Press review · Tuesday, 9 June 2026
09 June 2026
15,506 articles: 08 May 2025 – 27 October 2026
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sports.yahoo.com
NBA Finals: MSG Sports calls NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani, police commissioner Jessica Tisch 'party poopers' amid Game 4 watch party dispute
MSG Sports has called for the lifting of increased security measures ahead of Game 4, which NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani called standard for a large event in the city.
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nbcsports.com
Report: Patrick Mahomes, Chiefs agree to first NFL deal worth over $500M
Kansas City's QB1 is now under contract through 2033, with his new money also carrying a record AAV of $64M.
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post-gazette.com
Noah Hiles: 5 questions the Pirates must answer if they want to make the postseason
Every MLB team will experience its share of highs and lows throughout a 162-game campaign. Right now, things are looking rough for the Pirates. Don Kelly’s...
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nbcsports.com
Texas Tech A.D. issues lengthy statement about Brendan Sorsby
On Monday, a judge in Texas restored the eligibility of Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, despite numerous violations of the NCAA's gambling rules due to a gambling addiction.
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bbc.com
World Cup 2026: Any early shocks? Chris Sutton's score predictions
BBC Sport's football expert Chris Sutton gives his predictions for the scores of the first round of group games at the 2026 World Cup.
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deseret.com
Big 12 ADs are reportedly unhappy about the Brendan Sorsby ruling
College football fans are upset about Brendan Sorsby being eligible to play for Texas Tech this fall — and they aren’t alone.
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Serena Williams: American's Queen's campaign in doubt after Victoria Mboko injury
Serena Williams' doubles campaign at Queen's is in doubt after Victoria Mboko suffers a knee injury in her singles match against Karolina Pliskova.
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cbssports.com
Knicks vs. Spurs odds, prediction: 2026 NBA Finals picks, Game 4 best bets by model on 26-10 run
SportsLine's proven model has revealed its San Antonio Spurs vs. New York Knicks best bets for Game 4 of the NBA Finals 2026
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nbcnews.com
Referee barred from entering U.S. for World Cup receives a hero’s welcome in Somalia
Omar Artan, 34, was meant to be the first Somali referee to officiate at a World Cup. Instead, he says was questioned for hours about a militant group and then denied entry to the U.S.
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aljazeera.com
Eight red cards shown to Brazil in fiery friendly against US women
Four Brazilian players and four members of their coaching staff were sent off during a dramatic encounter in Fortaleza.
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theguardian.com
World Cup 2026: Guardian writers’ predictions for the tournament
From teenage wonderkids to tracking the world’s largest coffee pot, our team of writers outline their expectations for the jamboree in North America
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nbcsports.com
NCAA admits the Brendan Sorsby case could be the "thunderbolt moment" it needed
The NCAA's ship is sinking.
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bworldonline.com
Jalen Brunson sparks NY Knicks’ rally past Spurs in finals opener - BusinessWorld Online
SAN ANTONIO — Jalen Brunson scored 13 of his 30 points in the fourth quarter and the New York (NY) Knicks overcame a 14-point third-quarter deficit to post a 105-95 victory over the San Antonio Spurs on Wednesday in Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Karl-Anthony Towns contributed 18 points and 12 rebounds as the […]
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awfulannouncing.com
Michael Wilbon, Tony Kornheiser see Texas Tech-Brendan Sorsby boycotts as hypocrisy
Both Tony Kornheiser and Michael Wilbon called out the hypocrisy of college football programs boycotting Texas Tech, though for different reasons.
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usatoday.com
Somali ref Omar Artan gets hero's welcome after entry blocked for World Cup
Somali referee Omar Artan received a hero’s welcome in Mogadishu after being denied entry to the United States for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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bbc.co.uk
World Cup 2026: Does referee case show Fifa has lost control of its tournament?
With referee Omar Artan denied entry to the United States and worries over staff and supporters being turned back, what does this tell us about the World Cup?
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foxnews.com
Somali World Cup ref barred from US for 'association with suspected members of terror organizations': official
Somali World Cup referee Omar Artan was denied U.S. entry after CBP flagged association with suspected terror organization members, a Trump admin official said.
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nbcsports.com
Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker opens door to a special legislative session on Bears stadium
The Bears claim they're focused on building a new stadium in Indiana.
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foxnews.com
WNBA legend Nancy Lieberman sends urgent warning to men after disease affects her friends
Nancy Lieberman joins the Prostate Cancer Foundation, Ice Cube and the BIG3 to urge men to ask for a PSA test through the Check the Box campaign.
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World Cup 2026: Banned referee Omar Artan arrives home in Somalia
Omar Artan vows to officiate at the 2030 World Cup instead after arriving home in Somalia in the wake of being banned from entering the United States.
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The Spurs can match the Knicks’ energy in the NBA finals but not their desperation | Chuck D
As a lifelong Knicks fan, the Public Enemy frontman knows how much New York craves an end to its 53-year NBA title drought
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Referee Omar Artan given hero’s welcome in Somalia after US entry blocked
The Somali referee Omar Artan was welcomed by crowds in Mogadishu after he was denied entry into the US to officiate at the World Cup
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Texas Tech deserves more hate in Brendan Sorsby's sordid eligibility case
Texas Tech could choose to do the right thing and tell Sorsby his services are no longer needed. But here's to guessing Cody Campbell and the Red Raiders administration won't find a conscience when it comes to their starting QB.
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Stanley Cup Final: Hurricanes win another thriller on late Jordan Staal goal to tie Golden Knights at 2-2
Jordan Staal scored two goals, including the game-winner on a one-timer as he fell to the ice.
