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abcnews.go.comsports3 hrs ago
2026 Open Championship Purse Rises to Record $17.75 Million
Tournament officials announced Tuesday that the winner at Royal Birkdale will receive $3.2 million. The total purse increased by $500,000 from 2025.
abcnews.go.compolitics4 hrs ago
Patrick Reed Leads European Tour Race to Dubai Ahead of McIlroy After Recent Wins
Patrick Reed holds the top spot in the European tour standings after recent victories. He decided against renewing his LIV Golf contract following a win in Dubai. Reed is positioned to earn a PGA Tour card for 2027.
espn.co.uksports4 hrs ago
World Cup Players Gain Instagram Followers as U.S. Team Exits Round of 16
Data from June 1 to July 13, 2026, show large follower increases for several players still active in the tournament. U.S. players and team searches also rose sharply on TikTok.
citizen.co.zasports5 hrs ago
Spain to Face France in World Cup Semi-Final
Spain will play France on Tuesday in a World Cup semi-final. Senegal's Football Federation held its first press conference after dismissing head coach Pape Thiaw. Didier Deschamps said Spain are the favourites to win the tournament.
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sbs.com.ausports6 hrs ago
FIFA Lifts Folarin Balogun Ban After White House Contact
GB News reported that FIFA suspended Folarin Balogun's one-match ban less than 24 hours before the United States faced Belgium in the World Cup last 16. Balogun started the match, which the United States lost 4-1. He scored three goals in the tournament.
espn.co.uksports9 hrs ago
Peru sees modest rise in Erling Haaland baby names after Norway’s 2026 World Cup run
Euronews reported that Peru's civil registry saw increased use of the name Erling Haaland following Norway's run in the tournament. The trend reflects how World Cup performances influence naming choices in the country.
The Guardianscience9 hrs ago
Laos Shops Sell Ivory and Pangolin Scales to Chinese Tour Groups
The Guardian gained access to multiple shops in Laos offering illegal wildlife products including pangolin scales, ivory and tiger bones. The findings point to rising trade linked to Chinese tourism and the Laos-China railway.
news.sky.comsports9 hrs ago
Three Riders Withdraw From Tour de France After Concussion Diagnoses
Clement Berthet, Alex Molenaar and Torstein Traeen left the race following crashes in the opening stages. Eight riders have abandoned the event since it began in Barcelona on July 4.
Yonhapworld13 hrs ago
Princess Anne Visits HD Hyundai Shipyard in Ulsan on Three-Day South Korea Trip
Britain's Princess Anne toured HD Hyundai Heavy Industries Co.'s facility in Ulsan on July 14 to review shipbuilding capabilities. The visit formed part of a three-day trip with her husband, Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence.
sbs.com.ausports4 hrs agoUpdated
France and Spain Meet in 2026 World Cup Semifinal at AT&T Stadium
France and Spain, the top-ranked teams in the world, clash Tuesday in the opening semifinal of the 2026 World Cup at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Spain has conceded one goal in the tournament while France features attackers Kylian Mbappé and Ousmane Dembélé.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports20 hrs ago
NCAA Women's Basketball to End Conference Protection for Top Seeds Starting in 2027
The NCAA will place the top 16 teams in the women's basketball tournament according to their actual seeds beginning in 2027. The shift ends the prior practice of separating multiple teams from the same conference into different regions.
espn.comsports23 hrs ago
England Reaches 2026 World Cup Semi-Finals Under New Head Coach
England advanced to the semi-finals of the 2026 World Cup after hiring a new head coach with the stated goal of winning the tournament. The team is scheduled to face Argentina next.
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en.antaranews.comsports1 day ago
Open Championship 2026 tee times set for first two rounds at Royal Birkdale
The 154th Open Championship begins Thursday with first-round tee times starting at 1:35 a.m. ET. Pairings for the first 36 holes were released by tournament officials.
rt.comworld1 day ago
U.S. Treasury Sanctions Cuba Tourism Ministry and Two State Firms
The Treasury Department imposed sanctions on Cuba's Ministry of Tourism, GEMAR, and GECOMEX on Monday. Companies have until August 12 to end existing contracts.
