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Today: June 12, 2026
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Stephen A. Smith doubles down on blaming Trump for Knicks loss

Stephen A. Smith blames President Trump for the Knicks' Game 3 loss, arguing Trump's appearance at Madison Square Garden disrupted the team's momentum during its first NBA Finals run in decades. Smith says Trump, a longtime Knicks fan, should have understood the significance of the moment and the impact of displacing thousands of fans gathered outside the arena.

June 11, 2026
Stephen A. Smith doubles down on blaming Trump for Knicks loss
Environment|Health|Lifestyle|Science|Sports

Going fishing? Officials confirm carp from Utah Lake are safe to eat after 20 years

Going fishing? Officials confirm carp from Utah Lake are safe to eat after 20 years

June 12, 2026
Going fishing? Officials confirm carp from Utah Lake are safe to eat after 20 years
Sports|World

World Cup beginner’s guide: What you need to know for the biggest sporting event in the world

World Cup beginner’s guide: What you need to know for the biggest sporting event in the world

June 08, 2026
World Cup beginner’s guide: What you need to know for the biggest sporting event in the world
Arts|Economy|Education|Entertainment|Political|Sports

At least six states are bowing out of Trump’s ‘Great American State Fair’

At least six states are bowing out of Trump’s ‘Great American State Fair’

June 11, 2026
At least six states are bowing out of Trump’s ‘Great American State Fair’
Arts|Sports

How the Knicks pulled off the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history

How the Knicks pulled off the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history

June 11, 2026
How the Knicks pulled off the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history
Americas|Crime|Entertainment|Sports

Victor Wembanyama nearly hit by egg following loss to Knicks, video shows

Victor Wembanyama was nearly struck by a flying egg as he returned to his hotel room Wednesday following the Spurs' loss to the Knicks

June 11, 2026
Victor Wembanyama nearly hit by egg following loss to Knicks, video shows
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Opelousas native earns Banana Ball tryout invite

Opelousas native earns Banana Ball tryout invite

June 12, 2026
Opelousas native earns Banana Ball tryout invite
Business|Education|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Hustle on and off the court: Brothers launch bin cleaning business to fund basketball camp

Hustle on and off the court: Brothers launch bin cleaning business to fund basketball camp

June 11, 2026
Hustle on and off the court: Brothers launch bin cleaning business to fund basketball camp
Europe|Sports|World

Alonso signals he is nearing end of F1 career in his likely farewell to Barcelona

Two-time Formula 1 champion Fernando Alonso has signaled he is near the end of his career after saying Sunday’s race will likely be his last in Barcelona

June 11, 2026
Alonso signals he is nearing end of F1 career in his likely farewell to Barcelona
Business|Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

2-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal is returning to Tigers' rotation against the Guardians

Two-time reigning Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal will return to Detroit’s starting lineup against Cleveland

June 11, 2026
2-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal is returning to Tigers' rotation against the Guardians
Arts|Entertainment|Sports

The Spurs are still believers, but it's the Knicks who are 1 game from winning the NBA title

Victor Wembanyama surely knew he was overstating the obvious when he pointed out that there are two possible outcomes for Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Saturday night

June 11, 2026
The Spurs are still believers, but it's the Knicks who are 1 game from winning the NBA title
Business|Economy|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

Nike's World Cup play: take on Adidas and revitalize the brand

As the World Cup kicks off, Nike and Adidas are competing on and off the field. Nike needs a win.

June 11, 2026
Nike's World Cup play: take on Adidas and revitalize the brand
Business|Economy|Sports|Travel|World

Here’s everything you can expect from World Cup kickoff day

Here’s everything you can expect from World Cup kickoff day

June 11, 2026
Here’s everything you can expect from World Cup kickoff day
Business|Sports|World

World ski president Eliasch loses election by one vote and alleges IOC influence

World ski federation leader Johan Eliasch has been ousted in a tight presidential election

June 11, 2026
World ski president Eliasch loses election by one vote and alleges IOC influence
Business|Sports|World

Still thinking about World Cup tickets? Here's where prices, availability stand

The World Cup starts Thursday, and FIFA is charging record prices at the 11 stadiums in the United States, three in Mexico and two in Canada

June 11, 2026
Still thinking about World Cup tickets? Here's where prices, availability stand
Sports|World

Somali ref Artan picked for showpiece UEFA game after being barred by US from World Cup

Somali referee Omar Artan who was barred by the United States from the World Cup has been picked for the showcase UEFA Super Cup game in August

