Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Why Chelsea changed their transfer policy to sign Premier League golden oldies
The club’s need for leadership and role models in a young squad is behind the signings of Danny Welbeck and Jordan Henderson
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Two women led the resistance to Infantino’s World Cup sell-off. That matters
Lise Klaveness and Laura McAllister were instrumental in collapsing FIFA’s controversial plan last week
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Inside London Spirit: U.S. tech tycoons, a 239-year-old cricket club and a very unlikely alliance
The Athletic goes behind the scenes to see how Silicon Valley funding, star talent and cinema trips have overhauled the women’s team
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Australia’s ‘golden age’ in track and field: How they became such a force
Australia enjoyed a record success on the track at the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
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Connections: Sports Edition today: Hints and answers for Aug. 3, 2026, puzzle No. 679
Welcome to Connections: Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores.
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Markram plays down LSG captaincy buzz
“There are other quality leaders too,” says South Africa batter, when asked about vacant captaincy spot at IPL franchise
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Greaves half-century props up West Indies on rain-affected day
Pakistan attack make inroads but hosts battle through with series of useful partnerships
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What I’m hearing about the Tigers on the eve of the trade deadline
There’s plenty left to sort out: Notes on Tarik Skubal, Casey Mize, Jackson Jobe, River Ryan, Jack Flaherty and Gleyber Torres.
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Braves deal for Tyler Mahle clears an admittedly low bar: MLB Trade Grades
It’s not the worst add, and getting Mahle from the Giants didn’t cost any prospects, but surely the Braves have bigger targets on the radar.
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Cubs get Kevin Gausman without trading any top prospects
Though Gausman hasn’t pitched quite as well this season as he has in recent years, the Cubs didn’t have to give up much to get him.
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