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independent.co.uk
Trump admin says it denied entry to Somali referee over ‘national security’ threat
Omar Artan, who was Africa’s referee of the year in 2025, was denied entry to the US last weekend despite being issued with a valid visa
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Serena Williams delivers vintage performance in imperfect tennis return
Serena Williams and Victoria Mboko won their doubles debut at the HSBC Championships, earning William's first tennis victory in four years.
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USA women edge Brazil as Wilson sparks winner in fiery friendly
Sophia Wilson’s dangerous run forced the decisive own goal as the US earned a 1-0 victory over Brazil in a tempestuous friendly that ended with the hosts down to nine players
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nbcsports.com
Brendan Sorsby case has a February 8 trial date
The Brendan Sorsby case will culminate in a trial.
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nbcnews.com
Jordan Staal scores twice, including game winner, as Hurricanes pull even with Golden Knights
Staal became the first player in 44 years to score at least one goal in each of the first four games of the final and the ninth overall.
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abc7ny.com
Knicks Game 4: Watch party planned at MSG, security plans detailed
A ticketed Madison Square Garden watch party will take place for Game 4, Mayor Mamdani announced.
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Government fires back against lawsuit to stop UFC Freedom 250 event at White House
The government, facing a legal threat to stop the UFC event from being held at the White House, filed a memorandum in opposition with a federal court.
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covers.com
Hurricanes vs Golden Knights Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's Stanley Cup Final Game 4
Free Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights predictions and NHL picks for Game 4 on Tuesday, June 8.
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wral.com
Staal scores twice, Bussi delivers as Hurricanes win Game 4 of Stanley Cup Final
The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights are tied at 2-2 in the best-of-seven Stanley Cup Final after the Hurricanes' 5-3 win in Game 4. Game 5 is Thursday in Raleigh.
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What time does Serena Williams play tomorrow? What we know on return
After retiring in 2022, Williams is returning to pro tennis at the HSBC Championships in London on June 9, playing doubles with Victoria Mboko.
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adn.com
Big 12 commissioner and ADs discuss Texas Tech QB Sorsby’s NCAA eligibility restored by court
The transfer quarterback had been ruled ineligible for what will be his final college season after he acknowledged years of gambling that included at least 40 bets on his own team while a freshman at Indiana.
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nbcsports.com
Brandon Aiyuk: 49ers are "mad 'cause they stupid"
Aiyuk returns to social media with a new message.
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Serena Williams makes winning return to tennis with victory in Queen’s doubles
Serena Williams marked her comeback at Queen’s with a stellar victory alongside Victoria Mboko as they defeated the third seeds in the women’s doubles to reach the quarter-finals
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cbssports.com
Brendan Sorsby fallout: Georgia, Nebraska boycott future games vs. Texas Tech as Big 12, Big Ten mull action
Athletic directors and conference commissioners are reacting strongly to an injunction that restored Brendan Sorsby's eligibility for the 2026 season
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cbssports.com
The American sports nerd's advanced guide to understanding soccer ahead of the FIFA 2026 World Cup
From understanding basic rules to mastering advanced analytics, here is your graduate-level guide to watching the 2026 World Cup like a true nerd
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nbcsports.com
Big Dom debunks social-media theory regarding A.J. Brown's exit from Philly
NFL Network gives indirect oxygen to uncorroborated explanation for issues between Brown, Jalen Hurts.
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Iran says US has revoked World Cup ticket allocation for their supporters
Iranian players and support staff got US visas and landed in Mexico on Sunday for the World Cup, but now fans in doubt.
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nbcsports.com
Christian Gonzalez: I want to be rewarded as a Patriot
Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez wants a contract extension.
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boston.com
Christian Gonzalez on ongoing contract stalemate: ‘I want to be rewarded as a Patriot’
Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez broke his silence on the extended contract negotiations between himself and New England.
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nbcnews.com
Iran says ticket allocation for World Cup withdrawn days before tournament
Iran’s participation in the World Cup has been clouded by uncertainty since the U.S. and Israel launched air strikes on the Islamic Republic in late February, triggering a regional conflict.
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2026 World Cup: Best bets for the opening group stage matches, plus strategy tips for Yahoo's Soccer Pick 'Em game
Here are five bets that our soccer handicapper likes from the opening games of the 2026 World Cup.
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foxnews.com
NFL facing a domestic violence epidemic this offseason with arrest of Rams lineman the latest case
Alaric Jackson's domestic violence arrest adds to a troubling offseason pattern as NFL players face charges in California, Colorado and beyond.
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nbcsports.com
Georgia, Nebraska launch a boycott of Texas Tech in all sports
With folks throughout the college sports landscape plotting ways to punish Texas Tech for trying to ensure that its starting quarterback will be available to play in 2026 (which most college football programs would be doing), two universities have taken action.
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si.com
Stadium Wonders: How Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium Became World Cup-Ready
From installing a new grass pitch to covering more than 1,000 corporate logos, there was plenty of work to be done before hosting soccer’s marquee event.
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Serena Williams wins on return at Queen's after nearly four years away from tennis
Serena Williams rolls back the years at Queen's with a winning performance on her comeback to tennis after 1,375 days away from the sport.
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nbcsports.com
The appeals court justices in the Brendan Sorsby case all went to Texas Tech law school
With the NCAA on the losing end of the initial Brendan Sorsby ruling (while scoring a major P.R. win), the next round will happen in the Court of Appeals for the Seventh District of Texas.