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The AFL/NFL Merger
Podcast Transcript On December 28, 1958, a record-setting audience of nearly 45 million people watched the National Football League championship game. Pro football was on the rise, and investors took notice. They saw the potential to expand the brand into mor…
Ex-West Brom midfielder Castro, 25, dies during friendly
Former West Brom midfielder Quevin Castro dies at the age of 25 after collapsing during a match in Portugal.
Alcohol and gambling ads 'deeply embedded' in NRL and AFL
Every NRL and AFL club has an alcohol sponsor this season while every NRL and five AFL clubs are sponsored by gambling companies, a new report has found.
AFL chair apologises for his part in Cats concussion contract saga
AFL Commission chairman Craig Drummond issues a statement apologising for his part in the Jake Kolodjashnij concussion contract saga.
'I'll remember the people': Sidebottom among retiring AFL premiership duo
Collingwood's Steele Sidebottom and Richmond's Dion Prestia announce that they will be retiring from the AFL at the end of the season.
Swans' decision a step towards accountability, but misogyny at AFL core
Swans chairperson Andrew Pridham claims his players have "complete respect for women", but the week's events call for a reckoning with AFL culture.
Long careers increase risk of brain damage, but is informed consent enough?
As debate rages over Geelong defender Jake Kolodjashnij's controversial concussion waiver, what is the answer for players being exposed to potential brain damage in contact sports?
Telstra and Sydney Marathon distance themselves from two of the Swans biggest stars amid hotel scandal - as club boss hits out at 'mistruths'
Isaac Heeney and Chad Warner, both Telstra ambassadors, are among five players who were on Wednesday stood down by the club for the remainder of the AFL season.
Clubs stand firm after AFL's controversial finals memo
The AFL warns clubs they risk being sanctioned should they rest players in round 24, but several coaches say they will not be paying attention to the memo.
AFL policy is to wait while police investigate. The Swans may not
Fresh statements from the AFL and Sydney Swans responding to alleged hotel incident signalling a tough approach and imminent sanctions have been welcomed by advocates, but the delay raises questions about the league's policies.
Wildcard woes: Why the Crows are walking a tightrope
If Adelaide beats GWS on Saturday night, it could still face the precarious possibility of being both the first minor premier in the AFL to exit in straight sets and the first ever side to lose a wildcard final.
Resting or tanking? Why your AFL club may not win before finals
As finals hopes fade for some AFL teams, some question whether it's better to lose now to win later. But that might not always be the best policy.
The week that blew up the Swans and called out AFL culture
The Swans scandal is creating a greater conversation around the AFL's handling of allegations of violence against women and its lack of a "no-fault stand-down" policy.
What went wrong for the Suns this year and how 2027 can be much better
Gold Coast went from a maiden finals win last year to sliding down the AFL ladder, but a drought-breaking win in wintry Canberra offered signs of a brighter outlook for 2027.
'Fighting just for a fair go': Elite sport failing on racism, Olympian says
The first Aboriginal woman to represent Australia in Olympic boxing has told a federal racism inquiry she was threatened with "repercussions" if she carried the Aboriginal flag at an Olympic Games qualifier.
WATCH: Australian Football Allows 6’-3" 200-Pound Male to Play in Women's League
The Australian Football League is allowing a 6'-3", 200-pound man pretending to be a woman to play in women's competitions, despite safety concerns over his physical advantage. The post WATCH: Australian Football Allows 6’-3″ 200-Pound Male to Play in Women’…
Abbie Chatfield and other influencers rage at fans of the Sydney Swans for complaining about how sexual assault allegations will 'impact the team's season'
In a video posted to her social media channels, Chatfield said she was disturbed by the reaction from some people associated with the AFL
Swans AFLW head coach looking to turn his young age to advantage
With his playing days not far behind him, 30-year-old Colin O'Riordan feels like he can connect with the team at an emotional level.
What should the AFL do when players face sexual assault allegations?
How the AFL handles complaints of sexual assault sends a message to women and girls.
