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Swedish media say prosecutors have dropped rape investigation against soccer star Kylian Mbappé
Swedish media say prosecutors have dropped rape investigation against soccer star Kylian MbappéABC News - 6d -
Soccer-Serbia hit with partial stadium closures over supporter behaviour
Serbian fans displayed "racist and discriminatory" behaviour, caused damage to the stadium, threw objects and lit fireworks during a 1-1 draw with Switzerland in Zurich on Nov. 15, UEFA's ...Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Jan. 6 rioter says retired congressman invited him to Trump's inauguration
A Jan. 6 rioter filed a letter showing that a retired Republican congressman invited him to attend President-elect Trump's inauguration in Washington, D.C, next month. Russell Taylor, a California ...The Hill - 6d -
Jim Carrey traded retirement for a paycheck with 'Sonic 3': 'I need the money'
Jim Carrey came out of retirement to reprise his role as Dr. Robotnik in the 'Sonic' franchise because he 'needed the money, frankly.'Los Angeles Times - Dec. 12 -
'A man of integrity': Retired congressman invites Jan. 6 rioter to inauguration
A man who pleaded guilty to a felony for participation in the Capitol riot filed a letter showing he was invited by a retired congressman to attend the inauguration.ABC News - Dec. 11 -
Sports Illustrated takes over naming rights of pro soccer venue Red Bull Arena
Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey, will be renamed Sports Illustrated Stadium.CNBC - Dec. 11 -
HR Professionals Are Clamoring for More Anti-Nepotism Policies Following the Hunter Biden Pardon. Here’s How to Implement One
It’s natural to want to do favors for family and friends. But experts say it’s a terrible business practice.Inc. - Dec. 10 -
Riviera gems: Monaco's renowned soccer academy keeps churning out some of France's biggest stars
Monaco’s strategy of developing young talents who often go on to represent their national sides is bringing both sporting and financial benefits to the French league clubABC News - Dec. 10 -
The Far-Reaching Impact of a Soccer Scandal That Led to Relegation
In 2006, Juventus was relegated and stripped of titles. This week, it will play Manchester City, which faces 115 charges from the Premier League.The New York Times - Dec. 10 -
Bayern retire Franz Beckenbauer's No. 5 jersey
Bayern Munich have honoured club and Germany legend Franz Beckenbauer by retiring his No. 5 jersey.ESPN - Dec. 9 -
Former Man Utd, Portugal winger Nani retires
Former Portugal winger Nani, who won four Premier League titles and the Champions League with Manchester United, announced his retirement from professional football.ESPN - Dec. 9 -
We Tories have lost the professional classes to Labour. Here’s how to win them back | Paul Goodman
In the past 50 years, Britain has changed and so have the voters the party once relied on. To survive, the Conservatives must adapt. Paul Goodman is a senior fellow at Policy Exchange In this ...The Guardian - Dec. 7 -
Lionel Messi Is Voted Major League Soccer’s 2024 M.V.P.
The star’s triumph is the first time that an Inter Miami player has won the awardThe New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Trump and Kushner Help Launch New U.S.-Based Soccer Tournament
The Club World Cup will take place in the United States next summer, and a draw for the games was held on Thursday night.The New York Times - Dec. 6 -
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi picked as Major League Soccer's MVP
Inter Miami star Lionel Messi picked as Major League Soccer's MVPABC News - Dec. 6 -
Why isn't there a chance to crown the best club in women's soccer?
