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Online marketplaces are still listing potentially dangerous baby products despite official safety warnings and recalls. Which? has flagged sleeping bags, self-feeders and pillows as risky, with 150 unsafe items across eight platforms. Calls grow for tougher marketplace accountability and enforcement.
Most Valuable Promotions has merged with the Professional Fighters League to create a single combat-sports company led by MVP founders Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian, with PFL CEO John Martin on the board. The combined group will bring together nearly 300–400 fighters, combine boxing and MMA rosters, and keep broad global media partnerships including Netflix and ESPN.
A wave of new football kit designs is hitting top Scottish and European clubs as the 2026-27 season approaches. BBC Business collects notable releases from AC Milan to Celtic and Wales, with reactions ranging from praise for heritage-inspired designs to criticism of bold, modern looks.
Harvey Nichols has been put up for sale after successive losses and is drawing bids from Frasers Group and Next as owners seek £50m–£60m; Mike Ashley has called the chain in a "death spiral" and says a lower price will be needed. Separately, UK high street restructuring plans have won court approval while retailers use AI to trace complex apparel supply chains.
JD Sports has downgraded its full-year pre-tax profit guidance to 700-800 million pounds as consumer budgets tighten. On the US and UK fronts, sales are under pressure from inflation and discounting, while UK outdoor and football kit sales provide some offset.
Concerts by Kanye West, now legally Ye, scheduled for Oct. 10-11 at Gazprom Arena in St. Petersburg have been canceled by the stadium over ununsigned rental contracts, with promoter Say Agency claiming the shows may still proceed after formalities are completed. The controversy follows years of antisemitic remarks and geopolitical tensions.
The Nigeria Football Federation has seen its president, general secretary, and executive committee resign amid governance and funds scrutiny, as the government orders reforms. The moves follow the teams’ recent poor performances and World Cup qualification failures, prompting an emergency congress and potential normalization oversight.
Good Good has dismissed top executives after a controversial Callaway ad sparked backlash over violence against women. The brand ends its PGA Tour event sponsorship and faces retail pullbacks as it seeks to chart a new path, with interim leadership and a renewed focus on rebuilding trust.
Aryna Sabalenka has retained focus at the US Open, addressing questions about her schedule and off-court activities while stressing that training and mental strength drive her. She is preparing for the next rounds after a dominant performance, with rivals pushing for top rankings.
Adidas faces backlash after an Israel-only campaign featuring Shalev Biton, an ex-soldier who lost a leg, prompts boycott calls amid Gaza war coverage. Adidas says the posters were local to Israel and not a global campaign, while activists accuse the brand of normalising violence. The controversy follows similar criticism of Ralph Lauren’s campaign featuring Gal Gadot.
Liverpool has secured a five-year shirt sponsorship with Turkish Airlines from June 2027, replacing Standard Chartered. The deal, worth in excess of £60 million per season, makes Turkish Airlines the main club partner on the front of shirts for men’s, women’s and academy teams, with Standard Chartered moving to global partner status. The deal is set to be one of the most lucrative in Premier League history.
The dress once worn by Princess Diana at the Serpentine fundraising dinner is expected to fetch up to $220,000 at Sotheby’s, London. The gown, by Christina Stambolian, has toured globally ahead of the December sale, with part of the proceeds supporting NHS Lothian Charity.
Johnny Marr is auctioning nearly 100 guitars and memorabilia from his career, including instruments tied to The Smiths and Oasis. The sale at Christie’s in London on September 17 includes 111 lots with estimates up to £150,000, with some proceeds donated to charity.
Kylian Mbappé has left Nike after nearly 20 years and has signed with Swiss brand On, which has hired Thierry Henry as director of football. On has given Mbappé equity and will involve him in designing football boots and apparel; the company plans retail football boots in 2027 and will feature Mbappé as a global ambassador.
An independent commission has found Manchester City guilty of the vast majority of 115 Premier League financial-rule charges covering 2009–18, multiple outlets have reported. Sanctions have not been decided. City has said the process remains ongoing, has vowed to appeal and has told supporters the club will defend its position. (08 Oct 2026)
Meta's Muse has sparked a high-stakes race as OpenAI unveils Dots and a coalition advances an open standard for agent-to-business communication. The market watches adoption, safety, and pricing as consumer and enterprise use expands.
Palestinian children displaced by the Gaza war are studying in El-Arish, Egypt. A volunteer teacher has set up a free school that now serves nearly 400 students, with support from Misr El Kheir Foundation. The effort aims to preserve Palestinian curriculum and provide stability and healing for the children.
Argentina’s Lionel Messi has wrapped up his international career with a goal in a 3-0 win over Benin, while Cristiano Ronaldo’s row with coach Jorge Jesus over a Nations League benching has sparked questions about his international future. The stories cross-pollinate as both legends navigate endings and what comes next for their nations.
Lionel Messi has delivered a final international performance for Argentina, guiding his side to a 3-0 win over Benin in Buenos Aires in what is being hailed as his last tango with the national team. He has provided an assist, scored from the spot, and bid emotional thanks to fans, teammates, and family before stepping away from international football.
Manchester City has been found guilty by an independent commission of financial rule breaches across nine seasons. The club denies wrongdoing and is appealing. Manager Enzo Maresca has reiterated faith in the club’s leadership and says the team is focusing on the pitch as the appeal unfolds and ahead of a high-profile clash with Liverpool.
The Medway West branch of a pet charity has launched a low-cost clinic to provide affordable care for pets of people on low incomes or benefits. The service aims to keep animals at home while reducing vet costs, with the branch noting high demand and a growing pet food bank
Adidas Originals has launched a slate-toned Samba in collaboration with Molly-Mae, reviving the iconic trainer with a tweed-like grey fabric and slate suede details for autumn. The drop follows the designer’s previous matcha and pink Sambas and is expected to sell out quickly as online and in-store releases roll out.