Groundbreaking but controversial - new IOC president Coventry

Kirsty Coventry will become the 10th International Olympic Committee (IOC) president but why is she both a groundbreaking and controversial choice?

BBC News - 6d

Coventry elected as IOC's first female president

Zimbabwe's sports minister Kirsty Coventry is elected as the new IOC president, becoming the first woman and first African to hold the role.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20

Coventry elected first female IOC president as Coe beaten

Zimbabwe's sports minister Kirsty Coventry is elected as the new IOC president, becoming the first woman and first African to hold the role.

BBC News - Mar. 20

New IOC president: Task force will examine 'transgender issue'

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said Thursday it would investigate “the transgender issue” of sports participation in the 2028 games, which are slated to take place in Los Angeles. “As I ...

The Hill - Mar. 20

Hundreds of Olympians call on IOC candidates to make climate top priority

Just days before the International Olympic Committee (IOC) elects a new president in Greece more than 400 athletes on Friday called on the future leader of the body to strengthen its action for the ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Ancient Olympia hosts IOC candidates and voters two days ahead of presidential contest

Seven candidates in the IOC presidential election came to the most sacred Olympic site two days before the contest Thursday to elect a new leader

ABC News - Mar. 18

Kirsty Coventry named new IOC president as Coe denied in election vote – live

Former Zimbabwean swimmer wins vote in round one Inside the Olympic conclave | And feel free to mail Simon In addition to the seven candidates a total of eight IOC members will not be ...

The Guardian - Mar. 20

Lord Coe must become IOC chief – his rivals are fatally compromised

If you were looking to avoid uncomfortable scrutiny, you could hardly choose a better location than Costa Navarino, this clifftop nirvana in the south-west Peloponnese. With its sprawling villas ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20

Groundbreaking but controversial - new IOC president Coventry

Kirsty Coventry will become the 10th International Olympic Committee president - but why is she both a groundbreaking and controversial choice?

Yahoo Sports - 5d

Canada to choose new leader to face Trump in trade war with US

Former central banker Mark Carney favoured over Chrystia Freeland to replace Justin Trudeau as Liberal party head

Financial Times - Mar. 9

Kirsty Coventry’s in-tray: six big issues facing IOC’s new president

From protecting women’s sport to the return of Russia and keeping the Olympics relevant, the former gold medallist has tough challenges ahead. As a seven-time Olympic swimming medallist, Kirsty ...

The Guardian - 5d

Chris Long would choose New York Giants over Steelers if he were Aaron Rodgers

Former star NFL DE Chris Long said on his podcast that if here were Aaron Rodgers, he'd sign with the New York Giants over the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Thomas Bach made honorary IOC president for life

Outgoing International Olympic Committee (IOC) president Thomas Bach has become the second person to be named honorary IOC preisdent for life. The 144th IOC Session approved an according proposal ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

Boxing included in LA 2028 Olympics programme after IOC vote

Boxing was on Thursday formally included into the programme of the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles after a long dispute and the provisional recognition of a new governing body for the sport. The ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 20

Olympic boxing gender row a result of Russian fake news, says IOC chief

Thomas Bach criticises ‘fake news campaign from Russia’ Two boxers under scrutiny won gold in Paris A gender row involving two female boxers at the Paris 2024 Olympics was the result of a ...

The Guardian - Mar. 15

Boxing recommended to stay on Olympic program for LA 2028 by IOC Executive Board

Boxing is an IOC members vote away from staying on the Olympic program.

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

IOC presidential race reaches finish line - key questions answered

BBC Sport looks at the key questions before Thursday's IOC presidential vote.

BBC News - Mar. 19

Global economy takes centre stage

OECD updates growth forecasts, a clutch of central banks set interest rates and the IOC picks a new Olympics president

Financial Times - Mar. 16

Who is Kirsty Coventry? From Zimbabwean swimmer to the most powerful person in sport

The 41-year-old has risen from Africa’s most decorated Olympian to become the new president of the IOC

Yahoo Sports - 6d

Greenland Races Into New Era Without Losing Grip on Inuit Traditions

Amid dizzying changes caused by a warming climate and global attention, Greenlanders don’t want to have to choose between embracing the future and honoring their heritage.

