The origins of the Commonwealth Games date back to the late 19th century. The idea was first proposed by Reverend John Astley Cooper in 1891, who believed that a sporting competition among the nations of the British Empire would strengthen goodwill and cooperation.

The Commonwealth Games’ future will depend on affordable hosting, strong stories and benefits that remain after the podiums are packed away.

LONDON, April 16 - Commonwealth sport has hit the jackpot with seven nations across four continents jostling to host future editions of the Commonwealth Games, as the race for the prestigious centennial 2030 celebration heats up. Canada, India, and Nigeria ...

King Charles, visiting the former British colony where he retains the ceremonial title of head of state, was shouted at by an Indigenous Australian senator. By Mark Landler Older Kenyans who lived through the British colonial period want an apology and ...

The tension was palpable as we waited to see if Glasgow would rescue the Commonwealth Games for 2026. After the Australian state of Victoria pulled out, the eyes of the Commonwealth turned to Scotland. Glasgow delivered a hugely successful event in 2014 ...

The top-seeded Indian boxer received a direct bye into the women's 75kg semifinals, guaranteeing herself at least a bronze medal under the Commonwealth Games boxing format.