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Saudi Arabia makes more than 900 sponsor deals in 2034 World Cup plan
Kingdom set to be awarded tournament in December Agreements also made with many football federations Saudi Arabia has struck more than 900 sponsorship deals across the sporting landscape and ...The Guardian - 1d -
Saudi Arabia's network of spending and influence detailed before getting 2034 World Cup from FIFA
Saudi Arabia’s growing influence and massive spending in global sports have been detailed in research ahead of the kingdom being confirmed by FIFA next week as the 2034 World Cup hostABC News - 1d -
IOC official open to back-to-back World Cup in Saudi Arabia and Salt Lake Olympics in early 2034
A senior IOC official says scheduling the 2034 World Cup in Saudi Arabia back-to-back with the 2034 Salt Lake City Winter Games would pose “no risk” to the OlympicsABC News - 13h -
China’s ties with Saudi Arabia buoyed by green tech
Warming relations between Xi Jinping and Saudi crown prince complicate outlook for Trump administrationFinancial Times - 6h -
FIFA Club World Cup: Format, draw, teams, schedule and why Messi is playing
We're going to take you on a guided tour of the new FIFA Club World Cup, detailing who has qualified and when the competition is being played.ESPN - 19h -
Saudi Arabia Leads Pushback Against Global Plastic Treaty
Delegates from more than 170 countries are working to salvage a treaty that would tackle the growing problem of plastic pollution.The New York Times - 3d -
World champion Dubois to face Parker in Saudi
Daniel Dubois will defend his world heavyweight title against Joseph Parker in February on a card featuring the Artur Beterbiev v Dmitry Bivol rematch.BBC News - 1d -
NBA Cup: Here's what's at stake on the final day of group play
The 2024 Emirates NBA Cup resumes Tuesday, with five of the eight spots in the knockout round — three in the East, two in the West — still up for grabs.Yahoo Sports - 1d -
2024 NBA Cup schedule, bracket for in-season tournament: Final group play games set for Tuesday night
Group play of the 2024 NBA Cup wraps up Tuesday nightCBS Sports - 9h -
Which 8 teams made NBA Cup quarterfinals? Hint: Not the Celtics or Lakers
The final day of group play determined the last five spots in the knockout round. Last year's NBA Cup finalists and the NBA champs didn't advance.Yahoo Sports - 2h -
Bank of America signs again with FIFA for US-hosted Club World Cup that still has no TV deals
Bank of America has teamed with FIFA for a second timeABC News - 9h -
Celebrations as Wales make history qualifying for Euros
Wales defeated the Republic of Ireland 2-1 making footballing history in their first major tournament.BBC News - 7h -
How to watch Club World Cup draw, pots, teams: Real Madrid, Lionel Messi's Inter Miami to learn path to final
The Club World Cup draw will take place on Dec. 5 in MiamiCBS Sports - 11h -
Ivy League-trained psychologist: How I say 'no' to my kids—and why more parents need to do the same
Parents who struggle to say "no" to their children could be doing them disservice in the long run, according to child psychologist Becky Kennedy.CNBC - 17h -
Jets are sticking with struggling Aaron Rodgers as their starting quarterback
Aaron Rodgers will remain the New York Jets’ starting quarterback despite speculation the team could bench him in what has been a disappointing seasonABC News - 1d -
LeBron's jumper is off, and the Lakers are struggling on offense
LeBron James is in quite the shooting slump, especially from long distanceABC News - 1d -
Asian chip stocks mostly rise, shrugging off new U.S. semiconductor export curbs on China
Shares of major Asian chip stocks mostly rose on Tuesday, shrugging off the U.S. announcing new emiconductor export controls on China.CNBC - 1d -
Rep. Grace Meng to lead congressional Asian caucus, replacing longtime chair Judy Chu
Rep. Grace Meng, D-N.Y., on Wednesday will become the new chairwoman of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus, succeeding Rep. Judy Chu, D-Calif.NBC News - 7h -
The world’s best food markets
FT writers and editors choose their favourite places to stock up on great local produceFinancial Times - 3h -
David Squires on … the Fifa Man’s plan to make Saudi dreams come true
Our cartoonist looks at the hard work that has gone on at the football factory to pave the way for Saudi World Cup. Buy a copy of a cartoon from our Print Shop David’s new book, Chaos in ...The Guardian - 21h -
