'False narrative': Chalmers on Olympic cash debate Saying money has never been more important than ever as a new father, swimmer Kyle Chalmers says he can't blame clean athletes for going to the Enhanced Games. AAP · Jun 11
Olympic chief ‘confident’ LA Games will not repeat World Cup referee fiasco Kirsty Coventry said the IOC will have a taskforce for the 2028 LA Games, days after the World Cup referee Omar Artan was refused entry by US officials The Guardian - UK · Jun 10
Los Angeles 2028 organisers vow to avoid repeat of World Cup visa issues Some officials and staff for World Cup teams have been unable to be granted a visa for the tournament The Independent UK · Jun 10
‘I’m disappointed and I’m not alone’: Matty Lee hits out at Olympic president’s ‘amateur’ stance on pay Retired diver Matty Lee tells Donald McRae about his disappointment at Kirsty Coventry’s stance on athletes being paid at the Olympic Games The Guardian - UK · Jun 10
Enhanced Games nothing more than marketing: McEvoy The Enhanced Games will soon be forgotten by the world of sport, with Australian swimmer Cameron McEvoy describing the pro-doping event as a marketing ploy. AAP · Jun 10
Enhanced Games: what’s the issue? The “Enhanced Games”, which took place in Las Vegas from May 21–24, 2026, allow the use of performance-enhancing substances and technological equipment that are normally banned. They have been unanimously condemned by anti-doping authorities and have been the subject of fierce criticism, particularly in the media. The Conversation · Jun 7
Olympic athletes are being ripped off; they need to be treated better Olympic athletes are being ripped off; they need to be treated better, despite what the IOC president Kirsty Coventry thinks The National (Scotland) · May 31
OLY:IOC say sports cut from Brisbane 2032 could return Sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics could be restored at future Games but IOC chief warns costs must be managed. AAP · May 27
IOC say sports cut from Brisbane 2032 could return Sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics could be restored at future Games but IOC chief warns costs must be managed. AAP · May 27
OLY:Coventry offers hope to cut sports at Brisbane Games IOC president Kirsty Coventry has delivered a special message to leaders of sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program. AAP · May 27
Coventry offers hope to cut sports at Brisbane Games IOC president Kirsty Coventry has delivered a special message to leaders of sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program. AAP · May 27
IndianOil says no nationwide fuel shortage; supply issues at some outlets 'highly localised' Indian Oil Corporation assures no nationwide petrol and diesel shortage, attributing reported outages to localised, temporary demand-supply mismatches. Factors include seasonal harvesting needs, customer shifts from higher-priced private pumps, and increased institutional purchases. The company maintains adequate stocks and is addressing isolated disruptions to ensure uninterrupted supplies. The Economic Times · May 23
The Enhanced Games: ‘dangerous clown show’ or a wake-up call for traditional sport? Las Vegas has always had a reputation for doing things bigger, louder and glitzier than everyone else. On Sunday, May 24 2026 it continues that tradition when the inaugural Enhanced Games take place at a purpose-built entertainment centre at Resorts World, a giant hotel complex on the city’s famous strip. The Conversation · May 22
S&P flags pressure on Indian Oil as high crude prices squeeze margins S&P Global Ratings warns Indian Oil Corporation faces mounting pressure to balance affordable fuel with profitability. Prolonged Middle East tensions are escalating crude oil prices, squeezing margins and potentially impacting IOC's earnings and liquidity over the next year. The agency highlights the challenge of absorbing losses from high crude costs… The Economic Times · May 22
The Independent UK · May 21 Berlin approves Olympic hosting bid for 100th anniversary of 1936 Games staged by the Nazis Germany is set to bid to host the Olympic Games in either 2036, 2040 or 2044
TechRadar · May 19 The athletes who will thrive in a hotter world are already training differently The winning athletes are already using heat to their advantage, because now they have to.
The Economic Times · May 19 IOC shares jump 3% after Q4 net profit rises 78% YoY. Here's what Motilal Oswal says IOC shares saw an uptick on Tuesday after the company reported a 78% YoY jump in Q4 FY26 net profit to Rs 14,458 crore. Revenue grew 7% to Rs 2.37 lakh crore. Motilal Oswal maintained a ‘Neutral’ stance, noting strong EBITDA beat, improved margins, debt reduction, and resilience despite Middle…
The Economic Times · May 19 Petrol, diesel price hike impact: HPCL, BPCL & IOC shares jump 2% each. What lies ahead for the OMCs? Oil marketing companies like HPCL, BPCL, and IOC saw a 2% share increase following a second petrol and diesel price hike in under a week, with prices rising by approximately 90 paise per litre. This move aims to alleviate financial pressure on OMCs amid elevated global crude prices and geopolitical…
The Economic Times · May 15 HPCL, BPCL and IOC shares slide up to 3% after petrol, diesel price hike Oil marketing company shares fell on Friday. Petrol and diesel prices saw a modest increase. This hike aims to ease financial pressure on companies. Global crude oil prices remain high due to West Asia conflicts. Prime Minister Modi urged fuel conservation. Oil Minister Hardeep Singh Puri expressed concern over companies…
International Business Times · May 12 Dr. Thomas Maridada on Advancing Teacher Efficacy to Cultivate Enduring Excellence in Education Literacy remains central to Maridada's educational vision because he views reading proficiency as foundational to every academic discipline.
The Guardian - UK · May 7 Russia’s sporting return on hold for inquiry into official’s alleged role in doping cover-up The World Anti-Doping Agency is looking into allegations that Russia’s head of anti-doping was involved in the covering up of drug test results at Sochi 2014
Euronews · May 7 IOC lifts Olympic ban on Belarus' athletes but Russians still barred from competiton The IOC executive board released a statement saying that it "no longer recommends any restrictions on the participation of Belarusian athletes, including teams."
Dot Esports · Apr 22 PUBG Nations Cup 2026 heads back to Seoul: Kazakhstan, Ukraine, Finland join the roster PUBG Nations Cup 2026 returns to Seoul with 24 nations competing.
The Guardian - UK · Apr 21 The IOC’s decision to protect the female category is a victory for fairness Trans and DSD athletes must be treated with respect, and the new testing regime must be run with sensitivity. But this is a step forward, says Guardian sports writer Tanya Aldred
The Guardian - US · Apr 21 The Olympics’ trans policy polices womanhood Sports bans have humiliated trans women and girls across America. Now, the Olympics joins in