
Somali Referee Omar Artan Blocked from U.S., Welcomed Home as Hero
Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States and missed the 2026 World Cup, then returned home to a hero's welcome.

Somali referee Omar Artan was denied entry into the United States and missed the 2026 World Cup, then returned home to a hero's welcome.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup begins this summer with 48 men's national teams competing in the largest field in the tournament's history.
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The University of Oklahoma has renewed its multimedia rights partnership with Learfield and announced plans for a new Sooner Evolution Center.
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Pro Football Focus ranked former Minnesota Vikings safety Harrison Smith atop its all-defensive team for the past 20 seasons, citing Hall of Fame consideration.