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U.S. soccer agrees to equal pay for men and women, in historic deal
U.S. soccer has agreed to an equal pay deal for men and women, in a major development
The U.S. Soccer Federation (USSF) and the US women’s national team players association (USWNTPA) and the United States National Soccer Team Players Association (USNSTPA) have signed an equal pay deal.
It will see equal pay for male and female players for games and World Cup prize money.
In a bid to cement a global standard, US soccer will be “the first Federation in the world to equalize FIFA World Cup prize money”
“This is a truly historic moment, these agreements have changed the game forever here in the United States and have the potential to change the game around the world…
“US Soccer and the USWNT and USMNT players have reset their relationship with these new agreements and are leading us forward to an incredibly exciting new phase of mutual growth and collaboration as we continue our mission to become the preeminent sport in the United States.”
US Soccer President Cindy Parlow Cone’s statement
The agreement will also mean an equal portion of broadcast, partners, and sponsorship revenue will be divided into male and female teams.
It also includes significant support for child care, parental leave, and mental health support.
There is hope this move will inspire other soccer organisations around the world to do the same.
The major announcement comes six months before the USMNT is scheduled to take part in the 2022 World Cup in Qatar, on November 21
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Boeing 787 crashes in India, 242 on board
Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashes in India en route to London, injuring passengers amidst safety and production challenges for Boeing.
Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashes in India en route to London, injuring passengers amidst safety and production challenges for Boeing.
An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, while flying to London, injuring many passengers. This incident poses significant issues for Boeing, which is already dealing with safety concerns, and has prompted condolences from both Indian and U.K. leaders.
A Boeing 787 Dreamliner, operated by Air India, crashed in Ahmedabad, India, on June 12, 2025, while en route to London’s Gatwick Airport.
The aircraft departed at 1:38 p.m. local time with 230 passengers, including 169 Indians, 53 British, one Canadian, and seven Portuguese nationals.
Air India confirmed that injured passengers are being taken to nearby hospitals.
The 787 Dreamliner had operated for 14 years without a fatal incident before this crash.
Boeing response
Boeing expressed awareness of the situation and is gathering more information, although shares dropped drastically following the news.
This incident presents a significant challenge for Boeing, which has faced safety and production issues recently.
Local media reported smoke emanating from the crash site, and emergency responders were seen transporting individuals on stretchers.
The plane lost location data at 625 feet altitude and descending at 475 feet per minute before the crash.
The incident occurred in a residential area, prompting condolences from Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who stated his government will assist local authorities.
Air India, recently acquired by Tata Sons, has been navigating difficulties as the former state-run carrier.
The jet crash is part of a troubling year for aviation, following other serious incidents, including a 2018-2019 Boeing 737 MAX crash that resulted in over 300 fatalities.
U.K. Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed concern for affected families as the situation unfolds.
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Pentagon reviews AUKUS deal to align with Trump’s agenda
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