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🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

The funding has been cut, the league is horrified: 'A slap in the face'

The Finnish Electronic Sports Association (Seul) is shocked by the decision to deny it youth organization funding from the Ministry of Education and Culture for 2026.

Mar 21 • 14:16 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

A year later, the shooting European Championship should come to Estonia. Organizers are in a dilemma because of the Russians

The easing of restrictions on athletes from aggressor countries is complicating the organization of international competitions in Estonia according to Meelis Loit, the secretary general of the shooting federation.

Mar 21 • 05:00 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Jelena Välbe must resign from the position of head of the Russian Ski Federation

Jelena Välbe, the long-serving president of the Russian Cross-Country Ski Federation, is stepping down due to the formation of a new, larger organization.

Mar 19 • 20:55 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

President of the Academic Sports Union: Shame is Greater than the Money Amount

The president of the Estonian Academic Sports Union expresses deep shame over a former employee's alleged embezzlement of €70,000, affecting the organization's reputation.

Mar 19 • 16:24 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
Crime & Justice

Former employee of the Academic Sports Federation embezzled tens of thousands of euros

The Estonian Academic Sports Federation has filed a criminal complaint against a former employee for embezzling nearly 70,000 euros from the organization.

Mar 19 • 12:57 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Radical upheaval in Russia – Jelena Välbe's position is being abolished

Jelena Välbe, the president of the Russian Ski Federation since 2010, has announced her departure as the organization is being dissolved in favor of a new sports federation.

Mar 19 • 07:04 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Sports

Morocco knows who really won AFCON - farcical CAF decision can't change that

Morocco argues the outcome of the AFCON Final should have favored them, despite a controversial ruling by the CAF that reversed the score, reflecting discontent with the organization's integrity.

Mar 18 • 11:10 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Former NHL star criticizes Rangers organization for hosting pride night

Former NHL player Ron Duguay criticized the New York Rangers for holding a pride night event at Madison Square Garden, questioning the appropriateness of such support in a family-oriented sports setting.

Mar 17 • 17:01 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
Sports

Windy weather, spring warmth, and a world-class organization – Estonians enter the Biathlon World Cup circuit

Estonia hosts a successful Biathlon World Cup event, showcasing local organization and regional talent while drawing praise from international athletes.

Mar 17 • 10:32 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
Sports

Samuel, 41, was a mascot until everything changed – Now he works in a billion-dollar organization

Samuel Kim, a former mascot, plays a crucial role in the Toronto Maple Leafs during their difficult sequence post-Olympics.

Mar 16 • 18:06 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Alar Eiche stepped down from the presidency of the fencing union

Alar Eiche has resigned as president of the Estonian Fencing Union amid internal conflicts within the organization.

Mar 16 • 11:32 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

INTERVIEW ⟩ The Great Leader of the International Biathlon Union: As Long as Russia is Not in the Game, Estonia's Future Outlook is Better

Daniel Böhm from the International Biathlon Union praised the organization of the World Cup stage in Otepää but noted that this alone does not guarantee Otepää's future in the World Cup series.

Mar 15 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Formula 1: Due to the war in the Middle East, the Bahrain and Saudi Arabian Grands Prix may be canceled and there will be no activity for a month

The Formula 1 organization is considering canceling the upcoming Grands Prix in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia due to escalating conflicts in the Middle East following recent bombings.

Mar 13 • 21:38 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Created by former Webedia employees, NEO aims to become a major player in organizing e-sports events in Europe

NEO, founded by ex-Webedia employees, seeks to establish itself as a key player in the European e-sports event organization industry.

Mar 13 • 08:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Turku Seta's speeches have caused a commotion - Now Seta speaks: 'It wasn't quite right'

Seta, a national human rights organization in Finland, addresses the controversy surrounding comments made by Turku's Seta regarding a sports team's handling of pride events.

Mar 13 • 04:33 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
Sports

Big deal for Finland's MMA star!

Finnish mixed martial artist Omran Chaaban has signed a significant deal with a major international organization, leading him to withdraw from an upcoming fight event in Helsinki.

Mar 12 • 17:37 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
World

First World Cup of Two Flags (21st Note)

The article discusses the unprecedented 2002 FIFA World Cup co-hosted by South Korea and Japan, highlighting the tournament's organization and memorable moments.

