BTS boycotts 2027 Grammys, citing concerns that new 'Best Asian Pop Music Performance' category divides music by region/language, despite their album 'Arirang' being a top seller with mostly English lyrics.
Local elections in Pakistan-administered Kashmir are underway, but face a boycott from the recently outlawed Jammu Kashmir Joint Awami Action Committee (JAAC). The dispute centers on 12 regional assembly seats reserved for refugees from India-administered Kashmir, sparking protests and security concerns that have delayed voting in some areas.
La DJ Barbara Butch, "toujours en état de choc" après l'interruption de son concert à Grenoble par des militants propalestiniens, a affirmé qu'elle se produira "avec panache" dans l'Yonne. Elle a été reçue par la ministre de la Culture et des plaintes sont en préparation.
Le concert de la DJ Barbara Butch à Grenoble a été interrompu par des manifestants pro-Palestine lançant des projectiles, après seulement 20 minutes. Cet incident fait suite à son soutien au projet de loi Yadan contre l'antisémitisme, la rendant indésirable pour une partie de la gauche.
The Trump administration's new tariff threat aims to pressure Canadian provinces to end boycotts of US alcohol. Ontario Premier Doug Ford refuses to lift the ban without US removal of car and steel tariffs, while PM Mark Carney links provincial decisions to an overall trade deal.
UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin boycotted the World Cup final in New Jersey, protesting FIFA's decisions including US striker Folarin Balogun's suspension reversal after a Trump intervention, extended half-time shows, and a potential 64-team World Cup.
Palestinian Australian academic Randa Abdel-Fattah has launched legal action against Bendigo Writers Festival organizers and La Trobe University, alleging discrimination based on political belief after a code of conduct, including a contested antisemitism definition, led to her exclusion from the 2025 event.
International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach criticized Ukraine's calls to boycott the Paris 2024 Games if Russian athletes participate. Bach emphasized the Olympics' role in unifying, not escalating confrontation, and cited UN Human Rights Council concerns about banning athletes based on nationality.
IOC President Thomas Bach has urged Ukraine to stop calling for a boycott of the Paris 2024 Olympics, citing the Olympic Charter and dismissing Ukrainian allegations as 'defamatory'. Bach's letter responds to Ukraine's objection to allowing Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete under a neutral flag.
Le personnage satirique britannique Count Binface se présente comme le seul candidat face à Nigel Farage pour l'élection législative partielle de Clacton-on-Sea. Farage démissionne pour échapper à une enquête sur des dons, tandis que Binface propose des mesures farfelues et sérieuses.
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage denies his resignation as Clacton MP and decision to stand in a by-election is a publicity stunt, despite opponents boycotting the contest. Farage resigned amid scrutiny over his finances and a parliamentary investigation, challenging voters to judge him.
Reform UK has requested that the Clacton byelection be held on August 6, following Nigel Farage's decision to resign from the seat he has held since the 2024 general election. Farage aims to frame the contest as 'people versus the establishment,' but rivals are boycotting the election.
Indian travel creator Sharanya Iyer documented her solo trip through Taliban-ruled Afghanistan, sparking debate on whether tourism legitimizes the regime. Iyer questioned the economic impact of boycotts on ordinary citizens, emphasizing the complexity beyond headlines and human rights issues.
Egypt's manager Hossam Hassan will not watch the World Cup after his team's loss to Argentina, citing "injustice" and accusing FIFA of favoring Lionel Messi. Despite leading 2-0, Egypt saw a goal disallowed and Argentina mount a comeback.
Nigel Farage's decision to resign as MP for Clacton and trigger a byelection has been met with a boycott from major parties including Conservatives, Labour, and Lib Dems, who accuse him of diverting attention from a gifts scandal. The move is seen as an attempt to avoid scrutiny over undeclared gifts from a crypto billionaire and a convicted fraudster.
L'opposition israélienne et des familles de victimes critiquent vivement un projet de loi visant à créer une commission d'enquête sur les attaques du 7 octobre 2023, craignant un manque d'indépendance et un blanchiment des responsabilités. Le projet, adopté en première lecture, déroge à la tradition des commissions indépendantes nommées par la Cour suprême.
Le Parlement israélien a voté en première lecture une loi créant une commission d'enquête sur les défaillances sécuritaires du 7 octobre. L'opposition boycotte le projet, le jugeant partial, tandis que des manifestations exigent une enquête indépendante.
Jaroslaw Kaczynski, leader of Poland's opposition Law and Justice Party, stated Ukraine must stop glorifying Stepan Bandera and the OUN-UPA to join the EU. He warned that Ukraine's EU accession, especially on "privileged terms," could destabilize and disintegrate the bloc.
Jean-Luc Mélenchon appelle au boycott de France Culture et à la méfiance envers Radio France suite à un montage fallacieux diffusé le 24 juin, qui lui prêtait des propos antisémites. Guillaume Erner, animateur de la matinale, a été sanctionné mais restera à l'antenne.
South Korea's National Assembly confirmed Han Seong-sook as the 50th prime minister, making her President Lee Jae Myung's second PM and the second woman in the role. The main opposition People Power Party boycotted the vote, citing controversies during her confirmation process.
South Korea's ruling Democratic Party (DP) unilaterally elected the chiefs of 11 parliamentary standing and special committees, including the judiciary committee, after failing to reach an agreement with the main opposition People Power Party (PPP). The PPP criticized the move, boycotted the plenary session, and vowed non-cooperation.
Karl Stefanovic's new radio show with Eddie McGuire has been cancelled for the week, and his contract with ARN Media is under review, following widespread criticism of his podcast interview with UK far-right activist Tommy Robinson. Nine Entertainment is also expected to sever ties with Stefanovic.
Le Centre national du cinéma et de l'image animée (CNC) exprime sa vive inquiétude face à la multiplication des atteintes à la liberté de création et des pressions sur les artistes en France, citant le boycott du cinéaste Nadav Lapid et l'annulation d'une pièce d'Alexis Michalik par la mairie RN de Castres. L'institution met en place une cellule d'accompagnement.
Geoffrey Boycott has criticized Joe Root's captaincy during England's Test defeat to New Zealand, stating Root learned "nothing" from his previous tenure. Boycott welcomed Ben Stokes' return for the third Test, highlighting Stokes' superior leadership and handling of players like Jofra Archer.
