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Why Saudi Arabia Being Awarded the 2034 World Cup Is So Controversial
Human-rights groups have criticized Saudi Arabia’s suitability to stage the finals since before the country launched a formal bid to host.The New York Times - 5h -
Lake Placid working with Italian officials as a backup sliding site for 2026 Winter Games
Lake Placid would play host to bobsled, luge and skeleton events for the 2026 Olympics if a track currently being rebuilt in Italy isn’t finished in time for the Milan-Cortina Games, officials said ...ABC News - 7h -
What propelled the Nasdaq above 20,000 — plus, a few weak spots in the stock market
Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.CNBC - 12h -
Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 3-game road slide
Los Angeles Lakers (13-11, eighth in the Western Conference) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (12-11, ninth in the Western Conference)Yahoo Sports - 55m -
Portland takes on San Antonio, looks to end 4-game slide
San Antonio Spurs (12-12, 11th in the Western Conference) vs. Portland Trail Blazers (8-16, 13th in the Western Conference)Yahoo Sports - 55m -
Saudi Arabia confirmed as 2034 World Cup football host by Fifa – live
Saudi Arabia confirmed despite human rights concerns A history of World Cup sportswashing | And email Niall Gianni Infantino is seated alongside the general secretary, Mattias Grafström, ...The Guardian - 15h -
Fifa confirms Saudi Arabia as host of 2034 World Cup
Kingdom’s unopposed bid for sporting event ratified by football’s governing body on WednesdayFinancial Times - 16h -
What will a Saudi 2034 World Cup look like?
The men's football World Cup will take place in Saudi Arabia in 2034 with the promise of "one of a kind" stadiums and organisers insisting everyone is welcome - but what will it look like?BBC News - 16h -
Fifa confirms Saudi Arabia as 2034 World Cup hosts
Fifa confirms the 2034 World Cup will be held in Saudi Arabia, while Spain, Portugal and Morocco will serve as joint hosts for the 2030 tournament.BBC News - 16h -
FIFA faces backlash as Saudi Arabia chosen to host 2034 World Cup
There was controversy over the choice of Saudi Arabia as the host of the 2034 World Cup due to the country's human rights record.CBS News - 16h -
Ros Atkins on... Saudi Arabia hosting 2034 World Cup
After Fifa awards Saudi Arabia the hosting rights for the men's 2034 World Cup, BBC analysis editor Ros Atkins looks at how we got here and the controversies surrounding the decision.BBC News - 16h -
FA set to back Saudi Arabia's 2034 World Cup bid
The FA is set to back Saudi Arabia's controversial bid to host the 2034 World Cup.BBC News - 18h -
Saudi Arabia’s journey from 90s novelty to World Cup power grab
From USA 94 to Ronaldo, via Putin and Newcastle, the 2034 hosts-elect are now at the heart of football politics. Saudi Arabia’s football history is lengthy and the country has long been one of the ...The Guardian - 1d -
Crown prince lobbied Cameron over Saudi dissident, documents reveal
Exclusive: Records obtained via FoI request relate to critic of Saudi royal family living in UK under asylum protection. Mohammed bin Salman personally lobbied David Cameron earlier this year to ...The Guardian - 1d -
Key questions behind Fifa's Saudi World Cup decision
Fifa's confirmation of Saudi Arabia's hosting of the men's 2034 World Cup will be one of the most controversial steps that football's governing body has ever taken.BBC News - 1d -
Oracle shares slide on earnings and revenue miss, disappointing forecast
Oracle shares fell Tuesday morning after the database software company issued disappointing quarterly results.CNBC - 1d -
Steven Gerrard grimaces in joyless Saudi slide into sporting irrelevance | Jonathan Liew
As a player he could always manifest greatness but the club that adored him and the game he bestrode has left him behind. Occasionally, at various opportune or triumphant moments in his career – ...The Guardian - 1d -
Trump Organization leases brand to 2 new projects in Saudi Arabia
The Trump Organization says it has leased its brand to two new real estate projects in Saudi Arabia just weeks before President-elect Donald Trump returns to the White HouseABC News - 2d -
Jamal Khashoggi’s widow urges Starmer to raise husband’s murder at Saudi meeting
Starmer will meet crown prince Mohammed bin Salman in Saudi Arabia for talks about forging closer ties on Monday. Jamal Khashoggi’s widow has urged Keir Starmer to raise her husband’s murder at his ...The Guardian - 3d -
NFL unlikely to change QB slide rule; CBS Sports rules expert Gene Steratore breaks down referee perspective
The latest on the NFL's quarterback slide ruleCBS Sports - 3d -
Starmer to meet Saudi crown prince in push for infrastructure cash
Wooing of Mohammed bin Salman controversial because of human rights concerns. Keir Starmer will meet Saudi Arabia’s de facto leader, Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman , as part of a controversial ...The Guardian - 4d -
Ronaldo's Al Nassr lose ground in Saudi title race
Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema both found the back of the net for their respective teams in Al Ittihad's Saudi Pro League win over Al Nassr.ESPN - 4d -
Bethell's sliding doors give England a decision
Jacob Bethell's serendipitous entry into Test cricket has left England with a decision to make, writes Stephan Shemilt.BBC News - 4d -
FA still to decide on endorsing Saudi World Cup bid
The Football Association is still to decide whether it will officially endorse Saudi Arabia's 2034 men's World Cup bid at next week's virtual Fifa Congress.BBC News - 5d -
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Azeez Al-Shaair suspension: Cowboys' Micah Parsons feels NFL made a statement, wants clarity on QB slide rule
Parsons claims his style of play won't change because of the ruling, but he is asking for more clarity from leagueCBS Sports - 5d -
Why Foot Locker’s stock is sliding despite upbeat Thanksgiving-week sales
The company is dealing with “softer consumer demand outside of key selling periods,” as well as the need for more promotions.MarketWatch - Dec. 4 -
Saudi Arabia Is Losing Its Iron Grip on Global Oil Markets
Rising U.S. production and internal OPEC+ pressure limit the kingdom’s sway over prices. Trump is a new wild card.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 4 -
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 - Dec. 4 -
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 - Dec. 3 -
Intel shares slide as Gelsinger exit leaves chipmaker without a 'quick fix'
Intel shares fell 6% on Tuesday, a day after the chipmaker announced the ouster of CEO Pat Gelsinger.CNBC - Dec. 3 -
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 - Dec. 3 -
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 - Dec. 3 -
Kansas holds off Auburn for No. 1 in AP Top 25 as SEC grabs 3 of top 4 spots; UConn slides to No. 25
Kansas continues to hold the No. 1 ranking in The Associated Press Top 25 men’s college basketball pollABC News - Dec. 2 -
Pep Guardiola's unprecedented slide with Manchester City continues; USWNT wraps up 2024 in Netherlands
Elsewhere in the Golazo Starting XI newsletter, can Barcelona bounce back and moreCBS Sports - Dec. 2 -
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 - Nov. 30
