The law will require municipalities to apply funding criteria to private sports schools as well, but Sigulda rejects the equal approach
The municipality of Sigulda has rejected a demand from residents to fund a private football school on the same principles as municipal sports schools, amid concerns of political reluctance to address the issue.
Rae Sports School, winners of the main round, ended up without a medal in the Baltic League
Rae Spordikool, despite winning the main round in the Baltic Women's Volleyball League, finished the season without a medal after losing to RSU of Latvia.
Skiing to school in 35 degrees below zero - now Vasaloppet awaits for Riitta-Leena, 74 years old
Riitta-Leena Karlsson, a 74-year-old skier, is preparing to participate in the Vasaloppet, aiming to finish the race alive after a childhood of skiing long distances to school in Finland.
Rico Salmela, 18, moved to Spain and put everything on one card - 'School can wait until later'
Rico Salmela, an 18-year-old from Finland, has relocated to Spain to compete in Moto3 racing, significantly committing to his sports career while putting his education on hold.
Chess at the SCG? Lofty ambitions touted as world champion visit
Five-time World Chess Champion Viswanathan Anand believes Australia is on the verge of becoming a prominent chess nation, particularly impressed by the engagement of school children in the sport.
Ministry of Education: Electronic registrations for Kindergartens and Primary Schools start from March 2
From March 2, 2026, electronic registrations for public Kindergartens and Primary Schools in Greece will begin for the 2026-2027 school year, as announced by the Ministry of Education, Religions, and Sports.
PGA Tour winner Max Homa opens up on dealing with chronic skin condition
Max Homa, a six-time PGA Tour winner, shares his challenges with seborrheic dermatitis, a chronic skin condition he has experienced since high school.
Miikka Muurinen confirmed departure from a major European club: it was a tough school
18-year-old Finnish basketball talent Miikka Muurinen confirmed his departure from the European powerhouse Partizan Belgrade, viewing the experience as a valuable learning opportunity rather than a setback.
Subsidies for School Uniforms? The Cost of Buying Regular and Sports Uniforms Exceeds the Price of the Uniforms
There's growing concern in South Korea over school uniform costs, as parents argue that government subsidies are not sufficient to cover both regular and sports uniforms.
Rosas de Ouro fires Carnival Commission after relegation to Access Group 1
The samba school Rosas de Ouro has dismissed its Carnival Commission following a poor performance leading to its relegation to Access Group 1.
Florida Senate passes 'Teddy Bridgewater Bill' allowing coaches to use personal funds for student welfare
The Florida Senate has passed the 'Teddy Bridgewater Bill,' enabling coaches to use personal finances for student welfare initiatives, addressing past issues with coach support funding.
NSSF boosts school sports leadership
The Nigeria School Sport Federation hosted a seminar aimed at enhancing the leadership and management skills of state coordinators involved in school sports across the country.
Viral success for Karlstad school's curling rink
A school in Karlstad, Sweden has gained viral attention for its backyard curling rink populated by enthusiastic students inspired by recent Olympic success.
Olympic final? Indra Brown's still got maths homework to do
16-year-old Indra Brown balances her Olympic competition success with her school homework as she prepares for the final in Livigno.
New guide: should schools also purchase drawing tools and skis?
Estonian schools are questioning whether they should purchase additional educational supplies such as drawing tools and sporting equipment, following new guidance from the Ministry of Education.
Court storm turns hectic as coach smacks fan's phone; school apologizes for forcing 'reactive situation'
An incident occurred during a court storm after Iowa defeated Nebraska, where a student confronted Nebraska's coach, Fred Hoiberg, leading to Ken Hoiberg smacking the student's phone.
Emil (20) is one of three in Trøndelag doing this during school hours
Emil Sæther, a 20-year-old student from Trøndelag, balances his education with competitive curling and aims for the Olympics.
Daily Summary of JN: Viradouro is the Carnival Champion of Rio with a Tribute to the Battery Master; UEFA Opens Investigation into Racism Case Against Vinicius Jr.
The Viradouro Samba School won the Rio Carnival championship with a tribute to its battery master, while UEFA is investigating a case of racism against Brazilian footballer Vinicius Jr.
Sanwo-Olu unveils Lagos sports trust fund board
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has inaugurated the Lagos State Sports Trust Fund board, advocating for resource mobilization to enhance grassroots and school sports.
The English teacher goes to the cold water swimming world championship
Rubén González, a high school English teacher from Argentina, is set to compete in the cold water swimming world championship in Finland after achieving significant success in previous competitions.
Prevention at School. Starting the Mini Marathon Among Food, Sports, and Health
The Metropolitan Observatory of Milan is organizing a 'Mini Marathon of Prevention' for middle school students to promote health awareness and preventative measures.
Live at 12: Press conference in Tallinn with Solman, Haukanõmm, Kante, and Jesse
A Tallinn press conference will address various topics including the appointment of a new school director and funding for cultural and sports projects.
Shot two, then committed suicide... Shooting during hockey match in the US
A shooting incident during a high school hockey tournament in Rhode Island resulted in at least three deaths, including the suspected shooter, and three others were seriously injured.
USA: Shootings in Rhode Island - Gunman killed two people at a school hockey game
A shooting incident during a youth hockey game in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, resulted in three deaths, including the suspect, and left three others critically injured.
AUTH: The report of the administrative investigation on the incidents at the Polytechnic has been submitted
The Aristotle University of Thessaloniki has submitted the report of an administrative investigation regarding recent incidents at its Polytechnic School to the Ministry of Education, Religious Affairs, and Sports.
'I embarrassed Man Utd while I was still at school – then my career quickly went downhill'
Luke Matheson, known for his goal against Manchester United as a schoolboy, reflects on his descent in football fortunes while preparing for his next cup challenge.
