UEFA's 55 member federations will boycott all FIFA competitions, protesting President Gianni Infantino's secret plan to sell 20% stakes in the World Cup's commercial operations to private equity, including a firm linked to Joshua Kushner.
UEFA announced it will boycott FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, if FIFA proceeds with its plan to sell a 20% stake in a new commercial entity, FIFA Forward Enterprise, to private investors. Concacaf also rejected the proposal, which has drawn scrutiny due to FIFA President Gianni Infantino's ties to Joshua Kushner's firm.
Paralympic champion Korey Boddington and world record holder Alexa Leary have been deemed ineligible for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow after reclassification of their disabilities. This highlights the contentious and emotionally draining classification process in para sport, which aims to ensure fair competition but often leads to athletes missing major events.
European nations, led by UEFA, have agreed to boycott the World Cup and all FIFA competitions in protest of President Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in soccer's biggest tournament to private equity investors, a move also rejected by CONCACAF and causing concern in Asia.
Yashvir Singh secured a historic bronze medal in javelin at the Commonwealth Games 2026 with a personal best throw of 85.41m, joining Neeraj Chopra, who won silver with 85.83m, completing a memorable double for India.
ABC has accused the FCC of retaliating against its editorial decisions and Donald Trump coverage by subjecting eight local stations to an expedited license renewal process. The Disney-owned network argues this is an unconstitutional premise, while the FCC denies political motivation, citing employment practices.
Fifa announced it will proceed with plans to sell stakes in its competitions to private investors, despite strong opposition and boycott threats from Uefa and Concacaf. The proposal, championed by Fifa president Gianni Infantino, aims to create a commercial subsidiary (FFE) for external investments, but critics argue it undermines football's legacy and governance.
Italian fencer Filippo Macchi reflected on his team's World Championships foil victory in Hong Kong and his individual silver medal, recalling his 2020 Olympic loss to Cheung Ka-long. He expressed determination despite past disappointments, as Italy celebrated its dominance.
Manchester City's new manager Enzo Maresca held his final press conference before his debut against Inter Milan, downplaying expectations, sidestepping FIFA's controversial investment plot, and addressing player futures like Rodri and Erling Haaland.
UEFA and Concacaf members unanimously voted to boycott future World Cups if FIFA sells stakes in its competitions to private investors. FIFA denied "selling football" and plans a consultation, but appeared to back off from establishing a public equity group without member agreement.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has withdrawn his controversial plans to sell minority stakes in FIFA competitions, including the World Cup, to private investors. The decision followed widespread condemnation from football bodies like UEFA, AFC, and CONCACAF, and internal resignations.
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham has called for FIFA President Gianni Infantino to resign, citing his 'outrageous' plans to sell a stake in the World Cup to outside investors, a proposal also opposed by European football body UEFA.
The first island chain has become a key arena for military competition between China and the US, with the PLA making progress in areas like dual-carrier operations and nuclear deterrence. The US and its allies are responding by expanding base access in the Philippines and conducting sophisticated defense drills.
Fifa President Gianni Infantino scraps plan to sell stakes in competitions to private investors after facing opposition from Uefa, Concacaf, AFC, and others, citing divisions not in the interest of football's unity.
The Bombay High Court criticized Indians for littering public places at home while adhering to cleanliness rules abroad, calling for strict action against offenders. The court emphasized cleanliness as a fundamental duty and directed the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai to take corrective steps within a week regarding waste handling.
A bipartisan group of former FCC officials condemns the FCC's unusual early license renewal review for ABC's 8 local stations, citing unconstitutional censorship and chilling effect on broadcasters, following petitions from conservative groups.
FIFA's plan to sell a minority stake in World Cup operations for $4.2 billion sparks outrage, with critics calling the $40 million offer to each supporting association 'pure bribery'
Athletics events at the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow continue despite rain due to regulations allowing competition in wet conditions, prioritizing safety through facility design and official monitoring.
Wales' Orlando Holley-Sotomi secured a first-round knockout against Lesotho's Refiloe Thai in their men's 70kg boxing quarterfinal at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, leaving Thai injured and prompting immediate medical attention.
China inaugurates a low-altitude economic development center in Tibet, supporting Beijing's push for industrial growth in autonomous regions, following the launch of a high-altitude uncrewed equipment test base in Ngari prefecture.
The Indian Premier League's value has increased to $20.6bn, a 10.3% rise, driven by record-breaking ownership deals for its franchises, solidifying its position among the world's most valuable sports brands.
Cao Yanhao, a 14-year-old Chinese table tennis player, has been banned from provincial competitions for a year after punching his opponent, He Ruichen, following a 3-0 loss in the Jiangsu selection trials for the national youth training camp.
Crypto exchanges are expanding into tokenized stocks, commodities, and precious metals, with market capitalization growing to $6.6 billion in June 2026 from $1.4 billion in January 2025, driven by competition from traditional brokerages and decentralized exchanges.
US Undersecretary Jacob Helberg commits to the Philippines that the Pax Silica Industrial Hub, part of a US-led AI supply chain initiative, will not erode Manila's sovereignty, despite concerns over job creation, farming community displacement, and environmental impact.
