnior's goal
Crime|Health|Sports

49ers mourn the sudden death of former All-Pro linebacker Aldon Smith at 36

Aldon Smith, a former All-Pro linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers whose playing career was sidetracked by legal issues, has died

49ers mourn the sudden death of former All-Pro linebacker Aldon Smith at 36
Arts|Entertainment|Political|Sports|Travel

Crowds flock to White House Ellipse for fan event ahead of UFC fight

Crowds flock to White House Ellipse for fan event ahead of UFC fight

Crowds flock to White House Ellipse for fan event ahead of UFC fight
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Tigers ace Tarik Skubal shows some rust in first start since elbow procedure

Tarik Skubal showed some rust, and that was to be expected

Tigers ace Tarik Skubal shows some rust in first start since elbow procedure
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Jackson Suber takes Canadian Open and goes for first PGA Tour title

Jackson Suber has his first 54-hole lead on the PGA Tour and goes after his first win at the RBC Canadian Open

Jackson Suber takes Canadian Open and goes for first PGA Tour title
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Soccer-Iran face New Zealand in politically charged Los Angeles opener

Iran open their World Cup Group G campaign against New Zealand in Los Angeles on Monday in a match shaped as much by events off the pitch as by the

Soccer-Iran face New Zealand in politically charged Los Angeles opener
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Dodgers' Yamamoto loses no-hit bid on Peters' leadoff homer for the White Sox in the 9th inning

Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Yoshinobu Yamamoto lost a bid for a no-hitter when Tristan Peters hit a leadoff homer for the Chicago White Sox in the ninth inning

Dodgers' Yamamoto loses no-hit bid on Peters' leadoff homer for the White Sox in the 9th inning
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Skubal throws 80 pitches in return from elbow surgery, takes loss as Guardians down Tigers 3-1

Tarik Skubal was tagged for a two-run homer by Cleveland’s Daniel Schneemann in the two-time reigning Cy Young winner’s return from elbow surgery and the Guardians downed the Detroit Tigers 3-1

Skubal throws 80 pitches in return from elbow surgery, takes loss as Guardians down Tigers 3-1
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Boualem Khoukhi's goal on header in stoppage time earns Qatar a 1-1 World Cup draw with Switzerland

Boualem Khoukhi scored an equalizing goal on a header in the fourth minute of stoppage time, and Qatar spoiled a dominant day by Switzerland in a 1-1 draw in Group B of the World Cup

Boualem Khoukhi's goal on header in stoppage time earns Qatar a 1-1 World Cup draw with Switzerland
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South Korean duo takes Dow Championship lead in LPGA team event as Korda and Cowan falter

Hyo Joo Kim and Hye-Jin Choi lead the Dow Championship after a challenging round Saturday

South Korean duo takes Dow Championship lead in LPGA team event as Korda and Cowan falter
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Soccer-Beating the heat no problem for World Cup fans in sweltering Houston

Soaring temperatures failed to dampen the spirits of World Cup supporters who used portable fans, umbrellas and lots of cold liquids to beat

Soccer-Beating the heat no problem for World Cup fans in sweltering Houston
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Shohei Ohtani hits a leadoff homer in return to Dodgers lineup after dealing with knee issue

Looks like Shohei Ohtani is feeling much better

Shohei Ohtani hits a leadoff homer in return to Dodgers lineup after dealing with knee issue
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A dream day for New York fans with Knicks on the road to clinch and Brazil vs. Morocco in World Cup

If there’s a saving grace from the bedlam that is about to ensue in New York City on Saturday, with the Knicks on the verge of a championship and Brazil taking on Morocco in the World Cup, it is that Game 5 of the NBA Finals is on the road

A dream day for New York fans with Knicks on the road to clinch and Brazil vs. Morocco in World Cup
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James Harden is arrested in Houston on a misdemeanor charge of carrying a weapon in a motor vehicle

Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden has been arrested in Houston on a misdemeanor charge of unlawful carrying of a weapon in a motor vehicle, according to the Harris County District Clerk’s Office

James Harden is arrested in Houston on a misdemeanor charge of carrying a weapon in a motor vehicle
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Olympic gold medal-Stanley Cup double is at stake for Americans in the final

Jaccob Slavin is one win away from becoming the second American to win an Olympic gold medal and the Stanley Cup in the same year

Olympic gold medal-Stanley Cup double is at stake for Americans in the final
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70 seconds, 26 passes and an iconic World Cup moment for the US and Gio Reyna

Gio Reyna's goal might go down as one of the iconic moments of the 2026 World Cup

70 seconds, 26 passes and an iconic World Cup moment for the US and Gio Reyna
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The World Cup hits full gear on a massive Saturday

The World Cup hits full gear on a massive Saturday

The World Cup hits full gear on a massive Saturday
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Motels, marshland and luxury rates: Welcome to the World Cup in New Jersey

Days before the kickoff of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, there was no

Motels, marshland and luxury rates: Welcome to the World Cup in New Jersey
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Knicks pull off greatest comeback in NBA Finals history

The New York Knicks pulled off the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history, rallying from a 29-point deficit to defeat the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 by a score of 107-106. CNN's Omar Jimenez reports.

