Vlašić scores winner as Croatia beats Ghana 2-1 to reach World Cup knockout stage
By DAN GELSTON PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Croatia earned a spot in the World Cup knockout round, getting goals from Nikola Vlašić and Luka Sučić to beat Ghana 2-1 on Saturday.…
Netherlands forward Gakpo’s partner announces their unborn son has passed away in pregnancy
The Associated Press Netherlands forward Cody Gakpo’s partner announced Saturday their unborn son had died during pregnancy. Gakpo and model Noa van der Bij already have a son together and…
Ronaldo, Portugal set to learn Round of 32 matchup in World Cup
By TIM REYNOLDS MIAMI GARDENS, Fla.` (AP) — Cristiano Ronaldo and Portugal have arrived for their final group stage match against Colombia at the World Cup, knowing their spot in…
Magic waive veteran forward Jonathan Isaac to open roster spot
By waiving veteran forward Jonathan Isaac, the Magic open up a roster spot and lower their projected luxury tax payment.
Judge blocks Tennessee from reporting sick children to immigration authorities, for now
The new law required government agencies to check the legal status of all residents before they can obtain public benefits.
Colombia fans return to Hard Rock Stadium nearly 2 years after chaotic scene at Copa America final
By ALANIS THAMES and ZACH PASCUZZI MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. (AP) — Juan Nicolas wants this time to be different. The Bogotá, Colombia, native saw the scary scene two years ago…
World Cup final day of group play will set the field for the round of 32
By The Associated Press Going into the final day of group play at the World Cup, there are essentially eight teams vying for four spots in the round of 32.…
Oviedo High WR Jordan Donahoo commits to Ohio State
Oviedo High's 6-foot-4 receiver Jordan Donahoo committed to play for powerhouse Ohio State on Saturday.
Vancouver turns its Science World museum into a giant 17-story soccer ball for the World Cup
By ANNE M. PETERSON VANCOUVER, British Columbia (AP) — It started with a whimsical idea. Why not transform the landmark Science World museum in downtown Vancouver, the geodesic dome-topped building…
Former USF beach volleyball player fights drink spiking with startup
Addison Bounds of Jupiter played beach volleyball for USF. She and a former teammate are developing a chemical sensor embedded in jewelry that can detect date rape drugs in drinks.