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ASTM International Standard for inflatable attractions to be adopted into 2024 International Fire Code
An ASTM International standard practice for inflatable amusement devices, published by the amusement rides and devices committee (F24), will be adopted into the 2024 International Fire Code…
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Brisbane Olympic bid secures 72 of IOC member’s 77 votes for 2032 Games hosting
The vote by members of the International Olympic Committee to elect Brisbane 2032 as host of the Games of the XXXV Olympiad saw the bid receive 72 yes and five no votes from 77 valid votes…
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New Centre for Sport and Human Rights looks to address global sport’s human rights crisis
A new global body that aims to ensure all stakeholders in sport have their human rights respected, protected and promoted has been established. Granted the status of being an independent…
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27 officials punished over Chinese cross-country marathon event at which 21 people died
China authorities have reportedly punished 27 government officials deemed responsible for the deaths of 21 people during a mountain marathon cross-country race last month. The deaths…
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Peloton recalls treadmills in the US and UK after child’s death
Exercise media company Peloton has announced that it is recalling over 100,000 of its treadmills in the USA and UK following their alleged link to the death of a six-year-old child. The…
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Chinese Football Association disqualifies six clubs over financial problems
The Chinese Football Association (CFA) has disqualified six clubs from taking part in its professional leagues for the 2021 season, as a result of financial problems. Following years of…
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CAS finds Asian Football Confederation guilty of discrimination, interference and denial of justice
The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has found the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) guilty of discrimination against female candidates, third-party interference and denial of…
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Casino operator Crown Resorts under investigation for money laundering
Australian casino operator Crown Resorts has revealed it is being investigated for possible breaches of anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing laws. The company - which has…
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