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The Sandbox partners with Jurassic World franchise to create new virtual experiences
The Sandbox is collaborating with Universal and Amblin Entertainment to bring the Jurassic World franchise to life in The Sandbox.VentureBeat - 2d -
This island is the happiest place in Asia, according to the 2025 World Happiness Report
According to the 2025 World Happiness Report, Taiwan is the happiest place in Asia, followed by Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand and Japan.CNBC - 1d -
Penn State wrestling to add a world champion? Get to know Masanosuke Ono
The Penn State wrestling dynasty may be on the verge of a titanic roster addition. A Japanese world champion may be joining.Yahoo Sports - 21h -
For the USMNT and U.S., World Cup prep gets off to a ‘painful,’ sleepy start
A lifeless, disjointed performance against Panama raised more questions than answers about the USA's World Cup trajectory.Yahoo Sports - 6h -
Japan become 1st side to qualify for '26 World Cup
Japan beat Bahrain 2-0 in Saitama on Thursday to become the first team to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.ESPN - 51m -
The pandemic that didn’t change the world
It is hard for a journalist to accept, but almost all events are ephemeralFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
How the 2026 World Cup is tackling its turf problem with the ‘most micromanaged grass in the world’
The quest to solve the 2026 World Cup's turf problem has led to a high-stakes experiment, with the solution set to debut at next week's CONCACAF Nations League matches at SoFI Stadium.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 13 -
Vance ramps up his clout in Trump world
Vice President Vance’s clout is on the rise, taking on the role of pot stirrer at the White House and on the world stage. His attack dog role was on full display during an Oval Office meeting with ...The Hill - Mar. 8 -
Norway ski jumping federation suspends 2 staff members over illegal suit alterations at worlds
Two Norwegian ski jumpers were disqualified at the World Championships for suit manipulation.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 11 -
World Boxing adds China's powerful federation, 5 more to its growing membership
World Boxing has added China to its growing list of membersABC News - Mar. 12 -
Finland again ranked happiest country in the world. US falls to lowest-ever position
Finns are the happiest people in the world, according to a new global reportABC News - 1d -
Antarctic researcher accuses colleague of death threat and assault
South African minister ‘considering options’ after plea for help from member of team on remote base. A member of a South African research team on a remote Antarctic base has accused a colleague of ...The Guardian - 3d -
Reality Games raises $4.7M for location-based Monopoly World
Reality Games has closed a $4.7 million seed round to accelerate the development of its location-based real-world Monopoly game.VentureBeat - Mar. 10 -
Majority of the world's population breathes dirty air, report says
Most of the world has dirty air, with just 17% of global cities meeting WHO air pollution guidelines, a report Tuesday foundABC News - Mar. 11 -
Six of the world's 10 most polluted cities are in one country, report shows
Six out the world’s 10 most polluted cities are in India, while California has the worst air pollution in North America, a new report shows.NBC News - Mar. 11 -
Take a look inside the world's largest 3D printed housing development
The world's largest 3D printed community is now open and mostly sold. Take a look inside the homes and hear from residents about what it's like to live there.CNBC - Mar. 12 -
Tottenham superstar hails Barcelona attacker as one of the top five wingers in the world
At the age of just 17, Lamine Yamal has enjoyed unprecedented success in the world of football and is widely regarded as perhaps the biggest talent in the world.Yamal’s talent is recognised not ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Odermatt wins fourth alpine skiing World Cup title
Switzerland's Marco Odermatt wins his fourth consecutive World Cup overall and giant slalom crystal globes with a second-place finish at Hafjell.Yahoo Sports - 5d -
Italian newspaper says it has published world’s first AI-generated edition
Il Foglio says artificial intelligence used ‘for everything – the writing, the headlines, the quotes … even the irony’ . An Italian newspaper has said it is the first in the world to publish an ...The Guardian - 2d -
Poch: USMNT can be world's best in 5 or 10 years
Mauricio Pochettino has said the U.S. men's national team can be the best in the world within "five or 10 years" due to the growth and investment in soccer in the country.ESPN - 2d -
Hunter Bell, Caudery & Azu lead GB World Indoor medal hopes
Georgia Hunter Bell, Molly Caudery and Jeremiah Azu are among Great Britain's gold medal hopes at the World Athletics Indoor Championships in Nanjing, China.BBC News - 1d -
USMNT World Cup roster big board: Who will make the 26 for 2026?
