The 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow will feature only 10 sports, down from 19, with cricket, hockey, badminton, and wrestling among those dropped due to financial and logistical reasons after original host Victoria withdrew, significantly impacting India's medal prospects.
US-Präsident Donald Trump verhängt neue Strafzölle gegen Kanada, nachdem er dem Nachbarland wegen schlechter Luft gedroht hatte. Diese Zölle könnten Ende der Woche auch Europa betreffen.
US-Präsident Donald Trump verhängt neue Strafzölle von 50 Prozent auf eine breite Palette kanadischer Produkte wie Hockeyschläger, Wein und Zement. Die Maßnahme soll am 19. August in Kraft treten und betrifft Importe im Wert von rund 20 Milliarden US-Dollar[1][5].
Donald Trump's White House announced 50% tariffs on most Canadian goods, including wine, hockey sticks, and cement, in response to Canada's retaliation against prior US tariffs. This move, effective in 30 days, aims to address Canada's alleged discrimination against US cars, alcohol, and dairy, risking economic chaos and strained bilateral relations.
US President Donald Trump will impose new 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, including wine and automobiles, citing "discriminatory treatment" against US products. Canada's PM Mark Carney called it a "direct violation" of USMCA, ready for discussions.
Four Indian hockey players, Kanika Siwach, Udita, Gurjant Singh, and Mohammed Raheel Mouseen, have signed up to play for the Melbourne Cobras in Australia's Hockey One league in October and November. This move offers them valuable international exposure and experience in a different hockey culture.
Bhola Nath Singh was re-elected unopposed as Hockey Jharkhand president for a fourth consecutive term, despite a legal challenge citing the National Sports Governance Act, 2025's term limits. Hockey Jharkhand defends the election based on Singh's role in an international federation.
Alexander Ovechkin broke the NHL all-time goal record on April 6, 2025, scoring his 895th goal. This achievement is seen as a potential 'bridge' for US-Russia relations, a catalyst for Russia's return to international hockey, and a spark for a 'Hockey Boom' in Russia, with plans for an academy and his return to HC Dynamo Moscow.
Der frühere Eishockey-Schiedsrichter Josef Kompalla ist im Alter von 90 Jahren gestorben. Er galt als bester Schiedsrichter Deutschlands und leitete über 2.000 Erstliga-Partien sowie Spiele bei Olympia und Weltmeisterschaften.
The Indian women's hockey squad for the Asian Games has been announced, with Salima Tete captaining the 20-member team. The squad aims to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics by winning gold at the games in Japan. Coach Sjoerd Marijne expressed confidence in the team's balance and recent form.
Eishockey-Trainer Bill Peters ist nach einer schweren Immunerkrankung und Reha wieder einsatzbereit für die Augsburger Panther. Der 60-Jährige litt am Guillain-Barré-Syndrom, das sein Nervensystem angriff, und war monatelang in Behandlung. Er fühlt sich nun körperlich und mental gestärkt und blickt optimistisch auf die neue Saison.
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce have reportedly tied the knot in a private black-tie wedding ceremony held at Madison Square Garden. The event, attended by close friends, family, and numerous sports and entertainment figures, took place over two days.
Reese Witherspoon produces "Elle," a Prime Video prequel to "Legally Blonde," starring Lexi Minetree as a high school Elle Woods forced to move to 90s Seattle. The series aims for nostalgia but receives a critical review for its depressing aesthetic, bland new characters, and reliance on basic high school tropes, failing to fully capture the original's effervescence.
Millennial women are embracing teen girl dramas, drawn to themes of romance, friendship, and girlhood nostalgia. Shows like 'The Summer I Turned Pretty' and the 'Legally Blonde' prequel tap into a desire for simpler times and relatable coming-of-age struggles, offering validation and escapism.
Flera svenska hockeytalanger, inklusive Ivar Stenberg och Viggo Björck, närmar sig NHL. Stenberg har diskuterats som en potentiell etta i draften, vilket skulle göra honom till den tredje svensken någonsin med den äran. "I världsklass, ett fint kvitto till svensk hockey", säger förbundskapten Magnus Hävelid om den svenska talangutvecklingen.
España logra una victoria remontando 2-1 contra Argentina en la Pro Liga femenina de hockey en Londres. Los goles de Molina y Amundson aseguran el cuarto puesto provisional para España.
India's men's hockey team beat Pakistan 4-3 in a thrilling FIH Pro League match in London. Despite Pakistan scoring first, India responded with four goals. Pakistan rallied late but couldn't overcome the deficit. India extends its unbeaten streak against Pakistan.
La selección española masculina de hockey hierba perdió 3-2 contra Bélgica, líder de la Pro Liga, en un partido disputado en Bélgica. España, antepenúltima en la clasificación, luchó hasta el final pero no pudo evitar la victoria belga.
La selección española masculina de hockey hierba logró su cuarta victoria en la Pro Liga al vencer a Pakistán por 4-2 en Bélgica. A pesar de las dificultades, España se impuso con goles de Cunill, Alonso y dos de Álvarez.
The Indian women's hockey team defeated Chile 6-0 in the Nations Cup semifinals, advancing to the final against hosts New Zealand. Navneet Kaur and Deepika scored two goals each in the dominant performance.
Pakistan's hockey captain Ammad Shakeel Butt will miss the FIH Pro League matches in England due to visa issues. The Pakistan Hockey Federation official cited a previous overstay as the reason for denial, while head coach Manzur-ul-Hasan awaits clearance. The team faces potential relegation.
Initialement prévu à Nice pour les JO 2030, le pôle de glace olympique (hockey, patinage, short-track, curling) a été attribué à Lyon suite à un changement politique dans la ville niçoise. Le nouveau maire de Nice, Eric Ciotti, a refusé l'utilisation du stade Allianz Riviera pour le hockey masculin, entraînant le transfert de l'ensemble du pôle vers Lyon.
Hollywood is producing more hockey-themed romance shows like Prime Video's 'Off Campus' and Netflix's 'Icebreaker,' but fans argue these straight-focused adaptations miss the point of the popular gay romance 'Heated Rivalry,' which drove demand for queer stories.
Ein privat organisiertes Berliner Street-Hockey-Team, BSH, vertritt Deutschland bei der WM 2026 in Tschechien. Ohne Verbandsunterstützung stemmen die Spieler Reise, Unterkunft und Startgebühren von 30.000 Euro hauptsächlich selbst. Der Kader ist international, mit Fokus auf Integration.
