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Meet the Jackals: The rowdy, European-style supporters section created by Victor Wembanyama.
February 12, 2026 at 3:19 AM
Meet the Jackals: The rowdy, European-style supporters section created by Victor Wembanyama.
Some of the 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame finalists:
◻️ Candace Parker
◻️ Team USA’s 1996 "Women’s Dream Team"
◻️ Doc Rivers
◻️ Blake Griffin
◻️ Amar’e Stoudemire
◻️ Elena Delle Donne
◻️ Chamique Holdsclaw
◻️ and more
◻️ Candace Parker
◻️ Team USA’s 1996 "Women’s Dream Team"
◻️ Doc Rivers
◻️ Blake Griffin
◻️ Amar’e Stoudemire
◻️ Elena Delle Donne
◻️ Chamique Holdsclaw
◻️ and more
February 12, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Some of the 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame finalists:
◻️ Candace Parker
◻️ Team USA’s 1996 "Women’s Dream Team"
◻️ Doc Rivers
◻️ Blake Griffin
◻️ Amar’e Stoudemire
◻️ Elena Delle Donne
◻️ Chamique Holdsclaw
◻️ and more
◻️ Candace Parker
◻️ Team USA’s 1996 "Women’s Dream Team"
◻️ Doc Rivers
◻️ Blake Griffin
◻️ Amar’e Stoudemire
◻️ Elena Delle Donne
◻️ Chamique Holdsclaw
◻️ and more
World Cup winner and 2x Olympic gold medalist Abby Wambach is ending her 20-year association with the agency led by Casey Wasserman after the Epstein files documented the founder's ties to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
February 12, 2026 at 1:08 AM
World Cup winner and 2x Olympic gold medalist Abby Wambach is ending her 20-year association with the agency led by Casey Wasserman after the Epstein files documented the founder's ties to Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell.
Day 5 of Milan Cortina is in the books, and Norway sits atop the medal count 🥇
February 11, 2026 at 11:32 PM
Day 5 of Milan Cortina is in the books, and Norway sits atop the medal count 🥇
Team USA's Madison Chock and Evan Bates won the silver medal in the Olympic figure skating ice dance competition.
It is their first career Olympic medal in ice dance.
It is their first career Olympic medal in ice dance.
February 11, 2026 at 10:14 PM
Team USA's Madison Chock and Evan Bates won the silver medal in the Olympic figure skating ice dance competition.
It is their first career Olympic medal in ice dance.
It is their first career Olympic medal in ice dance.
BREAKING NEWS: Kansas City Current has signed USWNT midfielder Croix Bethune, the club announced on Wednesday.
The 24-year-old joins the reigning NWSL shield winners through the 2027 season.
The 24-year-old joins the reigning NWSL shield winners through the 2027 season.
February 11, 2026 at 9:57 PM
BREAKING NEWS: Kansas City Current has signed USWNT midfielder Croix Bethune, the club announced on Wednesday.
The 24-year-old joins the reigning NWSL shield winners through the 2027 season.
The 24-year-old joins the reigning NWSL shield winners through the 2027 season.
Bay FC has signed USWNT midfielder Claire Hutton, the club announced today.
In exchange, the Kansas City Current will receive $1.1 million in transfer fees, which is among the most expensive intra-league transfers in NWSL history.
In exchange, the Kansas City Current will receive $1.1 million in transfer fees, which is among the most expensive intra-league transfers in NWSL history.
February 11, 2026 at 9:16 PM
Bay FC has signed USWNT midfielder Claire Hutton, the club announced today.
In exchange, the Kansas City Current will receive $1.1 million in transfer fees, which is among the most expensive intra-league transfers in NWSL history.
In exchange, the Kansas City Current will receive $1.1 million in transfer fees, which is among the most expensive intra-league transfers in NWSL history.
Is Milan Cortina's hottest prize a medal?
To some, it’s actually Tina and Milo, the two mascot stoats representing the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The stuffed animals are flying off the shelves and the best way to get one may be to win an Olympic medal. Talk about motivation 😅
To some, it’s actually Tina and Milo, the two mascot stoats representing the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The stuffed animals are flying off the shelves and the best way to get one may be to win an Olympic medal. Talk about motivation 😅
February 11, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Is Milan Cortina's hottest prize a medal?
To some, it’s actually Tina and Milo, the two mascot stoats representing the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The stuffed animals are flying off the shelves and the best way to get one may be to win an Olympic medal. Talk about motivation 😅
To some, it’s actually Tina and Milo, the two mascot stoats representing the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games.
The stuffed animals are flying off the shelves and the best way to get one may be to win an Olympic medal. Talk about motivation 😅
Team USA’s Jordan Stolz wins the Olympic gold medal in speedskating and sets a new Olympic record.
Stolz, the world-record holder in the event, had been saving the exact blades he broke the record in to wear again in Milan.
Stolz, the world-record holder in the event, had been saving the exact blades he broke the record in to wear again in Milan.
February 11, 2026 at 7:24 PM
Team USA’s Jordan Stolz wins the Olympic gold medal in speedskating and sets a new Olympic record.