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theconversation.compolitics1 day ago
World Cup tourism jobs in U.S. fell 21,000 in May and June
FIFA had projected the tournament would create 185,000 full-time jobs. Instead, leisure and hospitality employment declined over the two months.
americanbanker.compolitics1 day ago
Sen. Jim Banks to Introduce Citizenship Act on Birthright Citizenship
Sen. Jim Banks will introduce the Citizenship Act Monday afternoon to end birthright citizenship for children of unauthorized immigrants and birth tourists. The bill defines such entrants as invaders under federal law and references a recent Supreme Court concurrence.
winnipegfreepress.comscience1 day ago
Water Lettuce Covered 70 Percent of El Salvador Lake in 2025
The Guardian reported that invasive water lettuce blanketed nearly 70 percent of Lake Suchitlán by August 2025, triggering a fish die-off and forcing fishers to seek other work. Tourism declined as the water turned opaque and foul-smelling. No official explanation has been issued…
Abc Newsworld1 day ago
Bodies of 15 Indian tourists killed in Vietnam boat capsizing returned home
The remains of 15 Indian tourists who died when a speedboat capsized off southern Vietnam last week are being flown to India. Officials said the boat overturned near the shore shortly after leaving an island near Phu Quoc.
eonline.comsports1 day ago
VAR Reviews Disallow Goals and Issue Cards as FIFA Moves Officials into Stadiums
Multiple goals have been disallowed and cards issued after video reviews in the tournament. nypost.com reported on specific incidents and procedural changes by FIFA.
sports2 days ago
Noskova defeats Zverev in four sets to win women's title
Linda Noskova beat Alexander Zverev in four close sets. The match concluded the women's championship at the tournament.
Le Mondeworld2 days ago
Tour de France shortens ninth stage by 30 km due to heatwave
Tadej Pogacar called for a complete overhaul of the Tour de France schedule after the ninth stage on July 12. The Slovenian rider said racing should avoid July and August in hot regions. Le Monde reported the stage had been shortened due to extreme temperatures.
abcnews.go.comsports2 days ago
Wimbledon 2026 Draws Celebrity Visitors Including Princess Catherine and Martina Navratilova
ESPN reported that dozens of actors, athletes and public figures visited the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club during the 2026 Wimbledon Championships. Princess Catherine appeared on multiple days across both weeks of the tournament.
news.sky.compolitics2 days ago
Mick Jagger Says Concerts Should Focus on Entertainment, Not Politics
Mick Jagger stated during a New York Times podcast interview that performers should focus on giving audiences the best time possible rather than delivering political messages. His comments followed questions about Bruce Springsteen's repeated criticisms of President Trump on tour…
bleedingcool.comworld2 days ago
Star Wars Exhibition to Premiere in Philadelphia in 2027
The 18,000-square-foot show opens Feb. 13 at the Franklin Institute and runs through Sept. 6 before a five-year North American tour. It features more than 70 artifacts from the Lucasfilm archives.
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benzinga.comsports3 days ago
Aaron Wise Shares Mental Health Struggles in PGA Tour Video on July 11 2026
Aaron Wise described his 2023 decision to step away from golf in a PGA Tour video posted July 11. He has posted improved results in recent 2026 events after limited play in prior seasons.
politics2 days agoUpdated
15 Tourists Die as Speedboat Capsizes Off Vietnam
A speedboat carrying 32 Indian tourists and four crew members overturned near Hon May Rut Ngoai Island on July 11, killing 15. Twenty-one people were rescued from the vessel operated by Ocean Pear Island Company.
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news.sky.comsports2 days agoUpdated
Tim Merlier Wins Tour de France Stage Eight in Bunch Sprint
Belgian rider Tim Merlier took victory in the eighth stage of the Tour de France on July 11 after a flat 180.4 km ride from Périgueux to Bergerac. He launched his winning move in the final 400 metres to secure his second consecutive stage win.
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kpbs.orgtechnology3 days ago
US Leisure and Hospitality Jobs Drop 21,000 in Two Months After World Cup Start
Employment in the sector fell despite the June 11 opening of the tournament in 11 host cities. FIFA had forecast the equivalent of 185,000 full-time jobs from the event.
jns.orgsports3 days ago
Messi and Mbappé Tied With Eight Goals Each at 2026 World Cup
Lionel Messi and Kylian Mbappé top the Golden Boot standings at the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup. The race pits Adidas-sponsored Messi against Nike-backed Mbappé and others amid an expanded tournament format.
abcnews.go.comsports3 days ago
Princess of Wales to attend Wimbledon Ladies' Singles final
The Princess of Wales will attend the ladies' singles final at Wimbledon this afternoon. Kensington Palace confirmed the appearance, which marks her second visit to the tournament this year.
winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days ago
Rory McIlroy Projected to Play 14 PGA Tour Events in 2026
McIlroy is making his 10th start of the year at the Genesis Scottish Open. He has told the PGA Tour he expects to fall one event short of the 15-event minimum.
time.comsports3 days agoUpdated
Norway Advances to 2026 World Cup Quarterfinals
Norway defeated Ivory Coast and Brazil to reach the quarterfinals. The team will face England on Saturday. Erling Haaland scored seven goals in the tournament.
