The Strange Science of Scheduling a College-Football Season“Cupcake games” are a critical part of the sport’s ecosystem—but why?
How to Actually Pull Off a Pilgrimage to an NFL International GameThis season, the NFL hosted games in Brazil, London, and Munich—and has its eye on more cities abroad in the future. So, is it worth the trip? Yes. One thousand times yes.
NFL Week 13 Under Review : Surprise, the Eagles Have the League’s Best DefenseWelcome to NFL Under Review, a weekly column where I will sound off on misguided narratives, inexplicable coaching decisions, and other topics around the NFL. Each Tuesday throughout the season, you’ll get my takes on the biggest stories in the league, with an eye on what’s to come.
UCLA, UConn Lead Women’s AP Top 25; TCU, Duke Enter Top 10TCU is ranked a school-best ninth in the AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll after beating Notre Dame, which fell seven spots to No. 10.
Australia Head Into Adelaide Test Against India at Risk of Blowing World TitleAustralia have only just begun the first of back-to-back home summers where an ageing side is seeking to cement its legacy in a pair of Test series against arch-rivals India and England.
It’s a Make-or-Break Season for Zion Williamson’s Superstar StatusInjuries have always been the excuse, but we may be nearing an uncomfortable reality with Zion Williamson. Even when healthy, the Pelicans star has not been the game changer we originally envisioned.
How a Women’s College Volleyball Team Became the Center of the Transgender Athlete DebateOn the court, they seem like any other college women’s volleyball team.
Hard-nosed Liverpool hold firm on Salah but must wonder if it makes senseThere are certain fixed rules in scriptwriting.
Mike and Kiki Tyson Are Ready for the FightAfter a near-death experience, the boxer is preparing for his big fight against Jake Paul. This article was featured in One Great Story, New York’s reading recommendation newsletter. Sign up here to get it nightly. Mike Tyson is running late for dinner.
Nikola Jokic Was Already the Best Basketball Player Alive. Somehow, He’s Even Better Now.The Denver Nuggets star is leading the NBA in rebounds and assists per game—and he’s not far off the pace in scoring. Is the three-time MVP somehow making another leap? And is it a bad sign that the Nuggets need him to?
U.S. Zoos Gave a Fortune to Protect Pandas. That’s Not How China Spent It.For decades, American zoos have raised tens of millions of dollars from donors and sent the money to China for the right to host and display pandas. Under U.S. law, those funds were required to be spent protecting pandas in the wild.
‘Prison didn’t touch the sides’: Tony Adams on addiction, losing the man who saved him and helping othersTony Adams has always been a contradiction. He led and captained an elite Arsenal dressing room for 14 years but struggled to care for himself. The epitome of bravery on the pitch and “a scared little boy” off it. A career full of drive and determination but also weak will.
Eyes on the Prize: A Treasure Hunting Reading ListThis story was funded by our members. Join Longreads and help us to support more writers. Few things capture the imagination like the concept of hidden treasure.
Why Does No One Understand the Real Reason Trump Won?I’ve had a lot of conversations since Tuesday revolving around the question of why Donald Trump won. The economy and inflation. Kamala Harris didn’t do this or that. Sexism and racism. The border. That trans-inmate ad that ran a jillion times. And so on.
The World’s Best Places To Move (Or Retire), Ranked In A New ReportThinking about living abroad? You’ve come to the right place. International Living just released its Annual Global Retirement Index—which highlights the best places to move (or retire). It’s been a hot topic in the wake of the recent U.S.