Football Regulator to Investigate Bad Owners from Next Week
The new Independent Football Regulator will begin investigating unsuitable club owners from 12 December, with powers to remove them. New era for football governance begins.
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World Cup 2026 Draw: Worst-Case Scenarios Revealed
Ahead of Friday's World Cup 2026 draw, we analyse the toughest possible groups for England, Scotland, USA and Australia, and identify a potential 'group of death'. Read the full analysis.
Guardian Football Weekly Wins Double at FSA Awards
The Guardian's Football Weekly and Women's Football Weekly podcasts have both been honoured at the Football Supporters' Association Awards. Discover the details of this prestigious double victory.
Football Matchday Live: Build-Up and Breaking News
Join our live football matchday coverage for all the pre-game build-up, breaking news, and major stories. Share your team's plans and predictions with us now!
Young footballer dies in fake agent extortion scheme
The tragic death of 18-year-old goalkeeper Cheikh Touré exposes a growing crisis of fake agents scamming young African footballers with false promises of professional contracts.
Miss Mexico Wins Miss Universe 2025 Amid Chaos
Miss Mexico, Fatima Bosch, crowned Miss Universe 2025 in Bangkok after a pageant marred by walkouts, falls, and vote-rigging allegations. Discover the full story.
Trump's 'Death' Remark on Democrats Causes Fury
Donald Trump's provocative comments about Democrats and 'seditious behaviour' ignite a political firestorm. Explore the fallout and what happens next. Listen to the Trump100 podcast.
CDC changes vaccine safety page for RFK Jr
CDC website altered to reflect RFK Jr's belief in vaccine-autism link, sparking condemnation from health experts. Scientific consensus maintains no connection exists.
World Cup playoff draw sets dramatic qualifiers
FIFA's World Cup playoff draw revealed challenging paths for UK nations as Wales face Bosnia, Northern Ireland meet Italy, and Republic of Ireland take on Czech Republic. Follow the road to North America.
AI Christmas mural removed after shopper complaints
A controversial AI-generated Christmas mural in Kingston described as 'bonkers' and 'dystopian' has been removed following dozens of complaints from horrified shoppers.
World Cup Play-Off Draw Sets Up Tense Battles
Wales, Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland discover their World Cup play-off opponents. Find out the fixtures and paths to North America 2026.
World Cup 2026 Playoffs: Wales, NI, Ireland Learn Fate
Wales, Northern Ireland, and the Republic of Ireland discover their paths to the 2026 World Cup. The draw sets up potential home finals and tough away trips. Read the full analysis.
British Museum ends tobacco sponsorship deal
The British Museum terminates its controversial 15-year partnership with Japan Tobacco International following government intervention and WHO guideline breaches. Discover the implications for cultural funding.
NFL Wrongly Calls Jameis Winston 'National Treasure'
The NFL faces backlash for labelling Jameis Winston a 'national treasure'. Explore the controversial history that makes this designation so jarring and ill-advised.
Moana live-action trailer sparks whitewashing claims
Disney faces backlash as the Moana live-action trailer shows the lead character with straighter hair, sparking whitewashing accusations from fans. Read the full story.
Tesco's 'Evergreen Tree' Sparks Christmas Debate
Tesco faces criticism for branding a Christmas tree as 'evergreen', sparking a social media debate involving politicians and shoppers. Discover the full story and the supermarket's response.
Celebrity MasterChef viewers slam 'nonsense' new series
Celebrity MasterChef's 20th series faces viewer criticism over simplistic challenges and John Torode's controversial appearance. Discover why fans are calling it 'dumbed down'.
Ireland's World Cup Dream Ends in Swiss Defeat
The Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifying campaign ended in disappointment after a 2-0 defeat to Switzerland. Read our match analysis and what's next for the team.
Black Ops 7 Hits Historic Low Amid AI Backlash
Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 faces historic user rating low of 1.9 as US congressman condemns AI use. Discover the controversy shaking gaming.
SJP's Open Handbag Trend Sparks Fashion Debate
Sarah Jessica Parker's latest fashion statement - wide-open handbags - has sparked controversy. Can the trend succeed despite practical concerns? Explore the debate.
Sky Sports axes Halo TikTok after sexism backlash
Sky Sports has shut down its female-targeted TikTok channel Halo just three days after launch following widespread criticism of patronising content. Discover what went wrong.
Sydney Sweeney: Hollywood's Controversial Rising Star
From box office bombs to political firestorms, discover the nine essential facts about Sydney Sweeney's turbulent rise to fame and why she's dominating headlines.
Premier League table without VAR revealed
A new Premier League table shows how VAR has altered the standings, impacting Arsenal, Chelsea, Spurs and West Ham. Discover the controversial changes.
BBC turmoil: Sir Robbie Gibb at centre of 'inside job' claims
Amid senior BBC departures and an apology to the US President, Sir Robbie Gibb faces 'inside job' rumours. Discover the full story behind the controversy.
Drop Crocs: Britain's Most Divisive Footwear Trend
The Drop Crocs phenomenon has taken the UK by storm, creating fierce debates about fashion and comfort. Discover why this footwear trend is causing such controversy.
Reform UK pulls out of BBC documentary
Nigel Farage's Reform UK ceases cooperation with BBC documentary after controversial Trump speech edit. Party cites lost trust in broadcaster. Full details on the fallout.
Google Maps displays disputed border differently in Morocco
Google Maps displays Western Sahara's border differently for users in Morocco versus other countries. Discover how tech giants handle geopolitical disputes and what this means for digital mapping.
WSL controversy: Arsenal VAR drama, Villa shock Man Utd
Arsenal's controversial win sparks VAR debate while Aston Villa stun Manchester United in thrilling WSL action. Analysis from Women's Football Weekly podcast.
Mark Cuban's Complicated Mavericks Legacy Examined
Did Mark Cuban make the Dallas Mavericks relevant only to leave a rotten legacy? Explore the controversial tenure that transformed then troubled the NBA franchise.
Trump threatens $1bn lawsuit against BBC
Donald Trump threatens to sue BBC for $1bn over podcast content. Explore the legal battle details and potential consequences for media freedom.
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