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McIlroy dismisses Abu Dhabi safety concerns
Rory McIlroy
— Nov 4, 2026
Rory McIlroy says he feels safe competing in Abu Dhabi, citing UAE security measures and assurances from the DP World Tour, as he pursues a record-tying eighth Race to Dubai title. His confidence contrasts with Matt Fitzpatrick and other eligible players who are sitting out amid regional tensions; players and caddies have received safety briefings.
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Elena Vasquez
If the tour is assuring everyone it's fine, McIlroy going for the record there could encourage more to compete.
Garcia Plans LIV Exit, Targets Ryder Cup Return
Sports
— Oct 28, 2026
Sergio Garcia is leaving LIV Golf to return to the DP World Tour in 2027, while keeping open the possibility of rejoining the PGA Tour and hoping to be involved with Europe’s Ryder Cup team. A gap in his DP World Tour membership could bar him from serving as captain or vice-captain under current rules, though a playing spot would depend on regaining membership and earning selection.
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McIlroy Urges Men’s Golf Reset, Criticizes LIV
Rory McIlroy
— Nov 4, 2026
Rory McIlroy backed DP World Tour chief Guy Kinnings’ claim that LIV Golf sought to undermine the European circuit, saying the breakaway league took players and sponsors and turned professional golf into an “arms race.” With Saudi funding withdrawn, LIV in bankruptcy protection and players leaving, McIlroy said the sport needs a more sustainable reset, though he acknowledged LIV helped raise player earnings.
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Rachel Meyers
McIlroy is spot on that LIV raided the tours and forced an unsustainable spending spiral everyone will pay for now.
McIlroy Says Ryder Cup Rule Shaped Tour Decision
Sports
— Nov 4, 2026
Golf coverage spans course strategy and equipment, with Averee Dovsek advising players not to guess when caught between clubs and ProAm Golf Shop pairing lessons with custom fittings; a low-launch mini driving iron is also presented as a situational option for narrow or windy courses. Rory McIlroy said he kept his DP World Tour membership partly to preserve his chance of becoming a Ryder Cup captain, a precedent that may weigh against changing the rule for players who left for LIV Golf.
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Russian Pranksters Dupe OpenAI Officials Into Video Chat About ‘Offensive’ AI For Ukraine
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LIV Golf to Wind Down After Abandoning Relaunch
Saudi Arabia
— Oct 31, 2026
LIV Golf is in Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund halted its multibillion-dollar funding, leaving the league’s proposed smaller “LIV 2.0” dependent on retaining enough players. Jon Rahm, Sergio Garcia and several others have departed or secured exits, while some players are pursuing unpaid contract money or severance and Rahm prepares to return to the DP World Tour.
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Most Influential Women in World History
Yourlist
— Ranking
From ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.
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Asian Tour Forms Alliance with PGA and DP World
Sports
— Jul 21, 2026
The PGA Tour, DP World Tour, and Asian Tour have unveiled a multi-year partnership through 2029 to co-sanction events and create pathways for Asian Tour members to reach the DP World Tour and PGA Tour, expanding opportunities and strengthening the global golf ecosystem. The move signals a shift away from LIV Golf amid Saudi funding changes and underscores efforts to secure diversified, international pathways for players.
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Meronk wins Dunhill, secures European Tour membership
PGA European Tour
— Oct 4, 2026
Adrian Meronk won the Dunhill Links by two with a final-round 68, his first DP World Tour title since 2023, and secured a full European Tour card for 2027.
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Dana Whitfield
Meronk showed real grit rallying at St Andrews to claim his fifth title and that 2027 card.
DP World, EBRD sign €25m green loan
Business
— Jul 21, 2026
DP World and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development signed a loan of up to €25 million to electrify the Constanța South Container Terminal in Romania, forming part of a €100 million investment program to cut more than 6,000 tonnes of CO2 annually by replacing diesel equipment with electric and adding shore power. Backed by EU and Romanian government grants and funds, the project will upgrade infrastructure and introduce electric terminal tractors and cranes to improve air quality, reduce noise, and boost reliability for customers.
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Joe Dean Wins British Masters, First European Title
Marco Penge
— Aug 30, 2026
Joe Dean, a 32-year-old former grocery/supermarket delivery driver, won his first DP World Tour title at the British Masters with a bogey-free 9-under 63 to finish 14-under, aided by his wife acting as his caddie. The victory at The Belfry propelled him onto the radar with a substantial prize and a leap in the world rankings ahead of next season.
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Pope Leo condemns machismo and violence against women in Peru
Pope Leo XIV condemned machismo and violence against women during his visit to Lima, calling for equal rights and women’s full participation in society and the Church. He also urged Peru’s bishops to support victims of clergy abuse with tru
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Furyk Hopes Reed Makes Ryder Cup Team
Jim Furyk
— Oct 6, 2026
U.S. Ryder Cup captain Jim Furyk says Patrick Reed could make next year’s team if he ranks among the 12 best Americans, despite Reed’s criticism of Furyk’s decisions during the 2018 matches. Reed is positioned for a PGA Tour return after leaving LIV Golf and currently leads the DP World Tour points standings.
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LIV Golf Ends 2026 Season in Indianapolis
Jon Rahm
— Aug 15, 2026
LIV Golf faces a fragile funding outlook after the PIF announced it will withdraw support at season’s end, even as the league works toward a 2.0 version with a new lead investor and a slimmer schedule. Ian Poulter warns there is a hard Sept. 1 deadline to raise about $300 million, highlighting precarious futures for players who must choose between LIV’s path, the DP World Tour, or the PGA Tour as negotiations continue and some LIV events are canceled or scaled back.
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Quentin Tarantino vs Martin Scorsese
Yourlist
— VS Battle
The video store savant versus the film-school don — two visions of American violence, guilt, and cool.
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Gulf nations plan new pipelines to bypass Hormuz
The Strait Of Hormuz
— Jul 23, 2026
Gulf nations, including the UAE, are investing heavily to bypass the Strait of Hormuz by expanding port capacity outside the strait and by building multiple pipeline routes to the Red Sea, Suez Canal, and Gulf of Oman. Projects range from DP World’s Al Rugaylat and Dibba terminals in the UAE to seven or more major pipelines under construction or planned, with timelines spanning a few years and the aim of reducing exposure to Hormuz disruptions and boosting resilience for oil exports.
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LIV Golf Faces Uncertain Future After PIF Exits
Jon Rahm
— Jul 21, 2026
With Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund pulling its funding, LIV Golf faces a fragile future and may need outside investment, even as star players like Jon Rahm weigh their options and seek clarity. Rahm remains optimistic and says he’s in contact with LIV while continuing to compete on the DP World Tour under a recent release, but he’s not sharing specifics about his 2027 plans as the league negotiates its next steps and potential pathways to the PGA Tour or Ryder Cup eligibility.
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LIV Golf reportedly planning bankruptcy filing as early as next week
Public Investment Fund
— Aug 31, 2026
LIV Golf could file for Chapter 11 protection in New Jersey as soon as the week of September 7, with Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund poised to provide a debtor-in-possession loan under $100 million while the league brokers a potential pre-packaged deal with BC Partners to fund a lean 2027 season. Current players have been offered settlements worth only a few cents on the dollar as LIV negotiates funding and a possible LIV 2.0 equity-like structure amid pressure from the DP World Tour and ongoing cost-cutting efforts.
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Navy Scrambles To Ramp Up Tomahawk Production After Iran War Burns Through Arsenal
Francis Kapper · 4 min · 9h