Missouri Sports Betting Launch Praised as 'Successful'
The Missouri Gaming Commission hails the smooth rollout of legal sports betting, with over 250,000 active accounts on the first day. Discover the key figures and industry reaction.
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TNT Sports Ashes coverage slammed as 'abysmal' by fans
Cricket fans have renewed fierce criticism of TNT Sports' Ashes commentary, calling it 'shocking' and a 'poor product'. Discover why viewers are demanding a return to Sky Sports.
Record 1,082 Clubs Seek Flutter's Cash4Clubs Funding
A record 1,082 grassroots sports clubs have applied for Flutter's £500k Cash4Clubs grants, highlighting a severe funding crisis. Discover which clubs need help most and how the money is used.
Missouri Sports Betting: Top Apps for Dec 1 Launch
Missouri sports betting launches December 1, 2025. Compare the best sportsbooks, welcome bonuses, and key regulations for the Show-Me State's new market.
Sky Sports' Female TikTok Channel Ditched in 3 Days
Sky Sports' Halo TikTok channel aimed at women was pulled after just three days. Discover why this marketing misstep highlights a fundamental flaw in how sports engage female audiences.
Sky Sports axes Halo brand after backlash
Sky Sports has scrapped its female-targeted Halo brand just days after launch following a furious backlash accusing it of being patronising. Read the full story.
Sky Sports criticised for 'patronising' female fans
Sky Sports faces criticism for its new female-targeted TikTok channel 'Halo', branded the 'lil sis' of main content and accused of patronising women with pink branding. Discover the full story.
Missouri's $3.88bn Sports Betting Projection
Missouri's legal sports betting market, launching 1st December, is projected to generate a massive $3.88bn handle in its first year. Discover the key figures and driving forces behind this economic surge.
Win Prizes in This Week's Ultimate Sports Quiz
From Premier League drama to boxing's biggest punches, dive into our weekly sports quiz covering football, cricket, rugby, boxing, darts, baseball and swimming for your chance to win exciting prizes.
Trans runner Evie Toone files landmark NCAA lawsuit
University of Washington runner Evie Toone launches groundbreaking legal action against NCAA, challenging transgender athlete policies in collegiate sports amid growing national debate.
Virgin Media blackout: Sky & TNT Sports channels go dark
Millions of Virgin Media customers face sports blackout as Sky and TNT Sports channels disappear in major carriage fee dispute. Find out when your favourite sports might return.
Barstool Sports' Cody Beef Dies - Community Mourns
The sudden and tragic passing of Barstool Sports personality Cody Beef has sent shockwaves through the sports media community, leaving colleagues and fans mourning the loss of a beloved content creator.
NFL warns players after NBA's Mafia betting scandal
The NFL has issued an urgent warning to its athletes about gambling dangers after explosive revelations of Mafia involvement in the NBA's betting controversy. Learn how American sports leagues are battling organised crime infiltration.
UK economy stagnates with zero growth in April
Britain's economic growth flatlined at 0.0% in April, missing analyst forecasts and raising concerns about the strength of the recovery. Services and production sectors showed modest gains while construction output fell significantly.
NBA Betting Scandals: Basketball's Gambling Crisis Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how NBA legends and modern stars became entangled in gambling controversies that threatened the integrity of professional basketball.
Olympian's granddaughter loses qualification to transgender student
The granddaughter of a celebrated British Olympian has failed to qualify for a sporting event after finishing behind a transgender student, sparking a family appeal and reigniting the debate about fairness in women's sports.
Reeves demands economic growth plan in first day as Chancellor
New Chancellor Rachel Reeves launches economic fightback with urgent growth directive to ministers, warning Britain faces 'most challenging inheritance since WWII' with public finances in worst state ever recorded.
WNBA players score major pay rise in landmark deal
Women's basketball stars secure groundbreaking salary increases and enhanced benefits in transformative WNBA agreement, marking historic progress for professional women athletes.
ESPN's Sam Ponder sparks trans athlete controversy
ESPN presenter Sam Ponder ignites controversy by sharing a viral video about transgender athletes in female sports, questioning fairness and sparking intense social media debate about biological advantages.
Pushy Parents: Youth Sports' Biggest Problem
Leading sports psychologists warn that overbearing parental behaviour is becoming the primary obstacle to children's athletic development and enjoyment in UK sports.
Muhammad Ali's sumo wrestling challenge in Tokyo
Discover the incredible true story of how Muhammad Ali stepped into the sumo ring against Japan's wrestling titans during his 1970s Tokyo visit - a remarkable crossover of combat sports history.
UK economy shows zero growth in April, ONS figures reveal
New ONS figures reveal the UK economy showed no growth in April, complicating Rachel Reeves' economic strategy just days after taking office as Chancellor.
UK economy grows 0.4% in August, Reeves welcomes recovery signs
Britain's economy expanded by 0.4% in August, marking a significant turnaround after months of stagnation. Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces cautious optimism amid ongoing economic challenges.
UK unemployment falls as wages outpace inflation
Exclusive analysis reveals Britain's stunning economic recovery with unemployment hitting near-record lows and wages soaring above inflation, positioning the UK as a G7 growth leader.
UK wage growth outpaces inflation after two-year squeeze
Official figures show regular pay rose 6.2% annually while inflation slowed to 4.6%, bringing relief to British workers after prolonged cost-of-living pressures.
NCAA Allows Athlete Gambling Sponsorships in Rule U-Turn
The NCAA has overturned its controversial ban on sports betting partnerships, allowing college athletes to sign sponsorship deals with gambling companies in a landmark decision that's dividing the sports world.
UK Economy Grows 0.4% in Q2 - Strongest Since 2021
Britain's economy delivered a powerful performance in Q2 2024, with GDP growing by 0.4% - the strongest quarterly expansion since late 2021. Services and production sectors lead the charge as the UK economy gains momentum.
Billy Vigar: Teen footballer's tragic wall accident death
The heartbreaking story of 14-year-old Billy Vigar, who tragically died after being struck by a football against a brick wall during a school match, sparking vital safety conversations in grassroots football.
Brady and Portnoy's $75m Saudi Flag Football Partnership
NFL legend Tom Brady teams up with Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy in a groundbreaking $75 million flag football venture with Saudi Arabia's sports authority, signalling major Middle Eastern investment in American sports.
UK Schoolboy's Brutal Football Blocks Go Viral
A high school American football player in the UK is taking the internet by storm with a jaw-dropping highlight reel of him physically dominating opponents, sparking viral fame and serious hype.
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