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FIFA Plans to Sell Stakes in the World Cup to Private Investors

FIFA confirm highly controversial plans to form FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE), a new body that would oversee commercial rights and operational delivery. It requires private stakeholders and funding. UEFA are strongly opposed, viewing it as FIFA President Gianni Infantino selling stakes in the game.

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Complete Guide to Watching Bilibili (B Station) Overseas

This guide explains why Bilibili is restricted outside mainland China and how SpeedX, a dedicated China network accelerator, can help improve connectivity for a smoother streaming experience.

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CAF Launches an Invitation to Tender (“ITT”) for the Global Commercial Rights

The Confédération Africaine de Football (“CAF”) has launched an Invitation to Tender (“ITT”) for the global commercial rights, including media, broadcast and sponsorship

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Netflix Paid $587 Million in Cash for InterPositive

In a new regulatory filing, Netflix revealed that it paid $587 million in cash for InterPositive, a startup co-founded by actor and director Ben Affleck.

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Spain Beat Argentina to Win 2026 FIFA World Cup

La Roja ended a 16-year wait with a dramatic 1-0 victory over defending champions Argentina after extra time in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final at MetLife Stadium.

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England Beats France to Take World Cup Bronze

In a wild 10-goal thriller in Miami yesterday — France 4-6 England — on Saturday July 18 at Miami Stadium. It was the highest-scoring World Cup game since 1982 and it gives England third place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, their best finish since winning it in 1966.

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Roblox to Allow Users to Design Games from their Mobile Devices

Roblox announced Thursday a new feature called “Build,” allowing users to design games from their mobile devices using AI. The Build feature lets anyone turn simple text prompts into a basic game

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That Every Child Survives, Thrives, and Fulfils Their Potential

Yes, those photos you’ve seen are real. More than 18 years ago, a baby named Lamine Yamal and his mom Sheila met Lionel Messi at a UNICEF fundraising photoshoot.

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Mobile Gamers Experience New Football Adventures With Latest Launch–U4GM

The football gaming world is preparing for another major release as Madden NFL 27 comes to Apple Arcade in August.

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Latest Update Expands Forza Horizon 6 With More Adventures–U4GM

The world of Forza Horizon 6 continues to expand as the July update officially arrives for players on consoles and PC. This latest update introduces new improvements, additional activities, and adjustments designed

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Google and Actor Idris Elba Team Up to Fund AI Access for African Creators

Alphabet Inc.’s Google and actor Idris Elba are teaming up to fund artificial intelligence access for African creators, a roughly $1 million commitment aimed at helping the continent’s filmmakers, writers and artists

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Cape Verde Goalkeeper Vozinha Honoured by Newly Discovered Species Name

Cape Verde goalkeeper Vozinha has received a rare scientific honour after his standout performances at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Spanish biologist and football fan Jesús Ortea has named a newly discovered species of red sea slug

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