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LA hotel leaders warn Mayor Bass' $30 wage mandate is killing business ahead of World Cup, Olympics

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LA hotel leaders warn Mayor Bass' $30 wage mandate is killing business ahead of World Cup, Olympics

Foxnews.com

LA hotel leaders warn the city’s $30/hour minimum wage by 2028 could limit room availability during major events like the Olympics.
AHLA says the wage mandate raises costs and reduces hiring and total labor hours for LA hotels.
LA’s events portfolio including the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics increases pressure on hotels to adapt staffing models.
AHLA urges consideration of market conditions and flexibility in implementing wage laws affecting hotels.
Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martínez defended the wage hike, criticizing opposition for misinformation.
The report links wage policy to a shrinking luxury and dining market in LA hotels.
Mayor Bass’s wage mandate aims to raise pay, with city officials emphasizing staff growth and opportunity.
74% of surveyed members believe Los Angeles is not a good place for long-term hotel investment.
The wage plan is tied to several upcoming global events hosted by LA, including the Olympics in 2028.

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FIFA president Infantino: Iran 'for sure' will play at World Cup

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sports8h ago

FIFA president Infantino: Iran 'for sure' will play at World Cup

Espn.com and 1 more

Infantino reaffirmed that Iran will participate in the World Cup in the U.S. as scheduled, despite ongoing U.S.–Iran tensions.
Iran's players and delegation are motivated to play and view their participation as representing their people and qualifications.
Infantino noted all three Iran group-stage matches are set to be played in the United States, aligning with the World Cup's U.S.-host arrangement.
Infantino visited Iran's team during a training camp in Turkey and emphasized that Iran really wants to play and that sports should be outside politics.
Iran's delegation is required to arrive at its Tucson training camp by June 10, ahead of the tournament running June 11 to July 19.
Iran's group-stage schedule includes a matchups setup in U.S. venues, with fixtures against New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt.
The World Cup is co-hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, shaping Iran's travel and scheduling amid politics.
Infantino highlighted that the Iran discussion included the idea of keeping sports separate from politics.
Infantino's remarks come amid travel and participation uncertainties due to U.S.–Iran tensions, underscoring FIFA's stance on Iranian participation.

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Crocker, Mascherano exits shock game – so what now? Plus: Liverpool’s miserable six minutes

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sports16h ago

Crocker, Mascherano exits shock game – so what now? Plus: Liverpool’s miserable six minutes

Nytimes.com

Crocker resigns as U.S. Soccer sporting director two months before a home World Cup, with interim leadership taking over.
Crocker says the planning is done and offers to help if needed, signaling a smooth transition for the team.
Mascherano leaves Inter Miami by personal choice after a 2025 MLS Cup win, with Guillermo Hoyos set to interim‑coach.
Liverpool suffer a 4-0 aggregate defeat to PSG as VAR and missed chances expose issues ahead of summer signings.
Arne Slot comments on Hillsborough law as Liverpool’s season continues amid heavy discussions on football governance.
Barcelona knocked out by Atletico Madrid after VAR decisions and late goals affect the tie.
Inter Miami’s Mascherano era ends with personal reasons cited as the club contemplates its next steps.
The Athletic provides a digest of multiple big moves and recent commentary across European football.

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MLS will have fewer US World Cup players than ever. Its impact is being felt anyway

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sports16h ago

MLS will have fewer US World Cup players than ever. Its impact is being felt anyway

Theguardian.com

The 2026 World Cup could see just two MLS players start for the USMNT, signaling a shift in the league's footprint.
MLS has shifted from hoarding national-team players to incubating domestic youth and regional talent.
MLS academies and early development are central to producing future USMNT players, even if they don’t start at a World Cup.
The Guardian argues the USMNT’s World Cup roster may reflect MLS’s reduced direct imprint but still shows MLS DNA through academy-trained players.
In 1998, MLS started 7 USMNT players per World Cup match, a figure that has trended downward in subsequent tournaments.
Historically, MLS recruited established stars in 2014 but has since refocused on youth and academy players.
US Soccer’s sporting director Matt Crocker left for a role with Saudi Arabia as the World Cup looms.
The Guardian cites MLS’s academy success in developing a large share of players for the USMNT.
The article frames the USMNT World Cup as a potential referendum on MLS’s development strategy.
Despite a smaller MLS footprint, MLS presence remains through players who developed in MLS academies and first teams.
The Guardian emphasizes MLS’s long-term strategy of developing youth and regional talent over star acquisitions.

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Duracell Taps Lionel Messi to Power Promotions During World Cup

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sports14h ago

Duracell Taps Lionel Messi to Power Promotions During World Cup

Variety.com

Duracell launches a new Messi-led promo tied to the World Cup, using a power-boost concept.
The spots will air across Fox, Telemundo, YouTube, and Amazon during the World Cup.
Duracell sees potential for a longer-running campaign if the concept resonates with audiences.
Limited-edition Messi-branded battery packs are set for May, expanding the tie-in.
Duracell built on a similar Super Bowl LIX concept to extend the campaign’s life.
Duracell aims to capitalize on live sports to draw live, national audiences.
Executives are exploring future partners or GOATs for similar campaigns.
Shared plan includes cross-channel promotions across TV, online, and audio.
Campaign follows a 2025 Super Bowl effort with a similar concept.

