Thomas Barrabi

Tom Barrabi is a reporter for the International Business Times. He graduated from Fairfield University in 2011, and has also written for Men's Fitness, Complex, GuySpeed, and Handlebar Magazine.

Russian Doping Scandal: Russia Suspended Indefinitely From International Track And Field Events, IAAF Says

This is the first time ever that the IAAF has banned an entire country from international competition over doping violations.

Daily Fantasy Sports Regulation: DraftKings Retains Prominent Attorneys As Legal Battle Looms

“A swift resolution would protect the rights of consumers and allow DraftKings players to continue to play the fantasy sports games so many people love,” a DraftKings spokesman said.

FIFA Presidential Candidates: Sheikh Salman's Bid Approved Despite Alleged Human Rights Violations

Sheikh Salman, head of the Asian Football Confederation, has denied allegations he participated in a 2011 crackdown on protesters in Bahrain.

Russian Doping Scandal: No Boycott Of Summer Olympics 2016 Despite Possibility Of Banned Athletes, Russian Official Says

“Understand that Russia is a dependable partner of the international Olympic movement," Russian sports minister Vitaly Mutko told the AP.

FIFA Presidential Candidates: Gianni Infantino To Withdraw Bid If Michel Platini Cleared To Run

While UEFA chief Michel Platini has entered the FIFA presidential race, a suspension could prevent him from running.

Russian Doping Scandal: Allegations Of State-Sponsored Activity Unfounded, Vladimir Putin Spokesman Says

“As long as there is no evidence, it is difficult to consider the accusations, which appear to be rather unfounded,” a Kremlin spokesman said.

Russian Doping Scandal: FIFA To 'Analyze' Vitaly Mutko's Role, Report Says

A World Anti-Doping Agency report on doping in Russian athletics named Vitaly Mutko, the Russian sports minister and FIFA executive.

Russian Doping Scandal: IAAF To 'Consider Sanctions' Against Russia After WADA Report

Russian track and field athletes could be banned from next summer's Olympics in Rio de Janeiro.

Ben Carson Biography Controversy: Yale Anecdote Faces Renewed Scrutiny

Now the neurosurgeon and presidential candidate's time at Yale is under scrutiny, after a Wall Street Journal report.

Volkswagen Emissions Scandal: Employees Afraid To Travel To United States, Report Says

U.S. authorities reportedly seized a Volkswagen employee's passport during a recent trip, stoking fears about criminal prosecution.

Donald Trump Hosting 'Saturday Night Live' Despite Protests, Ethics Questions [VIDEOS]

A hosting gig on “Saturday Night Live” historically has done either little or nothing to better a candidate’s chances of becoming U.S. president.

Russian Plane Crash Update: Cockpit Recorder Logged Noise In Final Second, Egyptian Official Says

The as-yet-unidentified sound was logged by the cockpit recorder a second before it ceased operating on the Russian plane that went down in Egypt last weekend.

China Economic Slowdown Restricts Reform Efforts As Government Pursues GDP Growth Goal

Regulators in Beijing are postponing plans to loosen controls on China's economy as the country struggles to maintain an acceptable growth rate.

Sepp Blatter Health Update: Suspended FIFA President Examined At Hospital For Stress

A Swiss doctor told Blatter, 79, to rest for a few days after he reported feeling ill due to stress.

Washington Redskins Name Controversy: Team Criticizes Adidas' Program To Help High Schools Replace Native American Mascots

“The hypocrisy of changing names at the high school level of play and continuing to profit off of professional like-named teams is absurd," a Redskins spokesman said.

FIFA Sponsors: Adidas' Brand Unaffected By Corruption Scandal, CEO Says

The German clothing maker is in "constant dialogue" with FIFA about its ongoing reform process, according to the company's top executive.

Houston LGBT Supporters Petition NFL To Move Super Bowl LI After HERO Repeal

NFL officials say they won't revoke the city's hosting rights, despite voters' decision this week to overturn an anti-discrimination law.

NFL Auditing Department Of Defense Contracts Amid 'Paid Patriotism' Debate

An investigation by U.S. Sens. John McCain and Jeff Flake found the Pentagon spent more than $6 million on patriotic events at NFL games.

FIFA Corruption Scandal: Reform Chief Resists Term Limits For Soccer's Top Officials

Critics are skeptical about FIFA's commitment to change after reform chairman Francois Carrard downplayed the need for term limits for top officials.

Daily Fantasy Sports Regulation: New Jersey Bill Outlines Strict Guidelines For Oversight

A state senator plans to introduce a bill requiring daily fantasy sports operators to pay a licensing fee, among other restrictions.

NFL London Series: Twickenham Stadium To Host At Least 1 Game Per Season

The rugby stadium is now one of three London-area venues that will host NFL games by the end of the decade.

Daily Fantasy Sports Regulation: DraftKings Supports 'Measured Approach' To Formal Oversight

DraftKings addressed calls for formal oversight of the industry hours after rival FanDuel came out in support of state-by-state regulation.

FIFA Election Update: Michel Platini Confident Despite Suspension, Touts 'Vision' For International Soccer

Suspended European soccer chief Michel Platini is one of seven individuals who have applied to become the next president of FIFA, soccer's global governing body.

NFL Los Angeles Update: San Diego Chargers Official Skeptical On Local Stadium Deal

Mark Fabiani, the Chargers' top official on possible relocation to Los Angeles, expressed skepticism about progress on a new stadium in San Diego.

Daily Fantasy Sports Regulation: FanDuel CEO Nigel Eccles Expresses Support To Ensure Consumer Protection

As scrutiny of daily fantasy sports intensifies, the site's founder now says state-by-state oversight is crucial to protect consumers and ensure future growth.