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sports11 days ago•2 min saved

Verstappen could stay with Red Bull as ambassador after F1 exit

Max Verstappen could remain linked to Red Bull as an ambassador even if he steps away from driving after 2026, with a post-driving role likely for at least two years while his Red Bull contract runs to 2028. The Race says his loyalty and marketing pull could let Red Bull keep him in a non-driving capacity, potentially alongside the Verstappen.com GT3 project; he could trigger an exit clause before October if he’s outside the top two in the world championship, though a later return to F1 isn’t guaranteed.

via F1 Oversteer|

#ambassador #formula-one #red-bull-racing

world18 days ago•3 min saved

Lebanon declares Iranian ambassador persona non grata amid intensified Israeli strikes

Lebanon’s Foreign Ministry withdrew accreditation from Iran’s ambassador, declared him persona non grata, and ordered his departure by Sunday, while also summoning Lebanon’s envoy to Tehran for consultations, citing Tehran’s breaches of diplomatic norms as Israel continues air and ground attacks in Lebanon amid broader US-Israel tensions with Iran.

via Al Jazeera|

#ambassador #diplomacy #iran

politics1 month ago•6 min saved

Rushed Mandelson ambassadorship flagged amid Epstein links

First batch of Mandelson papers shows Keir Starmer was warned of reputational risks ahead of appointing Peter Mandelson as US ambassador, connected to his Epstein ties and prior sackings; documents reveal Mandelson sought a severance of over £500k (settled at £75k), a senior adviser calling the appointment 'weirdly rushed', and Mandelson helping arrange a 2002 Blair–Epstein meeting. No proven wrongdoing is established, and more documents are expected as police investigations continue.

via BBC|

#ambassador #epstein #government-documents

world1 month ago•18 min saved

Epstein Ties Undermined Mandelson Appointment as U.S. Ambassador, Files Reveal

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer was warned in 2024 that appointing Peter Mandelson—linked to Jeffrey Epstein—as ambassador to the United States posed a general reputational risk, with vetting documents noting a long, close relationship and even Mandelson staying at Epstein’s home. The affair deepened after Mandelson was fired in 2025 amid the controversy, as U.S. and U.K. investigations continued and authorities redacted documents pending legal or security concerns. Starmer apologized for the decision and called for ethics reforms as more files are released.

via The New York Times|

#ambassador #epstein #mandelson

world2 months ago•2 min saved

Norway's ambassador resigns amid Epstein ties scrutiny

Norway's ambassador Mona Juul resigned after a ministry probe into her and her husband Terje Rød-Larsen's ties to Jeffrey Epstein; Epstein left $10 million to their children, prompting an Økokrim investigation into Juul for gross corruption and into Rød-Larsen for aiding and abetting gross corruption. The ministry is also reviewing funding and contacts with the International Peace Institute, while Juul says her Epstein contact was sporadic and private, not part of her official duties.

via PBS|

#ambassador #epstein #investigation

world2 months ago•4 min saved

Norway diplomat resigns over Epstein links

Norway’s ambassador to Jordan and Iraq Mona Juul resigned after Epstein-file revelations showed contacts with Jeffrey Epstein, with the Foreign Minister calling it a serious lapse in judgment and an investigation launched to determine the impact on her duties.

via politico.eu|

#ambassador #diplomacy #epstein

world2 months ago•3 min saved

Iceland Demands Clarity After US Nominee’s 52nd-State Joke

Iceland demanded clarification from the United States after Billy Long, Trump’s pick for ambassador to Iceland, joked that Iceland could become the 52nd U.S. state, prompting a petition to reject him and fueling tensions amid Greenland ownership debates and Arctic security concerns.

via politico.eu|

#ambassador #billy-long #greenland

business2 months ago•2 min saved

Nike lands first pickleball partnership with No. 1 star Anna Leigh Waters

Nike signs the sport’s No. 1 player, Anna Leigh Waters, in its first pickleball deal, naming her a global ambassador and outfitting her in apparel and footwear across all events; terms weren’t disclosed as she competes at the Carvana Masters, signaling Nike’s broader push into a rapidly growing sport.

via CNBC|

#ambassador #anna-leigh-waters #business

environment3 months ago•1 min saved

Craig, the Iconic Beer-Ambassador Elephant, Passes Away at 54

Craig, a renowned 54-year-old male tusker elephant and a symbol of conservation success in Kenya's Amboseli National Park, has died of natural causes. Known for his impressive tusks and calm demeanor, he was also a brand ambassador for Tusker beer and a major tourist attraction, representing Africa's natural heritage. His death marks the loss of one of the last remaining super tuskers, highlighting the importance of wildlife preservation.

via BBC|

#ambassador #conservation #elephant

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Canada appoints former BlackRock executive Mark Wiseman as U.S. ambassador

Canada has appointed former BlackRock executive Mark Wiseman as its new ambassador to the US, a key role during ongoing negotiations over the US-Canada trade relationship, including the review of the USMCA agreement. Wiseman's extensive experience in finance and previous connections to Canadian leadership position him to help navigate critical trade and diplomatic issues between the two countries.

via The Guardian|

#ambassador #canada #mark-wiseman

world3 months ago•2 min saved

Canada appoints ex-BlackRock executive Mark Wiseman as US ambassador

Canada's prime minister, Mark Carney, has appointed former BlackRock executive Mark Wiseman as Canada's ambassador to the US to help navigate strained US-Canada relations and upcoming trade negotiations, amid ongoing tensions and a review of the CUSMA trade deal.

via BBC|

#ambassador #canada #trade

world3 months ago•2 min saved

UK appoints Christian Turner as new ambassador to the US

The UK has appointed Christian Turner as its new ambassador to the US, replacing Peter Mandelson who was dismissed due to his association with Jeffrey Epstein. Turner, with nearly 30 years of diplomatic experience, will navigate complex relations with the US, including issues related to Ukraine, tech deals, and the UK-US relationship, during a pivotal time in transatlantic diplomacy.

via BBC|

#ambassador #christian-turner #diplomacy

world3 months ago•1 min saved

Christian Turner appointed as UK ambassador to the US

Christian Turner has been appointed as the new UK ambassador to the United States, marking a significant diplomatic move.

via Financial Times|

#ambassador #christian-turner #diplomacy

world6 months ago•2 min saved

South Africa's Ambassador to France Dies Near Paris Hotel

South Africa's ambassador to France, Nkosinathi Mthethwa, was found dead in Paris, with investigations suggesting a possible suicide after he left a message for his wife. Mthethwa, a distinguished public servant and former minister, was last seen booking a room on the 22nd floor of a Paris hotel, and his death has prompted condolences from South African President Cyril Ramaphosa. The circumstances are under investigation by French authorities.

via DW|

#ambassador #france #nkosinathi-mthethwa

world6 months ago•1 min saved

South African Ambassador to France Nathi Mthethwa Found Dead in Paris

South African ambassador to France, Nkosinathi Mthethwa, was found dead outside a Paris hotel, with investigations suggesting he likely committed suicide. Mthethwa, who previously served as South Africa's Minister of Police, was reported missing by his wife, and a secured window was found forced open in his hotel room. The circumstances of his death are under investigation, and South African President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed deep grief over his passing.

via CBS News|

#ambassador #france #nkosinathi-mthethwa