FIFA Should Compensate Migrant Workers Injured Building Qatar World Cup, Report Says

An unpublished report on the soccer governing body’s responsibility for migrant workers recommends that it should compensate those harmed.

World - The New York Times - 3 hours ago

FIFA donates $50m for Qatar World Cup legacy

FIFA launched a $50 million legacy fund for social programmes on Wednesday in collaboration with 2022 World Cup hosts Qatar and the World Health Organization (WHO), the World Trade Organization ...

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FIFA must halt Saudi World Cup bid due to human rights issues, says Amnesty

FIFA must halt the process to pick Saudi Arabia as hosts of the 2034 World Cup unless major human rights reforms are announced before the vote next month.

Migrant workers face ‘cycle of abuse’ in Saudi Arabia before World Cup, UN told

ITUC-Africa raises ‘severe concerns’ over labour practices Organisation calls on Caf to press Fifa on human rights A trade union organisation that represents 18 million African workers has ...

World - The Guardian - 3 days ago

Amnesty: FIFA must halt Saudi World Cup bid

FIFA must halt the process to pick Saudi Arabia as hosts of the 2034 World Cup unless major human rights reforms are announced before the vote next month, Amnesty International and the SRA have said.

Sports - ESPN - November 11

FIFA unveils innovative and transformative 24-karat Club World Cup trophy

The winner of the tournament, which begins next June in the U.S., will receive a golden trophy that can transform from a shield into a multifaceted and orbital structure.

Sports - ESPN - November 14

FIFA President’s Bet on Club World Cup Meets Reality

Gianni Infantino has tied his legacy to the 32-team tournament, even inscribing his name on the trophy. Its success is far from guaranteed.

Business - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Migrant workers exposed to deadly 45C temperatures in Gulf – report

Research and undercover interviews reveal reality of extreme heat exacerbated by abusive working conditions. . Migrant workers across the Gulf are risking their lives by being forced to work up to ...

World - The Guardian - November 5

FIFA and IOC hold different track records with Trump ahead of World Cup and Olympics in US

The two biggest events in world sports are coming to America

Sports - ABC News - November 10

Saudi Arabia’s World Cup: how close could Fifa get to corporate manslaughter?

In a country where thousands of migrant workers have died since 2016 a huge building project lies ahead. December’s coronation will stand as surely the most wretched, bloody, damaging act in the ...

World - The Guardian - November 15

The ‘mistake’ that is Fifa’s Club World Cup looms large. But will it even happen? | Philippe Auclair

Sponsors and broadcasters are biding their time while the players’ union has filed a lawsuit over plans for 2025 event. This is the one thing the former Fifa president Sepp Blatter admits he should ...

World - The Guardian - November 19

US senators urge Fifa to spurn Saudi 2034 World Cup bid over human rights

Kingdom is all but certain to host 2034 tournament Concerns have been raised over Saudi human rights Two United States senators urged Fifa on Monday not to pick Saudi Arabia as the 2034 World ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Senators urge FIFA not to pick Saudi Arabia as World Cup host over human rights risks

Two United States senators have urged FIFA not to pick Saudi Arabia as the 2034 World Cup host next month

Sports - ABC News - 4 days ago

FIFA signs Budweiser brewer AB InBev to separate sponsor deal for 2025 Club World Cup in the US

FIFA has signed its long-time sponsor AB InBev to a Club World Cup deal that will promote the Budweiser and Michelob Ultra brands at the tournament in the United States next year

Sports - ABC News - 4 days ago

Qatar suspends role as mediator between Israel and Hamas

The move comes after US officials were quoted saying they would not accept Hamas's presence in Qatar.

After hosting World Cup, Qatar praised by UN rights body for labor law reforms but urged to do more

Qatar has been praised at the United Nations’ top human rights body for improving labor laws before the 2022 World Cup

Sports - ABC News - November 12

Saudi Arabia World Cup bid report accused of ‘whitewashing’ rights abuses

Law firm AS&H Clifford Chance failed to include alleged abuse of migrant workers in assessment for Fifa 2034 bid, say rights groups. A report by the Saudi arm of a global law firm on Saudi Arabia’s ...

