More than 8,000 store closures were announced in 2017 — here's the full list
Thousands of stores are closing as retailers deal with years of decline.
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ESPN is why there are now 41 college football bowl games and other networks are catching on
ESPN secures major deals for college football bowl games, solidifying its dominance in sports broadcasting.
The number of minority head coaches in the NFL is back up to an all-time high
After dropping to just four minority coaches in 2013, the number is again rising, and is now once again back up to eight, including seven African-American coaches.
Tom Brady is making a mockery of the NFL at an age when most quarterbacks are in a rocking chair
Tom Brady's skills on the field continue to impress, solidifying his legacy as one of football's greats.
ESPN is making more money than ever off of subscribers despite its dwindling subscriber base
ESPN reports record revenue from subscribers, showcasing its stronghold in sports media.
Most college football players will be forced to change head coaches at least once in their career
The idea of college players playing their entire career under one coach is not nearly as common most of these high-school kids realize.
How much to tip everyone in your life for the holidays, from your hair stylist to your housekeeper
If you're going to give cash, it's better to give earlier in the month than later, if possible.
Jimbo Fisher went from a $72,000 salary to one of the highest-paid coaches in sports in 19 years
Jimbo Fisher's lucrative salary at Texas A&M raises questions about coaching contracts in college football.
Trump is shrinking two national monuments cherished by Native Americans — here are the US presidents who protected the most land
Trump plans to shrink Bears Ears National Monument by up to 90%. Here are the presidents who've preserved the most public land throughout US history.
Why the NCAA may eventually be forced to pay some student athletes, in one chart
What if players were able to participate in a free-market system?
New York City's subway is falling apart — here's how it compares to other cities around the world
As a New York Times investigation recently showed, the NYC subway is in crisis mode. Here are the cities that have public transit that regularly leaves on time.
NFL attendance has not been hurt by protests, but there is a simple reason why people should be skeptical of that for now
Despite ongoing protests, NFL attendance remains steady, indicating fans' continued support for their teams amidst controversy.
The highest-paid employee in the NFL is the commissioner, unlike other sports
Roger Goodell's hefty salary sparks debate among NFL fans, highlighting concerns over executive compensation in sports.
The New England Patriots' obsession with second-round draft picks is a brilliant strategy
There is simply more value in the second round and the Patriots can use the saved money to fill other needs.
The 10 most and least healthy Halloween candies
Take 5 bars, Smarties, and Jolly Ranchers came out ahead of Reese's and Kit Kat bars.
Here's how many foreign ISIS fighters have returned home from the battlefield
More than 40,000 fighters flocked to join ISIS' "caliphate." Now thousands of them are returning to their home countries.
LeBron James has already played more NBA minutes than Michael Jordan did in his entire career
LeBron James weighs in on the ongoing debate over rest and player management, comparing himself to Michael Jordan.
The final tally is in for Alex Rodriguez's historic contracts and it doesn't look good for the Yankees or the Rangers
The Rangers are still paying A-Rod thanks to some deferred payments.
Nearly 40% of all NFL players come from 18 schools
No school has more players on NFL rosters than LSU.
Americans' commuting habits haven't changed at all in the last 10 years
Americans still largely prefer to take a personal car to work over public transit and mobility services.