
Egypt Climate Bond May Get Vital Guarantee From Asian Bank
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, a multilateral development bank, is in talks to guarantee a climate-related bond being
2023-06-22 23:56

Hog Herds to Shrink as US Farms Lose Money, Smithfield Warns
American pig farmers are losing so much money that some may soon start selling the corn they would
2023-06-22 23:53

Utility’s Mystery 952% Rally Prompts Polish Regulator Probe
The Polish Securities Commission is investigating potential insider trading in the shares of utility EC Bedzin SA after
2023-06-22 23:49

Government and PFA want review of pitch perimeter safety after serious injury
The Government and the Professional Footballers’ Association have called for a review of pitch perimeter safety after a non-league player suffered a serious injury last season. A letter has been sent by Sports Minister Stuart Andrew and PFA chief executive Maheta Molango to the chief executives of the Premier League, the EFL, the National League and the Football Association in a bid to avoid a repeat of what happened to Alex Fletcher. The 24-year-old required emergency brain surgery after he suffered a fractured skull colliding with an advertising board reinforced with concrete blocks in a match for Bath last November. The letter, seen by the PA news agency, calls on leagues and the FA to be more proactive in setting guidance and expectations for clubs in this area, and also to involve players in risk-assessing the pitch perimeter, given they have the best idea of what the dangers are. It asks the authorities to review whether lessons can be learned from the serious player collisions which have taken place and make improvements where necessary to ensure playing areas are as safe as possible. It is believed to be the first letter of its kind between the Government and the union, and the hope is that the timing of the letter – between seasons when stadium upgrades tend to take place – could be advantageous. PFA director of external affairs Ben Wright said: “After the incident where Alex Fletcher was so badly injured, we met with the Minister to highlight what we felt was a lack of clarity over the regulations that are in place to ensure player safety. “Although safety is ultimately the responsibility of the stadium owner, the PFA’s view is that the direction given to clubs in this area is not as strong as it could be. Collectively, football should do everything it can to make sure incidents like Alex Fletcher's don’t happen. This is a step in the right direction and we appreciate the Minister's support. PFA director of external affairs Ben Wright “We’re pleased that the Minister wants to see the leagues and the FA take a bigger role in ensuring player safety. “They are able to give guidance, share best practice and set an expectation that clubs will be proactive in their approach. “As part of that, we want clubs to work with players to identify potential risk factors that those who aren’t on the pitch every week might not necessarily see. “It’s the time of the year where clubs take the opportunity to do work on stadiums ahead of the new season, so it’s a good opportunity for them to think about this. “Collectively, football should do everything it can to make sure incidents like Alex Fletcher’s don’t happen. This is a step in the right direction and we appreciate the Minister’s support.” Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live CAS: Impossible to put timescale on final decision in Kamila Valieva doping case Ellyse Perry a thorn in England’s side as rain leads to early tea on opening day Wrexham to host former finalists Wigan on Carabao Cup return
2023-06-22 23:47

NBA Draft Rumors: Marcus Smart trade grade, Tobias Harris rumblings, Scoot-Blazers
NBA Draft Rumors: Marcus Smart traded from Celtics to GrizzliesIn a late-night shocker, the original trade which sent Kristaps Porzingis to the Boston Celtics was voided at the last minute. Porzingis is coming off his best -- and perhaps more importantly -- healthiest season in quite some time. He...
2023-06-22 23:15

Rocco Baldelli Ejected By Extremely Unimpressed Umpire
VIDEO: Rocco Baldelli had to argue a strike which earned him an ejection.
2023-06-22 22:58

Fed's Powell tells Senate Democrats inflation hardest on working families
By Howard Schneider and Ann Saphir WASHINGTON U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on Thursday defended the likely
2023-06-22 22:56

Deloitte Resigns as Auditor for Byju’s on Filings Delay
Deloitte Haskins & Sells resigned as auditors to Think & Learn Pvt., better known as Byju’s, citing a
2023-06-22 22:48

Goldman Adds to Calls on Overvalued Mexico Peso After Rally
The Mexican peso is looking increasingly overvalued, according to Goldman Sachs Group Inc, after a stunning rally that
2023-06-22 22:46

Wrexham to host former finalists Wigan on Carabao Cup return
Wrexham will host former finalists Wigan on their return to the Carabao Cup. The Welsh side, who will be participating in the competition for the first time since 2007-08 following their promotion to League Two, were paired with the 2006 runners-up in Thursday’s first-round draw. Notts County, who came up from the National League along with Wrexham, were handed a home tie against Lincoln. Leicester, Leeds and Southampton must play in the first round following their relegation from the Premier League. Leeds will host Shrewsbury, the Foxes will head across the midlands to Burton and Southampton will travel to Gillingham. The ties will be played in the week beginning August 7. The first-round draw, featuring sides from the Championship, League One and League Two, was split into northern and southern sections. The majority of top-flight sides will enter in the second round with those involved in European competitions going straight through to the third round. Read More Charity boss speaks out over ‘traumatic’ encounter with royal aide Ukraine war’s heaviest fight rages in east - follow live
2023-06-22 22:29

First on CNN: Bill would give Biden new powers to prepare for the next pandemic
The Covid-19 pandemic exposed caused a frantic scramble for masks, respirators and other gear to fight the virus. Now, a bipartisan effort in Congress is attempting to ease US reliance on countries like China for critical medical supplies, before the next disaster.
2023-06-22 22:26

IMF Touts $100 Billion for Poorest, Zambia Deal: Paris Update
The International Monetary Fund confirmed rich countries have channeled $100 billion to finance lending for the world’s poorest
2023-06-22 22:19