Estonia has once again received the rights to host the checkers World Championship
Estonia has been awarded the rights to host the 2029 World Checkers Championship by the World Checkers Federation due to its past experience in organizing international events.
The dominance of Russia in chess is over. However, it still maintains influence behind the scenes.
The end of Russian dominance in chess has been marked by the absence of any Russian player in the top twenty rankings of the International Chess Federation for the first time since official ratings were established.
North Korea seems to have a spy nest in Vienna. Estonian taekwondo leaders: 'We don't really interact with them'
North Korea's long-standing European Union stronghold, the International Taekwondo Federation (ITF) based in Vienna, is now under increased scrutiny from Austrian authorities.
FMF asserts that 'fake news' about violence in Mexico 'scared' Portugal, Jamaica, and Bolivia
The Mexican Football Federation claims that the spread of false information about violence in Mexico has raised international uncertainty ahead of the 2026 World Cup, impacting teams like Portugal, Jamaica, and Bolivia scheduled to play in the country.
Enyimba, Rivers make top 500 club world ranking
Rivers United and Enyimba have been recognized among the top 500 football clubs globally according to the latest ranking by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics.
The Federation of the Willing Promises Continued Support for Ukraine - Zelensky Seeks Assistance for the Renewal of the Energy System
The Federation of the Willing continues to pledge their support for Ukraine as President Zelensky requests help in renewing the country's energy infrastructure.
'FEF did not manage the request for the CTI with the necessary urgency,' laments Leones FC for not having their full squad to debut in the Serie A
Leones FC expressed its concerns regarding the slow processing of international transfer certificates by the Ecuadorian Football Federation (FEF), which affected their ability to field a complete squad for their Serie A debut against Macará.
Winter Olympics wardrobe blunders saw five female stars banned for their outfits
Five female ski jumpers were banned during the Winter Olympics due to violations of stringent outfit regulations enforced by the International Ski and Snowboard Federation (FIS).
Fedexpor: Ecuador's exports could grow by 6% or 7% in 2026, with adjustments they could exceed 10%
Ecuador's Federation of Exporters forecasts a moderate growth in exports for 2026, estimating a 6-7% increase, influenced by international market conditions.
Swedes caught in the act at the Olympics - this is how they explain it
Swedish ski team faced scrutiny at the Olympics after violating rules during a pre-race practice, resulting in a warning from the International Ski Federation.
Humanitarian situation in Ukraine 'the worst it's ever been', IFRC says
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) has described the humanitarian situation in Ukraine as the most severe it has ever been.
Taylor Swift was the artist who sold the most albums in 2025 for the fourth consecutive time
Taylor Swift achieved the title of the world's highest-selling artist in 2025 for the fourth consecutive year, according to the International Federation of the Phonographic Industry (IFPI).
Beyond Judgment to Management... Olympic 'Trust' Shaken
Issues surrounding fairness in event management are undermining the credibility of the 2026 Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.
Olympic winners rushed to support the Russian athlete
Olympic champion Anastasia Tatalina missed the Olympics due to not meeting the eligibility criteria set by the International Ski Federation.
Viewpoint: Worse is Coming – Now We Must React
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has faced scandals during the Olympics due to its inadequate enforcement of rules during competitions.
Norway's team manager removed for breaking rules
The International Ski Federation (FIS) penalized the Norwegian cross-country skiing team for a breach that occurred prior to the men's relay race at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Aftershocks: Norway Cheated – Ugly Revelations Are Leaking from the Backstage
A report suggests ongoing cheating in skiing competitions, particularly highlighting Norway's violations.
Iivo Niskanen Noticed the Norwegian Cheating – Now There Was a Penalty
The International Ski Federation has penalized Norway for rule violations at the Milan-Cortina Olympics regarding unauthorized movement on the course by their technician.
Controversial Olympian Eileen Gu upset over 'really unfair' Winter Games schedule
Eileen Gu expressed frustration with the tight schedule of the Winter Olympics that limits her training time for events she is competing in.
Norway's Winter Sports: Doubt Rides Along - Rightfully So
Norway's approach to winter sports, particularly in cross-country skiing, has been scrutinized after they utilized a wax machine endorsed by the International Ski Federation (Fis) during competitions, raising concerns among other nations about fairness in the sport.
The scandal continues! Teemu Pasanen is fed up: "Ask the Ski Federation"
Teemu Pasanen, Finland's cross-country skiing team head coach, expressed confusion and frustration over the Finnish Ski Federation's protest to the International Ski Federation regarding the results of a recent sprint competition.
What was Norway up to behind the scenes? Iivo Niskanen speaks out harshly
Iivo Niskanen criticizes the International Ski Federation's favoritism towards Norway after receiving a mysterious yellow card during a relay race.
Comment: Ridiculous sight – the men's relay became a complete flop
The men's relay event at the Olympics in Val di Fiemme was criticized for its low participation and predictable outcomes, highlighting issues in the sport's global appeal and governance.
British skier expressed condolences to Estonia and criticized the IOC. Klæbo became a 9-time Olympic champion
Norway's Johannes Høsflot Klæbo secured his ninth Olympic gold medal amid a backdrop of criticism aimed at the International Olympic Committee and skiing federation over the treatment of athletes.
FIS rejects Finland's protest against Norway
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has dismissed Finland's late protest regarding Norway's use of a controversial ski wax during the Olympic sprint race.
Finnish Ski Association filed a protest due to Norway and USA's waxing team
The Finnish Ski Association, in conjunction with the Olympic Committee, has lodged a protest with the International Ski Federation, alleging rule violations by the Norwegian and USA teams related to waxing techniques in recent classic sprints.
