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Israeli flag confiscated at Iran World Cup game while Palestinian flags remain in stands, video shows

June 17, 2026

Israeli flag confiscated at Iran World Cup game while Palestinian flags remain in stands, video shows

Video from Monday's Iran-New Zealand World Cup game at SoFi Stadium appeared to show a man's Israeli flag confiscated while Palestinian flags remained in the stands.

Hockey fans mourn the end of 'Hockey Night in Canada' after 75 years of being free over-the-air

June 17, 2026

Hockey fans mourn the end of 'Hockey Night in Canada' after 75 years of being free over-the-air

"Hockey Night in Canada" is ending after 75 years as CBC and Sportsnet announce the public broadcaster will no longer carry NHL games after this season.

Ivory Coast player Elye Wahi arrested for fixing offenses before World Cup tournament

June 17, 2026

Ivory Coast player Elye Wahi arrested for fixing offenses before World Cup tournament

Ivory Coast forward Elye Wahi was reportedly arrested on suspicion of match-fixing before the World Cup after allegedly earning an intentional yellow card.

OutKick defends NBA parity after ESPN argues that dynasties are better for the sport

June 17, 2026

OutKick defends NBA parity after ESPN argues that dynasties are better for the sport

Eight different franchises have won the past eight NBA titles, sparking a heated debate over whether parity helps or hurts the league's popularity.

WNBA expands regular season to 50 games starting in 2027, the longest schedule in league history

June 17, 2026

WNBA expands regular season to 50 games starting in 2027, the longest schedule in league history

The WNBA announced it will expand its regular-season schedule from 44 games to 50 beginning in 2027, marking the longest season in league history.

World Cup staffers snatch Israeli flag but leave nearby Palestinian flag untouched

June 17, 2026

World Cup staffers snatch Israeli flag but leave nearby Palestinian flag untouched

A video shows World Cup staff confiscating an Israeli flag at a recent World Cup game but allegedly opting to leave a nearby Palestinian flag in its supporter's hands.

FIFA World Cup NOW breaks down how to defend Leo Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland ⚽️

June 17, 2026

FIFA World Cup NOW breaks down how to defend Leo Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland ⚽️

USA defenders Walker Zimmerman and Jay Demerit break down how to defend superstars Leo Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland.

Unnamed gambler wins $10.3M jackpot on $5 bet at Las Vegas casino

June 17, 2026

Unnamed gambler wins $10.3M jackpot on $5 bet at Las Vegas casino

A Las Vegas gambler turned a $5 bet into a $10,292,912.32 jackpot at the Westgate, reportedly a man in his mid-20s who had just started playing.

New 76ers president ingratiates himself with the city by jinxing Phillies pitchers' no-hitter

June 17, 2026

New 76ers president ingratiates himself with the city by jinxing Phillies pitchers' no-hitter

New 76ers president Mike Gansey jinxed a Phillies no-hitter by mentioning it on air, and John Kruk's reaction was priceless during the broadcast.

Ronaldo, Kane, Diaz Keep World Cup Party Going: What To Know For Match Day 7

June 17, 2026

Ronaldo, Kane, Diaz Keep World Cup Party Going: What To Know For Match Day 7

Plenty of stars being their World Cup quest on Wednesday, including Cristiano Ronaldo and Harry Kane.