Germany ditching adidas 'lacks patriotism' as leaders erupt in fury over Nike kit switch
German politicians have slammed the German FA (DFB) for their decision to ditch adidas as the national kit manufacturer.
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Berlin says German FA lacks 'patriotism' for dropping Adidas
BERLIN: German football's decision to drop Adidas as its kit supplier sparked dismay in Berlin on Friday (Mar 22), with the economy minister blasting the switch to US sportswear giant Nike as a lack of "patriotism".
In 2023, Respublika Park paid UAH 122 million in taxes and donated tens of millions to charity
In 2023, the capital's shopping mall Respublika Park paid UAH 122.4 million in taxes and fees to the state budget of Ukraine. In addition, Respublika Park, together with the group's partners, donated more than UAH 27 million to charity, including assistance to the Armed Forces of Ukraine and the purchase of medical equipment for the Okhmatdyt National Children's Hospital. These results were made possible thanks to the mall's visitors, who numbered over 15 million last year.
Live updates as Vaughan Gething confirms his cabinet appointments in first full day in Wales' top job
Vaughan Gething has begun the process of appointing colleagues to the top jobs in Welsh politics. He is choosing the ministers who will sit in the cabinet and lead on specific policy areas.
Bank of England holds interest rates at 5.25 percent - what it means for your mortgage
The Bank of England has announced it has frozen interest rates at 5.25 percent. At its meeting today (March 21), the bank's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) voted by a majority of 8 to 1 to hold the base rate as it is, for the fifth consecutive time.
UK inflation falls by more than expected to lowest level in more than two years
UK inflation fell back by more than expected last month to the lowest level in more than two years as the growth in food prices eased for cash-strapped households, official figures have shown.
GMP reveals drink-spiking myths as crackdown ramped up in town centres
Police have revealed the 'common myths' about drink-spiking as part of a week-long crackdown in town centres across Greater Manchester.
Flying taxis could become a reality in two years
The first piloted flying taxi could take to the skies in two years under new government plans.