Finland filed a protest with the sprint competition committee
The Finnish Ski Association and Olympic Committee have lodged a protest with the International Ski Federation regarding irregularities in a sprint competition.
Finland submitted a protest!
Finland has filed a protest with the International Ski Federation regarding the judging of a sprint competition involving Norway and the USA.
Norway Given Advantage in Skiing – Now Comes an Amazing Justification
The Norwegian skiing team was controversially allowed to use a wax applicator during the Olympics, sparking outrage among other competitors.
Fury erupts at the Olympics – FIS official states: "What else can we do?"
A significant controversy arose during the men's sprint skiing event at the Olympics, leading teams from Finland, Italy, and Germany to express outrage over perceived favoritism by the International Ski Federation (FIS).
CAS rejects the request of Ukrainian skeletonist Heraskevičs
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has rejected Ukrainian skeletonist Vladyslav Heraskevič's appeal against a decision from the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF) that barred him from competing in the Olympic Games.
Vice President of the International Federation Dambergs: I Previously Didn't Know About the Plan to Disqualify Ukrainian Skeletonist Heraskevičs
Mārtiņš Dambergs, vice president of the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF), expresses his personal disapproval of the disqualification of Ukrainian skeletonist Vladyslav Heraskevič, emphasizing that the decision was made by the IBSF jury.
Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation Board Member Dambergs: I Did Not Know About the Plan to Disqualify Ukrainian Skeletonist Heraskevičs
Martins Dambergs, a member of the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation, expressed his disapproval of the disqualification of Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladislavs Heraskevičs, stating that he was unaware of the decision beforehand.
Ice hockey chief wants immediate return for Russia and Belarus
The head of the International Ice Hockey Federation, Luc Tardif, advocates for Russia and Belarus to resume participation in international competitions.
The International Ski Federation gave the Norwegian team an unfair advantage over others
The Norwegian ski team received an unjust advantage from the International Ski Federation ahead of the women’s 10 km freestyle race, overshadowing important Olympic outcomes.
Gidsel named the world's best for the third consecutive year
Danish player Mathias Gidsel has been awarded the title of world's best handball player for the third consecutive year by the International Handball Federation (IHF).
Finland's skiing chief published a scandalous image – Is this a controversial bottle?
Finland's skiing chief posted a provocative image on Instagram, raising questions related to a ski waxing controversy.
VIDEO: Why was the Russian and USSR symbolism unnoticed? The disqualification of a Ukrainian skeletonist casts a shadow over Latvia
The disqualification of Ukrainian skeletonist Vladislav Heraskevich by the International Olympic Committee and the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation has sparked public outrage and raised concerns about the involvement of Latvian officials in the decision.
The skiing scandal is growing – Lauri Vuorinen is angry: "This hurts"
Finnish skier Lauri Vuorinen expresses frustration with the International Ski Federation over recent incidents during Olympic sprint competitions.
FIS president promised to fight hard for the status of the combined event in the Olympics
FIS President Johan Eliasch pledged to advocate for the inclusion of the Nordic combined event at upcoming Olympic Games, emphasizing the importance of women's participation in the sport.
FIS: Apology
The International Ski Federation (FIS) has apologized for incidents related to the men's cross-country skiing sprint competition where teams from the United States and Norway were suspected of violating waxing rules.
Latvia and Lithuania filed a protest regarding the disqualification of a Ukrainian skeleton athlete
Latvia and Lithuania's Olympic committees have lodged a protest with the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation concerning the exclusion of Ukrainian athlete Vladislav Heraskevich from the starting list for the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Heraskevičs Challenges IBSF Decision in Sports Arbitration Court
Ukrainian skeletonist Vladislavs Heraskevičs has challenged the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation's decision at the Sports Arbitration Court, which barred him from participating in the Olympic Games.
Now speaks Lauri Vuorinen, who has experienced a miscarriage of justice: 'Completely incomprehensible'
Finnish skier Lauri Vuorinen criticizes the International Ski Federation for unfair practices in an Olympic sprint scandal involving Norway and the USA.
Skiing Scandal: Finland's head coach was shocked by the explanation
Finland's ski team raises suspicions about rule violations by Norway and the United States in a men's sprint skiing competition.
The Ice Hockey Federation wants Russia and Belarus to return to international sports as soon as possible
The Ice Hockey Federation expresses a desire for Russia and Belarus to be allowed back into international sports competitions after being banned due to the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Latvian and Lithuanian Olympic Committees Request Clarification from IBSF on Heraskevič Case
The Latvian and Lithuanian Olympic Committees have requested the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation to provide further clarification regarding the decision to bar Ukrainian athlete Vladislav Heraskevič from participating in the Winter Olympics.
Heraskevičs: IBSF and IOC know that the helmet rules have not been violated
Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladislavs Heraskevičs believes that the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation (IBSF) and the International Olympic Committee (IOC) understand he has followed the rules in honoring athletes killed during the Russia-Ukraine war by wearing a helmet.
Lithuania reacts to the removal of a Ukrainian athlete from the Olympic Games
Lithuania and Latvia's Olympic committees have requested clarification from the International Bobsleigh and Skeleton Federation regarding the disqualification of a Ukrainian athlete for displaying tribute images on his helmet.
Einars Fogelis: In my opinion, it is not something that should be punished
Einars Fogelis, president of the International Luge Federation, expressed that mentioning memories should not warrant a punishment, commenting on the IOC's disqualification of Ukrainian skeleton athlete Vladislav Heraskevich for mentioning fallen athletes from Ukraine.