Die unsichtbare Gefahr im Kontaktsport: Der Todesfall eines Footballspielers verschärft Australiens Debatte über Kopfverletzungen
Bei zahlreichen weiteren verstorbenen Profis und Amateuren wurde die Gehirnerkrankung CTE nachgewiesen. Im Fussball reagieren Verbände bereits.
'Fair bit of anger across the whole AFLW' after Swans players' allegation
As the Sydney Swans AFLW side gear up for a historic double header, they have been put under an uncomfortable spotlight through no fault of their own.
Hawks' Wizard looking to pull off Coleman medal shock
Swans recruit Charlie Curnow remains the frontrunner to win this year's Coleman medal for top goal-kicker, but the 170cm Nick Watson is still a chance to pull off a shock feat.
The AFLW season opener was a double-header. Here's what fans thought
The AFLW opened its 2026 season with a double-header at Docklands Stadium, with fans enjoying the pizzazz of the bigger stadium and being sheltered from the rain, while missing some of the community element of the suburban grounds.
Oana Gheorghiu îl ia la țintă pe Grindeanu: Cum e PSD în opoziție? Lista social-democraților pe care îi acuză că ocupă funcții-cheie în stat
Oana Gheorghiu critică, într-o postare pe Facebook, afirmațiile lui Sorin Grindeanu potrivit cărora PSD se află în opoziție și susține că social-democrații ocupă în continuare numeroase funcții de conducere în instituțiile centrale ale statului.
A secret waiver but no punishment: the AFL’s concussion conundrum just got murkier
An AFL player with concussion history signed a secret waiver to protect his club from future court action. It’s a sign something has to change.
Fallout far-reaching for Australian Rules after latest scandal
An alcohol-fuelled scandal swirling around a top Australian Rules team has been splashed across newspaper front pages as much as the back and triggered broader debate, a sign of the sport's importance in the country's social fabric."Teams like the Swans have …
Gambling ad crackdown could be pulled if Senate demands go too far
Labor is unlikely to entertain major changes to its gambling ad crackdown despite the bill being 'friendless' in parliament.
Women's Forum appeal decision to allow transgender player in Adelaide footy league, taking it all the way to AFL boss Andew Dillon
A women's advocacy group has taken the fight over transgender footballer Freya Golding directly to AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon after three clubs raised safety concerns
Sydney Swans ban 5 players for rest of AFL season over hotel misconduct and a police investigation
Five Australian rules footballers have been banned for the remainder of the AFL season by the Sydney Swans for breaching player codes of conduct during a stay at a Melbourne hotel that has led to a police investigation into allegations of sexual assault. The …
Major AFL boycott threatened after 6'2, 90kg trans player is allowed to compete in a women's league
Adelaide football clubs have threatened to forfeit matches against a team fielding transgender player Freya Golding after the AFL cleared her to continue competing in the women's league
AFL clears transgender footballer to keep playing in women's league despite three clubs raising safety fears
The AFL has cleared a transgender footballer to continue playing in a women's comp.
Labor secures Coalition support for gambling reforms
Labor and the Coalition have agreed to establish a single register that would allow Australians to opt out of wagering ads across online platforms, as part of a tentative deal to pass gambling reforms.
Brooke Boney 'ashamed to be a Sydney Swans supporter' amid police probe into alleged sexual assault involving five players
The 39-year-old said that, as a devoted fan of the Swans, she feels the same disgrace felt by the popular club over the alleged behaviour of its players.
TV and streaming viewing picks for August 12, 2026: How to watch the WNBA
All Times Eastern Australian Rules Football AFL Women’s — Round 1 Hawthorn Hawks vs. Melbourne Demons — Fox Soccer Plus, 5 a.m. (Thursday) College Basketball College Basketball Talk — CBS Sports Network, 1 p.m. College Football With the First Pick — CBS Sport…
Longmire reveals 'incredible deep sadness' over Swans' links to police probe
Sydney's longest-tenured coach, John Longmire, breaks his public silence after five players were suspended by the club.
Probleme de sănătate pentru Jamal Musiala. Fotbalistul lui Bayern s-a prăbușit de două ori pe teren în doar patru zile
Fotbalistul lui Bayern Munchen, Jamal Musiala, spune că urmează un tratament pentru o „disfuncție neurologică”, după ce s-a prăbușit pe teren pentru a doua oară în decurs de patru zile.