The New York Times - 6d

Choosing a gold firm to buy precious metals? Key factors to consider

If you're buying gold for the first time, consider these key factors before choosing a gold firm.

CBS News - Mar. 18

Does the Olympic business model still work?

As it chooses a new president, the world’s biggest sporting event is facing an exodus of major sponsors and a fast-changing media landscape

Financial Times - Mar. 14

How to Choose a Mattress

After testing nearly two dozen mattresses, I have some tips on how you can find the best mattress for you, from firmness and materials to deciphering warranties.

Wired - Mar. 17

Comcast, IOC reach multibillion dollar agreement on Olympic broadcast rights

Comcast has reached a multiyear agreement with the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to broadcast the games on all platforms in the United States for the Olympic Games through to 2036, meaning ...

The Hill - Mar. 13

Coe feels ‘momentum’ but IOC presidential race remains on knife-edge

Vote on next IOC president to take place on Thursday Samaranch Jr, Coventry and Coe the leading contenders Sebastian Coe feels he has momentum as the race to become the next president of the ...

The Guardian - Mar. 19

IOC candidate Samaranch sees diplomacy with Trump as key priority ahead of 2028 LA Olympics

One of the strong candidates to win the IOC's presidential election next week says meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump should be high on the winner's agenda

ABC News - Mar. 14

‘It’s a privilege’: Boris van der Vorst, the man who saved Olympic boxing

By forming a new governing body, World Boxing, the Dutchman prevented the sport being banished by the IOC. “It feels like such a sweet week and of course I’m very happy and proud,” Boris van der ...

The Guardian - 4d

NBC and IOC sign $3B Olympic media rights deal through 2036 including Salt Lake City Winter Games

The IOC has signed a $3 billion deal with its long-time United States broadcast partner NBC for the 2034 Salt Lake City Olympics and the 2036 Summer Games

ABC News - Mar. 13

IOC candidate Samaranch sees diplomacy with Trump as key priority ahead of 2028 LA Olympics

Meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump should be high on the agenda of the next IOC leader, according to a strong candidate to win the Olympic body’s presidential election next week. “It has to ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 14

Olympic contest to pick IOC president is quirky and controlled by tight campaign and voting rules

The IOC is the undisputed champion of running the most tightly managed sports election, one compared by veteran Olympic watchers to a conclave to pick a pope. The voters themselves will get ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 17

On eve of Olympic election, IOC presidential candidate Samaranch plays down emerging favorite status

With perception growing he can become the next IOC president Thursday, Juan Antonio Samaranch played down his possible status as favorite on the eve of voting. The most open presidential contest ...

Yahoo Sports - Mar. 19

So it’s victory for Kirsty Coventry in the IOC elections. Who says cards with a rigged deck isn’t an Olympic sport? | Marina Hyde

The Zimbabwean has global sport’s top job but Britain’s Sebastian Coe was snubbed, and with good reason: he might have changed things. Congratulations to the International Olympic Committee (IOC) ...

The Guardian - 6d

How Americans are spending their retirements at sea

The U.S. is seeing a surge of retirements as more than 4 million people will turn 65 this year. Some are choosing a life at sea for their golden years. CBS News' Nancy Chen has more.

CBS News - Mar. 10

HHS offers buyout option for workers who quit, source says

All employees at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services received an offer of a $25,000 payment if they choose to voluntarily resign, a source familiar with the situation told CBS News. ...

CBS News - Mar. 10

Juventus director Giuntoli under pressure after Motta sacking

Thiago Motta’s dismissal at Juventus puts director Cristiano Giuntoli even more under pressure, as the ex-Napoli director was responsible for choosing the coach and investing over €200m in new sig...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

I trust Which? to help me choose a washing machine. But I have my own views on kitchen roll and toilet paper | Adrian Chiles

I’m in awe of the organisation’s rigorous approach to product testing. That doesn’t mean I need it for everything. I don’t buy much of any value without consulting Which?. I choose to believe that ...

The Guardian - 14h

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