Over the next 15 months, USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino will decide which 26 players will represent the U.S. in the 2026 World Cup. Who will he choose?Yahoo Sports - 1d -
Downhill training session at the World Cup finals canceled because of weather conditions
A downhill training session for the men and women at the World Cup finals was canceled Thursday because of weather conditions. There was quite a bit of snow accumulation on the course overnight, ...Yahoo Sports - 21h -
U.S. falls to lowest-ever ranking on 2025 World Happiness Report
The United States fell to its lowest-ever place on the World Happiness Report, released on International Day of Happiness, while Finland remained in the top spot.CBS News - 21h -
U.S. falls to lowest-ever ranking on 2025 World Happiness Report
The United States fell to its lowest-ever place on the World Happiness Report, released on International Day of Happiness, while Finland remained in the top spot.CBS News - 21h -
Mali revive World Cup campaign as Cape Verde top group
Mali beat Comoros to revive their hopes of reaching the 2026 Fifa World Cup while Benin, Cape Verde, Gabon and Mozambique go top of their groups.Yahoo Sports - 13h -
Elon Musk’s DOGE Calls in U.S. Marshals When a Small Agency Refuses to Share Data
The U.S. African Development Foundation refused to let DOGE members into its offices. DOGE returned with law enforcement.Inc. - Mar. 7 -
US in exploratory talks with DR Congo over mineral deal
Central African nation seeks military support against rebel offensive in exchange for natural resourcesFinancial Times - Mar. 8 -
U.S. orders non-emergency personnel to leave South Sudan amid violence
The travel advisory level for South Sudan remains at Level 4, which means Americans should not travel to the African country.CBS News - Mar. 9 -
Tim Walz Attacks Musk With Language From the Trump Playbook
The Minnesota governor derided Elon Musk, a naturalized United States citizen, as a “South African nepo baby.”The New York Times - 1d -
Kirsty Coventry elected first woman president of Olympic movement
Zimbabwean Kirsty Coventry became the first woman and African to be elected president of the International Olympic Committee on Thursday, declaring it to be an "extraordinary moment"."This is an ...Yahoo Sports - 20h -
Kirsty Coventry becomes first woman to lead International Olympic Committee
Zimbabwean Kirsty Coventry became the first woman and African to be elected president of the International Olympic Committee on Thursday, saying it was an "extraordinary moment"."This is an ...Yahoo Sports - 20h -
Coventry elected as IOC's first female president
Zimbabwe's sports minister Kirsty Coventry is elected as the new IOC president, becoming the first woman and first African to hold the role.Yahoo Sports - 19h -
Coventry the first woman elected as IOC pres.
Kirsty Coventry has been elected president of the International Olympic Committee, becoming the first woman and first African to hold the post.ESPN - 18h -
Coventry elected first female IOC president as Coe beaten
Zimbabwe's sports minister Kirsty Coventry is elected as the new IOC president, becoming the first woman and first African to hold the role.BBC News - 18h -
Trump creates 2026 FIFA World Cup task force
"I think it's going to make it more exciting," Mr. Trump said of playing the World Cup amid sharp rhetoric between leaders of the host nations amid the on-again, off-again tariffs.CBS News - Mar. 7 -
England match like Wales' World Cup final - George
England vice-captain Jamie George says the Six Nations finale in Cardiff will be like a "World Cup final" for Wales as they seek to end a 16-match losing streak.BBC News - Mar. 10 -
Fifa accused of blocking labour inspection at 2026 World Cup stadium
Building and Wood Workers’ International makes claim Stadium in question is Azteca in Mexico City Fifa has been accused of reneging on a commitment to ensure workers’ safety on World Cup ...The Guardian - Mar. 11 -
Marcus Rashford earns England recall for World Cup qualifiers
Marcus Rashford has been called up to the England squad for their upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Albania and Latvia.Thomas Tuchel is preparing for his first games as England manager and ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Injured Neymar to miss World Cup qualifier against Argentina. Endrick returns
Neymar was ruled out by Brazil on Friday for World Cup qualifiers against Colombia and Argentina this month. Neymar, goalkeeper Ederson and defender Danilo were not fit to play for unspecified ...Yahoo Sports - 6d
