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MLS dreams of global fanbase after World Cup showcase
MLS dreams of global fanbase after World Cup showcase

Major League Soccer clubs must attract fans overseas to capitalize on the explosion of US football, officials said Wednesday, as the country prepares to co-host the World Cup.

March 26, 2026

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Sabalenka and Rybakina to clash again in Miami semi-final
Sabalenka and Rybakina to clash again in Miami semi-final

World number one Aryna Sabalenka and second-ranked Elena Rybakina on Wednesday booked a blockbuster semi-final at the Miami Open.

March 26, 2026

Former Australian Rules player is first to come out as openly gay
Former Australian Rules player is first to come out as openly gay

A former Australian Rules star has come out as the sport's first openly gay player, with Leigh Ryswyk praised Thursday for "challenging our idea of who a footballer is supposed to be".

March 26, 2026

London plans two-day mega 100,000-runner marathon
London plans two-day mega 100,000-runner marathon

The London marathon could be split across two days next year to reportedly allow up to 100,000 runners to participate and raise millions more for charity.

March 26, 2026

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U.S. Mined and Refined Metals as well as Rare Earth Elements to Be Tokenized in Historic American Strategic Minerals and Datavault AI Deal
U.S. Mined and Refined Metals as well as Rare Earth Elements to Be Tokenized in Historic American Strategic Minerals and Datavault AI Deal

Partnership Sets the Stage for the Launch of an International Elements Exchange Powered by Patented AI PlatformDatavault AI and American Strategic Minerals debut minting of up to $2 billion USD of refined Antimony-backed stable coins will be followed by the strategic development of future projects in silver, gold, and other American refined Rare Earth Elements the companies have targeted for expansion

March 26, 2026

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NFL champion Seahawks to open season on September 9
NFL champion Seahawks to open season on September 9

Reigning NFL champion Seattle will kickoff the 2026 campaign at home on September 9, a Wednesday date one day earlier than recent seasons, the league announced on Wednesday.

March 25, 2026