With a golf course and visits to Disney World: This is the IMG Academy, a sports school where supposedly two sons of Mexican drug lords studied
The IMG Academy in Florida is under scrutiny for allegedly admitting the children of Mexican drug traffickers, according to the U.S. Treasury Department.
Sommariva born by the sea and Moioli who has a ski school are the silver couple of snowboarding
Italian snowboarders Sommariva and Moioli have won a silver medal.
Vaaksi School Suffers Defeat After Major Brawl, Veesaar Fell Ill
Vaaksi school faced defeat in a basketball match against St. John's after a significant brawl led to six players being sent off the court.
Sons of drug lords, elite athletes? US sanctions sports school for housing 'heirs' of two cartels
The IMG Academy in Florida faces sanctions from the U.S. Treasury for allegedly enrolling the children of Mexican drug cartels.
Hiroshima's Only High School Rookie Strives at First Team Camp: "I Will Do Both Quality and Quantity"
A high school rookie, Atsumu Nishikawa, is striving at the Hiroshima Toyo Carp's first team camp, the only one from high school this season.
The Explanation for the Swedish Curling Miracle is Found at the High School in Härnösand
Sweden, a small nation in curling, continues to excel in the sport, attributed to tradition, knowledge transfer, and a specific high school in Härnösand.
16-Year-Old Sara Shimizu Finishes 4th: How a Middle School Student Rushed to the Bathroom Before Challenging the Olympics
Sara Shimizu, a 16-year-old snowboarder, impressively finished 4th in the women's halfpipe event at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics after a remarkable journey marked by challenges and growth.
Here, the students cheer on Frida and Ebba in the crazy golden race
Students at Gudlav Bilderskolan in Sollefteå cheer for local ski stars Frida Karlsson and Ebba Andersson as they compete in a 10-kilometer race, resulting in Karlsson winning gold and Andersson taking silver.
Catalonia suspends school, university, health, and sports activities on Thursday due to wind
Catalonia has suspended all school, university, health, and sports activities on Thursday due to strong winds.
In Härnösand shapes the future Olympic medalists - the curling high school delivers
Härnösand's Curling Club has become a leading talent factory for Olympic curling champions since the sport's return to the Olympics in 1998.
7-year-old boy dies after being hit by goalpost at school in Paraná
A 7-year-old boy tragically died after a goalpost fell on him during sports activities at a school in Paraná, Brazil.
Joan Laporta resigned from Barcelona and an old school friend will be the club's president until July 1st
Joan Laporta has resigned as president of FC Barcelona to compete in the upcoming elections on March 15, with his longtime friend Rafael Yuste stepping in as interim president until July 1st.
Carles Puyol, world champion with Spain, shared a morning of football with Aquiles Alvarez, mayor of Guayaquil
Carles Puyol, former FC Barcelona player and 2010 World Cup champion, joined Guayaquil's mayor Aquiles Alvarez to inaugurate a new sports court at a local school, emphasizing the role of sports in community development.
Sports critical to learners’ development – Lagos commissioner
The Lagos State Commissioner for Youth and Social Development emphasized the importance of sports in the holistic development of students during a school sports event.
Rae Sports School secured a semifinal spot in the Baltic League for the third consecutive year
Rae Sports School has secured a spot in the semifinals of the Baltic women's volleyball league for the third consecutive year after defeating the Lithuanian U-18 team.
TÜ/Bigbank fights back from a deficit in the Baltic league quarter-finals
TÜ/Bigbank managed to win against Riga Volleyball School/LU in the Baltic league quarter-finals after initially trailing 0:2.
After the ceiling fell in a hall in Zadar. Rector: The condition of some buildings is catastrophic, but the University has never owned that hall
Following the collapse of the ceiling in the Franka Lisica sports hall, both the University of Zadar and the Agricultural, Food and Veterinary School have expressed serious concerns, emphasizing the absence of injuries.
Acadêmicos do Tatuapé: see the plot and sing the samba
The Acadêmicos do Tatuapé samba school focuses on the struggles of agriculture and land rights in their theme 'Planting to reap and feed,' participating in the São Paulo carnival's Special Group parade.
Finnish skiers to a four-star hotel – Ski jumpers to a military school: "Quite modest"
The contrast between the accommodations of Finnish skiers and ski jumpers at the Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics is significant, with skiers staying in a four-star hotel and ski jumpers in a military school area.
NIL deals keeping top NFL Draft prospects in college longer, former agent says
Former NFL agent Ben Dogra highlights how NIL deals have allowed college athletes like quarterback Dante Moore to remain in school longer instead of entering the NFL Draft, fundamentally changing the landscape of college and professional sports.
Pinnick’s daughter bags four medals in Qatar
Emififen Pinnick, the daughter of former Nigeria Football Federation president Amaju Pinnick, achieved remarkable success by winning four medals at the 2026 World School Games in Doha, Qatar.
Rafael Mini: "A slalom for San Marino, then I go back to school"
Seventeen-year-old Rafael Mini, the sole athlete representing San Marino at the Olympics, reflects on his diverse interests and training journey ahead of a slalom event.
A harsh blow from Serbia: 'What Djokovic is doing is disgraceful. He barely finished elementary school but would lead the country'
Novak Djokovic faced criticism after his defeat in the Australian Open final, where he lost to Carlos Alcaraz, prompting him to send a controversial message to his supporters in Serbia.
The Best Students of the Capital Honored in Riga
On Monday, 95 top students in Riga were honored for high achievements in academics, sports, culture, civic engagement, and promoting the school's image, as reported by the Riga City Council's External Communications Department.