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Scotsman
27-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Oasis: More than 8,000 new tickets to go on sale for Edinburgh Murrayfield Stadium concerts
Thousands of more Oasis tickets will be released for concerts at Edinburgh's Murrayfield Stadium. Sign up to our Arts and Culture newsletter, get the latest news and reviews from our specialist arts writers Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Fans desperate to get their hands on a ticket to one of the blockbuster Oasis concerts in Edinburgh this summer have been given a second chance. More than 8,000 extra tickets will be put up for sale across the three gigs slated for Murrayfield Stadium in August. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Oasis are playing three sold out shows at Murrayfield Stadium this summer. | Getty Images The fresh release comes after Edinburgh City Council gave the green light to promoters to increase the venue's temporary capacity from 67,130 fans to 69,990 for each of the concerts. The official release of the extra tickets could come within days, the band has confirmed. The reunion concerts will be the first time the Britpop phenomenon have played in Edinburgh since 2009. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad You have to chalk this one up to wishful thinking really - Oasis reunion tour is due to begin next week, but they haven't announced any festival dates for it. But they are 9/2 via to do a secret set at Worthy Farm. | PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images The council confirmed its licencing committee had ticked off on the capacity increase after consulting with police and public safety officers. Councillor Louise Young, convener of the council's licensing board, said: "An application to increase the capacity at Murrayfield for the upcoming Oasis concerts was approved by the licensing board on June 23.' The decision comes just days after Oasis frontman Liam Gallagher delivering a stinging rebuke of Edinburgh council officials, after the band's fans were described as 'older', 'rowdy' and 'taking up more room' in safety briefing documents. Gallagher said in a social media post: 'I'd love to see a picture of all the people on the Edinburgh council bet there's some real STUNING individuals.'
Sinar Daily
25-06-2025
- Climate
- Sinar Daily
Extreme heat, storms take toll at Club World Cup
LOS ANGELES - Furnace-like heat and the threat of thunder and lightning are wreaking havoc at the Club World Cup -- and more of the same is likely at the 2026 World Cup. With a brutal heatwave blanketing swathes of the eastern United States, adapting to the weather has become a key focus for coaches and players. Fans of Flamengo sit in their stands ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025 Group D football match between US Los Angeles FC and Brazil's CR Flamengo at the Camping World stadium in Orlando on June 24, 2025. (Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA / AFP) Borussia Dortmund took the unusual step of leaving their substitutes in the dressing room for the first half of their game against Mamelodi Sundowns in Cincinnati, rather than have them sitting on the bench in blazing sunshine. Chelsea coach Enzo Maresca meanwhile cut short his team's training session in Philadelphia on Monday as the City of Brotherly Love baked in temperatures of 99 degrees Fahrenheit (37.2 degrees Celsisu). Dortmund coach Niko Kovac, meanwhile, said the weather could ultimately shape the destiny of the tournament. "I think that this tournament will be decided not by the best team, but the team that can adapt to these weather conditions the best. They will probably win this tournament," Kovac said. While cooling breaks midway through each half have become standard during the tournament, Dortmund, like other teams, are taking extra steps to mitigate the brutal heat and humidity. "Our boys are very well taken care of by our doctors and the medical staff," Kovac said. "We have very cold towels. We put them in ice baths. The boys also need to cool down their legs and their feet in cold water and ice baths." The experience of the Club World Cup is likely a preview of what can be expected at next year's men's World Cup in the United States, Canada and Mexico. A recent study published by the International Journal of Biometeorology warned of the risk posed by extreme heat at the tournament for players and spectators, citing climate change as a cause of "extreme heat" events that were "more frequent and intense". Storm disruptions The study concluded that 14 of the 16 host cities being used for the 2026 World Cup experienced temperatures that frequently exceeded the commonly accepted safe thresholds for wet bulb globe temperature (WBGT) -- a widely used measure for heat stress. The study argued for games to be scheduled outside of the afternoon windows when conditions were typically at their most fierce. In addition to the brutal heat and humidity, teams at the Club World Cup have also had to deal with matches being halted due to the threat of lightning. On Tuesday, Boca Juniors' game against Auckland City became the fifth match of the tournament to experience a lengthy delay due to public safety regulations used in the United States that mandate play is halted whenever lightning is within 10 miles (16.1 kilometres) of a stadium. A weather delay in Benfica's game against Auckland led to an interruption in play of nearly two hours. National Weather Service official Ben Schott, who advises FIFA and the US World Cup taskforce for 2026, says the kind of weather affecting the ongoing competition