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Scottish Rugby sacks chief executive Williamson after inquiry
Scottish Rugby has dismissed chief executive Alex Williamson with immediate effect following an independent investigation into concerns raised earlier this year. The board said his conduct fell “significantly below” the organisation’s expected standards, but did not disclose the specific findings; the decision renews uncertainty in the governing body’s leadership at a pivotal sporting period. Williamson…
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Fifa’s sale of the century: how Kushners and Trump are at centre of a tangled web
Fifa president Gianni Infantino’s proposal to sell a 20% stake in a new commercial World Cup enterprise has drawn political scrutiny in the United States because Joshua Kushner’s investment fund is expected to lead the deal. Critics, including Democratic congressman Jamie Raskin, argue that the arrangement raises concerns about Trump family connections, given Joshua’s brother…
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Scottish Premiership returns with McInnes adding new twist to Old Firm rivalry
The Scottish Premiership begins amid widespread frustration across the game, following Scotland’s poor World Cup campaign and disputes involving several clubs, supporters and football authorities. The season’s main sporting focus will again be the Old Firm, with Derek McInnes taking charge of Rangers after leaving Hearts and bringing added tension to matches against Celtic. Celtic…
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Spotify Running Mode helps match tunes to tempo
Spotify has launched an AI-powered Running Mode for Premium subscribers, allowing runners to create playlists tailored to their preferred tempo, musical tastes and workout goals. The feature is intended to make selecting suitable running music quicker, while offering optional spoken coaching prompts. Running Mode includes 25 preset playlists that can be adjusted by genre, duration,…
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Norrie beats Duckworth to reach Los Cabos quarters
Cameron Norrie reached the Los Cabos Open quarter-finals after beating Australia’s James Duckworth 6-4 6-4. The British number two has now won two matches this week after arriving in Mexico on a six-match losing run, and will next face Bernard Tomic. Norrie recovered from 3-0 down in the first set and broke Duckworth twice in…
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Airbus fined £6.4m for breaching rules on export of sensitive technology
Airbus has agreed to pay £6.4m to HM Revenue and Customs after admitting breaches of UK rules governing the export and transfer of controlled technology. The settlement, reached after the company self-reported conduct occurring before November 2022, underlines the importance of compliance in a sector where technology may have military or weapons-related uses. HMRC said…
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Up to his old clicks? Local ‘Clicky Ponting’ cricket player at centre of ‘cheat’ row ‘used same ploy at previous club’
The article reports that a local cricketer nicknamed ‘Clicky Ponting’, already at the centre of a cheating dispute, is alleged to have used the same tactic while playing for a previous club. The claim matters because it suggests the incident may not have been isolated, raising wider questions about conduct and oversight in amateur cricket.…
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Cricket & archery well placed for Commonwealths spot
Cricket, archery and shooting are among the leading candidates to return to the Commonwealth Games programme when India hosts the 2030 event in Ahmedabad. Their inclusion would reflect India’s sporting strengths and could help broaden the Games after Glasgow 2026 used a reduced programme following Victoria’s withdrawal as host. Only 10 sports are being staged…
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Howe going as spending rules bite – troubles for Newcastle’s Saudi owners
Eddie Howe has left Newcastle United after a disappointing Premier League campaign and a transfer window shaped by the need to sell players, with Matthias Jaissle reportedly set to replace him. The departure raises questions about whether the club’s Saudi-backed owners can still deliver their ambition of making Newcastle one of the world’s leading clubs…
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Sneakers Worn By Justin Bieber During 2026 FIFA World Cup Final Sold at Charity Auction For Nearly $30K, BTS Performance Gear Raises $300K
Justin Bieber’s custom SKYLRK trainers, worn during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final halftime show, sold for $26,400 (£20,000 approximately) at Christie’s charity auction. The proceeds will support the FIFA Global Citizen Education Fund, highlighting how high-profile music and sporting memorabilia are being used to raise money for children’s education and access to football. The…