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sbs.com.ausports4 days ago
Argentina Overcomes 2-0 Deficit to Beat Egypt 3-2 in World Cup Last 16
The reigning champions scored three times in the final 13 minutes in Atlanta to advance. Egypt's football association called for the referee to be banned from the tournament.
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abcnews.go.compolitics4 days ago
Retired Judges Tour Midwest Towns to Promote Judicial Independence
A group of retired judges completed a four-day bus tour through Pennsylvania, Ohio, and Michigan. They spoke in public venues about the importance of judicial independence and public confidence in courts. The tour marked the nation's 250th anniversary.
sbs.com.ausports3 days agoUpdated
Tim Merlier Wins Tour de France Stage Seven in Bunch Sprint Finish
Belgian rider Tim Merlier took victory on the 175.1 km flat stage from Hagetmau to Bordeaux on July 10, 2026. Tadej Pogacar retained the overall lead after the seventh stage.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports3 days agoUpdated
Scottie Scheffler Misses Cut at 2025 Genesis Scottish Open, Ending 78-Event Streak
Scottie Scheffler shot 68 and 72 to finish even par at the 2025 Genesis Scottish Open, below the projected 2-under cut line. The result ends his 78-event made-cut streak on the PGA Tour.
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+5abcnews.go.comsports3 days agoUpdated
Australian teenager reaches Wimbledon boys' final
Cruz Hewitt defeated 11th-seeded Thijs Boogaard in straight sets to advance to the Wimbledon junior boys' final. The 17-year-old has not dropped a set in the tournament and will face a 16-year-old American qualifier on Sunday.
indianexpress.comsports4 days ago
India and Australia launch sports collaboration roadmap at Melbourne Cricket Ground
Prime ministers from both countries visited the Melbourne Cricket Ground to announce expanded sporting ties. The agreement covers cricket events, Australian rules football growth, and broader trade and tourism links.
Yonhapsports4 days ago
KSOC Subcommittee to Decide Next Week Whether to Hear Pai Chai High School's Appeal of Six-Month Ban
A Korean Sport & Olympic Committee subcommittee will meet Tuesday to determine whether to schedule Pai Chai High School's appeal of a six-month baseball ban on July 20. The ban followed chants by Pai Chai players during a late June tournament game in Seoul.
globalnews.cabusiness4 days ago
Survey finds 72% of Japanese accommodations understaffed
A government white paper released Friday reported that 72.2% of 522 surveyed lodging facilities experienced labor shortages. Midsize properties reported the highest rate at 77.1%. Officials said addressing the shortages is needed to support sustainable tourism growth.
matcha-jp.compolitics4 days ago
Exhibition of 30 Japanese women photographers opens in Tokyo
A show featuring 200 works by Japanese women photographers opened July 4 at Hikarie Hall in Shibuya. The exhibition expands an earlier international tour and adds four photographers to the roster. Twenty of the featured artists attended the preopening.
abcnews.go.comsports4 days ago
Men's NCAA Tournament Expands to 76 Teams, Adds Wichita as Opening-Round Host
The NCAA selected Wichita, Kansas, to host six opening-round games in 2027 and 2028 alongside Dayton. The expansion from 68 to 76 teams begins in 2027.
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winnipegfreepress.comsports5 days ago
Bids Submitted for Combined U.S. Rights to 2030 and 2034 World Cups After Record 2026 Audiences
The ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup has drawn record U.S. viewership, prompting major media and tech firms to eye a combined English- and Spanish-language rights package for the next two tournaments. Fox and Comcast hold current rights but face financial hurdles from recent deals.
abcnews.go.comworld5 days ago
Hungarian Court Sentences Irish Citizen to 14 Years for 2024 Killing of U.S. Tourist
A Hungarian court convicted an Irish citizen of killing an American tourist during a sexual encounter and sentenced the defendant to 14 years in prison. The court found the defendant guilty of the 2024 offense and ordered the prison term.
nypost.comworld5 days ago
Jonas Brothers Add Third Madison Square Garden Concert
The Jonas Brothers announced a third concert at Madison Square Garden for their 'Burning Up All Over Again' residency. The shows will take place August 20-22 and recreate the 2008 'Burning Up Tour' setlist.