June 11, 2026
Somali ref Artan picked for showpiece UEFA game after being barred by US from World Cup
Economy|Sports|Travel|World

Pricey World Cup keeps fans away, hits US hotels, airlines

Hours before the World Cup kickoff, the boost to travel and tourism expected from this year’s biggest sporting event has yet to

June 11, 2026
Pricey World Cup keeps fans away, hits US hotels, airlines
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports

Inside the ‘highly complex’ preparations for Trump’s UFC fight: $60M for staging, 494 port-a-potties and other logistics

Inside the ‘highly complex’ preparations for Trump’s UFC fight: $60M for staging, 494 port-a-potties and other logistics

June 11, 2026
Inside the ‘highly complex’ preparations for Trump’s UFC fight: $60M for staging, 494 port-a-potties and other logistics
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Sports|Stock Markets|US

Trump administration proposes new rules on prediction markets that would still allow most sports activity

Trump administration proposes new rules on prediction markets that would still allow most sports activity

June 10, 2026
Trump administration proposes new rules on prediction markets that would still allow most sports activity
Sports

New York Knicks on the brink of a title after pulling off the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history

New York Knicks on the brink of a title after pulling off the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history

June 11, 2026
New York Knicks on the brink of a title after pulling off the greatest comeback in NBA Finals history
Sports|Travel|World

Scotland World Cup fans arrive in Boston, say they ran out of beer on flight: "I'm going to find Cheers"

Scotland World Cup fans arrive in Boston, say they ran out of beer on flight: "I'm going to find Cheers"

June 11, 2026
Scotland World Cup fans arrive in Boston, say they ran out of beer on flight: "I'm going to find Cheers"
Arts|Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

Few Americans back Trump's White House cage match plan, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

Few Americans, including only a third of Republicans, approve of President Donald Trump's plan to hold mixed martial arts cage matches at the White House

June 11, 2026
Few Americans back Trump's White House cage match plan, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Crime|Political|Sports|Technology|World

Kash Patel on the FBI's defining test: securing the World Cup

With 48 teams, 36 base camps and 11 stadiums, the World Cup, which kicks off on Thursday, is one of the biggest security challenges the FBI has ever

June 11, 2026
Kash Patel on the FBI's defining test: securing the World Cup
Celebrity|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Serena Williams' comeback at the Queen's Club is over after injury to doubles partner

Serena Williams’ much-hyped comeback to professional tennis in London has lasted just one match

June 11, 2026
Serena Williams' comeback at the Queen's Club is over after injury to doubles partner
Sports|US|World

Athletics-United States' Tharp breaks 110m hurdles world record

American Ja'Kobe Tharp broke the 110 metres hurdles world record with a blistering time of 12.75 seconds at the NCAA outdoor track and field championships at Hayward Field in

June 11, 2026
Athletics-United States' Tharp breaks 110m hurdles world record
Business|Entertainment|Fashion and Beauty|Lifestyle|Sports|World

Asics' 'Kill Bill' sneaker brand Onitsuka Tiger laces up for global expansion

Asics' Onitsuka Tiger, famed for its yellow and black sneakers, is embarking on a global expansion to capitalise on booming

June 11, 2026
Asics' 'Kill Bill' sneaker brand Onitsuka Tiger laces up for global expansion
Entertainment|Sports|US|World

The Miracle at MSG: What it was like to know you just saw something special

The Miracle at MSG: What it was like to know you just saw something special

June 11, 2026
The Miracle at MSG: What it was like to know you just saw something special
Arts|Economy|Entertainment|Environment|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Mexico City installed a chandelier in its metro for the World Cup. Then came the crush of memes

Chandelier and lamps reminiscent of “Harry Potter” or “Titanic” have been installed in Mexico City's busy Hidalgo metro station

June 11, 2026
Mexico City installed a chandelier in its metro for the World Cup. Then came the crush of memes
Africa|Political|Sports|World

Somali World Cup referee denied US entry ahead of World Cup

The Trump administration is defending its decision to bar Omar Abdul-Kadir Artan from entering the US, just days before the FIFA World Cup, over alleged links to a terrorist group. Artan, who was named Africa’s top male referee in 2025, would have been the first Somali to referee at the tournament. CNN’s Larry Madowo reports.