Would Ted Lasso be a good coach in real life? The research is in
Ted’s approach resembles what researchers call ’autonomy-supportive’ coaching
Calls grow for radical new 'transgender-only' league after 6'2, 92kg trans player is cleared by AFL to play against women
A radical idea has been raised to settle the moral debate over transgender participation in sport once and for all.
Swans AFLW captain says support 'just unbelievable' as record smashed
Sydney Swans AFLW captain Lucy McEvoy says support for the team is "just unbelievable" as they smash crowd record.
Cel mai ușor Bentley din ultimii 85 de ani. Ce a eliminat producătorul de pe mașina de 500.000 de dolari
Bentley a ales o abordare neobișnuită pentru noul său Supersports, renunțând la o parte din elementele care definesc de obicei mașinile mărcii. Rezultatul este cel mai ușor Bentley din ultimii 85 de ani.
Over 100 women's college basketball players join groundbreaking unionization effort: 'We want one voice'
Players from Oregon State filed a petition for union representation with the Oregon Employment Relations Board on Friday
Câți români plătesc pentru Netflix, filme, seriale sau sport. România, mult sub media UE, potrivit Eurostat
Românii sunt mai puțin dispuși decât media europenilor să plătească pentru servicii de streaming cu filme, seriale sau transmisiuni sportive, arată datele publicate joi de Eurostat. În 2025, 21,3% dintre utilizatorii români de internet aveau un abonament plăt…
Why freezing entry-level AFL final ticket prices is smart economics
Cheap tickets do come with some costs – including making them even harder to get.
Ben Cousins reveals his darkest moments of addiction as Scott Miller opens up on the turning point in the back of a police car
AFL legend Ben Cousins and Olympic swimmer Scott Miller have revealed the darkest moments of their addiction battles during an emotional joint interview about their recoveries
Preview: Test history looms, Renshaw returns as Australia and Bangladesh go again
Winter cricket continues in the Top End, with Australia looking for a big response in the second Test against Bangladesh in Mackay.
Ex-West Brom midfielder Castro, 25, dies during friendly
Former West Brom midfielder Quevin Castro dies at the age of 25 after collapsing during a match in Portugal.
The AFL finals haven’t changed in 25 years, until now. What is the wildcard round?
The AFL’s new wildcard round kicks off the finals series, and the narratives about its introduction have fluctuated through the season.
KuPS – Universitatea Craiova 1-1. Momente de panică. Calvin Kabuye s-a prăbușit pe gazon / Seară de coșmar la Cluj. CFR Cluj 0-3 Tromsø, prima repriză
Universitatea Craiova a remizat, scor 1-1, în deplasare cu KuPS Kuopio, în prima manșă a turului al treilea preliminar din Europa League. Finalul partidei a fost marcat de momente dramatice, după ce Calvin Kabuye, jucătorul gazdelor, a părut dezorientat și s-…
KuPS – Universitatea Craiova 1-1. Momente de panică. Calvin Kabuye s-a prăbușit pe gazon / CFR Cluj 0-1 Tromsø, prima repriză
Universitatea Craiova și CFR Cluj, singurele echipe românești rămase în cupele europene, dispută joi seară primele manșe din turul al treilea preliminar. Oltenii joacă de la ora 18:00, în Finlanda, cu KuPS Kuopio, în Europa League, iar formația din Gruia prim…
CDC Restores Study Acknowledging Self-Defense Gun Use Buried During Biden Era
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) restored information regarding studies of the use of firearms for self-defense on its website.
Mayo's Kobe McDonald begins Aussie Rules journey at St Kilda
The 18-year-old spent his first day at the Melbourne club on Friday.
Chaos vs calm: What to expect when Australia and Ireland go head-to-head
The calm and composure of Darren Crocker's Australia side will come up against a chaotic and quick Irish team.
Besucherzahl der Gamescom nähert sich ihrem Allzeit-Hoch
Die Gamescom verzeichnete 2026 rund 368.000 Besucher. Die Messe unterstreicht damit ihre Bedeutung als globaler Treffpunkt der Gaming-Branche.