is not out of the ordinary, and said teams and fans next year should plan accordingly. "Nothing that we're seeing right now is unusual even though we are breaking records," Schott told AFP. "Most of the eastern United States is breaking records, and then that happens almost every summer. To expect something similar next year as a possibility is something that people should prepare for if you're going to come and enjoy the games." While roasting heat was an issue when the United States last hosted the World Cup finals in 1994, no games at that tournament were halted by storm warnings. That is due to increasingly sophisticated forecasting technology, Schott said. "We're at a point now where we can start to see things almost a week in advance and predict them pretty accurately, as compared to 15-20 years ago," Schott said. "The advances in meteorology since we last had the World Cup here in 1994 have been substantial." Schott said thunder and lightning were "par for the course" in several regions of North America. "This is pretty typical for United States weather for this time of the year," Schott said. "We get a lot of moisture that pumps in from the Gulf of Mexico, and they get the afternoon thunderstorms pop up. "So as we move towards World Cup 2026, things that we're seeing right now would be quite typical to be seen again." FIFA did not immediately respond to a request for comment when contacted by AFP. - AFP
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
🔎 What to watch out for this Friday at the Club World Cup
🔎 What to watch out for this Friday at the Club World Cup The second round of group matches continues on Friday at the FIFA Club World Cup, and here at OneFootball we bring you the most interesting highlights of the day. Register on DAZN to watch ALL FIFA Club World Cup matches for FREE. Who's playing today? 👀 📸 PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA - AFP or licensors Advertisement Will Bayern unleash their full offensive fury again against Boca Juniors? The challenge grows for the German champions in a completely different setting from their debut against Auckland City. Today is also an important day in Group D, with Flamengo and Chelsea on display, both seeking the top spot. LAFC and Espérance play to avoid packing their bags early. Player to watch 🔎 📸 Dylan Buell - 2025 Getty Images His hat trick in the first matchday was a delight for those of us who have been waiting for his return to the scene after his injury. He's one of the world's top young talents, and today, against Boca, he faces the kind of match that can define careers. Must-see video 🎥 The one who appears in the middle of the water as the hours pass before the clash with Bayern is Sebastián Battaglia, Boca Juniors legend, who receives a well-deserved ovation and chants from his fans. Fun facts 📊 Flamengo have kept a clean sheet in seven of their last eight matches. Auckland City's last six Club World Cup matches have ended with a combined score of 21-1 against them. Espérance of Tunisia always wins when they score first. This has been the case in their last nine matches. Our prediction Benfica-Auckland City 4-1 Flamengo-Chelsea 2-1 LAFC-Esperance 2-2 Bayern-Boca Juniors 3-1 Advertisement This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇪🇸 here. 📸 PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA - AFP or licensors
Newsweek
16-06-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
How to Watch Boca Juniors vs Benfica: Live Stream FIFA Club World Cup, TV Channel
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Benfica and Boca Juniors will kick off their Club World Cup campaigns on Monday night at Miami's Hard Rock Stadium, opening play in what's shaping up to be a wildly entertaining Group C. Benfica's Portuguese defender #4 Antonio Silva celebrates scoring a goal during the Portuguese League football match between SL Benfica and CD Santa Clara at the Luz stadium in Lisbon on September 14, 2024. Benfica's Portuguese defender #4 Antonio Silva celebrates scoring a goal during the Portuguese League football match between SL Benfica and CD Santa Clara at the Luz stadium in Lisbon on September 14, 2024. Photo by PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images How to Watch Boca Juniors vs Benfica: Date: Monday, June 16, 2025 Time: 6:00 PM ET Venue: Hard Rock Stadium, Miami, Florida Stream: DAZN (WATCH FOR FREE) On one side, you've got Benfica, one of the most storied clubs in European football, with a legacy of legends and a hunger to prove they can hang with the modern elite. On the other hand, the ever-passionate Boca Juniors, bringing the fire of Argentine football and a fanbase that treats every match like a final. This will be a battle of the heavyweights in the group-stager opener, and the stakes are high. Both sides know they will have a tricky path, with underdogs Auckland City capable of surprises and Bayern Munich looming large as the group's powerhouse. A win on Monday wouldn't just be three points, but it would be a statement. This is a great Club World Cup matchup; make sure to tune in and catch all the action. You can view this match with a subscription to DAZN, which can be upgraded to premium HD image quality without advertisements. Live stream every 2025 FIFA Club World Cup with DAZN: Start your subscription now! Club World Cup Potential Lineups Boca Juniors: Marchesin; Blondel, Battaglia, Rojo, Blanco; Delgado, Herrera; Zeballos, Palacios, Zenon; Merentiel Benfica: Trubin; Araujo, A. Silva, Otamendi, Carreras; Aursnes, Luis, Kokcu; Di Maria, Pavlidis, Akturkoglu If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.
