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England women’s team unites fans as once-ignored squad eyes nation’s first World Cup title since ’66

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If last year’s European Women’s Championship final is any indication, much of the nation will be watching as the Lionesses take the field. LONDON, UK — It’s easy to understand why Gail Newsham can’t stop grinning as she prepares for England’s soccer team to play in the final of the Women’s World Cup. Newsham, 70, grew … Read more

‘Friday Night Lights’ book tagged by AI as sexually explicit, banned in Iowa school district

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H.G. “Buzz” Bissinger’s 1990 non-fiction book about the 1988 Odessa Permian football team was one of 19 books removed from shelves in a North Iowa city. MASON CITY, Iowa — Editor’s note: The video above is a WFAA report about Fort Worth ISD’s response to the READER Act, a Texas law similar to the Iowa law … Read more

Last rodeo for Longhorn Network, the Texas venture with ESPN that once rattled the Big 12

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The 20-year, $300 million partnership with ESPN was revolutionary and it sent shockwaves across college athletics. AUSTIN, Texas — (AP) — When the Longhorn Network launched in 2011, the 20-year, $300 million partnership with ESPN set up Texas with its own 24-hour television showcase that sent shockwaves across college sports some say can still be … Read more

Sweden beats Australia 2-0 to win another bronze medal at the Women’s World Cup

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It was a disappointing finish for the Matildas, who captivated the host nation during a run to the semifinals for the first time. BRISBANE, QLD — Sweden won yet another bronze medal at the Women’s World Cup, with Fridolina Rolfo and Kosovare Asllani scoring Saturday in a clinical 2-0 win over tournament co-host Australia. The Swedish … Read more