MLS doubles first team presence in U.S. Open Cup

Number of MLS teams participating in U.S. Open Cup set to double: Here's what it means for the league

MLS is hoping that more competitions, especially for young players, will onhelp boost the progression of the players and the league

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MLS doubles first-team presence in U.S. Open Cup

MLS announced the guidelines for their 30 teams that will take part in four North American cup competitions in 2025 and 2026, which will see an increased presence in the U.S. Open Cup.

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Raducanu loses in Singapore Open first round

Britain's Emma Raducanu loses to world number 101 Cristina Bucsa of Spain in the opening round of the Singapore Open.

BBC News - 3d

Anthony Edwards reached out to Michael Jordan for advice on dealing with double teams

Jordan's game evolved to a more rounded game, lifting up his teammates. Edwards is facing some of those same challenges.

Yahoo Sports - 4d

Top-seeded Taylor Townsend and Katerina Siniakova win the women's doubles at the Australian Open

Taylor Townsend of the United States has returned to the court on which her career first took flight, teaming with Katerina Siniakova to beat Hsieh Su-Wei and Jelena Ostapenko 6-2, 6-7 (4), 6-3 in ...

ABC News - 4d

Poch: U.S. squad in January not 'alternative' team

United States coach Mauricio Pochettino emphasized that the January camp cannot be categorized as an "alternative" team, serving instead as an opportunity for newcomers to fight for a spot in the ...

ESPN - Jan. 22

U.S. craft sake breweries double in number as new consumers embrace the drink

Sake, long associated with sushi and shots, is now reaching new audiences in the U.S. as small-batch craft breweries emerge. Nancy Chen reports on how American brewers are giving a fresh twist to ...

CBS News - Jan. 21

Paula Moltzan rallies for first World Cup giant slalom podium

Paula Moltzan made her first career World Cup giant slalom podium.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 21

China Signals It Is Open to a Deal Keeping TikTok in U.S.

The founder of the app’s parent, Beijing-based ByteDance, met with Elon Musk last year.

The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 20

Toast, the Low-Key Brand, Expands Its U.S. Presence

A low-key brand, founded by archaeologists in Wales, has quietly expanded in New York.

The New York Times - Jan. 20

Chloe Kim, Maddie Mastro make history with double cork 1080s at Laax Open

Kim, Mastro land historic tricks in US one-two finish Australia’s Scotty James wins fourth Laax Open title Chloe Kim and Maddie Mastro became the first women to land a double cork 1080 in ...

The Guardian - Jan. 18

Sources: Fire among 3 MLS teams in Neymar talks

Brazil superstar and Al Hilal attacker Neymar is in preliminary talks with three MLS sides, including Chicago Fire FC, over a proposed move, sources have told ESPN.

ESPN - Jan. 16

The U.S. has a World Cup problem brewing already

The 2026 World Cup faces challenges as stringent U.S. visa policies and long wait times threaten to hinder global fan attendance.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 15

Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz give US a double threat at Australian Open

This year marks the first time in nearly 20 years that both an American man and woman are seeded in the top four of a major. Analyzing a grand slam draw before the tournament begins is a fraught ...

The Guardian - Jan. 12

Lauren Macuga earns first Alpine skiing World Cup win

Lauren Macuga became the youngest American to win a World Cup speed race in 18 years.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 12

Federico Chiesa’s first Liverpool goal seals FA Cup defeat of Accrington

John Doolan was nearing the end of his post-match press conference when the enormity of Accrington Stanley’s Anfield adventure hit home. “Trent Alexander-Arnold put one in the top corner,” said the ...

The Guardian - Jan. 11

Lindsey Vonn places 6th in first World Cup downhill in 6 years

Lindsey Vonn nearly made the podium, while Federica Brignone broke Vonn's age record.

