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PHOTOS: World Cup Brings Sunny Vibes To The Streets Of Senegal
Residents of Dakar beat drums, danced and waved flags in the streets to celebrate their triumph over Poland this week. Next up: Japan on Sunday.
Oh, The Horror: World Cup Fans Face Beer Shortage
According to Reuters, some bars and restaurants in Moscow have gone through all their beer supplies.
Phillie Phanatic Injures Fan With Hot Dog
In Philadelphia, a fan went to the ER after being struck in the face by a hot dog. The hot dog, wrapped in duct tape, was fired into the stands by Philadelphia's mascot the Phillie Phanatic.
NFL Players Pen Op-Ed Calling For Changes To America's Justice System
President Trump called on NFL players to suggest names of incarcerated people who they feel have been treated unfairly. A new op-ed from four NFL players calls for the president to issue a blanket pardon for people serving sentences for non-violent drug offenses.
NFL Players Move Their Protests Off The Field, Grilling Boston DA Candidates
"The anthem had its role," says Patriots player Devin McCourty. "But I think, if we just took a knee every Sunday ... would anything change in the communities? I don't think so."
Taking His Pants Off Gets Cubs Pitcher On The Disabled List
Chicago Cubs key relief pitcher Brandon Morrow got injured this week taking his pants off. He was pulling his left leg out when he felt a back spasm. He tells reporters the whole thing is frustrating.
In The Stands And On The Sidelines, The World Comes To the World Cup
The tournament so far has been full of surprises, with Senegal and Japan emerging as fan favorites. Here are a few stories we're following.
The Science Behind The World Cup Ball
For every World Cup, there's a custom official ball. But how does the Telstar 18 actually stack up? To find out, scientists stuck it in a wind tunnel with a bunch of sensors.
NBA Moves Into E-Sports
E-sports has doubled in size in the last three years and professional athletic associations are now getting more closely involved.