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Adidas faces boycott calls over 'single shoe' campaign with former Israel soldier and amputee

Biton lost his left leg in May 2021 while serving in the IDF’s Nahal Brigade during Operation Guardian of the Walls.

Shalev Biton, Israeli athlete and amputee who lost his left leg in May 2021 while serving in the IDF’s Nahal Brigade during Operation Guardian of the Walls.
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FUTSAL IS a growing phenomenon throughout Israel, with its unique blend of sport and cuture.

Futsal’s ‘Shefel Cup’ returns to Jaffa Port

 Adidas drone show sparks outrage over imagery of shoe 'stepping' on the Acropolis.

Adidas drone show sparks outrage over imagery of shoe 'stepping' on the Acropolis


Adidas launches probe into misconduct allegations against Kanye West

Adidas said it initiated the probe after receiving an anonymous letter making several allegations against Kanye West.

 A pair of Yeezy shoes are seen in a Foot Locker store on the day Adidas terminated its partnership with the American rapper and designer Kanye West, now known as Ye, in Garden City, New York, US, October 25, 2022.

Music streaming platforms should respond to Kanye West - opinion

While the US Constitution states that Americans have the freedom of speech, it does not protect them from the consequences of things they say.

 Kanye West (illustrative).

Adidas to partner with ADL on fighting antisemitism in sports

Adidas ended its relationship with West weeks after the rapper began making antisemitic comments, satisfying the ADL’s demands.

 ADL CEO Jonathan Greenblatt.

Adidas to release Kanye West's Yeezy products without name, branding

Adidas is the sole owner of the Yeezy line design rights, and selling it without the name and branding will save the company $300 million in royalties and marketing without Kanye West.

 A pair of Yeezy shoes are seen in a Foot Locker store on the day Adidas terminated its partnership with the American rapper and designer Kanye West, now known as Ye, in Garden City, New York, US, October 25, 2022.

Adidas slashes 2022 outlook after Kanye West split

Adidas now expects its currency-neutral revenue to grow at a low-single-digit rate in 2022, down from a previously forecast mid-single-digit rate.

 A pair of Yeezy shoes are seen in a Foot Locker store on the day Adidas terminated its partnership with the American rapper and designer Kanye West, now known as Ye, in Garden City, New York, US, October 25, 2022.

Kanye loses billionaire status, 50% of net worth after Adidas cuts ties

According to Forbes Magazine, the loss of West's $1.5 billion deal with Adidas has left him with a net worth of just $400 million.

  Kanye West at Milk Studios on June 28, 2016 in Hollywood, California. adidas and Kanye West announce the future of their partnership: adidas + KANYE WEST

Adidas cuts ties with Kanye West over antisemitism, 'offensive behavior'

German sporting goods maker Adidas ended its partnership with American rapper Kanye West, following a rash of offensive behavior.

 US rapper Kanye West (C), attends the Givenchy Spring-Summer 2023 fashion show during the Paris Womenswear Fashion Week, in Paris, on October 2, 2022.

The Nazi history of Adidas; the sportswear giant hasn't dropped Kanye West

Adidas' partnership with Kanye West is nearly a decade old and extremely lucrative. His Yeezy line brought the company an estimate $2 billion in revenue this year.

Rapper Kanye West makes a point as he holds his first rally in support of his presidential bid in North Charleston, South Carolina, US July 19, 2020.

Kim Kardashian speaks out against ex-husband Kanye West's antisemitism

Gigi Hadid reposted Amy Schumer's Instagram post calling for the support of the Jewish people and standing up against the rise of antisemitism.

Kim Kardashian

Kanye West dropped by talent agency after weeks of antisemitic outbursts

The agency had been facing increased calls in recent days to stop representing Kanye West, as multiple other people announced boycotts or the ending of professional ties.

 Recording artist Kanye West performs onstage at the 2015 iHeartRadio Music Festival at MGM Grand Garden Arena on September 18, 2015 in Las Vegas, Nevada.