June 10, 2026
Somali World Cup referee denied US entry ahead of World Cup
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Basketball-Anunoby's game-winner biggest play in Knicks history, says coach Brown

OG Anunoby's late game-winner will go down as the greatest play in New York Knicks history, coach Mike Brown said, as the home team clinched the biggest

June 11, 2026
Basketball-Anunoby's game-winner biggest play in Knicks history, says coach Brown
Arts|Business|Crime|Lifestyle|Political|Sports

56 taken into custody, 10 officers injured after Knicks Game 4 chaos near MSG

56 taken into custody, 10 officers injured after Knicks Game 4 chaos near MSG

June 10, 2026
56 taken into custody, 10 officers injured after Knicks Game 4 chaos near MSG
Business|Entertainment|Sports

'Right hand from God': One play, 4.5 seconds and a place in Knicks lore

For the New York Knicks, a 53-year wait for another championship might have been decided by what happened in 4 1/2 seconds

June 11, 2026
'Right hand from God': One play, 4.5 seconds and a place in Knicks lore
Sports

Knicks complete record rally from 29 points down and beat Spurs 107-106 for 3-1 NBA Finals lead

The New York Knicks made a record comeback from 29 points down and moved to the brink of their first championship since 1973 by beating the San Antonio Spurs 107-106 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals

June 10, 2026
Knicks complete record rally from 29 points down and beat Spurs 107-106 for 3-1 NBA Finals lead
Business|Economy|Environment|Sports|World

Vietnam's Vingroup forges ahead with 'world's largest stadium' despite demand doubts

Vietnam's Vingroup is accelerating construction in Hanoi of what it says will be the world's largest stadium, betting that future demand will emerge

June 11, 2026
Vietnam's Vingroup forges ahead with 'world's largest stadium' despite demand doubts
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports|World

The secrets behind a memorable World Cup anthem, from Shakira and more

What makes a memorable FIFA World Cup anthem

June 11, 2026
The secrets behind a memorable World Cup anthem, from Shakira and more
Arts|Business|Economy|Entertainment|Political|Sports|Travel|World

The World Cup is in desperate need of a vibe shift. The matches have arrived just in time

The World Cup is in desperate need of a vibe shift. The matches have arrived just in time

June 11, 2026
The World Cup is in desperate need of a vibe shift. The matches have arrived just in time
Sports|World

Victor Wembanyama misses 2 late free throws in NBA Finals Game 4 as Spurs get pushed to the brink

For all the shots Victor Wembanyama hit to get the San Antonio Spurs to the NBA Finals, the series is beginning to be defined by a few of his misses

June 11, 2026
Victor Wembanyama misses 2 late free throws in NBA Finals Game 4 as Spurs get pushed to the brink
Business|Entertainment|Sports|US|World

A 5-run lead slips away as Shohei Ohtani rues a missed ABS challenge in a 9-8 loss

Shohei Ohtani's deference to his catchers might have cost the Los Angeles Dodgers in a 9-8 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates

June 11, 2026
A 5-run lead slips away as Shohei Ohtani rues a missed ABS challenge in a 9-8 loss
Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports

Taylor Swift attends Knicks' record-breaking rally over Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals

Taylor Swift saw a memorable Game 4 of the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs at Madison Square Garden

June 11, 2026
Taylor Swift attends Knicks' record-breaking rally over Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals
Business|Entertainment|Political|Sports|US

'Party poopers': Knicks owner slams Mamdani, NYPD as NBA Finals bring drama

The New York Knicks' owner blasted the mayor and the city on Wednesday for security measures restricting access around Madison Square Garden and canceled a

June 11, 2026
'Party poopers': Knicks owner slams Mamdani, NYPD as NBA Finals bring drama
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Carney says opening of Canada-US bridge may take 'a little longer'

Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney says a new bridge across the Detroit River that U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to block may take longer to open than anticipated

June 10, 2026
Carney says opening of Canada-US bridge may take 'a little longer'
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

California socialite and ex-Dodger must pay $22M in punitive damages over deaths of young brothers

A Los Angeles jury has ordered California socialite Rebecca Grossman to pay $21 million in punitive damages to the parents of two young brothers who died when her car struck them in a hit-and-run collision in 2020

June 11, 2026
California socialite and ex-Dodger must pay $22M in punitive damages over deaths of young brothers
Arts|Entertainment|Political|Sports|World

$60M and 7 federal agencies required to stage Trump's UFC fight at White House

President Donald Trump's UFC fight on the White House's South Lawn requires a monumental effort from more than seven federal agencies, hundreds of staff working onsite daily and about $60 million

June 11, 2026
$60M and 7 federal agencies required to stage Trump's UFC fight at White House
Business|Crime|Economy|Sports|Travel

From cartels to street vendors: Here’s who stands to profit (or not) from World Cup tourism in Mexico

