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World Cup 2026: Historic 48‑team format, Dec. 5 draw, and confirmed teams — your definitive guide

Ashes 2025: Travis Head’s historic 123 and Starc’s ruthless 10‑for seal Australia’s two‑day rout of England in Perth

NCAA betting rule reversed in decisive vote: Division I schools keep pro‑wagering ban in place

Brandon Aiyuk contract takes costly, decisive turn: 49ers void 2026 guarantees, paving way for release — reports

Harlem Eubank’s dominant comeback: emphatic unanimous decision over Josh Wagner in Brighton (100–90, 100–90, 99–91)

Steve Smith’s scathing Mastermind jab shuts down Panesar’s sandpaper sledge before Perth Ashes opener

Scott McTominay’s epic bicycle kick sparks historic 4-2 win as Scotland clinch 2026 World Cup berth vs Denmark

Cowboys deliver dominant 33-16 win after somber Marshawn Kneeland tribute vs. Raiders

Kris Boyd shooting leaves Jets cornerback in critical but stable condition in Midtown Manhattan, police say.

Ruthless Portugal routs Armenia 9–1 as Haaland’s Norway crush Italy 4–1 to clinch 2026 FIFA World Cup spots