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Some of the most dedicated World Cup fans skipping this year's tournament, citing costs and politics
Exactly how many fans are staying away is unclear, but the warning signs are there.
Nick Saban lends support to college sports bill as SEC, Big Ten push back
The two most powerful conferences in college sports argue the bill “leaves critical issues unresolved.”
After escaping the Taliban and years in exile, the Afghan women's soccer team rises again
The Afghanistan soccer federation doesn’t recognize the women’s team. But in April, soccer’s world governing body granted the Afghan women’s team eligibility for international competition.
Taxi feud sows confusion at Mexico City airport as World Cup looms
Protests by airport-authorized companies are resulting in fines for Uber drivers and disarray for fans.
Andersen remains steady in emotional win as Hurricanes advance to Stanley Cup Final
Frederik Andersen's composed performance helped send Carolina to the Stanley Cup Final in an emotional breakthrough for the Hurricanes.
New York, New Jersey announce probe into FIFA’s World Cup ticketing practices
New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport called ticket sales for this year’s World Cup tournament a "gauntlet of confusion, fake scarcity and impossibly high prices."
Judge blows final whistle in FIFA bribery case
U.S. Attorney Joseph Nocella Jr. appeared solo for the government at Wednesday's hearing, an unusual move that prompted a remark from the judge.
Boxer Floyd Mayweather accuses ex-manager of $175 million swindle
The champion boxer accuses his former investment manager of duping him out of tens of millions of dollars at a time in a series of unauthorized transactions.
Cleveland Guardians pitchers ask judge to toss rigged betting charge
The MLB players say the government didn't meet the elements essential to bringing a wire fraud charge.
Gatorade's thirst-quenching claims challenged in class action
The plaintiffs take issue with new labeling that declares the beverage inside "hydrates better than water," saying that claim "is and has been proven false."
Tatís strikes out in fight against contract signed as a teen
A San Diego judge denied Fernando Tatís Jr.’s attempt to vacate a $3.7 million arbitration award tied to a contract he signed at the age of 18.