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What it means when we hoist foreign countries’ flags during the World Cup

Special events need special celebrations, so hoisting foreign flags pales in comparison to the magnitude of the stakes at play.

Football: Barcelona withdraw appeal over fines for pro-Catalan flags

Barcelona have agreed to withdraw an appeal against fines imposed by UEFA last year after their supporters waved pro-Catalan independence flags at two matches, European soccer's governing body said on Monday.

Rio Olympics 2016: Flag-flub sparks Chinese fury

Most of the five stars on the Chinese flags being used at medal ceremonies at the Rio Olympics are misaligned, officials say, prompting a diplomatic protest and online fury.

November 17, 2022
November 17, 2022

What it means when we hoist foreign countries’ flags during the World Cup

Special events need special celebrations, so hoisting foreign flags pales in comparison to the magnitude of the stakes at play.

December 20, 2016
December 20, 2016

Football: Barcelona withdraw appeal over fines for pro-Catalan flags

Barcelona have agreed to withdraw an appeal against fines imposed by UEFA last year after their supporters waved pro-Catalan independence flags at two matches, European soccer's governing body said on Monday.

August 8, 2016
August 8, 2016

Rio Olympics 2016: Flag-flub sparks Chinese fury

Most of the five stars on the Chinese flags being used at medal ceremonies at the Rio Olympics are misaligned, officials say, prompting a diplomatic protest and online fury.