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UFC fight venue takes shape outside White House for Trump birthday event

Construction has begun on a UFC octagon outside the White House ahead of a fight night linked to Donald Trump’s 80th birthday celebrations and the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Euronews

Why did Adin Ross refuse UFC Freedom 250 appearance despite Donald Trump planning historic White House fight night?

Adin Ross said he will not attend UFC Freedom 250 at the White House after hearing rumors that Benjamin Netanyahu could be there. Ross shared the decision during a Kick livestream and said he prefers watching from home with his father. Meanwhile, UFC and White House staff are preparing the…

The Times of India

The White House Builds UFC Stage, And Everyone Has The Same Joke

The White House is turning into a UFC stadium and everyone online had the same joke about the sorry state of affairs. For those unaware, UFC Freedom 250 is coming on June 14. And, they’re holding this random event at The White House. The Donald Trump administration has cozied up…

The Mary Sue

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Indian-origin MMA fighter Hrishikesh Koloth killed in bear attack in Canada: ‘Wanted to fight in UFC’

A 27-year-old Indian-origin mixed martial arts (MMA) trainee who died in a rare bear attack in northern Saskatchewan, Canada has been identified as Hrishikesh Koloth, a fighter who dreamed of competing in the UFC, according to his family.

The Times of India

UFC White House fight: What to know about security plans after recent shootings raise concerns

A gunman was shot dead at a White House security checkpoint this week, with the UFC’s fight card looming

The Independent UK

Jake Gyllenhaal's masculinity crisis

With "In the Grey," Gyllenhaal performs machismo to the point of parody. What's muscling him out of better roles?

Salon

Dwayne Johnson and Adam Sandler among A-listers invited to White House UFC event

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The Independent UK

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From Tom Brady to the Rock: See the star-studded invite list for the UFC event on the White House lawn

Many of the A-list celebrities — whose attendance has not been confirmed — are longtime UFC aficionados

The Independent UK

White House UFC cage construction begins ahead of UFC Freedom 250 event

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The Independent UK

‘Desecration’: Despair as White House dwarfed by under construction UFC ring on South Lawn

In a way, this is a perfect symbol of modern America.

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Too Busy for His Own Son? Jimmy Kimmel Mocks Donald Trump for Wedding No-Show as Golf Trips Resurface

Donald Trump's absence from his son Don Jr.'s wedding in the Bahamas became a media talking point, with Jimmy Kimmel using it for comedic critique, highlighting Trump's public priorities.

International Business Times UK

UFC cage fighting ring erected on White House lawn ahead of fights on Trump’s birthday

Construction of a UFC cage at the White House has begun ahead of June’s event to mark the 250th anniversary of American Independence, which also falls on Donald Trump’s 80th birthday.

The Independent UK

Vince McMahon Faces Explosive Trial as Shareholders Claim WWE Merger Was Engineered to Protect His Power

Vince McMahon is set to testify in a Delaware court over allegations that the WWE-UFC merger was manipulated to maintain his control, amid claims of misconduct and shareholder disputes.

International Business Times UK

Michael Bisping explains UFC’s thinking behind Paddy Pimblett vs Benoit Saint-Denis match-up

Interview: Liverpool’s ‘Paddy The Baddy’ will aim to bounce back from his first UFC loss, a brutal defeat by Justin Gaethje in January

The Independent UK

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The Independent UK

Will Conor McGregor wrestle against Max Holloway? Michael Bisping weighs in on tactics

Interview: McGregor will face Holloway at welterweight, where the latter has never fought before, giving his Irish foe a natural size advantage

The Economic Times

Who is Pooja Tomar? Muzaffarnagar girl competing in the UFC, the world’s premier Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) organization in the US

Pooja Tomar, India's first UFC fighter, faces a crucial Macau bout in 2026 after a recent loss. Hailing from humble beginnings, her journey from sugarcane fields to the octagon inspires a new generation of Indian athletes. A victory is vital for her career, country, and the burgeoning MMA scene back…

The Independent UK

UFC CEO says there is ‘nothing transactional’ about Trump friendship

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International Business Times UK

Nothing Says Democracy Like UFC Cage Fights on the White House Lawn for America's 250th Birthday

The White House is set to host a UFC event for the 250th anniversary of American independence, featuring championship fights and VIP packages, reflecting Trump's penchant for spectacle.

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The Guardian - US

Trump news at a glance: Iran signals ‘bad faith’ US strikes will not hinder peace talks as Trump calls a rare cabinet meeting

Despite attack that killed four Iranian soldiers, Tehran has not pulled out of talks that were continuing under the joint mediation of Pakistan and Qatar– key US politics stories from Tuesday 26 May at a glance

The Guardian - US

UFC arena under construction on White House lawn to mark Trump’s 80th birthday

The venue is expected to host a mixed martial arts fight on 14 June to also mark the US’s 250th anniversary

The Independent UK

UFC cage rises on White House lawn ahead of historic fight night on Trump’s 80th birthday

Construction work is underway ahead of next month’s UFC card at the White House

The Independent UK

Dana White reveals what he and his ‘really close’ friend Donald Trump talk about

UFC chief maintains that his relationship with the president is fairly normal and the two don’t discuss politics often

The Mary Sue

Longtime Ally Dana White Drops Bizarre Michael Jackson Defense to Prove Trump is Not Racist, Then Gets Grilled on Ape Video

When asked to elaborate, White said he'd rather just stay in control of his own bubble.

The Independent UK

Conor McGregor hints at ‘great deal’ with UFC ahead of long-awaited return

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The Independent UK

Conor McGregor makes cryptic comment on UFC ‘deal’ for Max Holloway fight

McGregor will fight for the first time in five years when he takes on Holloway in July

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