Mar 12 • 10:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Crime & Justice

Former employee of the financial department of a sports institution is investigated for embezzling R$ 2.5 million in Salvador

A former financial employee of a well-known sports institution in Salvador is under investigation for allegedly embezzling R$ 2.5 million from the organization.

Mar 10 • 15:28 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Athlete who died at Ironman in Curitiba felt unwell during the cycling stage, says organization

An athlete died during the Ironman 70.3 in Curitiba after experiencing cardiac arrest during the cycling segment, according to event organizers.

Mar 9 • 11:16 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

Bonil's column

There is confidence in the organization to ensure that the 2026 World Cup will be a goal-filled celebration that brings joy back to fans.

Mar 9 • 05:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

This is how the new miracle of Salppu was born

The organization of the Salpausselä ski competitions faced serious challenges in 2021 as the International Ski Federation threatened to revoke its World Cup status.

Mar 8 • 05:45 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

IPC President on Russian Athletes: It Doesn't Matter What They Have Done on the Battlefield

During the opening of the winter Paralympics in Verona, IPC President Andrew Parsons stated that it is irrelevant what Russian athletes have done in conflict, as the organization's mission offers second chances.

Mar 7 • 09:33 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Wants to change the skating sport: – Completely meaningless

Norwegian Olympic winner Ådne Søndrål calls for significant changes in the skating sport, criticizing the current structure as outdated and illogical.

Mar 5 • 15:54 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

A blockbuster deal for a mixed martial arts organization owned by Ronaldo

A rising fighter has joined the mixed martial arts organization WOW FC, part-owned by Cristiano Ronaldo and Elia Topuria, marking a significant move in his budding career.

Mar 5 • 13:45 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
Sports

Hernits on the organization: it is never too many tables

Margus Hernits discussed the preparations and challenges faced during the junior world championships in figure skating, emphasizing teamwork and the extensive setup required.

Mar 4 • 16:47 UTC
🇺🇸 Fox News
Sports

Stephen A Smith calls Zion Williamson a 'food addict,' suggests Pelicans 'encouraged' him to rip NBA star

Stephen A. Smith criticized Zion Williamson's lifestyle choices, calling him a 'food addict' and implying the New Orleans Pelicans organization played a role in encouraging negative commentary about him.

Mar 4 • 16:33 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

The Lottery and Foundation Authority became suspicious of match-fixing after a tip from a monitoring organization

Norway's Lottery and Foundation Authority is investigating match-fixing allegations in football after receiving a tip from an international monitoring body.

Feb 28 • 11:27 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
Sports

Football World Federation: In the Kingdom of King Gianni I

Gianni Infantino, who has led FIFA for ten years, continues to steer the organization through a series of scandals, showing no sign of change as the World Cup approaches.

Feb 25 • 15:34 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Support for Popular Sports Events Allocated 312,000 Euros

The Latvian government has approved the redistribution of 312,683 euros to support the organization of public sports events this year.

Feb 24 • 11:49 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Korea Billiards Federation Ranked First in Sports Organization Innovation Evaluation for Three Consecutive Years

The Korea Billiards Federation has achieved the top rank for three consecutive years in the Sports Organization Innovation Evaluation conducted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism.

Feb 24 • 06:40 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

The medals, the background, the records: all the numbers of Milan-Cortina

The Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina were a resounding success, achieving a historic haul of 30 medals and receiving praise from the International Olympic Committee for their organization.

Feb 22 • 15:36 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
Sports

Miho Takagi, ranked 6th, expresses need for emotional organization: 'I worked hard without breaking'

Miho Takagi finished 6th in the women's 1500 meters at the Winter Olympics in Milan-Cortina, despite already winning three bronze medals in this competition.

Feb 21 • 02:18 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

COB wants to reduce dependence on lotteries and bets, says president

The president of the Brazilian Olympic Committee (COB) expressed concern over the organization's heavy reliance on funding from lotteries, aiming to diversify revenue sources to safeguard against potential government policy changes.

Feb 18 • 02:00 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The Triumph of the Olympics at the Bus Stop

The article discusses the positive reception of the Olympics in Italy, highlighting the enthusiasm of volunteers, athletes, and the effective organization despite some critical outside perspectives.

Feb 16 • 11:08 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
Sports

UEFA President: Russia's Return to International Football is Not Currently Considered

The UEFA President reaffirmed the organization's stance against Russia's participation in international football, which has been suspended since the country's invasion of Ukraine in 2022.

