A World Cup referee from Somalia who was denied entry to the United States was received by a crowd of supporters and officials Wednesday as he arrived home in the capital of Mogadishu, where he said he plans to be at the next World Cup and urged Somali youth to be proud of their country. Read More. |
The United Nations’ top human rights official called Wednesday for a “massive rethink” of immigration policies especially in the United States around the World Cup. Read More. |
If the New York Knicks win it all this year, just remember that Evan Pfeufer called it six years ago, and has the receipts to prove it. Read More. |
A state judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by 31 former N.C. State male athletes alleging sexual abuse under the guise of treatment and harassment by the Wolfpack’s former director of sports medicine. Read More. |
Celebrations have run into mounting social tensions in Mexico as the capital prepares to welcome the world in the opening ceremonies of the FIFA World Cup. Read More. |
When the first World Cup match in the U.S. kicks off, most eyes will be on the host country’s home team. But for the small community of Paraguayans living in the U.S., it's a moment in the spotlight for their own treasured team, returning to the tournament after a 16-year absence. Read More. |
Berczy Park is home to a much-loved fountain featuring canine sculptures that shoot water out of their mouths. But now, there's a new dog in town. Read More. |
As the clock ticks down to the Netherlands' opening World Cup match, soccer fans are gripped once more by orange fever. Read More. |