Tiger Woods has no firm answers on a deal with Saudis or his future as a player
Tiger Woods doesn't have a clear view of the future, whether that's his playing schedule for the PGA Tour's negotiations with the Saudi funders of LIV GolfABC News - 7h -
Australia's third-quarter GDP grows at a slower-than-expected 0.3% amid higher rates and sticky inflation
Australia's economy grew at slower than expected in the third quarter, as elevated borrowing costs and sticky inflation continued to weigh down on the slowing economy.CNBC - 5h -
Australia v Taiwan: international women’s football friendly – live
Updates from the Matildas’ game at AAMI Park Kick-off time in Melbourne is 8pm AEDT Any thoughts? Email or get in touch on Bluesky Taiwan: Wang Yu-Ting (gk), Su Sin-Yun, Hsu Yi-Yun, Pu ...The Guardian - 9m -
The Cost of Gold Rattles the Jewelry World
Bold gold pieces are trendy, but makers worry that the steep price increases for the precious metal will soon deter demand.The New York Times - 15h -
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger Steps Down Amid Chipmaker’s Struggles
Pat Gelsinger stepped down after nearly four years at the helm of the onetime highflying company, Intel said Monday.The New York Times - 1d -
Dollar stores are struggling to win over bargain hunters — here’s why
Slowing sales and company-specific struggles have put pressure on Dollar General and Dollar Tree, which will report quarterly earnings this week.CNBC - 15h -
Constellation Brands to sell Svedka vodka to Sazerac as wine and spirits segment struggles
Constellation Brands will sell its Svedka vodka brand to alcoholic beverage company Sazerac in the coming months.CNBC - 16h -
Dollar stores are struggling to win over bargain hunters — here's why
As shoppers look for value, dollar stores might seem to be logical destinations.NBC News - 15h -
2 months on, North Carolina residents still struggling to recover from Helene
December has delivered snow and biting cold, a different type of storm from Hurricane Helene, which ravaged western North Carolina in late September. Hundreds of people whose homes were destroyed ...CBS News - 7h -
North Carolina residents struggle with Hurricane Helene recovery amid cold weather
Several North Carolina counties opened warming shelters for people without heat access or who were displaced by Hurricane Helene last September. Some are enduring the cold while living in tents as ...CBS News - 7h -
Ubisoft discontinues development on free-to-play shooter XDefiant
Ubisoft announced that it will discontinue development on XDefiant, its free-to-play first-person shooter title.VentureBeat - 8h -
Dodgers' Snell: 'This is where you want to play'
The Dodgers introduced pitcher Blake Snell, their latest high-priced free agent signing, at a news conference Tuesday.ESPN - 2h -
Tiny Love Stories: ‘I Surrendered and Played Along’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.The New York Times - 13h -
Can the world’s trade police survive Trump II?
Relevance of World Trade Organization under scrutiny amid US president-elect’s protectionist stance. The sting of teargas was a price worth paying, said Michael Dolan, as he looks back on the ...The Guardian - 21h -
Australia’s Jack Doohan to make Formula One debut at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Son of motorcycle great Mick replaces Esteban Ocon at Alpine Esteban Ocon released early to join Haas for post-season test Australian Jack Doohan, son of motorcycle great Mick, will make his ...The Guardian - 1d -
Indonesia hands Australia draft Bali Nine repatriation deal in ‘significant step forward’
Australia’s home affairs minister Tony Burke says some issues are yet to be resolved but hails goodwill. Get our breaking news email , free app or daily news podcast The Indonesian ...The Guardian - 1d -
He’s 16 and hyped as Usain Bolt’s successor – but Australia’s Gout Gout is keeping his feet on the ground
The schoolboy’s rapid rise has drawn inevitable comparisons with the Jamaican, but the sprint great’s heir apparent is taking it all in his stride. It’s tricky being the next big thing . There’s ...The Guardian - 18h -
Australia is banning social media for people under 16. Could this work elsewhere — or even there?
It is an ambitious social experiment of our moment in historyABC News - 2h