Le Mondesports5 days ago
Pogacar Wins Tour de France Stage 6, Reclaims Yellow Jersey
Tadej Pogacar won the 186 km sixth stage from Pau to Gavarnie-Gèdre on July 9, 2026, finishing 2 minutes 38 seconds ahead of Jonas Vingegaard. He reclaimed the overall lead by 2 minutes 42 seconds after attacking on the Col du Tourmalet.
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New York Postsports5 days ago
UCLA men’s basketball adds 17-year-old Serbian forward Nikola Kusturica
The UCLA men’s basketball team signed 17-year-old Serbian forward Nikola Kusturica, who agreed to a NIL package and is expected on campus in August. Kusturica averaged 20 points, 7.7 rebounds, 3.4 assists, 2.1 steals and 1.8 blocks at the 2025 FIBA Under-16 Eurobasket tournament.
sports5 days ago
Karolina Muchova reaches finals at both Roland Garros and Wimbledon
Karolina Muchova advanced to the finals at both Roland Garros and Wimbledon between 2023 and 2026. The achievement covers the two major grass and clay-court Grand Slam tournaments.
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forbes.comsports5 days ago
Esports World Cup 2026 Relocates to Paris After Regional Concerns
The Esports World Cup 2026 will run in Paris from July 6 to August 23 after organizers moved the event from Riyadh. The Paris Expo Porte de Versailles will host the seven-week tournament and Fan Fest.
news.sky.compolitics5 days ago
Saudi Esports Tournament Opens in Paris for Seven Weeks
The Esports World Cup began in Paris on July 8 with an opening ceremony at La Seine Musicale. The event runs through August 23 and features nearly $75 million in prize money across 24 games.
New York Postsports5 days ago
U.S. men's national team eliminated from World Cup after 4-1 loss to Belgium
Christian Pulisic posted on Instagram two days after the United States exited the 2026 World Cup. He described the tournament as a moment that will last a lifetime but said the team's performance was not good enough.
Washington Examinerpolitics5 days ago
California governor starts national tour after 2028 poll shifts
The governor starts a multi-state trip Thursday to visit Nevada and Southern states. Recent betting market data show his 2028 nomination odds have declined while other candidates have risen.
news.sky.comsports5 days ago
Jordan Henderson Has Wrist Surgery After England Win but Returns to Training Camp
The midfielder had surgery on a severe left wrist fracture sustained while celebrating England's 3-2 win over Mexico. He was ruled out for the rest of the tournament but returned to the team camp in Kansas City on July 8.
finance6 days ago
Tall Ships from 20 Countries Dock in New York for Sail4th 250 Event
The Sail4th 250 event ran from July 3 to July 8, 2026, in New York City. It included a July 4 parade of tall ships on the Hudson River and public tours of naval vessels from multiple nations.
sports6 days ago
Dimitrov and Berrettini Hit 128 Backhand Slices in Wimbledon Third Round
Grigor Dimitrov and Matteo Berrettini combined for 128 backhand slices during their five-set match on Saturday evening. Tournament data shows elevated slice usage compared with averages for both men and women.
Forbessports6 days ago
U.S. media rights for 2030 World Cup open at $1 billion
The 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup has drawn larger television audiences and advertising impressions than the 2022 event. Media companies are preparing bids for the 2030 and 2034 tournaments that could exceed prior deals.
nypost.comsports6 days ago
PGA Tour plans restricted fields for Scottish Open from 2028
The PGA Tour is moving toward a two-tier schedule that will limit eligibility at several events. Rory McIlroy said the changes could affect the character of national Opens.
espn.comsports6 days ago
R&A to Enforce Fan Code of Conduct at 2026 Open Championship After Past Disruptions
The R&A said it will enforce its fan guidelines at next week's event at Royal Birkdale. Organizers expect more than 300,000 spectators. The move follows recent incidents of unruly behavior at major tournaments.
chicago.suntimes.comsports6 days ago
July evaluation period opens for 2027 basketball recruits
College coaches begin two weeks of in-person scouting at shoe-company tournaments and grassroots events. The period follows a season in which several freshmen ranked among the nation's top players.
sports6 days ago
Arthur Fery reaches Wimbledon quarter-finals as Novak Djokovic advances to semi-finals
The 23-year-old British wildcard defeated Grigor Dimitrov to become the lowest-ranked quarter-finalist at the tournament in 14 years. Novak Djokovic beat Felix Auger-Aliassime in the longest Wimbledon quarter-final on record before facing Jannik Sinner.