Knicks pull off greatest comeback in NBA Finals history
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US heat wave doesn’t have to derail summer fun or fitness. Here are hydration tips, what to eat and when to exercise

US heat wave doesn’t have to derail summer fun or fitness. Here are hydration tips, what to eat and when to exercise

US heat wave doesn’t have to derail summer fun or fitness. Here are hydration tips, what to eat and when to exercise
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Brazil hopes to end a 24-year wait for World Cup glory. The pressure has never been greater

Brazil hopes to end a 24-year wait for World Cup glory. The pressure has never been greater

Brazil hopes to end a 24-year wait for World Cup glory. The pressure has never been greater
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Misiorowski throws first professional complete game on another night of record velocity

Jacob Misiorowski keeps setting records for velocity by a starting pitcher

Misiorowski throws first professional complete game on another night of record velocity
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A perfectly American start to the USA’s 2026 World Cup

A perfectly American start to the USA’s 2026 World Cup

A perfectly American start to the USA’s 2026 World Cup
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Inside the crowd drawn to Trump's unusual UFC fight night at the White House

Throngs of UFC fans have descended on the nation's capital for an unusual fight night at the White House

Inside the crowd drawn to Trump's unusual UFC fight night at the White House
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‘This wasn’t on my Pinterest mood board’: NYC weddings overlap with potential Knicks clinch

‘This wasn’t on my Pinterest mood board’: NYC weddings overlap with potential Knicks clinch

‘This wasn’t on my Pinterest mood board’: NYC weddings overlap with potential Knicks clinch
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Drones and lone wolf attacks are key concerns as FBI works to secure 11 World Cup cities

Drones and lone wolf attacks are key concerns as FBI works to secure 11 World Cup cities

Drones and lone wolf attacks are key concerns as FBI works to secure 11 World Cup cities
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Soccer-US thrash Paraguay in LA to launch home World Cup in style

The United States opened their World Cup campaign with a 4-1 win over Paraguay on Friday, powered by a first-half double from striker Folarin

Soccer-US thrash Paraguay in LA to launch home World Cup in style
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Folarin Balogun, who could have played for England or Nigeria, scores 2 for US in World Cup debut

Folarin Balogun chose to play for the U.S. and made a splashy World Cup debut

Folarin Balogun, who could have played for England or Nigeria, scores 2 for US in World Cup debut
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How Americans celebrated the bicentennial — with fireworks, a Freedom Train and Farrah

In 1976, as the United States prepared to celebrate its 200th anniversary, the mood was ambivalent

How Americans celebrated the bicentennial — with fireworks, a Freedom Train and Farrah
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Roaring crowds in stars and stripes show up for the US team, and soccer's moment in their country

Roaring crowds wearing stars and stripes came out to support the U.S. men's soccer team in their World Cup opener against Paraguay

Roaring crowds in stars and stripes show up for the US team, and soccer's moment in their country
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US opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sparked by Balogun's 2 goals

The U.S. has opened its first home World Cup in 32 years with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay

US opens its home World Cup with a dynamic 4-1 victory over Paraguay, sparked by Balogun's 2 goals
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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani misses series opener against White Sox because of knee soreness

Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani is day to day with left knee inflammation

Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani misses series opener against White Sox because of knee soreness
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A coalition sues to block Kentucky’s new 14.25% prediction markets tax

A coalition including Kalshi, Crypto

A coalition sues to block Kentucky’s new 14.25% prediction markets tax
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Misiorowski strikes out 15 in complete-game 1-hitter as Brewers beat Phillies 6-0

Jacob Misiorowski struck out a career-high 15 and pitched a complete-game one-hitter to lead the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-0 win over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night

Misiorowski strikes out 15 in complete-game 1-hitter as Brewers beat Phillies 6-0
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Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez becomes 1st MLB player to hit grand slam, multi-run HR in 1st inning

