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CM Punk is leaving the ring behind as he takes up a comic book writing career with Marvel where he is tapped to develop an issue for one of its beloved characters, Thor.

Even if Canadian singer Justin Bieber gatecrashed the Saturday Bible study session of the Pittsburgh Steelers and the team lost the next day to the New York Jets, the Steelers are not blaming Bieber for their loss or are considering him a jinx.

Dutch legend Johan Cruyff asserts that the antics shown by Liverpool striker Mario Balotelli over the past years can be attributed to improper education.

Novak Djokovic has explained the reasons why Grigor Dimitrov shouldn't feel bad for not making it to the season-ending tournament finals in London.

Roger Federer remained perfect, 2-0 at the 2014 ATP World Tour Finals by beating Kei Nishikori in straight sets.

David and Victoria Beckham's eldest son Brooklyn is set to follow the footsteps of his legendary father as he is set to sign a deal that will officially name him an Arsenal talent when he turns 16 next year.

Transgender Fallon Fox fires back at UFC commentator Joe Rogan on his comments that transgender fighters have an unfair advantage due to bone density and structure.

The NFLPA has filed an expedited grievance for Adrian Peterson's reinstatement in the NFL and Minnesota Vikings

Justin Verlander tried his hand at baking pizza, but caused a kitchen disaster.

Mike Tyson said he has no problems with Floyd Mayweather's frivolous spending habits. The retired heavyweight champion said Mayweather can have all the fun spending his millions.

Kobe won't demand a trade from the Los Angeles Lakers.

While eight-division title holder Manny Pacquiao has several mansions in the Philippines and the US, his Nov 22 opponent, American boxer Chris Algieri, lives in the basement of his parent's house in New York City. The basement, which serves as his living quarters, doubles as his training room.

Manny Pacquiao has stated that one of his main goals before retirement is to make the Floyd Mayweather fight happen

Freddie Roach is hoping that his prized-asset Manny Pacquiao will get to settle things once and for all with Floyd Mayweather inside the ring, believing that "Pacman" can come out on top.

Vanessa Mae is found guilty of cheating her way to the 2014 Sochi Olympics in Russia

Nick Young and Iggy Azalea recently bought Selena Gomez's home for $3.45 million.

Swiss tennis legend Roger Federer admits that capturing the number one spot in the ATP ranking would be very special. After his loss over a week ago to Milos Raonic, his fate of ending up the top spot now lies Novak Djokovic's performance in London.

Kevin Love to L.A. Lakers could happen in 2015 according to Sam Smith, an NBA writer

Manny Pacquiao's boxing trainer Freddie Roach believes that Ruslan Prodnikov won against Chris Algieri in their previous bout, having only been saved by the judges when the scorecards were needed.

Novak Djokovic beat Marin Cilic and Stan Wawrinka defeated Tomas Berdych in London

A Chinese school is taking the first step in integrating massive multi-player online gaming into its curriculum as Chongqing Energy College opens its doors to DOTA players offering a course on "Recent Development of Electronic Sports and Analysis of DOTA."

On Monday Night Football, the Philadelphia Eagles beat the visiting Carolina Panthers, 45-21

Jules Bianchi might soon be stable enough to be moved to Lausanne Hospital, in the same medical facility where Michael Schumacher was treated.

Chelsea winger Eden Hazard made it clear that he does not intend to leave Stamford Bridge any time soon amid reports that he had explicitly uttered words to such effect in the past.

UFC's The Ultimate Fighter: Australia vs. New Zealand is coming in 2015 or 2016

The leader of Hulkamania is raring have the swan son at Wrestlemania 31 preferring to match-up with either Stone Cold Steve Austin or John Cena.

Khloe Kardashian made sure all eyes will be on her as she attended French Montana's birthday celebration. The reality TV star donned a revealing outfit that bares too much of her skin.

Manchester United striker Radamel Falcao was furious at rumours spreading that he had to apply cold compress to his knee after every match to prevent an "injury" from worsening.

Legendary announcer Jim Ross revealed during his recent podcast that Ronda Rousey appearing at Wrestlemania 31 is a possibility.