Browns history: A rare Paul Warfield interview, catching up with the 1964 champion
25 questions with a Hall of Fame athlete and member of the 1964 Browns title team, Paul Warfield
Evaluating the psychosocial effects of the Northern Territory Institute of Sport (NTIS) High Performance Officiating Program (HPOP)
This study investigates the effects of the 2021 Northern Territory Institute of Sport (NTIS) High Performance Officiating Program (HPOP) on five officials. The HPOP is designed to develop and support officials to aspire to and achieve high-level and internati…
Glorious athletics campaign ends in an empty stadium near midnight
A hilariously understated celebration marked the end of an enthralling athletics campaign in Glasgow, and the beginning of Australian track and field being taken seriously worldwide.
Brittany Hockley's private regrets after oversharing about her husband... Plus, the TikTok conspiracy theory sparked by rival Tess and Jules interviews: INSIDE MAIL
Their podcast is called 'Life Uncut' - but Brittany and Laura seem to have a habit of regretting what they say on the air... especially when it comes to their husbands.
Rebecca Beeson's remarkable road back to the AFLW
When Rebecca Beeson steps onto the field in Melbourne on Sunday it will be her 75th AFLW match, but the journey to get there has been one of her greatest challenges.
Notre Dame football will lean on an Australian rookie as its holder
Australian punter/holder Jasper Scaife handled every snap for Notre Dame football kicker Spencer Porath back in April at the Blue-Gold Game.
Primăria Berlin este afectată de un atac cibernetic. A pierdut 6TB de date (contracte, documente judiciare, informații despre infrastructură critică, planuri de intervenție, parole), iar hackerii cer două milioane de euro pentru a nu le publica sau vinde.
Atacul a compromis mai multe sisteme ale primăriei Berlin și a dus la închiderea temporară a unor servicii online. Potrivit autorităților locale, o primă scurgere de date a avut loc între 7 și 12 august. Pe 14 august două rețele ale unor departamente au fost …
St Kilda drafted a 27yo who couldn’t kick and she ended up as captain
Hannah Priest was drafted at 27-year-old as a cross-code athlete and ended up captaining the club for six seasons.
Rebecca Judd hints she could skip the 2026 Brownlow Medal as husband Chris eyes a different red carpet date
Bec Judd, 43, has revealed she may not attend the 2026 Brownlow Medal, hinting her husband Chris Judd could walk the red carpet with a very different plus-one this year.
Sydney Swans players to learn fate today after club board held crisis meeting as alleged sexual assault investigation continues
Given the seriousness of the crisis and the strongly-worded Sydney Swans media release, suspensions appear inevitable.
Origins of “The Turk”
The cutdown process has an ominous background
College football Hall of Famer who survived Nazi bombings in WWII dies
The talented multi-position star was on the inaugural Patriots roster.
What should the AFL do when players are linked to sexual assault investigations?
How the AFL handles complaints of sexual assault sends a message to women and girls.
Campusul-fantomă din vestul țării: cum a ajuns o investiție de 7 milioane de euro să ruginească, de 18 ani, în mijlocul câmpului
Un campus școlar, de 7 milioane de euro și care trebuia să fie cel mai mare din vestul țării, zace acum în ruină. Început în 2008, odată cu alte zeci de complexe școlare din întreaga țară, proiectul de la Nădlac, județul Arad, s-a blocat rapid. Lucrările n-au…
Book showcases Australian retro TV from Skippy to Hey Hey It's Saturday
In a world of rapidly developing technology, television was once considered revolutionary. A new book by Ian Collis, Retro Television: What We Watched Back in the Day, is a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
Hotel stripper scandal that's sparked a football crisis. As terrified lap dancer speaks out, read every detail of sordid night with 5 players in SAME room... the leaked texts and ketamine claims... and WAGs left in tears
What ensued was a wild night of crazed celebrations, alleged drink and drug-fueled debauchery and alleged sexcapades that spiraled into the most sordid sports scandal in a generation.
How a billionaire is bidding to establish American football's presence in Europe with a London team the latest milestone - and what is missing to take AFL Europe to the next level
If F Scott Fitgerald was still alive a follow up to one of his greatest novels could have been inspired by an American tycoon who is on a crusade to convert England to American football.
