In the news: Burna Boy hits milestones as Africa’s global afrobeats ambassador—Nigerian star, born Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, rose with Like to Party (2012).
Nike has reorganized its operations and tech teams as part of a broader turnaround, moving resources to Beaverton and Bengaluru and cutting about 1,400 roles. The company is focusing on core sports, faster product development, and a tighter supply chain, while facing ongoing pressure on sales, especially in Asia. The changes come after prior rounds of layoffs and a shift back toward performance-led footwear and apparel.
The 2026 World Cup final at MetLife Stadium will include a halftime show curated by Chris Martin of Coldplay, with production by Global Citizen. FIFA and organizers have outlined plans for the event, linking the performance to the Global Citizen Education Fund as the tournament expands to 48 teams across the US, Canada and Mexico.