Donald Trump
‘Maybe he’s a racist’: Trump critical of LeBron James
United States President Donald Trump said LeBron James might be "a racist" when asked if the basketball star is the "best ever" to play the sport.
25 July 2026, 18:55 PM
IOC reject complaint against FIFA chief Infantino over 'political neutrality'
The FairSquare complaint alleges that Infantino has "repeatedly breached IOC's rules on political neutrality by offering his political support for US president Donald Trump".
25 July 2026, 10:10 AM
Trump says Saudi nuclear deal depends on recognising Israel
A nuclear deal between the US and Saudi Arabia was 'totally subject' to Riyadh joining the Abraham Accords, he says
23 July 2026, 18:40 PM
Trump says USA should host another World Cup without Mexico/Canada
Trump also shared that FIFA president Gianni Infantino has approached him about the possibility of the USA and China co-hosting a World Cup in the future.
18 July 2026, 12:25 PM
Argentina President Milei says he won't attend World Cup final out of superstition
Argentine President Javier Milei said Thursday he will not attend the World Cup 2026 final in the United States, preferring to continue watching his country take on Spain from home.
17 July 2026, 19:50 PM
Spain's PM Sanchez to attend World Cup final alongside Trump amid tensions
Spain's prime minister Pedro Sanchez and U.S. President Donald Trump are set to meet again at Sunday's World Cup final, as strained relations between the two leaders over defence spending and the war with Iran continue to simmer.
17 July 2026, 19:38 PM
The business of winning
Sport thrives on uncertainty. Fans cherish the underdogs who topple heavyweights. But while upsets are priceless for supporters, they can be painfully expensive for those who stage them.
12 July 2026, 00:29 AM
Belgium's best rebuttal to power came on the pitch
Belgium did not spend the night trying to revisit those debates. They simply demonstrated that while power can influence headlines, it cannot guarantee outcomes.
7 July 2026, 10:18 AM
Trump confirms he asked FIFA boss for review of Balogun red card
President Donald Trump confirmed Monday he asked FIFA boss Gianni Infantino to review the "horrible" decision to hand a red card to star US striker Folarin Balogun, but said he did not request it be overturned.
6 July 2026, 23:39 PM
War, wealth and a World Cup in Trumpland
The rescinding of USA forward Folarin Balogun's suspension on US president Donald Trump's request shows how much corruption and greed has eaten into the sport's showpiece event.
6 July 2026, 15:30 PM
What is Article 27 of FIFA's Disciplinary Code that allows red-carded Balogun to play?
FIFA will allow United States striker Folarin Balogun to play in their World Cup last-16 clash with Belgium on Monday after suspending his ban for a red card in the previous round, citing Article 27 of the world ruling body's Disciplinary Code.
6 July 2026, 11:30 AM
Trump asked FIFA chief to review Balogun red card: source
Trump called Infantino on Wednesday, the same day that the red card was given, the source said on condition of anonymity. Football's governing body suspended Bologun's one-game ban on Sunday, meaning he can now play in USA's last-16 match against Belgium.
6 July 2026, 03:08 AM
Trump thanks FIFA for suspending USA's Balogun's World Cup red card
President Donald Trump on Sunday thanked football's world governing body FIFA for suspending the red card issued to USA's Folarin Balogun, paving the way for the striker to play in a last-16 World Cup showdown against Belgium.
6 July 2026, 00:21 AM
Happy Fourth of July, America
This year, July 4 marks 250 years of US independence. Happy Birthday, America. But, truth be told, America outrages and frustrates me.
4 July 2026, 15:36 PM
Trump orders powerful quantum computer built by 2028
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday directing the construction of a powerful quantum computer for scientific research.
23 June 2026, 14:31 PM
'Last ride': US says goodbye to Air Force One as Qatari jet awaits
Boeing 747 gifted to Donald Trump by Gulf emirate of Qatar may now be of service
19 June 2026, 08:38 AM
Trump says the Iran deal has been signed and Hormuz will be fully open on Friday
Any sanctions relief to Iran will be contingent on Tehran's willingness to work on nuclear issues
15 June 2026, 22:42 PM
Taiwan says it is an 'independent' nation, after Trump's warning
US President Donald Trump earlier warned the democratic island against declaring formal independence
16 May 2026, 11:36 AM
Can the Xi-Trump summit prevent a new Cold War?
As global tensions deepen, Donald Trump’s China visit tests whether rivalry can give way to strategic cooperation.
14 May 2026, 12:02 PM
Trump heralds 'fantastic future' for US-China as talks with Xi begin
Xi had greeted Trump with a red carpet welcome at the opulent Great Hall of the People with military band fanfare, a gun salute and a host of schoolchildren jumping and chanting "welcome!".
14 May 2026, 08:39 AM