Stolz, the world-record holder in the event, had been saving the exact blades he broke the record in to wear again in Milan.
Stolz, the world-record holder in the event, had been saving the exact blades he broke the record in to wear again in Milan.
For former NHL players in Milan, the Olympics are a last chance to earn one more opportunity in the league.
Dominik Kubalik, who plays for Czech Republic, was put on the NHL’s radar by competing in the 2018 Olympics. He last played for the Ottawa Senators in 2023-24.
Dominik Kubalik, who plays for Czech Republic, was put on the NHL’s radar by competing in the 2018 Olympics. He last played for the Ottawa Senators in 2023-24.
February 11, 2026 at 7:02 PM
For former NHL players in Milan, the Olympics are a last chance to earn one more opportunity in the league.
Dominik Kubalik, who plays for Czech Republic, was put on the NHL’s radar by competing in the 2018 Olympics. He last played for the Ottawa Senators in 2023-24.
Dominik Kubalik, who plays for Czech Republic, was put on the NHL’s radar by competing in the 2018 Olympics. He last played for the Ottawa Senators in 2023-24.
Lindsey Vonn delivered a second update on her health since crashing in the Olympic women’s downhill on Sunday.
“I had my 3rd surgery today and it was successful. Success today has a completely different meaning than it did a few days ago.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
“I had my 3rd surgery today and it was successful. Success today has a completely different meaning than it did a few days ago.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
Lindsey Vonn has third surgery, says success now has ‘completely different meaning’
Vonn's post was accompanied by a picture and had a decidedly less upbeat tone than her previous statement.
www.nytimes.com
February 11, 2026 at 6:27 PM
Lindsey Vonn delivered a second update on her health since crashing in the Olympic women’s downhill on Sunday.
“I had my 3rd surgery today and it was successful. Success today has a completely different meaning than it did a few days ago.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
“I had my 3rd surgery today and it was successful. Success today has a completely different meaning than it did a few days ago.”
www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
NEWS: Netflix is pursuing Barry Bonds to be part of its exclusive coverage on Opening Day when the San Francisco Giants host the New York Yankees on March 25th, sources tell The Athletic.
February 11, 2026 at 6:03 PM
NEWS: Netflix is pursuing Barry Bonds to be part of its exclusive coverage on Opening Day when the San Francisco Giants host the New York Yankees on March 25th, sources tell The Athletic.
NEWS: Luka Dončić is part of an investor group headed by former Dallas Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson that is seeking to bring a team to Rome as part of NBA Europe, sources tell The Athletic.
February 11, 2026 at 4:04 PM
NEWS: Luka Dončić is part of an investor group headed by former Dallas Mavericks GM Donnie Nelson that is seeking to bring a team to Rome as part of NBA Europe, sources tell The Athletic.
Moments after claiming bronze in Tuesday’s 20-kilometer men’s biathlon, Norway’s Sturla Holm Laegreid used the spotlight to make an emotional confession about infidelity and lingering feelings for his former partner.
On Wednesday, she responded.
On Wednesday, she responded.
February 11, 2026 at 3:50 PM
Moments after claiming bronze in Tuesday’s 20-kilometer men’s biathlon, Norway’s Sturla Holm Laegreid used the spotlight to make an emotional confession about infidelity and lingering feelings for his former partner.
On Wednesday, she responded.
On Wednesday, she responded.
NEWS: Unrivaled is welcoming back one of its superstars for the league’s stretch run: Angel Reese.
The rebounding leader and defensive player of the year from Unrivaled’s inaugural season is returning to Rose BC for the remainder of the 2026 campaign.
The rebounding leader and defensive player of the year from Unrivaled’s inaugural season is returning to Rose BC for the remainder of the 2026 campaign.
February 11, 2026 at 1:49 PM
NEWS: Unrivaled is welcoming back one of its superstars for the league’s stretch run: Angel Reese.
The rebounding leader and defensive player of the year from Unrivaled’s inaugural season is returning to Rose BC for the remainder of the 2026 campaign.
The rebounding leader and defensive player of the year from Unrivaled’s inaugural season is returning to Rose BC for the remainder of the 2026 campaign.
ICE agents will form a “key part” of the security at this year’s men’s World Cup, its director has said.
Todd Lyons, ICE’s acting director, was responding to a question from Democrat Nellie Pou before a panel in the House of Representatives.
Todd Lyons, ICE’s acting director, was responding to a question from Democrat Nellie Pou before a panel in the House of Representatives.
February 11, 2026 at 12:54 PM
ICE agents will form a “key part” of the security at this year’s men’s World Cup, its director has said.
Todd Lyons, ICE’s acting director, was responding to a question from Democrat Nellie Pou before a panel in the House of Representatives.
Todd Lyons, ICE’s acting director, was responding to a question from Democrat Nellie Pou before a panel in the House of Representatives.
Bum shoulder or not, Chloe Kim is one step closer to history.
The 25-year-old American snowboarder opened her third Olympic Games in style Wednesday in the Italian Alps, topping the field in qualifications for the women’s halfpipe.
The 25-year-old American snowboarder opened her third Olympic Games in style Wednesday in the Italian Alps, topping the field in qualifications for the women’s halfpipe.
