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Luke Donald smiling and holding the Ryder Cup trophy while celebrating with Team Europe teammates
Other

Luke Donald named Europe Ryder Cup captain for historic third stint

Luke Donald is appointed Team Europe captain for the 2027 Ryder Cup in Ireland, aiming to become the first European skipper to win the trophy three times.

Formula 1 cars racing under floodlights at the Bahrain International Circuit during a Grand Prix
Motorsport

F1 monitors Middle East tensions ahead of Bahrain and Saudi Arabia races

Formula 1 bosses are monitoring the situation in the Middle East after an explosion in Bahrain raises concerns for upcoming Grands Prix.

The official 2026 World Cup poster featuring abstract designs in blue, red, and green representing the host nations
Soccer

Fifa unveils official 2026 World Cup poster and host city designs

Fifa has unveiled the official artwork for the 2026 World Cup, including unique posters for all 16 host cities across the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

EU government building beside stacked compliance documents and shield with magnifying glass over scattered coins
Payments, KYC & AML

Malta Gaming Authority Urges Input on EU AML Draft Standards

The Malta Gaming Authority has called on licensees to take part in EU consultations on new anti-money laundering standards. The drafts cover due diligence, transaction criteria, and reporting obligations.

Liverpool manager Arne Slot looking frustrated on the touchline during the match against Wolves
Soccer

Arne Slot admits Liverpool were slow and predictable in Wolves defeat

Arne Slot agrees with Virgil van Dijk's critical assessment after Liverpool conceded another stoppage-time winner in a 2-1 loss to Wolves.

Formula One cars racing around the Albert Park circuit in Melbourne
Motorsport

F1 confirms Australian GP goes ahead despite Middle East travel chaos

Formula One overcomes airspace closures to ensure the season opener in Melbourne proceeds, but doubts remain over upcoming races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia.

Menna Fitzpatrick wearing Team GB kit and ski helmet smiling on a snowy mountain slope alongside her guide.
Skiing

Menna Fitzpatrick targets Paralympic glory after ‘rollercoaster’ year

Menna Fitzpatrick says reaching her third Winter Paralympics feels "special" after overcoming a broken leg and knee injury to compete in Milan-Cortina.

Iran women's football team standing in a line with arms around each other on the pitch in Queensland
Soccer

Iran women refuse to sing national anthem ahead of Asian Cup opener

Iran's players stood in silence during the national anthem before their Asian Cup defeat to South Korea. The gesture follows the death of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei.