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Night Alarm in Sherman Oaks. Christian Wood Deters Burglars With Shots Into the Ground

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Salid Martik
12/11/25

In one of Los Angeles's quiet neighborhoods, former Lakers center Christian Wood faced an off-court threat. According to police, unknown individuals entered his home; however, the basketball player kept his composure and, without directly engaging the intruders, fired several warning shots into the...


Betting on the Legend: Why the Myth of Michael Jordan's 'Exile' for Gambling Doesn't Match the Facts

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Salid Martik
11/11/25

When Michael Jordan's name hits the headlines, the volume is automatically turned up to the max. In that noise, it's easy to blur reality, human frailties, and the magnet of myth that inevitably clings to any superstar. The story that the NBA 'kicked' Jordan out for gambling is a perfect example: it...


Messi's Miami Renaissance: How His Children Sparked His Love for the NFL

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Salid Martik
11/11/25

Lionel Messi’s move to Florida turned out to be not only a new stage in his career but also an unexpected twist in his sporting tastes. Settling into life in Miami, the Argentine immersed himself in the local culture and suddenly discovered American football. If he used to turn on the TV only for th...


Sports Betting Worldwide: From Strict Bans to Flexible Regulatory Models

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Nevin Lasanis
10/11/25

The legalization of sports betting is a topic where taxes, social policy, religion, and history intersect. Bookmakers point to transparent budget inflows, sponsorship of leagues and clubs, and infrastructure development. Opponents emphasize moral and religious prohibitions, compare betting with othe...

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Heart and Ring: Lamine Yamal's Father Teases a Possible Wedding With a Post

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Salid Martik
10/11/25

The circles around top-flight football stars rarely stay out of the spotlight — and the latest post by Munir Nasraoui, father of Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal, proves it. A joint photo with a young woman appeared on his social media along with a laconic caption made up of two symbols — a black heart...


The Paris Corridor. Bayern Seeks a Review of Strict Rules for Its Fans

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Salid Martik
07/11/25

On the eve of their Champions League trip to “PSG,” “Bayern” publicly opposed the last-minute restrictions imposed on supporters in Paris and said it had already appealed to UEFA. The catalyst was an order from the Paris police prefecture, published on Monday afternoon: at the last moment the docume...


Does One Eye Make You a Coward? How Tom Aspinall Landed at the Center of a Debate on Courage and Safety

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Nevin Lasanis
07/11/25

In Abu Dhabi, crowd favorite Tom Aspinall suddenly became the week’s central figure—and not because of a knockout. His title fight with Ciryl Gane ended in the opening round after a blatant eye poke, and the champion’s decision not to continue triggered a wave of accusations. Aspinall responded by r...

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Hero of Highlights, Prisoner of Performance: What's Going On with Ja Morant

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Salid Martik
06/11/25

Yes, Ja Morant can make an arena exhale in unison: a leap above the rim, a cut-and-finish dunk, a spin on the dribble — and social feeds are already on fire. But when the highlight reel ends and the dull 48-minute routine of mistakes, rotations, and discipline begins, the image of the NBA's Tony Mon...


Sir David by Right: How Beckham Received His Knighthood and Conquered Windsor with Style

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Nevin Lasanis
05/11/25

David Beckham has been knighted — an event that both caps his outstanding career and highlights his influence beyond the pitch. In the ceremonial setting of Windsor Castle, the former England midfielder accepted the title for his services to football and charity. The new status allows him to be addr...


"Personal Life Is Out of Play": Lamine Yamal Sets the Record Straight After the Breakup with Nicki Nicole

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Salid Martik
05/11/25

In top-flight football, media noise often drowns out actual sporting news. Barcelona winger Lamine Yamal chose a short, straightforward conversation instead of rumors: he confirmed that he and Nicki Nicole are no longer a couple, stressing — there was no cheating. In a brief blitz-style interview, t...