February 11, 2026 at 12:35 PM
Bum shoulder or not, Chloe Kim is one step closer to history.
The 25-year-old American snowboarder opened her third Olympic Games in style Wednesday in the Italian Alps, topping the field in qualifications for the women’s halfpipe.
The 25-year-old American snowboarder opened her third Olympic Games in style Wednesday in the Italian Alps, topping the field in qualifications for the women’s halfpipe.
It’s Day 5 of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics with eight more golds decided today.
February 11, 2026 at 12:03 PM
It’s Day 5 of the 2026 Milan Cortina Winter Olympics with eight more golds decided today.
Iga Swiatek was angered by cameras following her every move at the Australian Open — and she wasn’t alone.
But how much privacy should athletes expect? And who decides where the line is drawn?
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
But how much privacy should athletes expect? And who decides where the line is drawn?
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
February 11, 2026 at 11:33 AM
Iga Swiatek was angered by cameras following her every move at the Australian Open — and she wasn’t alone.
But how much privacy should athletes expect? And who decides where the line is drawn?
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
But how much privacy should athletes expect? And who decides where the line is drawn?
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/703...
A bill in the Iowa State Senate was introduced seeking an expansion of its economic growth attraction program with a goal of luring an NFL franchise, specifically the Chicago Bears.
“While Illinois and Indiana squabble over this issue, we are ready to get off the sidelines and into the game."
“While Illinois and Indiana squabble over this issue, we are ready to get off the sidelines and into the game."
February 11, 2026 at 3:55 AM
A bill in the Iowa State Senate was introduced seeking an expansion of its economic growth attraction program with a goal of luring an NFL franchise, specifically the Chicago Bears.
“While Illinois and Indiana squabble over this issue, we are ready to get off the sidelines and into the game."
“While Illinois and Indiana squabble over this issue, we are ready to get off the sidelines and into the game."
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime show reached 128.2M people, down 5.3M viewers from Kendrick Lamar’s performance in 2025, the most watched Super Bowl halftime show ever.
Here's how it compared to the Turning Point USA’s halftime show which was designed as an alternative to Bad Bunny's.
Here's how it compared to the Turning Point USA’s halftime show which was designed as an alternative to Bad Bunny's.
February 11, 2026 at 1:17 AM
Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX halftime show reached 128.2M people, down 5.3M viewers from Kendrick Lamar’s performance in 2025, the most watched Super Bowl halftime show ever.
Here's how it compared to the Turning Point USA’s halftime show which was designed as an alternative to Bad Bunny's.
Here's how it compared to the Turning Point USA’s halftime show which was designed as an alternative to Bad Bunny's.
Austin Klapman walked onto the field at Super Bowl LX dressed as a sugarcane plant for Bad Bunny’s performance.
He decided to document the entire performance on the fitness app Strava. Well, just his steps.
Now he’s reaping the rewards of the public’s fascination with the people behind the bushes.
He decided to document the entire performance on the fitness app Strava. Well, just his steps.
Now he’s reaping the rewards of the public’s fascination with the people behind the bushes.
February 10, 2026 at 11:00 PM
Austin Klapman walked onto the field at Super Bowl LX dressed as a sugarcane plant for Bad Bunny’s performance.
He decided to document the entire performance on the fitness app Strava. Well, just his steps.
Now he’s reaping the rewards of the public’s fascination with the people behind the bushes.
He decided to document the entire performance on the fitness app Strava. Well, just his steps.
Now he’s reaping the rewards of the public’s fascination with the people behind the bushes.
Ilia Malinin delivered, and the Quad God finds himself ideally positioned for an individual gold medal on Thursday.
February 10, 2026 at 10:25 PM
Ilia Malinin delivered, and the Quad God finds himself ideally positioned for an individual gold medal on Thursday.
RIVALRY WIN.
USA women’s hockey dominates Canada and earns the top seed in the knockout stage.
USA women’s hockey dominates Canada and earns the top seed in the knockout stage.
February 10, 2026 at 9:38 PM
RIVALRY WIN.
USA women’s hockey dominates Canada and earns the top seed in the knockout stage.
USA women’s hockey dominates Canada and earns the top seed in the knockout stage.
Sturla Holm Laegreid’s Winter Olympics celebration took a shocking turn on Tuesday.
The Norwegian, fresh off winning bronze in the 20km individual biathlon race, stunned fans by confessing on live TV that he had cheated on his girlfriend.
“It’s been the worst week of my life.”
The Norwegian, fresh off winning bronze in the 20km individual biathlon race, stunned fans by confessing on live TV that he had cheated on his girlfriend.
“It’s been the worst week of my life.”
February 10, 2026 at 8:28 PM
Sturla Holm Laegreid’s Winter Olympics celebration took a shocking turn on Tuesday.
The Norwegian, fresh off winning bronze in the 20km individual biathlon race, stunned fans by confessing on live TV that he had cheated on his girlfriend.
“It’s been the worst week of my life.”
The Norwegian, fresh off winning bronze in the 20km individual biathlon race, stunned fans by confessing on live TV that he had cheated on his girlfriend.
“It’s been the worst week of my life.”