World - The Guardian - October 31

Sir Alf Ramsey World Cup reports sold for £17,064

Papers belonging to England's 1966 manager found hidden in an old suitcase go under the hammer.

US skier Mikaela Shiffrin wins 1st World Cup slalom of season for her 98th career victory

American ski star Mikaela Shiffrin has dominated the first women’s World Cup slalom of the season for her record-extending 98th career win

Sports - ABC News - November 16

George says England have 'evolved' since World Cup

Captain Jamie George says England have "evolved" from the side beaten by South Africa in the World Cup semi-finals last year.

Home Office made poor decisions buying £15m migrant camp, report says

The government watchdog finds the Home Office made "a series of poor decisions" buying the site in East Sussex.

House report on Matt Gaetz allegations should not be released, Speaker Johnson says

WASHINGTON — House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., said Friday that he would "strongly request" that the House Ethics Committee not release a report detailing its investigation into former Rep.

Jeffries says ‘of course’ Ethics Committee’s report on Gaetz should be released

In an exclusive interview with Meet the Press, House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-N.Y.) says that the House Ethics Committee report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz — President-elect Trump’s pick ...

Politics - NBC News - November 17

Key Democrat says the ethics report on Matt Gaetz should be made public

The top Democrat on the House Ethics Committee says a report on Rep. Matt Gaetz, Donald Trump's pick for attorney general, should be made public.

Top Democrat on House Ethics panel says Gaetz report should be released

Rep. Susan Wild (D-Pa.), the top Democrat on the House Ethics Committee, said she thinks the panel’s report on former Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) should be released. Wild answered “yes” when asked ...

Politics - The Hill - November 19

‘It’s created an internal shitstorm’: turmoil at UK law firm accused of ‘whitewashing’ Saudi World Cup report

Sources say key people at Clifford Chance were not consulted, as it emerges another company refused job due to reputational concerns. When the Saudi crown prince locked nearly 400 of his country’s ...

World - The Guardian - November 2

Qatar ends mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas, citing lack of good-faith negotiations

Qatar has halted its mediation efforts between Israel and Hamas, citing a lack of willingness from both sides to engage constructively, according to a diplomatic source briefed on the matter.

Qatar Pauses Role as Mediator in Gaza Cease-Fire Talks

The Qatari Foreign Ministry announced it had stepped back from talks, saying it would resume once Israel and Hamas “show willingness and seriousness.”

Top stories - The New York Times - November 9

‘I handle my dad’s finances’: My father is in a nursing home and will get $100K in compensation. What should I do with it?

“I’ve thought about CDs, money-market and mutual funds.”

Business - MarketWatch - November 18

Mike Johnson says he doesn't think House Ethics Committee should release Gaetz report

House Speaker Mike Johnson said on Friday that he does not think the House Ethics Committee should release the findings of its investigation into Matt Gaetz.

At least 2 injured in explosion at condominium building in Oakland County, Michigan

Residents were urged to stay away from the area as authorities work to determine the cause.

Cable car accident at ski resort injures 8 workers in French Alps

Eight workers have been injured, two seriously, in a cable car accident at the French ski resort of Val Thorens, local authorities said

World - ABC News - November 19

How I’m Building My Startup With Remote Workers and AI Tools

Startups like mine are managing remote teams and integrating AI tools to stay competitive in today’s fast-paced business environment.

Business - Inc. - November 19

In Finland, Building One of the World’s Largest Cruise Ships

In a Finnish shipyard, the 250,800-ton sister of Icon of the Seas, the world’s largest cruise ship, is in the final stages of construction. We got an inside look.

Business - The New York Times - November 8

Middle East live: Amsterdam officials ban protests after violence; Hamas says it has ‘not received’ request to leave Qatar

Prosecutors expect more arrests; Qatari diplomatic source had earlier told AFP that ‘the Hamas political office no longer serves its purpose’ in Doha. Israeli air strikes on the Lebanese ...

World - The Guardian - November 9

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