Sports & Entertainment
BTS anniversary broadcast sparks Manila fan celebration
For millions of ARMY members worldwide, June 13 is more than an anniversary—it is a celebration of BTS’ enduring global influence and the bond the K-pop supergroup has built with fans over the years.
Muslim-friendly sports tourism could hit US$21B by 2030 – Mastercard report
Mastercard and CrescentRating have released a new report titled Proof Wins: The Convergence of Sports, Travel, and Faith, outlining the fast-growing economic potential of Muslim-friendly sports tourism worldwide. The study projects the market could expand from roughly US$11 billion in 2025 to US$17 billion by 2030, and rise further to US$21 billion if destinations and event organizers clearly deliver and communicate faith-aligned services throughout the travel experience.
Eala survives nerves, numbers, claims Birmingham trophy
A year ago, Alex Eala's stay in Birmingham ended after a single match. This year, she left with the biggest piece of luggage available: the championship trophy.
Eala overcomes rain, drama to reach Birmingham Open final
Rain clouds rolled in twice. Rebeka Masarova kept coming back. Alex Eala kept moving forward.
Eala turns Birmingham grass into familiar turf
The grass courts of Birmingham can be slippery places, full of awkward bounces and shortened rallies that punish hesitation. A year ago, Alex Eala found little comfort there, exiting early and leaving with more questions than answers.
