Golfer Joaquin Niemann received a two-shot penalty at the US Open for "serious misconduct" after throwing his sand wedge in frustration on the sixth hole. The 27-year-old Chilean, the first player penalised under new major championship rules, expressed regret for his actions.
Golfer Joaquin Niemann received a two-shot penalty for "serious misconduct" at the US Open after throwing his sand wedge in frustration on the sixth hole. The penalty, the first under a new code of conduct for major championships, increased his score significantly, though he later improved in the second round.
Green party leader Zack Polanski has been cleared by an ethics inquiry into allegations he failed to pay council tax while living on a houseboat. The Greater London Authority's monitoring officer found the circumstances were beyond its scope, and Polanski stated it was an unintentional misunderstanding.
15-year-old Indian cricketer Vaibhav Sooryavanshi is under scrutiny after a post-match physical altercation with a Sri Lanka A player following India's Super Over defeat. The incident could lead to sanctions under the ICC Code of Conduct.
Fifa has banned reusable water bottles from World Cup venues due to safety concerns, citing risks of injury if thrown. While measures like misting stations and hydration stations will be available, fans worry about heat and access to water inside stadiums.
FIFA has banned reusable water bottles inside stadiums for the 2026 World Cup, citing safety concerns. This reverses an earlier decision allowing transparent bottles, as they could be thrown and cause injury. Concerns remain about hydration and high temperatures.
FIFA has banned reusable water bottles at 2026 World Cup venues due to safety concerns, citing the risk of injury if thrown. This reverses a previous policy allowing empty, transparent bottles up to 1 liter. While hydration stations will be available, fans worry about heat and water access.
Tim David of RCB has been fined 50% of his match fee and suspended for one match for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct. The incident involved throwing an ice bag towards an umpire during the IPL 2026 final. This marks his third Level 1 offense, leading to a one-match ban for the upcoming season.
Mumbai Indians captain Hardik Pandya fined for breaching IPL Code of Conduct during match against Kolkata Knight Riders
Greens co-chair Bas Eickhout resigned from the European Parliament, citing 'inappropriate relationships' and a lack of energy for future leadership roles. The PRO party confirmed the resignation was partly due to unreported workplace relationships.
The APY Art Centre Collective is urging the federal government to launch a new inquiry into the Indigenous art sector, citing concerns about the conduct of private art dealers and the effectiveness of the voluntary Indigenous Art Code. The collective, previously removed from the Code, argues that private dealers operate without transparency, unlike Indigenous-owned art centres.
Tim David faces a 30% match fee fine and two demerit points for an offensive gesture during RCB's nail-biting win over Mumbai Indians. The incident, captured during celebrations after RCB's elimination of Mumbai, saw David breach the IPL Code of Conduct. He accepted the sanction from the match referee, with the IPL confirming the penalty.
Deeper economic cooperation between China and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations will hinge on whether a code can be laid down to govern maritime territory and activity in the South China Sea, Philippine leader Ferdinand Marcos Jnr has said. “We cannot institutionalise any of those things until the code of conduct is finalised,” he told a press conference on Friday at the close of the 48th Asean summit in Cebu, when asked about aspects that held the most potential in relations between...
The code is designed to protect the privacy of residents living near popular Fab Four landmarks.
IPL 2026 is witnessing a surge in disciplinary actions alongside thrilling cricket. Eight players and staff have faced penalties, from fines to demerit points, for offenses like audible obscenities, mobile phone use in the dugout, and aggressive send-offs. Captains are also being fined for slow over-rates, highlighting a growing concern over player conduct.
Delhi Capitals bowler Kyle Jamieson received a demerit point and an official warning for a Level 1 IPL Code of Conduct breach. The incident occurred after dismissing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, with Jamieson's aggressive send-off deemed provocative. This occurred during Delhi's successful seven-wicket chase against Rajasthan Royals.
Delhi Capitals bowler Kyle Jamieson received a demerit point and an official warning for a Level 1 IPL Code of Conduct breach. The incident occurred after dismissing Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, with Jamieson's aggressive send-off deemed provocative. This occurred during Delhi's successful seven-wicket chase against Rajasthan Royals.
Rajasthan Royals captain Riyan Parag was caught on camera vaping inside the team dressing room during Tuesday's IPL match against Punjab Kings in New Chandigarh. The incident occurred in the 16th over while Royals chased a target of 223. BCCI officials are examining the footage and will seek legal opinion as there is no defined punishment in the IPL code of conduct for vaping. Coach Kumar Sangakkara spoke with Parag after the match. This comes days after the team's manager was pulled up for using a mobile phone in the dugout.
Industry representatives welcome a new mandatory code of conduct that dictates how wineries treat wine grape growers, but it may be too late for some producers.
Angkrish Raghuvanshi was fined 20% of his match fee and given a demerit point for breaching the IPL Code of Conduct during Kolkata Knight Riders’ clash with Lucknow Super Giants. He reacted angrily after an obstructing-the-field dismissal. Despite the incident, KKR won a Super Over thriller, thanks to Rinku Singh’s unbeaten 83.
Negotiations between Asean and China for a South China Sea code of conduct remain stalled, despite a year-end deadline set by the Philippines. Officials express cautious optimism about finalizing the agreement during the current Philippine chairmanship.
The state's anti-corruption agency says the officer, who cannot be named, is under investigation to determine whether they "committed a breach of discipline contrary to the SA Police Code of Conduct".
A political storm erupted in Gujarat as BJP MP Mitesh Patel allegedly threatened to withhold development grants from Anklav if voters elect Congress nominees. The opposition has filed a complaint with the State Election Commission, accusing the MP of voter intimidation and violating the Model Code of Conduct. The remarks were made during campaign rallies for upcoming local body polls.
The Bharatiya Janata Party has lodged a complaint with the Election Commission of India. The party seeks action against Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge for his recent statement. Kharge reportedly called Prime Minister Narendra Modi a 'terrorist'. The BJP deems this a violation of the Model Code of Conduct.