Glamorous NRLW star's brilliant response to low-life troll who tried to fat-shame her
NRLW star Jaime Chapman has fired back at a social media troll who targeted her appearance.
NIBIRU 2027: de la un milion de vizitatori la o destinație regională. Cum poate un oraș sezonier să schimbe modelul de dezvoltare al litoralului românesc (P)
În ultimii ani, discuția despre litoralul românesc s-a concentrat aproape exclusiv pe calitatea hotelurilor, prețuri și durata sezonului. Întrebarea esențială a rămas însă mai puțin abordată: ce îi determină pe turiști să aleagă o destinație și ce îi face să …
Labor's MotoGP coup crashes into an all-too-familiar parklands wall
One day, Peter Malinauskas might bask in the glory of bringing another popular major event to Adelaide. For now, his MotoGP coup is being fiercely resisted.
Media Insider: Duco Events’ Black Clash evolves into the Gold Clash for the Australian market
Queensland agencies throw weight behind New Zealand sport and entertainment concept.
„Zid de foc” de 30 de metri în Grecia. Sute de turiști, evacuați pe mare din calea incendiilor care devastează Europa
Un „zid de foc” lung de aproximativ trei kilometri, cu flăcări care au ajuns până la 30 de metri înălțime, a forțat evacuarea pe mare a aproximativ 500 de turiști din peninsula Halkidiki, în nordul Greciei, după ce incendiul s-a apropiat de stațiunile Siviri …
OUTFRONT and New York Jets Announce Exclusive, Multi-Year Partnership to Extend the Fan Experience Beyond MetLife Stadium
Legendary Jets' icon Bart Scott hosted the partnership unveiling with a "Back to Football" campaign event, debuting OUTFRONT as the exclusive IRL media partner to Jets advertisers NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OUTFRONT Media (NYSE:OUT), one of the la…
Seară europeană pentru România. Universitatea Craiova și CFR Cluj luptă pentru calificarea în play-off. Cine trasmite meciurile
Universitatea Craiova și CFR Cluj, singurele echipe românești rămase în cupele europene, dispută joi seară primele manșe din turul al treilea preliminar. Oltenii joacă de la ora 18:00, în Finlanda, cu KuPS Kuopio, în Europa League, iar formația din Gruia prim…
Why are Australians thriving in WSL but not Premier League?
The Premier League used to feature a host of top Australians. Now there is just one player from the country in the competition, but it's a very different story in the WSL.
Sam Newman blasts ABC over unacceptable segment about Gina Rinehart as he demands apology
Sam Newman has taken aim at the ABC over a controversial parody involving mining billionaire Gina Rinehart, questioning why the national broadcaster has not issued an apology
Would Ted Lasso be a good sports coach in real life?
The best modern coaches combine high support with high expectations. But they also speak openly about vulnerability and empathy – and it works.
Seară europeană pentru România. Gol anulat pentru KuPS. Universitatea Craiova, sub presiune în debut. CFR Cluj – Tromsø începe la 19:30
Universitatea Craiova și CFR Cluj, singurele echipe românești rămase în cupele europene, dispută joi seară primele manșe din turul al treilea preliminar. Oltenii joacă de la ora 18:00, în Finlanda, cu KuPS Kuopio, în Europa League, iar formația din Gruia prim…
KuPS – Universitatea Craiova 0-1. Baiaram deschide scorul pentru Universitatea Craiova în Finlanda. CFR Cluj – Tromsø începe la 19:30
Universitatea Craiova și CFR Cluj, singurele echipe românești rămase în cupele europene, dispută joi seară primele manșe din turul al treilea preliminar. Oltenii joacă de la ora 18:00, în Finlanda, cu KuPS Kuopio, în Europa League, iar formația din Gruia prim…
Jannik Sinner pregătește la Torino revenirea la US Open. Liderul mondial ATP împlinește duminică 25 de ani
Jannik Sinner, liderul mondial din tenisul masculin, își concentrează toate eforturile pe revenirea în circuit înaintea US Open, ultimul turneu de Grand Slam al anului, care începe pe 30 august. Italianul urmează un program de recuperare la Torino.
