It's official. The World Games will be held in Karlsruhe, Germany, which hosted the event 40 years ago in 1989. The Executive Committee approved the city's bid last Wednesday and awarded it the right to host the 13th edition of the multi-sport competition.

The International Federation of American Football (IFAF) and the International Cheer Union (ICU) have joined the International World Games Association (IWGA). This brings the total number of members to 40. The vote to admit the two bodies took place on 1 May and they will be included in the Chengdu 2025 programme.

Hydrologists have seen significant signs of improvement in the river's health. With the arrival of the Olympics, the dream of many Parisians to swim in their river could finally come true. Paris will join Zurich and Munich in enjoying urban beaches.

The 22-year-old winner of France’s legendary race is set to attempt another 'Grand Boucle' triumph. Two years ago, he crashed in training and feared for his life and retirement. After a promising start to the 2024 season, the Colombian has confirmed that he will contend alongside the feared Tadej Pogacar, with current champion Jonas Vingegaard in doubt due to injury.

The American boxer tested positive for ostarine, a performance-enhancing substance, on 19 April. ESPN reported. The results of the test, which the boxer underwent, were in the possession of the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA). Taking to his 'X' account, Ryan García denied the allegations. "It's fake news," he said.

According to the organisation, 2023 has been "a year of immense success". Darryl Clout, Grant Harrison and Duncan Free are also introduced as candidates for the board.

The Workers Party of Britain (WPB) is fielding Panesar, who played 50 Tests for England between 2006 and 2013, as one of 200 candidates in the capital. He will be standing in the Ealing Southall constituency.

In order to implement business strategies and major projects, both organisations have signed a long-term cooperation agreement. The intention is to increase the opportunities for running at both elite and popular levels. The aim is clear: to get more people on the track and to improve the performance of those who are already on the track.

Qatar and Saudi Arabia are among the four countries proposing the removal of term limits for presidents and elected officials, according to the Associated Press. This would give the green light to the current president, Sheikh Ebrahim Al Khalifa of Bahrain. He would be able to continue in office when his term ends in 2027.

The NBA will return to Europe with a match-up between the San Antonio Spurs and the Inidana Pacers. The Spurs will feature French superstar Victor Wembanyama, the No. 1 pick in the 2023 draft. The Frenchman, who could be crowned rookie of the year, will return to his hometown.

The American gymnast is a three-time Olympic gold medallist at London 2012 and Rio 2016. She finished tenth at the American Classic last weekend and will compete at the US Championships. It's another step towards her dream of returning to the Olympic stage eight years after she hasn't competed since Rio 2016. She decided to come back in 2023 and announced her return to competition in early 2024.

The American athlete was propelled by a 3.0 m/s wind at the Bermuda Grand Prix on Sunday. His time was exceptional, despite the irregular support. It comes just over two months before the Paris 2024 Olympics. "I like to see 9.96 and not 10.03," Lyles said.

The Indiana Fever point guard, the all-time leading scorer in US college basketball, said: "It was a good first day" after making her debut with her new teammates. The star returned to the court after weeks of excessive media exposure. Clark admitted that the challenge is "a big one, but it's something that I've been expecting".

After winning a record-breaking 37 medals on Day 12 of the inaugural Gulf Youth Games, hosts United Arab Emirates (UAE) have now taken their tally to 231 including 73 golds. Saudi Arabia are next with 93 medals with Kuwait in third on 89.