“Trump wants to make FIFA President Gianni Infantino the next UN Secretary-General”
The bromance between the U.S. president and the FIFA president seems to be continuing even after the World Cup.
Thousands of websites taken offline for illegally streaming World Cup matches
The U.S. Department of Justice has taken down or blocked nearly 3,000 websites and domains for illegally live-streaming World Cup matches. In the U.S. alone, more than 1,000 domains were targeted during the tournament. In Colombia, a similar situation occurred, with a comparable number of illegal streams being blocked.
China and Russia conduct joint live-fire exercises in Japanese waters
On Sunday, China conducted live-fire exercises together with Russia near Japan, within the country’s exclusive economic zone. According to the Japanese Ministry of Defense, the Chinese Luyang III destroyer conducted a live-fire exercise off the coast of Okinotori on Sunday, while Japan monitored the movements of a joint Chinese-Russian fleet.
No one knows what to make of the late-night doping tests on Pogačar and Vingegaard
Uncertainty reigns regarding the overnight doping tests on Tadej Pogačar and Jonas Vingegaard, after the International Testing Agency (ITA) had the top cyclists hauled out of bed in the middle of the night—reportedly with the authorization of a French judge. A French prosecutor confirmed on Monday that a judge had approved a request from the ITA, an exceptional step that, according to the law, is permitted only in cases of “serious and consistent suspicions” and where there is a risk of evidence being lost.
Nicaraguan President wants to abolish elections
President Daniel Ortega van Nicaragua zegt dat er in zijn land geen verkiezingen meer zullen komen. De aankondiging moet voorkomen dat de oppositie volgend jaar nog een presidentsverkiezing kan aangrijpen om de macht te proberen te veroveren, nu Ortega’s mandaat op zijn einde loopt.
Top Spanish DJ diagnosed with cancer inspires crowds at Tomorrowland from his wheelchair
Spanish DJ B Jones made an impressive comeback at Tomorrowland after a grueling battle with lymph node cancer. She performed on the Main Stage in a wheelchair, but above all, she demonstrated just how much strength lies in perseverance, hope, and a love of music.
Erdogan fires governor for wearing tight cycling shorts
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has dismissed the governor of Ardahan Province, Mehmet Fatih Çiçekli, following controversy over his cycling outfit. The governor came under fire after photos surfaced showing him cycling in tight leggings and athletic wear. The incident has sparked fierce criticism in Turkey.
Problems with Qatar’s gift after all
Donald Trump has admitted that his new Air Force One, an aircraft he received from Qatar last year, is being temporarily grounded for additional upgrades. According to Trump, the plane must be modified again within about a month to upgrade it “as much as possible.”
50 Days of “Flamingo Revolution” against Trump Family, Prime Minister, and Construction of a Luxury Resort
On Sunday, protests took place in Tirana for the 50th consecutive day against a controversial real estate project on the Albanian coast. The protesters are now not only demanding that the plans be halted, but are also calling for Prime Minister Edi Rama to resign.
New York Mayor considers arresting Netanyahu during UN Summit
New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani is looking into whether the city’s police department can arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu if he attends the UN Summit in September. In an interview with The New York Times, Mamdani said he is discussing the matter with the city’s legal team.