How Are The FIFA World Cup Host Sites Selected?
Canadian, American, and Mexican soccer fans were thrilled when FIFA chose North America to host the 2026 World Cup. So how are host cities selected?
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The Truth About George Steinbrenner's Relationship With Billy Martin
It happens in all manner of human relationships -- on-again, off-again, together, reconciled, fragmented, never again -- until the next time, anyway.
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When Was The Last Time The US Hosted A FIFA World Cup Match?
The United States, Canada, and Mexico are slated to jointly host the 2026 FIFA World Cup. When was the last time the US hosted a FIFA World Cup match?
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There's A Glaring Spelling Mistake On The 1972 Stanley Cup
Trophies are important, and just as important is what's written on the trophy, especially when the writing involves the names of individuals and teams.
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The Truth About Vince McMahon's Relationship With Andre The Giant
Here's what we know about Vince McMahon's relationship with the late WWE Hall of Famer Andre the Giant.
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Where Did Alan Shepard's Golf Balls Land After Hitting Them On The Moon?
Alan Shepard famously hit two golf balls during his Apollo 14 moon mission. Here's how far they went, and where they may have landed.
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Why The Recreation Of The 1938 Cleveland Guardians' Publicity Stunt Went Seriously Wrong
In 1980, a professional slow-pitch softball team in Cleveland took part in a publicity stunt to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the city's Terminal Tower.
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How Much Money Does Trophy Hunting Bring In Annually?
Big game hunting is big business for some countries in Africa. The controversial hobby has sparked outrage across social media but it may help conservation.
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The Copacabana Club Fight That Changed Baseball History
It's not really news when people have too much to drink and punches get thrown. Unless it involves star baseball players, Sammy Davis Jr., and bowlers.
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Sports Stars Who Became Politicians
They became legends of their sport, then went where they could wield real influence: elected office. These are major athletes who became powerful politicians.
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Shaquille O'Neal Wasn't The Only Star Kobe Bryant Had A Tense Relationship With
By November 2004, Shaquille O'Neal was no longer with the Los Angeles Lakers, but Kobe Bryant had a feud with another onetime Lakers teammate that lasted years.
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Why Ken Griffey Jr. Is Still Getting Paid By The Cincinnati Reds Post-Retirement
Despite having not played a professional baseball game in over a decade, Ken Griffey Jr. was the sixth-highest paid name on the Reds' 2022 payroll. Why?
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Why Joe DiMaggio And Mickey Mantle's Relationship Wasn't As Great As You Thought
Joe DiMaggio and Mickey Mantle were baseball legends whose careers overlapped. Despite playing on the same team, they were less than good friends.
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What Happened To Larry Nassar's Family After He Was Sentenced To Prison?
Larry Nassar pled guilty in 2017 and was sentenced to up to 360 years in jail on various sex abuse and child pornography charges. Where is his family today?
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The Reason Dodgeball Was Once A Much More Dangerous Game To Play
Love it or hate it, dodgeball has been part of American childhood since approximately forever. Many remember what it feels like to get smacked with that ball.
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Details You Never Knew About Stone Cold Steve Austin
"Stone Cold" Steve Austin is a certified mainstream celebrity, and much of it has to do with his status as arguably WWE's biggest star of the Attitude Era.
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Why Do Hockey Players Wear Shorts?
Like many human endeavors, various sports have their points of tradition -- "it's always been done that way." Sometimes it's practical; sometimes less than.
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Babe Ruth Didn't Know What His Real Age Was For A Staggering Amount Of Time
If you get famous enough, if your accomplishments take on the sheen of legend, eventually, actual legends will spring up around you. Just ask Babe Ruth.
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Jean Claude Van Damme Vs. Steven Seagal: Who Would Win?
This is the moment we find out which titan of our time will reign supreme. Jean Claude Van Damme or Steven Seagal?
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The Former Bulls Star Who Lost His Father In A Terrorist Attack
Many public figures, including athletes, have suffered devastating personal trauma, then taken that pain and somehow channeled it into something worthwhile.
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Here's Why Doc Gooden And Darryl Strawberry's Careers Were Ruined
Two of the most integral players to the New York Mets' post-season success were pitcher Dwight "Doc" Gooden and outfielder Darryl Strawberry.
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Inside The Rivalry Between John Cena And Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson
Here's a deeper look at WWE legends John Cena and Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's early-2010s rivalry in and out of the ring.
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The True Story Of Two Yankees Teammates Who Swapped Their Wives And Families
New York Yankees pitchers Fritz Peterson and Mike Kekich swapped lives in 1972.
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These Five NBA Players Hold The Record For Playing For The Most Teams
A total of five NBA players have played for a total of 12 teams each -- more than anyone else in the league's history.
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Jackie Robinson Called Out The New York Yankees For A Sad Reason
Jackie Robinson is one of the most iconic baseball players in history. He never shied from standing up for his beliefs and did so against the New York Yankees.
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Marge Schott Lost Ownership Of Her MLB Team Because Of This Disturbing Truth
People are simply complicated, a mix of good impulses and questionable, generosity and miserliness, and sometimes it depends on which day of the week it is.
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The First Ever Night Football Game Looked A Lot Different From What We Know Today
Football as we know it in America has a long and boisterous history. So does electricity. And when they first came together, it was not quite magical.
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