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How South Africa's 'Snowbok' booked Winter Olympics spot
Nicknamed the 'Snowbok', South African cross-country skier Matt Smith is set to compete at the 2026 Winter Olympics despite only taking up the sport two years ago.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
A Journey on South Africa’s Blue Train
On a trip from Cape Town to Pretoria, a reporter grapples with the whiplash of traveling through South Africa’s two worlds, from majestic mountains to struggling shantytowns.The New York Times - Mar. 25 -
A skier’s guide to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympic Games
If you’re a British skier or snowboarder – or indeed a fan of winter sport of any kind – it’s hard not to get excited about the impending arrival of the Winter Olympics Games.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
‘Mission South Africa’: How Trump Is Offering White Afrikaners Refugee Status
The United States has banned most refugees, including 20,000 people who were already ready to travel to the United States before President Trump took office. But Mr. Trump is making one exception.The New York Times - 3d -
South Africa white-ball coach Rob Walter resigns for personal reasons
Rob Walter has resigned as head coach of the South Africa men's white-ball cricket team. Cricket South Africa announced Walter's resignation on Tuesday and said it was due to personal reasons. ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Punitive or a gift? How five big economies see new plan
BBC reporters look at how the latest US import taxes are seen in the EU, China, India, the UK and South Africa.BBC News - 6h -
Scientists hope hungry weevils from Louisiana can tackle South Africa's invasive water plants
South Africa is unleashing weevils imported from the United States in a bid to fight off the sprouting growth of Salvinia minima, an alien species of aquatic plant native to South America that is ...ABC News - 4d -
Pollard did not think South Africa return was possible
Leicester's Handre Pollard says the inclusion of South African teams in European competitions helped convince the two-time World Cup winner to rejoin Bulls.Yahoo Sports - 5h -
Could the United States host Milano Cortina Winter Olympic events next year?
With less than a year before the Games begin, the sliding center for bobsled, skeleton and luge has not yet received final approval from the International Olympic Committee to host competitions.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
South Africa’s ANC calls Trump Afrikaner refugee plan ‘madness’
Main party in governing coalition dismisses US accusations of white minority oppressionFinancial Times - 1d -
South Africa’s coalition in peril after ANC passes budget without partner
Business-friendly Democratic Alliance votes against the framework following weeks of infightingFinancial Times - 23h -
Special Olympics state basketball tournament celebrates 40th year
Mar. 30—MITCHELL — For the 40th year, athletes from across South Dakota gathered in Mitchell for the Special Olympics State Basketball Tournament, an event that brought together more than 1,000 ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
How does South Korea's society treat celebrities in crisis? A new case raises questions
A young actor’s suicide in South KoreaABC News - 5h -
How Long Is South Of Midnight? - Full Chapters List Revealed
South of Midnight is Xbox's latest first-party game and the first release by Compulsion Games since the studio was acquired by Microsoft in 2018. The southern gothic action-adventure game has ...GameSpot - 55m -
Figure skater helps earn USA historic Olympic spot competing on broken foot
Less than 48 hours before Danny O'Shea was set to head to the World Figure Skating Championships with his partner Ellie Kam, he was unable to skate.CBS News - 13h -
How UCLA, South Carolina punched their women's Final Four tickets -- and their keys to winning in Tampa
Half of the women's Final Four is set after 1-seeds UCLA and South Carolina won in the regional finals Sunday.ESPN - 3d -
Biden campaign held 'karaoke at the end of the world' party before he dropped out, new book recounts
Former President Biden's campaign aides were "pissin' the night away" less than 72 hours before he exited the White House race last year, according to a new book, which details how they were ...The Hill - 2d -
Gaudreau brothers 5K planned in South Jersey. How to get involved in this charitable cause
The siblings, South Jersey natives who were well-known in the pro hockey community, were killed while riding their bicycles by a motorist Aug. 29.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
After Olympics controversy, Jordan Chiles is 'That Girl' leading UCLA to NCAAs
Chiles always knew she could help the Bruins win an NCAA title, but she didn't know how much they would help her heal.ESPN - 2d -
Detroit Pistons magic number update: How they can clinch playoff spot
