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CEO Matt Kendrick and President Joe Flannery of Good Good Golf have left the company after an ad sparked outrage for depicting a man shoving a woman, leading to calls for a boycott of Callaway products. The company has appointed an interim CEO, while Callaway has ended its partnership, and retailers have pulled Good Good merchandise.
Dutch public broadcaster AVROTROS has announced it will not participate in the 2026 Eurovision Song Contest, citing a loss of neutrality due to international conflicts, particularly the Gaza war. The decision follows a series of boycotts over Israel's participation and comes as the event faces declining viewership.
The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) announced new rules barring countries in armed conflict or geopolitical instability from hosting Eurovision, though they may still compete. The decision comes amid boycotts over Israel's participation and criticism of perceived double standards.
UEFA has reaffirmed its boycott of FIFA tournaments, insisting that conditions for collaboration remain unmet despite Gianni Infantino withdrawing his proposal to sell stakes in the World Cup and other events. The European body cited a lack of trust in Infantino's leadership as a lasting obstacle.
FIFA has reaffirmed its commitment to consulting on plans to bring private capital into the World Cup and other tournaments, despite UEFA's unanimous vote to boycott and strong opposition from other regional confederations. The proposed FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) would be a $20 billion subsidiary with 20% external investment, led by a fund managed by Joshua Kushner.
Iranians in Los Angeles are deeply split as the national football team prepares for the World Cup, with some supporting the team and others viewing it as a proxy for the Tehran government, calling for a boycott. Protests are expected outside the stadium while many in the community simply want to enjoy the games.
Starbucks Korea has suffered a significant drop in sales following a firestorm of public criticism over a controversial 'Tank Day' marketing campaign that evoked memories of the bloody 1980 Gwangju Uprising. The local operator's parent company, Shinsegae Group, has issued public apologies and fired the CEO, as calls for a boycott gain traction among government officials and the public.
Bulgaria won the Eurovision Song Contest for the first time, with Israel placing second amid a record boycott over the Gaza war. Bulgarian singer Darina Yotova triumphed with “Bangaranga” at the Vienna final. The event saw the largest political boycott in Eurovision history, with five countries refusing to participate or broadcast.
Bulgaria's win at Eurovision 2025 has sparked fierce debate as a wave of boycotts against Israel grows. Many view the outcome as a sign of deep political divisions, with organizers facing pressure from social and political movements.
