The German economy has shown a marginal upturn in the first part of the year. The latest figures give some hope that Germany may be escaping the economic doldrums.

U.S. Soccer and the Mexican Football Federation (FMF) have withdrawn from the 2027 Women’s World Cup bidding process. The two federations were one of three finalists to host the competition but will now turn their attention to bidding for the 2031 edition.

Josh Paul resigned from a senior position at the US State Department back in October to protest the US position vis-à-vis Israel's war in Gaza.