Marta might not have been wrong in saying the NWSL is the world's best, so give us Orlando vs. Barcelona!ESPN - Dec. 6 -
Kidnapped soccer star rescued after shootout in jungle
Soccer player Pedro Perlaza was freed along with another person, authorities said. "They've been badly treated, but they're alive," police said.CBS News - Dec. 6 -
Why Soccer Players Are Training in the Dark
Sports science company Okkulo has shown that its specially lit training environment can improve players’ visual-motor skills—and a growing number of sports are starting to test it out.Wired - Dec. 6 -
Why more Americans are retiring earlier, even when they don't want to
Many Americans consider 65 to be the right age to retire. But according to the Trans-America Center for Retirement Studies, the median retirement age is 62 years old. Dan Geltrude, the founder of ...CBS News - Dec. 5 -
Romanian soccer leader urges fans to keep country pro-European ahead of state presidential election
Romania’s soccer federation leader has urged fans to keep the country on a pro-European path before a state presidential election between a far-right populist and a reformist opponentABC News - Dec. 5 -
Biden-era retirement rule may be in jeopardy after Trump takes office
During his first term, President-elect Donald Trump declined to defend a similar Obama-era Labor Department fiduciary rule in court.CNBC - Dec. 5 -
Professional poker player pleads guilty to massive bettor fraud scheme
Cory Zeidman, 63, was arrested in connection with the $25 million scheme in 2021.CBS News - Dec. 5 -
MLS Commissioner Don Garber talks Apple subscribers, Messi and growth of soccer
MLS Commissioner Don Garber said Apple subscriptions are exceeding expectations.CNBC - Dec. 5 -
Hayes: Retiring Naeher 'greatest' USWNT GK ever
United States coach Emma Hayes said retiring veteran Alyssa Naeher leaves the team as the "the greatest goalkeeper" the country has produced after Tuesday's 2-1 win over the Netherlands.ESPN - Dec. 4 -
Hyde back with Bills, says he'll retire after season
Safety Micah Hyde is re-signing with the Bills on Wednesday to the team's practice squad.ESPN - Dec. 4 -
A Women’s Soccer Star Faced Bad-Faith Attacks. More Are Inevitable.
The N.W.S.L. failed to protect a player who became a lighting rod for hate, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
There’s No Denying That Carli Lloyd Earned Her Spot in Soccer’s Hall of Fame
The soccer star loved proving critics wrong, but almost no one doubted her place among the sport’s elite, a columnist for The Athletic writes.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
Why One of Soccer’s Hottest Prospects Left Arsenal for Manchester United
Chido Obi, who just became the Under-18 Premier League’s all-time record goalscorer, swapped London for Manchester in the summer.The New York Times - Dec. 4 -
London to host only second professional Sumo wrestling contest outside of Japan
Royal Albert Hall will host five-day event in October, after bringing in specialist soil and a strengthened stage the last time it was staged there. London will host only the second professional ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
Retired Louisiana Priest Pleads Guilty to Rape and Kidnapping Charges
Lawrence Hecker, who was indicted last year on charges related to a sexual assault in the 1970s, pleaded guilty on Tuesday just before jury selection for his trial was set to begin.The New York Times - Dec. 3 -
The USWNT reclaimed soccer's mountaintop in 2024. Its next task: ‘evolve’
The USWNT capped an unbeaten first half-year under Emma Hayes with a 2-1 victory over the Netherlands on Tuesday.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 3 -
7 tips from a tax influencer as she approaches retirement at 70
Phyllis Jo Kubey is still on a continuing education journey as retirement loomsMarketWatch - Dec. 3 -
Olympic ice dance champions Papadakis and Cizeron retire
Olympic ice dance champions Gabriella Papadakis and Guillaume Cizeron have announced their retirement following a glittering careerABC News - Dec. 3 -
Exxon Mobil Names Ammann Upstream President as Mallon Retires
The head of Exxon Mobil’s massive exploration and production arm is retiring after more than three decades with the energy giant and will be replaced by a former General Motors executive.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 3 -
Retired New Orleans priest pleads guilty to kidnapping and raping boy in 1970s
Lawrence Hecker, 93, is set to receive a life sentence after admitting to attacking boy in church bell tower. Shortly before a jury was supposed to be chosen for his trial on criminal charges of ...The Guardian - Dec. 3 -
Guinea soccer stadium crush kills 56 people
A controversial refereeing decision sparked violence and a crush at a soccer match in southeast Guinea, killing 56 people, according to a provisional toll, the government said on Monday.ESPN - Dec. 2 -
Guinea stadium stampede kills 56 people following clashes at soccer match
Officials and witnesses say chaos erupted at a soccer game in Guinea after fans protested a referee’s call and thousands of panicked spectators tried to flee the stadium, leaving at least 56 people ...ABC News - Dec. 2 -
Preparing to retire in 2025? Make these 3 smart moves now
A secure financial retirement could be dependent on making these three moves now, before a 2025 retirement date.CBS News - Dec. 2 -
Intel CEO Gelsinger Retires as Chipmaker Names Interim Co-CEOs
David Zinsner and Michelle Johnston Holthaus were named interim co-leaders after the boomerang executive, who returned to the company in 2021, left the top job.Inc. - Dec. 2 -
56 people killed in Guinea soccer stadium disaster following controversial referee decision
Monday's events are the latest in a long line of soccer stadium disasters over the last three decadesCBS Sports - Dec. 2
