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The bronze trophy features a player reaching for a crystal basketball.

The NBA has renamed its MVP trophy after Michael Jordan

December 13, 2022 7:33 AM CNN Newsource

By Amy Woodyatt, CNN Basketball great Michael Jordan can add another accolade to his mighty list of accomplishments — but this time, rather…

Mississippi State head coach Mike Leach has died at the age of 61.

Mississippi State head football coach Mike Leach has died at 61 from heart condition complications

December 13, 2022 6:30 AM CNN Newsource

By Wayne Sterling, CNN Mississippi State head football coach Mike Leach died Monday night from heart condition complications, the university…

A devastated Kyler Murray was tended to and removed from the field after a non-contact injury early in the first quarter.

Arizona Cardinals’ woes continue as Kyler Murray hurt in 27-13 loss to New England Patriots

December 13, 2022 4:09 AM CNN Newsource

By Amy Woodyatt, CNN Things went from bad to worse for the Arizona Cardinals on Monday, who suffered a 27-13 loss to the New England Patriots after…

Rudisha won his second gold medal in the 800m at Rio 2016.

Kenyan double Olympic gold medalist David Rudisha survives plane crash

December 13, 2022 3:36 AM CNN Newsource

By Bethlehem Feleke, CNN Kenyan runner David Rudisha, a two-time Olympic 800m gold medalist, survived a plane crash in Kenya on Saturday, according…

Over one million fans from around the world have traveled to Doha

‘We’re so used to the ‘other’ playing it but now it’s here:’ What it means for Qataris to experience a World Cup

December 13, 2022 3:27 AM CNN

By Ben Church, CNN Reem Al-Haddad still remembers how excited she felt when Qatar won the right to host the 2022 World Cup. As a starry-eyed,…

‘We’re so used to the ‘other’ playing it but now it’s here:’ What it means for Qataris to experience a World Cup

December 13, 2022 3:27 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Church, CNN Reem Al-Haddad still remembers how excited she felt when Qatar won the right to host the 2022 World Cup. As a starry-eyed,…

The body of journalist Grant Wahl has been returned to the United States for autopsy after his death in Qatar.

Body of journalist Grant Wahl returned to US for autopsy, manager says, after his death at World Cup in Qatar

December 12, 2022 8:44 PM CNN

By Rob Frehse and Jennifer Hansler, CNN The body of prominent American journalist Grant Wahl has been returned to the US and an autopsy is being…

Body of journalist Grant Wahl returned to US for autopsy, manager says, after his death at World Cup in Qatar

December 12, 2022 8:44 PM CNN Newsource

By Rob Frehse and Jennifer Hansler, CNN The body of prominent American journalist Grant Wahl has been returned to the US and an autopsy is being…

Croatia beat Argentina 3-0 in the group stages of the 2018 World Cup.

Lionel Messi and Argentina face tough test against Croatia before shot at World Cup glory

December 12, 2022 4:36 PM CNN Newsource

By Ben Church, CNN Lionel Messi is just two matches away from World Cup glory but his Argentina side must first find a way past Croatia at the Lusail…

The Croatia players celebrate a goal against France in the 1998 World Cup semifinals.

From bloody Balkan war to World Cup heavyweight: the making of Croatia as a soccer nation

December 12, 2022 4:42 PM CNN Newsource

By Ben Morse, CNN Panama, Mauritania, Georgia and Eritrea are four countries with roughly the equivalent population sizes of Croatia. Those four…

There are plenty of outdoor areas to relax.

$480,000-per-week yacht plays host to super rich at Qatar 2022

December 12, 2022 1:02 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Church, CNN It’s been dubbed the ‘Arabian Riviera,’ where the streets are immaculate and are interspersed with luxury hotels…

(From left to right) Head coach Paul Silas and LeBron James of the Cleveland Cavaliers look on during the game against the Sacramento Kings at Arco Arena on October 29

Paul Silas, 3-time NBA champion player and coach, dead at 79

December 11, 2022 11:49 PM CNN Newsource

By Homero De la Fuente, CNN Former NBA All-Star and longtime head coach Paul Silas has died at the of age 79, the league announced Sunday. “We…

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady runs against San Francisco 49ers defensive end Nick Bosa during the second half of their game.

Brock Purdy and the San Francisco 49ers spoil Tom Brady’s homecoming in blowout win over Tampa Bay Buccaneers

December 11, 2022 11:28 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacob Lev, CNN Going from Mr. Irrelevant in the 2022 NFL Draft to spoiling Tom Brady’s homecoming, San Francisco 49ers rookie quarterback…

The LED board shows a photo of Grant Wahl prior to the quarterfinal match between England and France.

Grant Wahl: A charming, kind and talented journalist

December 11, 2022 10:23 AM CNN

By Don Riddell, CNN It was 5 a.m and I couldn’t sleep; my mind was replaying the extraordinary drama of Argentina’s penalty shootout…

Ronaldo was benched for two consecutive games.

Cristiano Ronaldo speaks for first time since shock World Cup exit

December 11, 2022 9:13 AM CNN Newsource

By Wayne Sterling, CNN A day after leaving the 2022 World Cup in tears as his chances to win the tournament for the first time in his career were…

Grant Wahl: A charming, kind and talented journalist

December 11, 2022 5:04 AM CNN Newsource

By Don Riddell, CNN It was 5 a.m and I couldn’t sleep; my mind was replaying the extraordinary drama of Argentina’s penalty shootout…

A man flies over the crowd as fans of the Moroccan soccer team celebrate in Madrid.

Morocco’s historic World Cup achievement hailed worldwide

December 11, 2022 4:34 AM CNN Newsource

By Issy Ronald, CNN As the first African and first Arab country to reach the World Cup semifinals, Morocco’s soccer team now represents so much…

11 World Cup greats — as you’ve never seen them before

December 11, 2022 1:01 AM CNN Newsource

By Roger Bennett and Nate Kitch, for CNN Host of the popular soccer podcast “Men in Blazers,” Roger Bennett and illustrator and artist…

Brock Purdy passes in the fourth quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs at Levi's Stadium on October 23.

NFL Week 14 preview: Playoff seedings on the line as season enters business end

December 11, 2022 12:54 AM CNN Newsource

By Ben Morse, CNN It’s the time of year when the temperature drops, the big coats get brought out of the closet and the NFL action begins to…

Heisman Trophy winner and Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams speaks before attending the award ceremony on December 10

USC quarterback Caleb Williams wins the 2022 Heisman Trophy

December 10, 2022 6:59 PM CNN Newsource

By Jacob Lev, CNN University of Southern California quarterback Caleb Williams was named the 2022 Heisman Trophy winner Saturday night. The…

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