From cartels to street vendors: Here’s who stands to profit (or not) from World Cup tourism in Mexico

June 11, 2026
From cartels to street vendors: Here’s who stands to profit (or not) from World Cup tourism in Mexico
Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

White Sox rookie Braden Montgomery hasn't calmed down after his historic walk-off MLB debut

Braden Montgomery says he doesn't think he has calmed down a day after he hit a game-ending homer in his major league debut

June 11, 2026
White Sox rookie Braden Montgomery hasn't calmed down after his historic walk-off MLB debut
Business|Crime|Entertainment|Sports

A ‘secure zone’ stops Knicks fans from gathering outside MSG, rankling die-hards and the team owner

Ahead of Game 4 of the NBA Finals, the New York Police Department is barring fans from gathering outside Madison Square Garden

June 11, 2026
A ‘secure zone’ stops Knicks fans from gathering outside MSG, rankling die-hards and the team owner
Business|Economy|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-'Chill, Relax': Infantino defends FIFA over World Cup visa issues

"Chill, relax" was Gianni Infantino's message on Wednesday as the FIFA president sought to defuse concerns over visa issues

June 11, 2026
Soccer-'Chill, Relax': Infantino defends FIFA over World Cup visa issues
Business|Crime|Education|Political|Sports|US

Letter: NC State looking into potential legal claims against LSU tied to coach WIll Wade's exit

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June 11, 2026
Letter: NC State looking into potential legal claims against LSU tied to coach WIll Wade's exit
Arts|Business|Celebrity|Entertainment|Sports|World

Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's Club in jeopardy after Victoria Mboko injury

Serena Williams’ doubles campaign at Queen’s Club could be over after one match

June 10, 2026
Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's Club in jeopardy after Victoria Mboko injury
Sports|World

FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry

FIFA President Gianni Infantino has defended World Cup ticket prices by saying they align with North American sports

June 11, 2026
FIFA's Infantino defends World Cup ticket prices, says fans 'should chill' about ref denied US entry
Crime|Education|Entertainment|Health|Sports

Texas Tech defends playing QB Brendan Sorsby amid gambling addiction, says 'it's not murder'

Texas Tech's sports leadership is defending its plans to play quarterback Brendan Sorsby next season while he treats his gambling addiction

June 11, 2026
Texas Tech defends playing QB Brendan Sorsby amid gambling addiction, says 'it's not murder'
Economy|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico on the eve of the World Cup

Mexico City welcomes the world with the opening ceremonies of the FIFA World Cup on Thursday, but social tensions are rising

June 10, 2026
Celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico on the eve of the World Cup
Education|Environment|Health|Sports

Teens rescue man after kayak overturns in pond: "His head kept on going under"

Teens rescue man after kayak overturns in pond: "His head kept on going under"

June 11, 2026
Teens rescue man after kayak overturns in pond: "His head kept on going under"
Business|Political|Sports|World

UFC fighters say they're honored to compete in front of President Trump on card at the White House

UFC heavyweight Josh Hokit is embracing his bold style ahead of the company's debut at the White House

June 11, 2026
UFC fighters say they're honored to compete in front of President Trump on card at the White House
Arts|Entertainment|Food|Interview|Sports|Travel|World

FIFA World Cup excitement in the South Bay kicks off at Santa Clara night market

FIFA World Cup excitement in the South Bay kicks off at Santa Clara night market

June 11, 2026
FIFA World Cup excitement in the South Bay kicks off at Santa Clara night market
Business|Entertainment|Sports|Technology|World

As FIFA entices a new generation of fans, a Brazil influencer's platform will stream all 104 games

In Brazil, home of soccer-mad fans and the five-time world champions, the only way to watch all 104 games of the World Cup will be through the streaming platform anchored by a digital influencer

June 10, 2026
As FIFA entices a new generation of fans, a Brazil influencer's platform will stream all 104 games
Economy|Opinion|Sports|World

Seat the rich! World Cup ticket inflation reflects widening gap between haves and have-nots

The wild swings of dynamic pricing, ongoing accusations of FIFA corruption and questions of host-nation probity have created a huge backlash.

