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Commonwealth Games Federation calls Victoria’s 2026 exit ‘hugely disappointing’

The 2026 Commonwealth Games were set to be held in regional Victoria.

The Independent UK · Jul 18, 2023

India makes strong case for inclusion of wrestling, archery and kabaddi at CWG's Regional Meet

BRISBANE: Indian Olympic Association (IOA) have made a strong representation for the inclusion of archery, wrestling and kabaddi as regular competitions in Commonwealth Games, at the two-day Commonwealth Games Federation's (CGF) Asia and Oceania Regional Meet which began in Brisbane, Australia, on Sunday.

The Times of India · Apr 23, 2023

Teaching that bridges tech’s gender gap

Anna Brailsford wants Code First Girls to become the world’s first edtech unicorn dedicated to women

Evening Standard · Nov 2, 2022

So what first attracted you to the multi-billion dollar esports industry?

Inaugural Esports Championships come to the Commonwealth Games but it’s hard to think past the oodles of cash

The Guardian - UK · Aug 6, 2022

What should the future of para sport look like at the Commonwealth Games?

While Birmingham 2022 is celebrating the largest para sport program in history, there's still a large gap between wealthy and developing nations. What should true integration look like?

ABC News · Aug 5, 2022

Sophie Unwin receives apology but will still not be given a Commonwealth Games bronze medal

The England para-cyclist had been left in tears after learning she was not eligible for a medal

The Independent UK · Jul 30, 2022

Pride House Birmingham creating safe spaces at Commonwealth Games for LGBTQI+ community, as member nations are pressured to reform

The majority of Commonwealth members still criminalise homosexuality. Pride House Birmingham organisers want that to change.

ABC News · Jul 29, 2022

Tougher to satisfy Indian athletes more than others: IOA acting president Anil Khanna

BIRMINGHAM: The needs of Indian athletes during multi-sporting events are a tad more hard to satisfy than others, Indian Olympic Association (IOA) acting president Anil Khanna said on Thursday, referring to the controversy surrounding Lovlina Borgohain's coach Sandhya Gurung.

The Times of India · Jul 28, 2022

In search of relevance: On the 2022 Commonwealth Games

The Commonwealth Games will get off to a quiet start in Birmingham 

The Hindu · Jul 27, 2022

Can radical changes restore sagging prestige of Commonwealth Games?

The Games found a great host city in Birmingham but are searching for new meaning while the Commonwealth wrestles with its history

The Guardian - UK · Jul 23, 2022