Human rights organisation FairSquare urged Fifa to rule Gianni Infantino ineligible for another presidential term, arguing he has already reached the maximum three-term limit.
South Korean Justice Minister Jung Sung-ho submitted his resignation on Tuesday, citing health issues and the completion of legislation stripping the prosecution of investigative authority.
The University of Cambridge defends its mental health support for Professor Jason Arday, 41, who died after facing accusations of plagiarism and racist media scrutiny. Arday, the university's youngest black professor, resigned amid widespread criticism and was found dead in his London home.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her departure effective at the end of August, citing motherhood and the demands of her young children. Donald Trump stated she will transition to become a top outside advisor.
Veteran Malaysian MP Wong Chen has resigned from his Subang parliamentary seat and the ruling PKR party to join Rafizi Ramli's rebranded progressive party, Bersama, amid electoral setbacks for the ruling coalition.
Football Australia has urged FIFA to take clear action regarding ongoing governance issues, aligning with the Asian Football Confederation while stopping short of demanding president Gianni Infantino's resignation.
Karnataka's Legislative Council monsoon session begins August 13 amid political clashes between Congress and the BJP-JDS over Basavaraj Horatti's disputed resignation as Council chairman.
Melissa Donnelly, national secretary of the Community and Public Sector Union, has been elected as the next head of the Australian Council of Trade Unions, succeeding Sally McManus.
Around 10,000 protesters in Plauen, Saxony, demanded Chancellor Friedrich Merz's resignation and snap elections, citing economic stagnation, high energy costs, and military spending. Merz faces record-low approval ratings (13%) as the right-wing AfD surges in polls ahead of key regional elections.
Former Indian Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan spoke out following his resignation amid youth protests, while Toronto police arrested a suspect in an Indian woman's murder, and India clarified UPI transaction fees.
Following the Indian education minister's resignation amid protests over exam cancellations and paper leaks, four families recount the devastating impact of academic pressure and systemic failures on their children.
The University of Cambridge will review its senior academic appointment process following the resignation of Professor Jason Arday amid plagiarism allegations and CV scrutiny. The University of Glasgow has also launched its own review.
Mexico and Argentina support Fifa president Gianni Infantino, while Norway demands his resignation after three continents rejected his private investment plan for competitions.
Nurul Izzah Anwar, daughter of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim, has stepped back from the deputy presidency of the ruling People's Justice Party, posing a major political setback for the prime minister.
The University of Cambridge faces scrutiny over academic standards and diversity initiatives after its youngest black professor, Jason Arday, resigned amid plagiarism allegations, which he denies.
The U.S. Senate confirmed Dr. Erica Schwartz as CDC director by a 51-44 vote, placing her at the helm of an agency grappling with political friction, depleted staffing, and multiple disease outbreaks.
British newspapers report on Jason Arday's resignation amid plagiarism and fabrication claims, Andy Burnham's announcement of new NHS mental health centres, rising UK national debt, a London stabbing incident, and new school attendance targets.
India's ruling BJP lost a three-decade-held byelection seat in Patna to Prashant Kishor's Jan Suraaj party following nationwide student protests over exam paper leaks and youth unemployment.
Loke announced his resignation as Negeri Sembilan DAP chairman following a central executive committee meeting, stating it is the right time for new leadership.
The Jockey Club, owner of 15 British racecourses including Aintree and Cheltenham, announced its resignation from the Racecourse Association (RCA) by year-end, following Ascot's earlier departure. Citing concerns over the RCA's governance and its ability to stifle industry changes, the move could split the organization and trigger a constitutional crisis for the British Horseracing Authority (BHA).
The Football Association (FA) formally withdrew its support for Gianni Infantino's re-election as Fifa president, citing governance failures. This move follows similar actions by the Welsh FA and Finland, intensifying pressure on Infantino amidst growing European opposition to his leadership.
Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno publicly called for his son-in-law, Rep. Max Miller, to resign and seek mental health treatment, citing abuse claims against Miller by his daughter and granddaughter. Miller denies all allegations, which include assault and drug use, and is suing his ex-wife and her attorney, as well as facing a separate lawsuit from a former aide.
Andy Burnham, referred to as the prime minister in the article, has called for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to resign over his plans to sell a stake in the World Cup for $4.2bn. The proposal faces growing pressure, including a furious backlash from UEFA and other football bodies, and led to the resignation of senior adviser Carlos Cordeiro.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino is under increasing pressure as global football bodies UEFA, CONCACAF, and AFC, along with a senior advisor, oppose his controversial plans to sell a stake in a new commercial subsidiary to private equity investors, prompting boycott threats.