June 10, 2026
Seat the rich! World Cup ticket inflation reflects widening gap between haves and have-nots
Health|Sports|World

Health sleuths are watching for disease threats during the World Cup

Health officials will be on high alert for germs as millions of soccer fans gather for World Cup matches

June 10, 2026
Health sleuths are watching for disease threats during the World Cup
Sports

Golden Knights need improved play from Eichel, Hart and special teams to beat the Hurricanes

The Golden Knights find themselves in a familiar playoff position, needing to win two of the next three games in the Stanley Cup Final against the Hurricanes

June 11, 2026
Golden Knights need improved play from Eichel, Hart and special teams to beat the Hurricanes
Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Family completes late father’s goal of 365 days of catch after he died mid-challenge

Family completes late father’s goal of 365 days of catch after he died mid-challenge

June 11, 2026
Family completes late father’s goal of 365 days of catch after he died mid-challenge
Crime|Political|Sports|Travel|World

Guadalajara ramps up security and promises safe World Cup after cartel violence scare

With the World Cup about to begin, heavily armed police and National Guard officers are patrolling the streets of Guadalajara

June 11, 2026
Guadalajara ramps up security and promises safe World Cup after cartel violence scare
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Sports|Stock Markets|US|World

US derivatives regulator maps out rules for soaring prediction market industry

The top U.S. derivatives regulator on Wednesday released new draft regulations governing the burgeoning prediction markets industry, seeking to cement federal

June 10, 2026
US derivatives regulator maps out rules for soaring prediction market industry
Entertainment|Health|Lifestyle|Sports

Man with limb loss aims to return to PBA tour at 61

Man with limb loss aims to return to PBA tour at 61

June 11, 2026
Man with limb loss aims to return to PBA tour at 61
Sports|World

Lionel Messi shines on eve of World Cup

Lionel Messi shines on eve of World Cup

June 10, 2026
Lionel Messi shines on eve of World Cup
Africa|Sports|US|World

Somali soccer referee denied entry to US for World Cup is welcomed home as a hero

Omar Artan, the soccer referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States for the World Cup tournament, has returned home to a hero's welcome by supporters and officials

June 10, 2026
Somali soccer referee denied entry to US for World Cup is welcomed home as a hero
Crime|Sports|Technology|US|World

Soccer-World Cup security planners race to counter drone risks

Security planners for the World Cup are preparing for drones to pose one of the tournament's most complicated threats, as officials seek to protect

June 10, 2026
Soccer-World Cup security planners race to counter drone risks
Political|Sports|Travel|World

After troubled World Cup lead-in, UN human rights chief urges 'rethink' of US immigration policy

The United Nations’ top human rights official called Wednesday for a “massive rethink” of immigration policies especially in the United States ahead of the World Cup

June 10, 2026
After troubled World Cup lead-in, UN human rights chief urges 'rethink' of US immigration policy
Europe|Sports|World

Pochettino says no Americans among top 100 players yet US can win World Cup

Mauricio Pochettino has been blunt about American soccer talent

June 10, 2026
Pochettino says no Americans among top 100 players yet US can win World Cup
Sports|World

Soccer-Argentina players' passport details leaked in security oversight

A security oversight leaked the passport details of every player in the Argentina squad for Tuesday's pre-World Cup warm-up friendly against Iceland, including Lionel Messi, media

June 10, 2026
Soccer-Argentina players' passport details leaked in security oversight
Business|Health|Sports|Technology|World

Soccer-World Cup waterbreaks offer lucrative opportunity for broadcasters

With hot weather due and memories fresh of the scorching 2025 Club World Cup, FIFA has for the first time mandated three-minute hydration breaks in each

June 10, 2026
Soccer-World Cup waterbreaks offer lucrative opportunity for broadcasters
Sports|US|World

Olympics-LA28 to open second ticket sale after selling 4 million in first release

Organizers of the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics said on Wednesday they will open a second public ticket sale from August 10-20 after selling more than 4

June 10, 2026
Olympics-LA28 to open second ticket sale after selling 4 million in first release
Americas|Entertainment|Europe|Lifestyle|Sports

Dogs on Tour: Professional tennis players bring their pups on the road

At the French Open, puppy love nearly outshined the tennis at Roland Garros. CNN's Don Riddell looks at the canine phenomenon helping players and fans smile.

June 10, 2026
Dogs on Tour: Professional tennis players bring their pups on the road
Entertainment|Food|Sports|Travel|World

Paraguay fans are eager for their long-awaited World Cup return, in the country they now call home

Paraguayan fans are eager to see their national soccer team’s long-awaited return to the World Cup in the country they now call home

June 10, 2026
Paraguay fans are eager for their long-awaited World Cup return, in the country they now call home
Business|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Sports

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni on A.J. Brown trade: "It was a good run"

Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni on A.J. Brown trade: "It was a good run"

June 10, 2026
Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni on A.J. Brown trade: "It was a good run"