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Football legend Sir Geoff Hurst is releasing his own beer for the World Cup

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sports13h ago

Football legend Sir Geoff Hurst is releasing his own beer for the World Cup

Dailystar.co.uk

Geoff Hurst launches '60 Years of Hurst' beer with Greene King to mark England's 1966 World Cup win.
The beer, a 4% golden pale ale, aims to be perfect for watching football with friends.
For every pint sold, 5p goes to Diverse Abilities, a Dorset charity.
The beer will be available in Greene King pubs nationwide from May.
Hurst hints at retirement from public events while promoting the beer launch.
The partnership aligns with loosening pub rules for England and Scotland knockout games.
The launch ties into a broader push to bring fans back to boozers this summer.
Sir Geoff Hurst remains England’s last surviving World Cup winner featured in the campaign.
A charitable angle is highlighted with a portion of proceeds supporting Diverse Abilities.
The Daily Star reports the beer and its benefits in connection with the World Cup celebrations.

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‘Balls Up’ Review: Ugly Americans Face the Wrath of Brazil in a Disposable Comic Jaunt for Mark Wahlberg and Paul Walter Hauser

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entertainment12h ago

‘Balls Up’ Review: Ugly Americans Face the Wrath of Brazil in a Disposable Comic Jaunt for Mark Wahlberg and Paul Walter Hauser

Variety.com and 2 more

Balls Up leverages Wahlberg and Hauser's dynamic to deliver a frenetic, raunchy buddy quest that spirals through a World Cup‑era misadventure, testing loyalty and nerve.
The film nods to blunt Farrelly humor while pursuing a streaming‑friendly pace, but some sequences stumble in establishing a consistent rhythm.
Sacha Baron Cohen’s over-the-top turn as Pavio Curto injects chaos, pushing the duo toward bolder antics and sharper energy.
The premise centers on a testicle‑covering condom concept, using a chaotic sponsorship fallout to fuel the farcical sprint across Brazil.
The movie unfolds as a wide, episodic journey—from chases to prison escapes—set against a sun‑soaked Brazilian backdrop that amplifies the chaos.
Wahlberg and Hauser anchor the tone with a live‑wire, classic buddy‑comedy energy that shepherds the comedy through its wilder moments.
Prime Video’s streaming release positions Balls Up as broad, mass‑appeal entertainment rather than a lasting, memory‑stacking comedy.
The production blends Skydance and Amazon MGM’s strategy, fusing a familiar Farrelly‑style romp with contemporary streaming sensibilities.
Clocking in at 106 minutes with an R rating, Balls Up delivers brisk juvenile humor that is divisive among audiences.
THR’s review frames the film as a raunchy throwback that lands unevenly, with Cohen and Shannon helping cushion the punchlines amid the film’s structural looseness.
The THR review notes that the project premieres direct‑to‑streaming, reflecting a shift in how raunchy comedies are packaged for modern audiences.

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Valvoline's top marketer explains what it's like to launch a FIFA World Cup campaign — and how he'll judge success

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business11h ago

Valvoline's top marketer explains what it's like to launch a FIFA World Cup campaign — and how he'll judge success

Businessinsider.com

Valvoline launches its first FIFA World Cup sponsorship led by Chief Brand Officer Michael Kirtman.
Campaign aims to expand Valvoline beyond North America with a multi-regional rollout.
Valvoline allocates half of its media budget to TV, with the rest for digital channels.
Executives emphasize real business metrics over vanity KPIs like impressions and clicks.
World Cup is expected to drive a multi-billion ad spend surge globally.
Valvoline's World Cup ad follows a family journey to attend a soccer match.
Campaign timing begins in Mexico and will roll out to the US, China, India, and Saudi Arabia.
Kirtman notes geopolitical and travel factors influence planning for the World Cup campaign.
Valvoline prioritizes flexibility and data to adjust media placement by region.
Valvoline aims to turn World Cup visibility into measurable business results.

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World Cup Transit Is Broken Before It Has Begun | Defector

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sports11h ago

World Cup Transit Is Broken Before It Has Begun | Defector

Defector.com

NJ Transit plans to charge more than $100 for round-trip World Cup tickets from Meadowlands to New York Penn Station.
MBTA announced round-trip prices for World Cup service, including $80 express and $95 direct shuttle tickets.
The article argues local hosting cities bear costs while FIFA pockets revenue from official parking fees.
Federal support is discussed, with the FTA funding improvements but local costs remain high.
The piece contrasts U.S. transit pricing with Germany’s 2024 European Championship travel pass.
The analysis notes that host stadiums in the U.S. are often accessible only via special services, raising price concerns.
The article highlights a broader American car-centric travel culture contributing to pricing issues.
Some host cities like Seattle and Philadelphia offer walking or ordinary transit access to venues.
The piece suggests that host cities lack direct benefit from World Cup revenues beyond transport services.
The article concludes that taxpayers and commuters bear the burden while FIFA profits from parking.

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Texans' Home Stadium Gets a Familiar New Name

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business3h ago

Texans' Home Stadium Gets a Familiar New Name

Si.com

Reliant Energy will rename the Texans' home stadium back to Reliant Stadium for 2026 and beyond.
NRG Stadium reverts after 12 years as NRG, returning ownership to Reliant Energy under a long-term deal.
Fans reportedly supported the change, with a survey indicating strong approval for returning to the Rel iant name.
The change was initiated by Reliant Energy, not the Texans organization, aligning with partnership goals.
Texans president Mike Tomon expressed approval of the rebranding as the team marks its 25th season.
Reliant Energy described the move as strengthening trust and momentum with customers.
The stadium will officially display the Rel iant name after the World Cup Round of 16, with a July transition window.
The rebranding extends the partnership at least until the 2032 season under a 30-year agreement.
The stadium’s name change connects the Texans with a longstanding partner and fan history.
The event will impact branding for the Texans’ home venue through the 2032 season.

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