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The controversy over a Novig advert featuring the Euphoria star wearing minimal clothing and sports equipment has prompted a strong response from the female sporting community. Athletes and fans argue such imagery harms participation among young girls, who face rising dropout rates in sport.
The London Marathon will be staged over two days in 2027 to enable 100,000 runners to participate, doubling ballot chances and boosting charity income and the UK economy. The plan, backed by the mayor and multiple stakeholders, will preserve the traditional route from Greenwich to Westminster while highlighting a world-first city-wide celebration.
AI analysis of 1,722 Scottish heart-trial scans has found that higher density in torso muscles correlates with an 85% lower death risk and a 58% lower risk of heart attack over 10 years. Researchers say muscle quality, not just size, matters; routine scans could guide prevention.
A bipartisan House hearing examines private equity's role in the growing U.S. youth-sports market, warning that consolidation could raise costs for families. Lawmakers urge transparency and antitrust enforcement, while some witnesses argue capital can expand access when aligned with the mission of youth sports.
Masked demonstrators have blocked roads around Dover and later gathered in Portsmouth, halting access to the Port of Dover and delaying ferries before dispersing by midday. Protesters have chanted "stop the boats" and linked the actions to the Patriot Platform and far‑right figures; officials and ministers have condemned the disruption and police are reviewing how intelligence and resources were deployed.