British businessman and West Ham United co-owner
A joint BBC Panorama and Times investigation has accused West Ham co-owner David Sullivan of sexually exploitative and predatory behaviour, with seven women making allegations dating back to the 1980s and 1990s. Sullivan denies the claims, saying they are false. He has stepped down as joint chairman but remains the club’s largest shareholder as ownership changes loom. London Stadium has advised Sullivan not to attend home matches amid potential demonstrations and safety concerns.
Xi Jinping has arrived in North Korea for a two-day state visit, his first there in seven years, to bolster China-North Korea relations amid North Korea’s growing ties with Russia. The visit follows a long history of diplomacy and defence agreements, with analysts watching for negotiations on denuclearisation and regional balance against the US and Russia.
Xi Jinping has visited Pyongyang with Kim Jong Un, signaling a deepening China–DPRK relationship. Talks emphasize broader cooperation while avoiding denuclearisation discussions, raising questions about regional balance and North Korea’s nuclear status.
Sweden has clawed back into form after a dismal World Cup qualifying, with Isak and Gyökeres headlining a new, more fluid attack under Graham Potter. Sweden’s manager is guiding a fast, flexible system that contrasts with a poor recent qualification campaign, and the team is showing signs of progress ahead of the finals.