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Best Sports Bars in Miami: Where to Watch the Dolphins

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Sep 5, 2025

From American Social to Flanigan's, here are the 11 best sports bars in Miami to watch Dolphins and Hurricanes football games.

Depicted are men playing basketball at a popular beachside court in Fort Lauderdale.

Iconic Fort Lauderdale Beach Basketball Courts to Be Bulldozed

By B. Scott McLendon

Sep 4, 2025

They're paving basketball paradise to put up a pickleball court.

A blonde woman holds a Miami Dolphins flag with teal and orange stripes on it

The Most Pivotal Season in Miami Dolphins History Has Arrived

By Ryan Yousefi

Sep 1, 2025

The Miami Dolphins enter 2025 with everything on the line — from Tua to Tyreek, McDaniel to Ross, and a restless fanbase.

Finxiety: Study Ranks Dolphins Fans Among NFL's Most Anxious

By Ryan Yousefi

Aug 21, 2025

A new survey says 62 percent of Dolphins fans are stressed for 2025 — above average, but not quite the NFL's most anxious.

Blurred photo of vandalized Jackie Robinson mural

City to Unveil Restoration of Mural Vandalized with Racist, Anti-Semitic Graffiti

By Celia Almeida

Aug 20, 2025

The mural depicting Jackie Robinson and Minnie Miñoso was defaced with a swastika and the n-word back in June.

Nick Bosa of the San Francisco 49ers, clad in athleisure gear, looks on from the sidelines against the Denver Broncos in the second half during the NFL preseason game at Levi's Stadium on August 09, 2025, in Santa Clara, California.

Two South Florida Schools Among Best Athletic Programs in U.S.

By B. Scott McLendon

Aug 19, 2025

The schools are veritable factories for professional athletes.

Largest U.S. Padel Club Is Coming to Midtown, Part of Major Neighborhood Transformation

By Naomi Feinstein

Aug 14, 2025

"This hub will be the social country club of the neighborhood," the head of Ultra Padel operations said in a statement.

Soccer legend Lionel Messi kisses the World Cup trophy.

FIFA Needs Unpaid Volunteers to Staff Miami World Cup

By B. Scott McLendon

Aug 13, 2025

Miami is one of 16 cities across the U.S., Canada, and Mexico hosting World Cup games next summer.

collage shows Travis Kelce riding in an airboat on the left and holding a gator in the Everglades on the right

Travis Kelce Goes Full "Florida Man" in GQ

By Celia Almeida

Aug 12, 2025

The Super Bowl winner (and famous boyfriend of Taylor Swift) goes knee-deep in the swamp in his latest photoshoot.

Miami to Host LaLiga Giants in Spanish League's First Foreign Foray

By B. Scott McLendon

Aug 12, 2025

Tickets have yet to go on sale for the December game.

Sporting sunglasses and a pom-pom-topped team-issue knit hat, Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins looks on before the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium on January 05, 2025, in East Rutherford, New Jersey

Dolphins QB 'Honored' by Trump Sports Council Appointment

By B. Scott McLendon

Aug 8, 2025

The Alabama alumni and current face of the NFL's concussion debate said he wasn't sure why the president appointed him.

The pink and blue courts at Dinko Pickleball Complex.

The 10 Best Pickleball Courts in Miami

By Jesse Scott

Aug 6, 2025

These are your top spots to dink, slam, and "Erne" in Miami, from tucked-away park courts to air-conditioned indoor escapes.

DeSantis Orders Lowered Flags for 'Hulk Hogan Day'

By B. Scott McLendon

Aug 1, 2025

The honor is typically reserved for war heroes, accomplished politicians, and beloved civic leaders.

A Florida spiny lobster on the ocean floor

Florida Lobster Mini-Season Is Back: Please Don't Die!

By B. Scott McLendon

Jul 29, 2025

South Florida is on a gruesome streak of boating injuries during the two-day season.

Tua Tagovailoa #1 of the Miami Dolphins practices at Baptist Health Training Complex on July 28, 2025 in Miami Gardens, Florida

Tua Tagovailoa Reports to Camp With a New Look (Again) — So Let's Revisit His Greatest Hits

By Ryan Yousefi

Jul 28, 2025

It’s become something of an unofficial tradition: Each off-season brings a new version of Tua.

Miami Marlins left fielder Kyle Stowers #28 smiles as he rounds the bases after hitting a walk-off home run at LoanDepot Park in Miami, Florida

Who the Heck Is Kyle Stowers? Meet the Marlins' New Mystery Man!

By Ryan Yousefi

Jul 21, 2025

While you weren't looking, the Miami Marlins found themselves a genuine feel-good story in 2025.

Behold: Florida Panthers Fill Stanley Cup with Wings at Flanigan's

By Nicole Lopez-Alvar

Jul 17, 2025

The Panthers' Stanley Cup has officially made its way to Flanigan's Seafood Bar & Grill, and South Florida fans are losing it.

LeBron James looks to fend off Jimmy Butler in a game against the Miami Heat.

The Return of the King: How LeBron Could Spark Miami’s Next Dynasty

By Ryan Yousefi

Jul 14, 2025

If LeBron James leaves the Lakers, a Miami reunion might just create Pat Riley’s next superteam.

How to Eat Like a Champ at an Inter Miami CF Game

By Rachel Costa

Jul 11, 2025

From delicious cocktails and field-side omakase to Argentine street food, here are the best eats at Inter Miami CF games.

Kasparas Jakučionis, the Miami Heat's 19-year-old first-round pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, dribbles in a summer league game

Five Reasons the Miami Heat’s Quiet Off-Season Makes Sense

By Ryan Yousefi

Jul 8, 2025

Competing in the NBA is about capturing magic in four-year windows. This is not Miami's window.

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Dolphins Find New Way to Lose

How to Get Tickets to the FIFA World Cup in Miami

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Dolphins Find New Way to Lose

How to Get Tickets to the FIFA World Cup in Miami

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