UN official backs call for FIFA action on gender oppression in Afghanistan
The UN special rapporteur on Afghanistan urges 'strong stand' from FIFA for nation's women to make international return.
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FIFA announces record prize money for winners of upcoming Club World Cup
As part of a recently declared $1bn prize pot, football’s governing body offers largest winner's cheque for FIFA event.
Rugby League Ashes: Australia’s tour to feature Test at Everton’s new stadium
- Three-match series will be first since 2003
- Bramley-Moore Dock, Wembley and Headingley to host
Australia will tour England for the first time since 2003 this autumn, with Everton’s new stadium to stage one of the three Tests. The Kangaroos will take on Shaun Wane’s side in three matches at Wembley, Bramley-Moore Dock and Headingley on 25 October, 1 November and 8 November, respectively.
England have not faced Australia since the 2017 World Cup final, which the Kangaroos won 6-0, with Samoa shocking the hosts in the semi-finals in 2022 at the Emirates Stadium.
Continue reading...Bucks’ Damian Lillard injured with blood clot in calf, out indefinitely
Milwaukee Bucks' championship aspirations are in jeopardy, with star Damian Lillard diagnosed with deep vein thrombosis.
Yuki Tsunoda to replace Liam Lawson at F1 Red Bull team: Reports
Media reports claim Tsunoda will be elevated to the Red Bull team to partner Max Verstappen at the upcoming Japanese GP.
Athletics governing body to require DNA tests for women’s sports
World Athletics chief say rules will uphold the integrity of women's sport amid debate over inclusion of trans athletes.
Palestine keep hopes of first World Cup alive with dramatic Iraq turnaround
Palestine score twice in the final minutes of their Group B qualifier for a historic 2-1 win against Iraq in Jordan.
The ‘hot mess’ Olympics? How Queensland’s 2032 Games planning descended into farce
The LNP’s vision is for an Olympics held in venues rather than a city – and guarantees controversy across Brisbane and beyond
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Few people in Queensland disagreed with the former state premier, Annastacia Palaszczuk, when she described plans for the 2032 Olympic Games in Brisbane as a “hot mess”.
Tuesday’s announcement by the new LNP government was framed as an end to the sort of disarray that has plagued Olympic planning during the past four years.
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Continue reading...Former Yankees star Brett Gardner left with ‘many questions’ after son’s death in Costa Rica
- Miller Gardner died in sleep on Friday morning
- Authorities awaiting analysis of toxicology testing
A former New York Yankees player and his wife say they have “many questions” and “few answers” after their youngest son fell ill and died during a family vacation.
Miller Gardner – the son of Brett and Jessica Gardner – was 14.
Continue reading...Blatter, Platini cleared by Swiss court in FIFA corruption case
Former FIFA boss Blatter and ex-UEFA chief Platini acquitted again on appeal in case that began in 2015.
Tamim Iqbal: Bangladesh cricketer recovering at clinic after heart attack
The former ODI captain is in a stable medical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest in a DPL match on Monday.
Lakers lose to Magic despite combined 56 points from LeBron, Doncic
The LA Lakers' chances of securing a top-two Western Conference playoff spot took another hit with a loss in Orlando.
Cain Velasquez: Former UFC champion sentenced to prison for 2022 shooting
The retired heavyweight athlete is sentenced to five years in prison after pleading no contest to attempted murder.
Queensland plans to build 2032 Olympics stadium on significant Indigenous site
Despite premier David Crisafulli ruling it out during election, the government is expected to announce plans for stadium at Victoria Park
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The Queensland government is expected to announce that a significant preserved site of Indigenous heritage in central Brisbane, a massacre site on a songline, will host the main stadium of the 2032 Olympics.
Premier David Crisafulli repeatedly promised not to build a new stadium to host the athletics during last year’s election, and also specifically ruled out building one in Victoria Park.
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Continue reading...Mexico beat Panama on Jimenez penalty, win CONCACAF Nations League
Raul Jimenez's dramatic stoppage-time penalty against Panama clinches Mexico's maiden Nations League crown.
Tiger Woods confirms relationship with Donald Trump’s former daughter-in-law
- Golfer announces relationship on social media
- Vanessa Trump was married to Donald Trump Jr
Tiger Woods has confirmed he is in a relationship with Donald Trump’s former daughter-in-law, Vanessa Trump.
Woods announced the news on Sunday. “Love is in the air and life is better with you by my side! We look forward to our journey through life together,” Woods wrote on X to his 6.4 millions followers … At this time we would appreciate privacy for all those close to our hearts.”
Continue reading...Portugal defeat Denmark in extra time to reach Nations League semifinals
Portugal overturn a 1-0 first-leg deficit to beat Denmark 5-2 after extra time, setting up a semifinal with Germany.
Ronaldo has ‘no problem’ with Hojlund’s ‘Siu’ celebration in Nations League
Portugal captain hopes to show Hojlund and Denmark the original celebration as both sides meet in the Nations League.
Pakistan suffer biggest T20 loss as New Zealand take 3-1 series lead
New Zealand record a 115-run win in fourth T20 as all but two Pakistan batters score in double figures in chase of 221.
NBA: LA Lakers trounced on LeBron’s return as Bucks rally to beat Kings
LeBron James scored 17 points but Chicago Bulls' Coby White led the scoring with 36 points in his side's 146-115 win.