World Cup Opens withVictory and Growing Controversy
The tournament's first matches delivered emotional moments and dramatic play, but rising political strains and soaring ticket costs cast a shadow over the global event.
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Benito Mussolini
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Benito Mussolini across Baseball, Football, Soccer.
The Pitch and the Power: Autocrats, Sportswashing, and the Soul of Soccer
How autocrats have tried to co‑opt soccer’s universal appeal, and why the sport’s true power lies in its community, not in staged spectacles.
Jun 11, 2026
Five Underrated Baseball Cards Poised for Value Surge
From a 1914 Baltimore News Babe Ruth rookie that has appreciated from $6,600 to over seven million dollars, to a 1994 BBM Ichiro Suzuki card with only 15 PSA 10 copies, a handful of overlooked issues are attracting serious investment.
May 15, 2026
Hidden gems in international baseball cards: rare issues that command seven‑figure prices
While most collectors focus on U.S. staples like Topps and Bowman, a handful of international baseball cards are quietly achieving seven‑figure values. Scarcity, historical context and PSA population data reveal why these issues are generating intense interest.
May 15, 2026