Yahoo Sports - Jan. 11

GB&I take charge of Ryder Cup-style Team Cup

Great Britain and Ireland lead Continental Europe 3½-1½ after day one of the Ryder Cup-style Team Cup at Abu Dhabi Golf Resort.

BBC News - Jan. 10

Ryder Cup hopefuls forced to listen to ‘U-S-A, U-S-A’ chants before Team Cup

Europeans get a taste of Bethpage mood over PA system Luke Donald says tournament has ‘massive importance’ Luke Donald gave his potential Ryder Cup players a taste of what to expect at Bethpage ...

The Guardian - Jan. 9

2025 Ryder Cup teams: Keegan Bradley names Kevin Kisner vice captain for U.S. squad at Bethpage Black

The U.S. leadership room continues to fill out as the biennial match against Europe fast approaches

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

Lionel Messi's MLS move opens doors for others: Neymar, Kevin De Bruyne and big names who could join next

MLS continues to be an attractive option for plenty of the world's best stars, but who are the big names that could join?

CBS Sports - Jan. 8

First U.S. bird flu death reported in Louisiana

A Louisiana resident has died after being hospitalized last month with bird flu. There have been 66 human cases of bird flu reported in the U.S. since the current outbreak started in April. "CBS ...

CBS News - Jan. 7

Which teams most needs to win the Carabao Cup?

Semifinalists Arsenal, Liverpool, Newcastle and Tottenham want glory for various reasons.

ESPN - Jan. 7

Nippon Steel CEO doubles down on pledge to acquire U.S. Steel after suing Biden administration

Japan's Nippon Steel emphasized that it is not giving up on its takeover of U.S. Steel, a day after suing the Joe Biden administration over blocking the proposed merger.

CNBC - Jan. 7

Poch picks MLS-heavy U.S. team for Jan. friendlies

Jesús Ferreira, Tim Ream and Walker Zimmerman headline the 24-player USMNT roster for the upcoming friendlies against Venezuela and Costa Rica.

ESPN - Jan. 6

First bird flu death in U.S. reported in Louisiana

For the first time, bird flu has claimed a human life in the U.S. Louisiana's health department says the patient was over the age of 65 and reportedly had underlying health problems.

CBS News - Jan. 6

First Bird Flu Death in U.S. Reported in Louisiana

The deceased was over 65 and had other medical conditions, state officials said.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Purdue commit Kira Reynolds registers first quintuple-double in Indiana high school history

Reynolds will be joining her sisters Amiyah and Mila on the Boilermakers' roster next season

CBS Sports - Jan. 6

Why this week's 'Team Cup' is important for Europe's Ryder Cup hopes

This geographically misplaced match, with the most anodyne of names, has a value that might help nudge Europe to a rare away win over the US next September, writes Iain Carter.

BBC News - Jan. 6

Coco Gauff Beats Iga Swiatek to Help U.S. Win United Cup

Gauff moved her head-to-head with Iga Swiatek one small step in the right direction with a 6-4, 6-4 win in Sydney.

The New York Times - Jan. 6

Gauff, Fritz lead U.S. charge to United Cup title

Coco Gauff and Taylor Fritz led the U.S. to the title at the United Cup mixed team tournament.

ESPN - Jan. 5

Eye Opener: Winter storm to hit much of U.S.

Millions of Americans are in the path of the first major winter storm of the year, which is expected to dump snow and ice and create dangerous conditions from the Central Plains to the East Coast. ...

CBS News - Jan. 4

Pulisic return gives U.S. big presence in Super Cup

United States attacker Christian Pulisic appears to be healthy again following injuries to his calf and ankle and could return for AC Milan against Juventus in the Italian Super Cup semifinals on ...

ESPN - Jan. 3

Dazzling Dumfries double puts Inter in Cup final

A second-half double from Denzel Dumfries earned Inter Milan a 2-0 win over Atalanta in Riyadh on Thursday to reach the Italian Super Cup final, where the Serie A champions will aim to win the ...