From Hemisfair to The Rock: Spurs unveil NBA Finals watch parties and festivities

Giveaways, watch parties and public events planned across San Antonio during series vs. Knicks SAN ANTONIO — The San Antonio Spurs announced Monday a slate of fan activations across the city to celebrate the Silver & Black’s advance to the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks, including watch parties, giveaways, retail opportunities and public … Read more

South Africa soccer body says World Cup squad will depart Monday after visa delay

The South African team was due to depart Sunday but had not secured U.S. visas for some players and backroom staff members. WASHINGTON — South Africa’s World Cup squad will leave for the tournament on Monday after problems with travel visas delayed their departure, the national soccer body said. South Africa plays co-host Mexico in the opening game … Read more

‘It is a little disheartening’ | South-side volunteers clean up Southwest Military Drive after Spurs celebration

“Have a good time, let’s have another celebration and clean our city the next day and represent the San Antonio Spurs, the Spurs way. The way that makes them proud.” SAN ANTONIO — As Spurs fans celebrated a major playoff victory Saturday night, the festivities left behind more than memories along Southwest Military Drive. By … Read more

NBA brings back iconic Larry O’Brien Trophy logo to center court for 2026 Finals in San Antonio, New York

For the first time since 2009, the Larry O’Brien Trophy will return to center court for the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks. SAN ANTONIO — One of the NBA Finals’ most recognizable traditions is making its return. The NBA released a first look at the iconic Larry O’Brien Trophy … Read more

No, the robots spotted around Dallas World Cup sites are not scanning fans’ faces, company says

A viral video claimed “face-scanning robots” were checking World Cup tickets in Dallas. The company behind them says that’s not true. DALLAS — File this one under: “They’re doing what?!” A video went viral claiming FIFA had deployed “face-scanning robots” to verify ticket holders in Dallas for the World Cup. Yes, you read that right. … Read more