July 22 – With 50 days left until kickoff, FIFA is launching another last-minute tickets sales phase for the 2026 World Cup on Wednesday. FIFA said new World Cup tickets will be released to the general audience with all 104 matches available on sale on a first-come, first-serve…
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I know I’ve harped on the uncertain economic conditions so far in 2026 quite a bit. (It could have to do with the fact that I looked at my 401K and saw it’s performing at -1.36% year to date, after years of upward growth.) But the reason it…
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The Arda Guler form is a silver lining for Real Madrid, who run the risk of finishing a second successive season trophy-less. The 21-year-old Turkish footballer has emerged as a very important player for Los Blancos this season. The Arda Guler form has helped him cement his place…
Read More April 16 – FIFA President Gianni Infantino has reiterated that Iran will participate in the 2026 World Cup in the United States, Mexico and Canada despite a U.S.-led war against the country. Speaking at CNBC’s Invest in America Forum, Infantino stressed the importance of Iran’s participation in the…
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Gaming audiences are more savvy than ever. Where fans once simply followed their favorite game franchises or console makers, they now studiously follow the studios and publishers behind them, tracking announcements, debating creative decisions, and building loyalty to entire portfolios. That shift matters enormously for live streaming, where…
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People no longer trust what they see, and the ad industry hasn’t agreed on what honesty looks like in response. Does an AI-generated background warrant a label? What about a synthesized soundtrack? Or does the threshold only kick in when it’s a human face, a product claim or…
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England’s recent 1-1 draw against Uruguay at Wembley did little for any of the players who featured. It looked as though the Three Lions were set to emerge with a narrow 1-0 victory after Ben White poked home in the 81st minute. In the end, they were lucky…
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April 8 – World players’ union Fifpro and African Leagues have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to enhance African football. The MoU will offer a platform for social dialogue and focus on improved governance frameworks, better labour conditions, and long-term sustainability within national competitions across the continent.…
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Japan is one of the most valuable gaming markets on the planet, accounting for roughly 9% of global gaming revenue despite representing just 2.2% of the worldwide gaming audience. Per capita gaming spend sits at around $807 per person, far above the Asia-Pacific average of $154, making it…
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This story was first published by Digiday sibling ModernRetail Amazon will impose a 3.5% fuel and logistics surcharge on merchants’ fulfillment fees beginning April 17, as rising fuel costs tied to conflict in the Middle East pressure supply chains. “Elevated costs in fulfillment and logistics have increased the…
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