Vrei să cumperi o cămilă? Afacerea neobișnuită care a ajuns în era digitală
Al Ain, din Emiratele Arabe Unite (EAU), este cunoscut pentru piața sa de cămile. În fiecare zi, turiștii se fotografiază alături de animalele erbivore cu cocoașă, în timp ce comercianți din întreaga regiune negociază și încheie tranzacții.
Athletic Brewing Brings Award-Winning Non-Alcoholic Beer to MetLife Stadium
America's Leading Non-Alcoholic Brewer Named a Proud Non-Alcoholic Beer Partner of MetLife Stadium, the New York Jets, and the New York Giants MILFORD, Conn. and SAN DIEGO, Aug. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Athletic Brewing Company, America's largest dedicated no…
Female players voice concerns as transgender player wins top Australian women's soccer award
Football Victoria is under fire after a transgender player won a women's goalscoring award, sparking fairness and safety concerns
The Ben Cousins radio row that saw his female co-host refuse to go on air... Plus, the PR guru helping Scots College through the alleged gang rape scandal: INSIDE MAIL
We reveal the fallout behind Ben Cousins' radio rise, including claims his co-host refused to go on air after his appointment. Plus, the latest behind-the-scenes moves as Scots College faces a scandal.
Oana Gheorghiu, atac la Sorin Grindeanu: „Ne minte în fiecare zi” când spune că PSD este în opoziție
Vicepremierul interimar Oana Gheorghiu, vicepreședinte al PNL, îl acuză pe liderul PSD, Sorin Grindeanu, că „minte” atunci când afirmă că partidul se află în opoziție. Ea susține că social-democrații ocupă în continuare sute de funcții în administrația centra…
Giants star Toby Greene opens up on his AFL future
GWS captain Toby Greene admits he "couldn't give a f*** about facilities" as he prepares to meet Geelong about a potential move to the Cats.
OUTFRONT and New York Jets Announce Exclusive, Multi-Year Partnership to Extend the Fan Experience Beyond MetLife Stadium
Legendary Jets' icon Bart Scott hosted the partnership unveiling with a "Back to Football" campaign event, debuting OUTFRONT as the exclusive IRL media partner to Jets advertisers NEW YORK, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- OUTFRONT Media, one of the largest and m…
AFLPA responds after report says player signed concussion deal with club
The AFLPA says it is speaking to the AFL after a report revealed a player had signed a contract exonerating his club from future brain trauma issues.
Dees star's ban upheld as AFL tribunal rejects biomechanist evidence bid
The AFL tribunal bars Melbourne from using a biomechanist to defend star forward Jacob van Rooyen as his three-match suspension for striking Aliir Aliir is upheld.
Dogs coach says he would have signed concussion waiver to keep playing
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge gives his view on concussion in the AFL following revelations of Geelong putting a waiver into a player's contract.
AFL in bind over future concussion insurance for players
The Geelong concussion waiver raises serious concerns about how the AFL will insure players who suffer traumatic brain injuries.
O relație toxică cu mâncarea? 7 din 10 români se simt vinovați că au mâncat prea mult
Potrivit unui studiu publicat, luni, o bună parte din români se gândesc intens la mâncare, chiar și atunci când nu le este foame. Aceștia au parte de gânduri persistente, apăsătoare, care le pot afecta viața socială, starea mentală, dar și fizică.
Cats confirm Kolodjashnij unavailable to play amid concussion waiver saga
Geelong confirms Jake Kolodjashnij will not be available for selection at VFL or AFL level this weekend as the spotlight continues to shine on the club over the controversial secret concussion waiver in his contract.
Media Insider: MediaWorks’ new owner, Sports Entertainment Group, opens up on its $130m acquisition - and why sport plays a pivotal role in growth
Exclusive: SEG boss explains $A5m 'synergies' in deal, and why sport plays a pivotal role.
'Ridiculous' rules of AFL inspire video game by Danger 5 creator
Mixing 1990s-era gameplay aesthetics with silly power-ups, Pro Jank Footy has fun with a national obsession.