South Korea's football association apologized following reports that it provided inappropriate entertainment, including massage parlor visits with sexual services, to foreign referees in 2011 and 2012.
The US government plans to expand the $4,000 H-1B and $4,500 L-1 9-11 Response and Biometric Entry-Exit Fee to petitions seeking extensions of stay for companies with large nonimmigrant workforces.
Three lionesses have died at Tama Zoological Park in Tokyo from suspected heatstroke following sudden high humidity and soaring temperatures across Japan.
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.
Ferrari led Friday practice at the Hungarian Grand Prix, but Charles Leclerc expects a close qualifying battle. Aston Martin’s upgraded car impressed Fernando Alonso, while Mercedes had a difficult day.
Pauline Hanson and One Nation continue to pose a significant challenge to Australia's major parties, Labor and the Coalition. Despite controversies over her comments on domestic violence and associations with far-right figures, recent polls show her party's support recovering amidst economic uncertainty.
The schedule for cricket at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, has been announced, with defending champions India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh receiving direct entry into the men's and women's T20 quarter-finals. The women's competition runs Sept 17-22, men's Sept 24-Oct 1.
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) has engaged in discussions with Pep Guardiola and Carlo Ancelotti for the national team coaching position after Italy's third consecutive World Cup qualification failure, aiming to appoint a new coach within the week.
Manchester City, Chelsea, and Tottenham have made significant summer signings, while Liverpool focuses on player retention under new management. Chelsea faces financial scrutiny after reporting a substantial loss amidst heavy spending, as clubs prepare for pre-season tours and cup qualifiers.
The Kerry Fencing World Championships commenced in Hong Kong, with local fencer Harris Ho Shing-him sweeping pool matches and two other city athletes also securing spots in the main draw. The nine-day tournament marks its first time being held in Hong Kong.
Sen. Cynthia Lummis's CLARITY Act aims to protect crypto customers in bankruptcies like Celsius by defining digital assets held for customers as 'customer property.' The bill, which passed the Senate Banking Committee, seeks to clarify ownership rules, though conditions apply to lending and yield products.
This report clarifies F1 stewards' decisions on the Hamilton-Russell and Leclerc-Piastri incidents, discusses the future of the Belgian Grand Prix amid financial considerations, details Mercedes' unexpected engine issues affecting George Russell, and explains Red Bull's qualifying tow strategy.
Heart of Midlothian, Rangers, and Motherwell have learned their potential opponents in the Champions League, Europa League, and Conference League qualifying rounds, respectively, with draws revealing paths through various European clubs.
FIFA has significantly increased the prize money for the 2026 World Cup, nearly doubling the total pool to $871 million for the expanded 48-team tournament. The winners will receive $51 million, and runners-up $34 million, with funds distributed to national federations.
Indian para-swimmer Tejas Nandakumar, national record holder in Men's S7 100m backstroke, was disqualified from the upcoming Commonwealth Games due to his "Review-2025" classification status not meeting eligibility rules. Despite qualifying on merit, the 20-year-old's status required reassessment before 2027, leading to his ineligibility.
Following Egypt's 3-2 loss to Argentina in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 16, captain Mohamed Salah vowed to improve the national team's performance, urging fans to maintain their belief. Egypt's historic campaign included their first knockout stage victory.
The Bar Council of India will release the AIBE 21 Final Answer Key on July 10, 2026, followed by results between July 15-18. This determines eligibility for the Certificate of Practice, essential for practicing law in India. Nearly 2.65 lakh candidates participated.
The IOC has provisionally lifted the suspension of the Russian Olympic Committee, paving the way for Russia to potentially compete with its national flag and anthem at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. Sports bodies are advised to end vetting for neutral competition.
The IOC has advised Olympic sports federations to stop vetting Russian athletes for neutral status ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics. This follows an earlier recommendation to allow Belarusian and Russian athletes to compete with their national identity, though full national representation is still pending.
The IOC will allow Russian athletes to compete in team events and qualifying competitions, ahead of the LA 2028 Olympics. This follows a decision to lift restrictions for Belarus. Russian athletes can compete as neutrals but must not support the war and have no affiliation with military/security forces.
Mohamed Salah expressed his delight after Egypt's penalty shootout victory over Australia in Dallas, setting up a potential clash with Lionel Messi in the next round. Salah, who has had past encounters with Messi in the Champions League, is eager to face him at international level. Concerns remain over Salah's workload and fitness ahead of the match against Argentina.
The National Testing Agency (NTA) is expected to release Re-NEET 2026 OMR sheets and the final answer key by July 20, followed by the result. Candidates can check their scores and participate in counselling for medical admissions.
On America's 250th birthday, Michael and Susan Dell announced a $250 donation each to 25 million qualifying American children signing up for 'Trump Accounts,' a government-backed investment vehicle. This initiative aims to give the next generation a stake in the economy.
England faces the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) with a high win probability, but the DRC's tactical shift to a back five and strong defensive record, particularly against stronger opponents, suggests a tougher challenge than anticipated. The DRC's ability to frustrate opponents and limit high-quality chances will test England's clinical finishing.
