Baseball is officially back and with the start of a new year comes a fresh class of exciting rookies ready to leave their mark on the 2026 season. From teenage phenoms to college stars and even international veterans making the jump, this year's rookie class offers a little bit of everything.

Malala Yousafzai, the globally known human rights, women’s rights, and women’s education rights activist, has always been advocating for women. Now, she’s advocating for them on the field too.

The year after the Olympics always features fresh faces at competitions between new senior elites and gymnasts entering the international stage for the first time as seniors. Three major competitions: the European Championships, Asian Championships, and Pan American Championships, give elite gymnasts international experience and high level competition ahead of the World Gymnastics Championships later in the year.

Who runs the world? The NFL.

Here’s a look at some foreign players with flair on the field that you need to know.