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Crypto

US Credit Unions Join Stablecoin Pilot Program

Stablecore has launched a stablecoin pilot for US credit unions managing about $25 billion in assets. The move follows NCUA proposals on licensing payment stablecoin issuers.

Basketball

Los Angeles Lakers agree record $185m contract extension with Austin Reaves

Austin Reaves has agreed to a record-breaking four-year, $185m maximum contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers after declining his player option.

Luka Modric wearing the Croatia captain's armband while playing in a World Cup group stage match
Soccer

Luka Modric earns 200th Croatia cap to join elite international club

Luka Modric has become only the fourth male player in football history to reach 200 international caps. The veteran midfielder achieved the milestone during Croatia's World Cup victory over Panama.

Other

IOC launches $100m fund to award $10,000 grants to Olympic athletes

The International Olympic Committee has launched a $100m fund to provide $10,000 direct grants to athletes. The scheme begins at the 2026 Winter Games.

Derek McInnes smiling at a press conference after being unveiled as the new Rangers manager
Soccer

Rangers appoint Derek McInnes as manager to pursue Premiership title

Derek McInnes has been appointed as the new manager of Rangers, replacing Danny Rohl. The former midfielder returns to Ibrox aiming to end the club's Scottish Premiership title drought.

Maja Göthberg playing football for Lazio Women in Italy
Soccer

Maja Göthberg wins landmark pregnancy discrimination case against Lazio

Swedish footballer Maja Göthberg has won a landmark pregnancy discrimination case against Lazio at the Court of Arbitration for Sport.

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Soccer

Burnley enter advanced talks to appoint Wales manager Craig Bellamy

Burnley are in advanced negotiations to appoint Wales manager Craig Bellamy as their new head coach following the departure of Scott Parker.

Liam Paro raising his arms in victory after defeating Lewis Crocker in Brisbane
Other

Liam Paro defeats Lewis Crocker to secure IBF welterweight world title

Liam Paro has become a multi-weight world champion after defeating Belfast's Lewis Crocker by unanimous decision to claim the IBF welterweight title.