Feb 12 • 15:25 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

KBO League 2026 Season Players Registered: 621, Increase of 24 from Last Year

The Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) announced that a total of 621 players have been registered for the 2026 KBO League season, an increase of 24 from the previous year, with the introduction of an Asia quota playing a significant role.

Feb 10 • 08:05 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
Sports

Bomb in women's tennis: at 44 years old, Serena Williams returns to the WTA circuit

Serena Williams, at 44 years old, is set to make a possible return to professional tennis after being declared eligible to compete by the sport's anti-doping organization.

Feb 9 • 22:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
Sports

The inventors, finally champions

The article discusses how England's relationship with FIFA and the World Cup improved with their successful organization of the World Cup, highlighting preparations including stadium renovations and transportation services.

Feb 8 • 12:00 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Sports

How to ride correctly in Vasaloppet – increased control over cheating skating

The Vasaloppet organization is tightening regulations to prevent cheating in the classic skiing event by increasing monitoring to ensure proper skiing techniques are followed.

Feb 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

FNC's Spectacle in Munich. Here is where to watch two title fights today

The Croatian MMA organization FNC is hosting its biggest event ever in Munich, featuring two title fights aimed at engaging the local Croatian community.

Feb 7 • 11:22 UTC
🇮🇳 Aaj Tak (Hindi)
Sports

U-19 Champion India Did Not Receive Prize Money from ICC, Find Out the Reason... What Did Vaibhav Get?

India's U-19 cricket team won the 2026 World Cup title by defeating England, yet they received no prize money from the ICC due to the organization's policy.

Feb 7 • 03:20 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
Sports

The Ruka Nordic organization model is being renewed - Ruka Nordic Ltd will take overall responsibility for the arrangements

The organizing parties of the Ruka Nordic World Cup event have agreed on a new cooperation model where Ruka Nordic Ltd will take overall responsibility for event organization.

Feb 6 • 15:07 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

"I won't be able to sing the anthem": Ghali falters even before performing

Ghali has accused the organization of the Olympic Opening Ceremony of 'preventive censorship' in a social media post, expressing his frustration about acceptance and rejection in the music industry.

Feb 6 • 04:00 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
Sports

Announcement of 30-member WBC Team ... 4 Korean-American Major Leaguers Join

The Korean Baseball Organization announced the 30-member roster for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, which includes four Korean-American players, while moon Dong-joo was excluded due to shoulder pain.

Feb 6 • 01:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

A Jewish organization advises Guardiola to focus on football

A Jewish organization in Greater Manchester criticized Spanish coach Pep Guardiola for his comments supporting Palestinians, urging him to concentrate on football to avoid inflaming anti-Semitic sentiments.

Feb 5 • 18:56 UTC
🇭🇷 Večernji List
Sports

Božinović replied to critics: 'The government took over the welcome for handball players because the City of Zagreb never canceled it'

Interior Minister Davor Božinović stated that the Croatian government assumed the organization of the welcome for the bronze-winning handball players since the City of Zagreb had properly reported it to the police and never canceled it.

Feb 5 • 12:53 UTC
🇭🇷 Narod.hr
Sports

Božinović: The City of Zagreb filed a public gathering and never canceled it

Interior Minister Davor Božinović commented on the organization of a welcoming event for bronze medal-winning handball players, stating that the City of Zagreb had filed for the public gathering and had never canceled it.

Feb 5 • 11:48 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
Sports

The centuries-old intertwining of war and the Games: the torch lights up in a shattered world

The article reflects on the persistent intersection of war and the Olympic Games throughout history, highlighting how geopolitical tensions continue to affect the spirit and organization of the Games.

Feb 5 • 04:00 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Sports

Puhovski: A bronze would be a great success for Serbs, for Croats it's an average result

Political analyst Žarko Puhovski discussed the government's takeover of the organization for welcoming the bronze-winning handball players, dismissing claims of a coup as nonsense.

Feb 4 • 13:12 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
National & Local

Njonjo: Imagine what frustration would have occurred if Thompson's performance had not happened

The President of the Croatian Parliament, Gordan Jandroković, defended the government's organization of a welcome for handball players that sparked political controversy, asserting it was a dignified event without incidents.

Feb 4 • 10:38 UTC

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