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Indonesia bans Israeli gymnasts from Olympic qualifier

Indonesian sports authorities face International Olympic Committee scrutiny after blocking Israeli athletes from a crucial Olympic qualifying event, raising concerns about political discrimination in international sport.

USA bids for 2031 Women's World Cup hosting rights

The United States announces ambitious campaign to host the 2031 FIFA Women's World Cup, building on their successful 2026 men's tournament hosting rights and 2023 women's team performance.

Olympic boxer's 94-second KO sparks gender debate

French boxer Imane Khelif scores lightning-quick knockout in just 94 seconds during her return to the ring, reigniting discussions about gender verification in Olympic boxing following previous controversy.

Trump Proposes US-UK World Cup Tournament

Exclusive: Donald Trump reveals ambitious plan to bring FIFA World Cup to American soil with British collaboration, promising 'greatest sporting spectacle ever seen'

Trump eyes Boston for 2026 World Cup matches

Exclusive: Donald Trump reveals ambitious plans to bring FIFA World Cup matches to Boston as part of joint US-Mexico-Canada bid, creating potential partnership with Mayor Michelle Wu's administration.

Ratcliffe's Man Utd Takeover Twist: 25% Stake Deal

Exclusive: Sir Jim Ratcliffe prepares to buy 25% of Manchester United in phased takeover, while Sheikh Jassim's Qatari bid encounters unexpected complications in the protracted Glazer family negotiations.

Prince William and Attenborough back UK COP30 bid

The Prince of Wales teams up with broadcasting legend Sir David Attenborough to support Britain's ambitious bid to host the crucial COP30 climate summit in 2025, with Labour's Ed Miliband backing the campaign.

Trump deportation plan threatens UK World Cup bid

Exclusive investigation reveals how Trump's proposed mass deportation plan could devastate UK and Ireland's World Cup hosting ambitions by crippling visa processing for essential workers.

Olympic Skater Oksana Baiul Sells New Jersey Mansion

Exclusive look inside Olympic gold medalist Oksana Baiul's stunning New Jersey mansion as the figure skating legend puts her property on the market. Discover the luxury features and emotional history behind this champion's home.

Gatwick's French Owner Plots £6bn London Transport Takeover

Exclusive: The French conglomerate that owns Gatwick Airport is exploring a monumental £6 billion takeover bid for a major London transport hub, sparking a potential political firestorm over foreign ownership of critical UK infrastructure.

Coe brands Las Vegas F1 'vulgar', backs Budapest Olympics

World Athletics President Sebastian Coe has launched a scathing attack on the proposed Las Vegas Grand Prix, labelling it 'vulgar' and 'not sport', while throwing his support behind Budapest's bid for the 2036 Olympics.

Sydney 2000 Olympics: Reliving the Magic 25 Years On

A quarter-century on, we revisit the iconic moments, breathtaking triumphs, and pure joy that made the Sydney 2000 Olympic Games 'the best Olympics ever' through a spectacular photographic journey.

Anglo American Rejects £34bn BHP Takeover Bid

London-listed mining titan Anglo American has emphatically rejected a colossal £34 billion takeover proposal from Australian rival BHP, branding the bid 'highly unattractive' and opportunistic. The deal would have created a global mining behemoth.

Angela Rayner's Leadership Ambitions 'In Tatters'

Exclusive: Labour Deputy Leader Angela Rayner's bid for the top job faces collapse as allies break ranks over her 'council house' tax scandal and desire for privacy, revealing deep internal party divisions.

Trump announces 2024 presidential run in historic move

Donald Trump has formally announced his candidacy for the 2024 US Presidential election, setting the stage for a potential political rematch. The historic announcement was made at his Mar-a-Lago estate in Florida.

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