Yordan Alvarez became the first player to hit a grand slam and multi-run homer in the first inning of a Major League Baseball game, pulling off the feat for Houston against Kansas City on Friday night

Astros slugger Yordan Alvarez becomes 1st MLB player to hit grand slam, multi-run HR in 1st inning
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`Inside the NBA' making the most of its 1st appearance in the finals

Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith are certainly enjoying anchoring pregame, halftime and postgame NBA Finals coverage for the first time

`Inside the NBA' making the most of its 1st appearance in the finals
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Larin scores in 78th minute to rally Canada to 1-1 draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup opener

Late substitute Cyle Larin scored in the 78th minute and co-host Canada earned its first-ever point in a World Cup by rallying for a 1-1 draw against Bosnia-Herzegovina

Larin scores in 78th minute to rally Canada to 1-1 draw with Bosnia-Herzegovina in World Cup opener
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Korda and Cowan 2 back in LPGA team event. Inkster advances to weekend at record age of 66

Nelly Korda found the perfect tonic for the week after the biggest win of her career

Korda and Cowan 2 back in LPGA team event. Inkster advances to weekend at record age of 66
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Ben James takes lead in Canada in his pro debut

Ben James is making quite the impression in his professional debut

Ben James takes lead in Canada in his pro debut
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The Latest: Pakistan says US and Iran agree on ‘final’ text of a peace deal

Pakistan's prime minister says the United States and Iran have agreed on a final text for a peace deal

The Latest: Pakistan says US and Iran agree on ‘final’ text of a peace deal
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Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond calls on the Big 12 to suspend Brendan Sorsby in Texas Tech saga

Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond publicly called on the Big 12 to suspend Brendan Sorsby after the Texas Tech quarterback won a court order restoring his eligibility

Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond calls on the Big 12 to suspend Brendan Sorsby in Texas Tech saga
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Wemby, Spurs still believers, even while down 3-1 to Knicks in NBA Finals

Victor Wembanyama, the tallest man in these NBA Finals, is about to face the tallest order of his basketball career

Wemby, Spurs still believers, even while down 3-1 to Knicks in NBA Finals
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King Charles appoints actor Helen Mirren to a select group in his birthday honors list

Helen Mirren, one of the world’s most acclaimed actors, has joined a select group of people recognized by King Charles III for their “major contribution” to British life

King Charles appoints actor Helen Mirren to a select group in his birthday honors list
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Spurs fans still believe they can overcome 3-1 deficit against Knicks to capture 6th NBA title

San Antonio Spurs fans have been here before, and they’re not going anywhere

Spurs fans still believe they can overcome 3-1 deficit against Knicks to capture 6th NBA title
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The Latino duo helping fuel the Knicks’ historic NBA Finals run

The Latino duo helping fuel the Knicks’ historic NBA Finals run

The Latino duo helping fuel the Knicks’ historic NBA Finals run
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Canada draws level with Bosnia in second half of co-host’s World Cup opener

Canada draws level with Bosnia in second half of co-host’s World Cup opener

Canada draws level with Bosnia in second half of co-host’s World Cup opener
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Utah resident caught in drama after building pickleball court

Utah resident caught in drama after building pickleball court

Utah resident caught in drama after building pickleball court
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The NBA Finals have been close. Still, Knicks are in command and need 1 win over Spurs for the title

The final moments in each of the first four games between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs in these NBA Finals had much in common

The NBA Finals have been close. Still, Knicks are in command and need 1 win over Spurs for the title
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Visa denial sidelines Thomas Partey for Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto

Ghana midfielder Thomas Partey will not play in his team's World Cup opener Wednesday after Canada denied his visa application while he awaits trial in London on multiple charges of rape

Visa denial sidelines Thomas Partey for Ghana’s World Cup opener against Panama in Toronto
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Broncos' Jonathon Cooper arrested for second time in a week, issued stricter no-contact order

Denver Broncos pass rusher Jonathon Cooper is facing more legal trouble

Broncos' Jonathon Cooper arrested for second time in a week, issued stricter no-contact order
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Soccer-Iran team chief slams FIFA’s 'lack of coordination' on visa issues

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has failed to deliver on promises to secure full access for the Iranian soccer federation to attend the team's three

Soccer-Iran team chief slams FIFA’s 'lack of coordination' on visa issues
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NFL says no discipline for Stefon Diggs under its personal conduct policy

Stefon Diggs won’t face discipline from the NFL after a league review determined that there wasn’t enough evidence to punish him under its personal conduct policy

NFL says no discipline for Stefon Diggs under its personal conduct policy