Newsweek
21-05-2025
- Politics
- Newsweek
We Are the Oceans
The oceans belong to all of us. They feed and protect our peoples. They inspire dreams and enable travel. They offer sustainable energy, means to trade, resources, and infinite scientific knowledge. One in three people relies on the oceans for their livelihood, yet they remain little-known, with neither global governance nor the financing needed for their preservation. The dangers they face are great and can be seen in the worrying numbers: more than 8 million tons of plastic end up in the oceans every year, according to a study in Science; more than a third of fish stocks suffer overfishing; while ocean acidification, rising sea levels and the destruction of marine ecosystems gain pace—direct consequences of climate change. More than ever before, we must make sure that multilateral action is equal to the challenges of protecting the oceans. Santo Amaro de Oeiras beach is covered by sea foam after the passage of Storm Martinho in Oeiras, Portugal, on March 20. Santo Amaro de Oeiras beach is covered by sea foam after the passage of Storm Martinho in Oeiras, Portugal, on March 20. PATRICIA DE MELO MOREIRA/AFP via Getty Images France will be hosting the third United Nations Ocean Conference (UNOC) on conserving and sustainably using the oceans, seas, and marine resources for sustainable development June 9 to Jun 13. For this crucial event, some 100 heads of state and government will converge, as well as tens of thousands of researchers, scientists, people of business and finance, activists and citizens from around the world. On this occasion, France's aim will be clear: protecting the oceans through tangible action. Ten years after COP21 and the Paris Agreement, which established a binding global framework to limit climate change, this UNOC, in Nice, offers a historic opportunity. The "Nice Ocean Agreements" will form an international compact for conservation and sustainable use of the oceans, fully in line with the sustainable development goals adopted by the United Nations in 2015. To make this work, the talks in Nice need to be action-focused and practical, not pie in the sky, but rather aiming for better governance, more financing and greater knowledge of the seas. When it comes to governance, the Agreement on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Marine Biological Diversity of Areas beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ Agreement) is essential. The high seas, which represent more than 60 percent of the oceans, are currently the only space not governed by international law. The lack of oversight and common rules is causing a real social and environmental disaster, with massive hydrocarbon and plastic pollution, illegal and unregulated fishing techniques, and the taking of protected mammals. To end this legal vacuum, we need the BBNJ Agreement to come into force. To achieve that, it must be ratified by 60 countries. The protection of the oceans also requires public and private financing and support for a sustainable blue economy. To continue enjoying the incredible economic opportunities offered by the oceans, we need to make sure marine resources can regenerate. In Nice, several commitments will be announced for global trade, shipping, tourism and investment. Lastly, how can we protect what we don't know or understand sufficiently? We must enhance our knowledge of the oceans and share it better. Today, we are capable of mapping the surface of the Moon or of Mars, but the depths of the oceans—which cover 70 percent of Earth's surface—remain unknown. Together, we need to put science, innovation and education to work to better understand the oceans and raise public awareness. The oceans are not just one more issue of environmental concern: they are everyone's business. Even as multilateralism becomes more challenging, we must not forget our shared responsibility. The oceans join us all together and are central to our future. Only Together, can we make the third UNOC a turning point for our peoples, for future generations and for our planet. This conference is not about things that are far in the future or far from American shores. It is important to remember that the United States has the world's largest maritime space. Through various scientific agencies, it produces highly valued knowledge for better understanding the oceans. Some U.S. companies are at the forefront of an innovative and sustainable blue economy and the US administration aims to revitalize its domestic maritime industries. The Ocean Caucuses in the Senate and the House are both bipartisan, a reminder that the challenges and opportunities of the oceans unite us all. We look forward to welcome U.S. stake holders in Nice for that historical Summit. Laurent Bili is the ambassador of France in the United States. The views expressed in this article are the writer's own.
