A beginner's guide to the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Soccer rules are tough to pick up on the fly. We’ve compiled a cheat sheet for Americans watching the “other football” during the 2018 FIFA World Cup.

How a national team qualifies for the 2018 FIFA World Cup

Qualifying rounds of the FIFA World Cup are some of the most exciting as teams compete for a chance to represent their country in a prestigious global event.

Olympic skier Bode Miller's toddler daughter drowns in pool

The 19-month-old daughter of U.S. Olympic skier Bode Miller drowned in a Southern California swimming pool, authorities said Monday.

Julio Jones misses Falcons' minicamp but has Quinn's support

Julio Jones remains in coach Dan Quinn's good graces even after missing the opening day of the Atlanta Falcons' mandatory minicamp.

2018 FIFA WORLD CUP PREVIEW: Germany looks to become 1st repeat champ in half-century

MOSCOW (AP) - After raising the World Cup eight miles from Copacabana Beach four years ago, Germany hopes to lift the trophy four miles from the Kremlin on July 15 and become the first repeat champion in more than a half-century.

Israeli tennis player tour makes stop in Dunwoody

An exhibition of young Israeli tennis players is bringing tennis ambassadors to the metro Atlanta area.

NFL players show Georgia kids game fundamentals

Several NFL players are working together to show young children the fundamentals of the game.

Sea of red swarms DC as Washington Capitals look to win Stanley Cup

Authorities prepared for a sea of red to swarm the Capital One Arena Thursday evening as the Washington Capitals could claim the coveted Stanley Cup with a victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Las Vegas.

Report: Colin Kaepernick's legal team expected to pursue Trump testimony in grievance case

Colin Kaepernick’s legal team is reportedly expected to seek federal subpoenas in the next few weeks in order to get President Trump and Vice President Mike Pence, among possible others, to testify in the quarterback’s grievance case against the NFL.

Golden State Warriors beat Cleveland Cavaliers 108-85 in Game 4 for third NBA title in four years

Golden State. Golden still.   Stephen Curry scored 37 points, Kevin Durant added 20 and a triple-double and the Warriors stamped themselves a dynasty after winning their second straight NBA title and third in four years Friday night, 108-85 over the Cleveland Cavaliers to complete a sweep and perhaps drive LeBron James from his home again to chase championships.

World Cup health: from heart attacks to baby booms

The World Cup is here and while it brings a ton of excitement and joy -- it can also present a scary affect on our health.

Washington Capitals win Stanley Cup, beat Vegas 4-3

The Washington Capitals have won their first Stanley Cup championship, beating the Vegas Golden Knights in five games.

World Cup by the numbers - what you need to know (or forgot)

The 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia is the 21st edition of the single biggest tournament for the single biggest sport on the planet, and the first to be held in Eastern Europe. 

Padres fan catches foul ball in beer, then chugs with ball still in cup

A woman watching the Padres host the Braves at Petco Park Tuesday caught a foul ball in her beer and proceeded to chug to the applause of fans. 

'No one wants the invite anyway': Lebron James, Steph Curry agree on no White House trip

LeBron James and Steph Curry may be fierce opponents on the basketball court. But the pair do agree on this: No matter who wins the NBA finals, the Cleveland Cavaliers or the Golden State Warriors, no one wants to go to the White House to meet President Donald Trump.

Hall of Fame pitcher Smoltz preparing for US Senior Open

PEACHTREE CITY, Ga. (AP) - Hall of Fame pitcher John Smoltz is making his mark in a new sport. Golf. The 51-year-old Smoltz qualified for the U.S. Senior Open on Thursday, emerging from a three-man playoff to take the final spot.