None more deserving of FIFA Peace Prize than Trump, says White House
MELBOURNE, April 29 : The White House has hit back at critics of Donald Trump being awarded the FIFA Peace Prize, saying there is none more deserving than the U.S. president.
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Donald Trump interrupts speech to praise Rory McIlroy’s ‘unconquerable courage’
US President Donald Trump interrupted his speech during a White House banquet to ask Rory McIlroy to stand and praised the golfer for his “unconquerable courage”.
Joel Embiid's 33 downs Celtics in Game 5 to keep 76ers alive - ESPN
BOSTON — Joel Embiid scored 33 points, Tyrese Maxey had 25 points and 10 rebounds, and the Philadelphia 76ers avoided elimination, beating the Boston Celtics 113-97 in Game 5 of their first-round playoff series on Tuesday night.
FIFA increases financial distribution to World Cup participants by 15%
VANCOUVER, April 29 : FIFA will increase payments to teams taking part in the 2026 World Cup to almost $900 million, world soccer's governing body said on Tuesday, citing the commercial success of its expanded flagship men's tournament.
Palestinian football body appeals to sports court over FIFA Israel ruling
VANCOUVER, April 28 : The Palestinian Football Association has appealed to the Court of Arbitration for Sport against FIFA's decision not to sanction Israel over clubs based in West Bank settlements, a senior PFA official said on Tuesday, as visa issues affecting several delegations added to tensions ahead of the FIFA Congress.
IFAB agrees red-card sanction for players covering mouths during verbal confrontations
LONDON, April 28 : Players covering their mouths during confrontations with opponents could receive a red card and players who leave the field in protest at a referee's decision may be red-carded, the International Football Association Board (IFAB) said on Tuesday.
Phillies fire Rob Thomson, name Don Mattingly interim manager - ESPN
The Philadelphia Phillies, off to their worst start to a season in over two decades, fired manager Rob Thomson on Tuesday.
Phillies fire Canadian manager Rob Thomson following 11th loss in 12 games
Canadian manager Rob Thomson, who led the Phillies to four straight playoff appearances, including the 2022 World Series, was fired on Tuesday after Philadelphia lost 11 of 12 games and began the day tied for last place in the majors.