Detroit Pistons magic number to clinch the NBA playoffs still involves the Atlanta Hawks and Orlando Magic.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Julianna Peña vs. Kayla Harrison title fight booked for UFC 316 in New Jersey
Kayla Harrison's long-awaited chance to fight for UFC gold is now set. Two-time Olympic gold medalist and two-time PFL champion Harrison (18-1 MMA, 2-0 UFC) will challenge Julianna Peña (11-5 MMA, ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Team Germany Olympic swimmer Leonie Beck in images
Team Germany Olympic swimmer Leonie Beck in imagesYahoo Sports - 15h -
10 books to read in April
Here are promising books, fiction and nonfiction, to consider for your April reading listLos Angeles Times - 2d -
Yes, Mikey February Still Rips A Thruster
So far on M-Feb’s YouTube channel, which was launched less than a year ago, his videos have featured extremely stylish and cutting-edge surfing in Mexico, Morocco and South Africa. Like his ability ...Yahoo Sports - 3d -
‘They started nibbling at its head’: the bold plan to rid an island of albatross-eating mice
South Africa’s Marion Island is a breeding ground for the birds, but their chicks are being eaten alive by rodents. Now, the world’s largest operation to eradicate the invasive species is about to ...The Guardian - 3d -
Sundowns edge Esperance as crowd violence mars quarter-final
Mamelodi Sundowns of South Africa edged Esperance of Tunisia 1-0 on Tuesday in a CAF Champions League quarter-final first leg marred by post-match crowd violence.Then Esperance coach Cardoso ...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Al Udeid Air Base: A strategic asset for US power in the Gulf
Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar is a strategic and fully operational hub that supports U.S. military operations across the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia, and relocating CENTCOM's forward ...The Hill - 21h -
Tyr Pro Swim Series Sacramento 2025: How to watch, entry lists, schedule
The Tyr Pro Swim Series meet in Sacramento streams live on Peacock with both American and international Olympic medalists.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
How Aurélien Tchouaméni joined Bale & Benzema in Real Madrid history books vs Real Sociedad
Real Madrid star Aurélien Tchouaméni secured for himself an altogether special piece of club history in the club’s latest outing.Real, of course, were back in action on Tuesday night.Turning atten...Yahoo Sports - 1d -
'He brings life to everything': Gardner News Hockey Player of the Year
This Gardner hockey player earned the title of Player of the Year. Find out how he impacted his team to lead to success on the ice this winter.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
MLB Power Rankings: Undefeated Dodgers take No. 1 spot, but hard to read much into first weekend of baseball
How much do we know about the 2025 MLB season? Not much more than a week agoCBS Sports - 3d -
Norway leads the way in 2025 winter sports world championships medals
Norway won the most medals and gold medals at winter sports World Championships in 2025.Yahoo Sports - 47m -
NFL players in 2028 Olympics? Roger Goodell provides update on flag football
The NFL helped get flag football into the 2028 Olympics. Some of players are hoping to participate in the Olympic festivities.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Who was the best Girls Athlete of the Winter season presented by Fabers Builders? Vote now
Vote for who was the best Girls Athlete of the Winter season. Vote now.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
Angola Rail Line Offers Clues to Trump’s Africa Policy
The $4 billion project was the Biden administration’s signature initiative in Africa. Early signs are that the Trump team supports it, too, for mineral access if nothing else.The New York Times - 32m -
2024-25 Varsity Maine All-State Girls Hockey team
Mar. 31—Marina Bassett, South Portland senior forward: The Varsity Maine Player of the Year, Bassett is a four-year selection to the All-State team. This winter, she was the most dominant offensive ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
For Mikaela Shiffrin, the Olympic Season Has Already Started
After a record-breaking 101st World Cup win, the Alpine skiing star has her sights set on Olympic gold.The New York Times - 1d -
Roger Goodell says that NFL players want to compete in flag football at 2028 Olympics, expects resolution soon
It's not a guarantee that NFL players will participate at the 2028 OlympicsCBS Sports - 1d -
How Newcastle Can Shut Down Alexander Isak Transfer Rumors Amid Barcelona, PSG Interest
The winter transfer window has closed, and Alexander Isak remains with Newcastle United. While there wasn’t much talk of a move in January, reports suggest Paris Saint-Germain and other clubs could ...Yahoo Sports - 14h -
March Madness Final Four tip times, schedule: How to watch, follow the semifinals of the women's NCAA tournament
Texas and South Carolina will square off for a fourth time in Tampa next weekend.Yahoo Sports - 2d
