Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley has acquired luxury department store Harvey Nichols and increased his stake in Hugo Boss, signaling his ambition to gain a larger share of the high-end retail market.

Mike Ashley's Frasers Group, owner of Sports Direct, has acquired the luxury department store chain Harvey Nichols, with Ashley promising a 'Dunkirk spirit' as the company expands into the upmarket retail sector.

Mike Ashley, the boss of Sports Direct, has purchased luxury department store Harvey Nichols, which had previously warned it might cease trading without fresh funding.

A scandal has erupted in Slovenia after reports emerged of a brutal altercation at Bonifika stadium involving sports directors, a club president, and his son.

Mike Ashley, who made his fortune with Sports Direct, is reportedly seeking to gain influence in Hugo Boss, though a fashion expert suggests the brand's bigger threat is its perceived dullness.

Frasers Group has finalized its acquisition of Hervis sports retail stores in both Romania and Hungary, with the Hungarian stores now operating under the Sports Direct brand. This strategic move expands Frasers Group's retail presence in Central and Eastern Europe.

Frasers Group has completed the sale of its stake in Sports Direct Malaysia to MAP Active for a reported sum of $150 million.

Following Sanin Mirvić's resignation from FK Željezničar, the club faces numerous questions and is likely to lose its coach and sports director, requiring urgent solutions.

Bokelj's sports director Saša Balić spoke about the club's satisfaction with new coach Nenad Brnović and the ongoing preparations for the new season.

Real Madrid presidential candidate Enrique Riquelme announced that Raúl González would be his sports director if he wins the elections, also stating that Rodri would play for Real Madrid and promising to reveal a foreign player signing soon.

The Passports Directorate has deployed specialized teams to identify hospitalized and lost pilgrims during the Hajj season. This effort aims to assist and locate individuals facing difficulties during the pilgrimage.

Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley has confessed to arranging surveillance footage that led to the resignation of Peter Cowgill, the former chairman of rival retailer JD Sports.

A judge dismissed a €70,000 defamation case against Sports Direct, ruling that a "telling video" of an incident in their Earl Street store convinced the court that the plaintiff was not a victim of racist remarks.

Three young people in Sepsiszentgyörgy were reportedly beaten on the street after shouting the slogan of the Tisza Party. Coaches and the sports director of Sepsi OSK football club are allegedly involved, though the club denies political motivation.

The Polish Ministry of Interior and Administration is developing changes to the passport law that will allow citizens to receive their passports directly at home. The new legislation will also introduce a redesigned passport document.

The Saudi General Directorate of Passports has established strict validation requirements for electronic approvals via the Absher platform, mandating that the authorized individual must be a Saudi citizen.

Luxury department store Harvey Nichols, which had previously warned it might cease trading, has been acquired by the owner of Sports Direct.

Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley has expressed strong doubts about the future of department store chain Harvey Nichols, describing it as being in a 'death spiral,' even as he pursues an acquisition bid.

Frasers Group, owner of Sports Direct, has seen a boost from its takeover deals, with the retail vehicle continuing to pursue further acquisitions, including potential takeovers for Hugo Boss and Harvey Nichols, despite a tough economic backdrop.

BILD reports that Eintracht's sports director Markus Krösche allegedly purchased land in Croatia through the wife of agent Andy Bara, raising questions about a potential conflict of interest given his past dealings with Bara's players.

All Hervis stores across Hungary are set to close by the end of the year after being acquired by a new British owner, under whom they will reopen under the Sports Direct brand.

The former sports director of Dinamo Zagreb has unexpectedly departed from Željezničar after only a month in the position, leading to unusual scenes in the neighboring football club.

Partizan Football Club has appointed Radosav Raća Petrović as its new sports director, according to Sport klub.

EV Zug, the Swiss ice hockey club, is experiencing significant internal turmoil, with both the CEO and sports director departing, leading to questions about the club's leadership and performance.

Long-time national team basketball player and captain Dairis Bertāns has taken on the role of sports director for the Latvian men's national basketball teams, overseeing the entire men's program from U-level upwards.

Competition among major sports retailers in Finland is escalating with the opening of a large Sports Direct store directly opposite Helsinki's railway station, a move expected to further challenge smaller local shops.

In a rare interview the Sports Direct founder confirms he was behind the car park video that led to his rival’s demise

Serbian football club FK Partizan is reportedly inviting a renowned footballer to conclude his playing career at the club and take on the role of sports director.

Former Romanian international footballer Gabriel Tamas continues to balance roles as a sports director in a second-division club with frequent appearances on reality television shows, having already won one and potentially another.

FCK management is tasked with ensuring a good working relationship between Bo Svensson and the club's incoming sports director, highlighting the importance of team chemistry in leadership.

Company, which also owns Oasis, Warehouse and Karen Millen, to use cash to cut debts and fund turnaround Business live – latest updates The owner of Boohoo and Debenhams is raising £35m from shareholders in a move that could open a fresh conflict with Sports Direct founder Mike Ashley. The company, which also owns Oasis, Warehouse, Pretty Little Thing and Karen Millen, said on Tuesday that the new cash would help reduce debts and fund its turnaround plans. These involve slashing costs, selling off a distribution centre and operating Debenhams as an online marketplace for other brands. Continue reading...

The former director of sports for Guasave, Sinaloa, Mexico, has been detained in Utah and is facing charges related to fentanyl trafficking.

Slovenian football club Mura has reached a long-term agreement with American businessman Nebojša "Nash" Subotić, who will become the new strategic partner. The club also announced the appointment of a new sports director.

Mike Ashley's Frasers Group, owner of Sports Direct, has disclosed a 4% stake in luxury brand Burberry as it seeks to expand its presence in the high-end market.

Following Søren Wærenskjold's stage victory, Uno-X has achieved one of its major goals in the Tour de France, leading their Danish sports director to feel more relaxed.

Markus Krösche, sporting director for Eintracht Frankfurt, is facing media scrutiny in Germany over private real estate dealings involving a luxury villa on Dugi Otok, Croatia, and a former Croatian TV presenter.

Former captain Michal Kadlec, who led Slovácko to its greatest successes, is returning to the Uherské Hradiště club as its new sports manager, aiming to stabilize the team.

ÖFB team player Wanner is questionable for the match against Algeria due to a calf injury, having undergone an MRI examination on Thursday, though sports director Schöttel believes it's nothing serious.

(KSEE/KGPE) – Sports Director Scott Bemis recaps Saturday’s high school championship action, where a Redwood High hurdler showed that sometimes, you can win without winning.

Mindaugas Nikoličius is set for a career change, as the Lithuanian is expected to become the sports director for a prominent Israeli team.

Janne Laukkanen has been appointed as HIFK's sports director after a six-month recruitment process and is set to begin his role in August, with plans to announce in December when HIFK will win the Finnish championship.

Espoo's sports director expedited facility purchases to enable Esport Arena, which has faced financial difficulties for years, to shorten its loan repayment to the city.

Frasers Group is gradually phasing out the Hervis brand in Romania, with stores set to be refitted and rebranded as Sports Direct, starting this spring.

The Saudi Passports Directorate has designated the number 992 for inquiries related to expired visas, streamlining the process for residents and visitors.