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Wales has become the first football federation to withdraw support for Gianni Infantino’s re-election as FIFA President for the 2027-2031 term, following the cancellation of a controversial plan to sell a stake in World Cup commercial rights. The Football Association of Wales cited governance failures as the reason for its decision.
A 26-year-old man has been arrested in Athens for the manslaughter of British charity worker Elisabeth Jane Ross, whose body was found in a suitcase on July 18.
Japan and the United States have confirmed a joint intervention to support the yen, which has fallen to 40-year lows. The Japanese Ministry of Finance stated the action addresses excessive volatility, with further measures possible. US President Donald Trump characterised the intervention as a sign of friendship and economic support.
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc has insisted there is no cause for panic after a challenging beginning to the Formula 1 season, where the Scuderia has garnered a mere 17 championship points in the opening two races.
Donald Trump has moved “Liberation Day” to 2 April to avoid association with April Fool’s Day, prompting global governments to prepare for impending tariff announcements.
The White House has said it will impose what they call reciprocal tariffs on roughly 60 of the “worst offenders”.
The UK is amongst some countries facing a baseline tariff of 10%
PGMOL has acknowledged that James Tarkowski’s challenge on Alexis Mac Allister warranted a red card, which should have been reviewed by VAR.
Stock markets in London, Paris, and Berlin fell on Thursday following U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of sweeping tariffs. The UK has been hit with a baseline 10% while the EU has been hit with 20%.
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