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US sporting power backed by dope-tainted athletes; WADA raises red flag over 'Enhanced Games'
The United States is set to host the Enhanced Games in Las Vegas in 2026, a multi-sport event permitting performance-enhancing substances, sparking ethical and safety concerns. Founded by Aron D'Souza and backed by investors like Donald Trump Jr. and Peter Thiel, the Games offer lucrative prizes for winners and world record breakers.
Jay Shah meets UEFA president Ceferin in Munich
ICC Chairman Jay Shah engaged with UEFA President Aleksander Ceferin in Munich, leveraging the Champions League final to promote cricket's global expansion. This meeting follows Shah's earlier discussion with former IOC President Thomas Bach in Lausanne, highlighting cricket's return to the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics and the sport's increasing international presence.
Neeraj Chopra's journey to 90.32m: Here are double Olympic medallist's best throws
Neeraj Chopra made history at the Doha Diamond League, becoming the first Indian to surpass the 90m mark in javelin throw with a distance of 90.23m. Despite this milestone, he finished second to Germany's Julian Weber. Chopra's previous best was 89.
American swimmer Garry Hall given 10 Olympic replica medals after originals get destroyed during Los Angeles wildfires
Olympic champion Gary Hall Jr. received replicas of his 10 medals from IOC President Thomas Bach after the originals were lost in the Los Angeles wildfires. Hall expressed gratitude for the replacement, emphasizing the importance of solidarity. He won five gold, three silver, and two bronze medals across the 1996, 2000, and 2004 Olympic Games.
Trump ignoring services is a small mercy
While goods trade stagnates, services thrive, aided by technology, though AI poses challenges to some jobs.
NYSE-parent ICE plans to launch battery metals derivatives this year
Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) will launch derivatives in nickel, cobalt, and lithium spodumene later this year, responding to customer demand for hedging products. This move aligns with the strong anticipated growth in minerals essential for electric vehicle production and storage batteries. Other exchanges, including CME Group and the London Metal Exchange, have also introduced similar products.
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Wanyonyi follows up Olympic win with sizzling 800 metres in Lausanne
Kenya's Emmanuel Wanyonyi nearly broke the men's 800m world record at the Lausanne Diamond League, clocking 1:41.11, just 0.2 seconds off the mark set by David Rudisha. Norway's Jakob Ingebrigtsen won the men's 1,500m, seeking redemption after his Olympic fourth-place finish. Chase Jackson of the U.S. won the women's shot put. Jamaica's Rasheed Broadbell defeated American Grant Holloway in the men's 110m hurdles. Botswana's Letsile Tebogo won the 200m.
Neeraj Chopra finishes second in Lausanne Diamond League with 89.49m throw
India's star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, following his silver medal at the Paris Olympics, registered a season-best throw of 89.49 metres at the Lausanne Diamond League in Switzerland on Friday.
After silver at Olympics, Neeraj Chopra takes field in Lausanne in bid for Diamond League title
Neeraj Chopra will return to action at the Lausanne Diamond League, two weeks after winning the silver medal at the Paris Olympics. He aims to reclaim his Diamond League trophy despite a groin injury. Chopra has already secured seven points in the Diamond League standings and needs to finish in the top-six to qualify for the finale in Brussels. The Lausanne event will feature top contenders, although Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem will not compete. Chopra has been training in Switzerland and plans to manage his injury until the season ends.
When will Neeraj Chopra be in action again after Olympics? Golden boy likely to throw his javelin on this date
Neeraj Chopra, India's javelin throw star, will compete in the Lausanne Diamond League on August 22 after winning a silver medal in the Paris Olympics. He aims to qualify for the Diamond League Final in Brussels. Chopra has been dealing with a groin injury, which might require surgery after the current competitive season.
Neeraj Chopra competed with 'low fitness' in Lausanne
Olympic champion Neeraj Chopra expressed uncertainty about giving his all at the Lausanne event due to his injury and lower fitness level. Although he secured his second consecutive Diamond League title, he acknowledged that his performance was not at his best. Chopra plans to compete in Budapest for the World Athletics Championships but may skip a few international events leading up to it.
Seven arrested in Switzerland after violence inspired by French riots
More than 100 people gathered in downtown Lausanne, in French-speaking western Switzerland, on Saturday evening, police said in a statement.
Neeraj Chopra wins second straight Diamond League title in Lausanne
Neeraj Chopra, the Olympic champion in javelin throw, won the Diamond League title for the second year in a row. Despite not reaching the coveted 90m mark, Chopra's throw of 87.66m secured his victory at the Lausanne leg of the competition. Chopra had previously missed several events due to injury but was able to make a strong comeback. He expressed his relief and mentioned that he still has room for improvement.
Neeraj Chopra back in fine form. Watch his winning throw at Lausanne
The Olympic gold medalist's first throw was his best at the Lausanne, and the 24-year-old registered his third career-best effort.
The strange case of eco-activists who invaded a bank dressed as Roger Federer
In November 2018, the activists entered a Credit Suisse branch in Lausanne to denounce the Swiss tennis star.
Swiss-led research team identifies new life-expectancy markers
Geneva, July 28 (IANS) A Swiss-led team conducting research on life expectancy said on Thursday it had identified the largest-ever number of genetic markers that are almost entirely new to science.
Olympics-France's Macron will back Paris bid in Lausanne
OLYMPICS-2024-PARIS:Olympics-France's Macron will back Paris bid in Lausanne
Researchers find how six-legged robots can run faster
London, Feb 19 (IANS) Effecting a breakthrough in making insect-inspired robots run faster, Swiss researchers, led by an Indian-origin scientist, have found a new way by which six-legged insects increase their walking speed.
Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
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Writing, accessing data made easy with new material
London, Nov 27 (IANS) In a first, scientists from Switzerland have developed a new perovskite material with unique magnetic properties that can be used to build next-generation hard drives, making writing and accessing data on them easy.
Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
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Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
SOCCER-SWITZERLAND/RESULTS:Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
UPDATE 1-Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
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Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
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Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
SOCCER-SWITZERLAND/RESULTS:Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
UPDATE 1-Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
SOCCER-SWITZERLAND/RESULTS (UPDATE 1):UPDATE 1-Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
Soccer-Swiss championship results and standings
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