The United States is engaging in what’s known as ‘shuttlecock diplomacy’ as it holds separate meetings with Ukrainian and Russian delegations to explore a possible ceasefire in the ongoing ...

Badminton traces its roots back more than a millennium, but the modern version of the racket game originated in the late 19th century in England. Today, it is the second most popular sport in the ...

Shuttlecocks, also known as birdies or birds, are traditionally made from duck feathers, but nylon shuttlecocks have become more widely used because of their superior durability. Their flight behavior ...

Shuttlecocks used in professional competitions are made from around 16 feathers, typically from geese or ducks. The base is made of natural cork covered with a thin layer of leather. While these ...

KUALA LUMPUR (Reuters) - Badminton World Federation (BWF) said on Monday it has approved synthetic feather shuttlecocks for its international tournaments from next year as it bids to cut down on waste ...

One high-quality shuttlecock requires 16 carefully selected feathers, typically sourced from the wings of ducks or geese. (EPA Images pic) Badminton will trial synthetic shuttlecocks at lower-grade ...

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — The now-iconic shuttlecocks that adorn the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art’s lawn weren’t always beloved, but they will be looking their best for a global audience next summer. “In 1994 ...

The Badminton World Federation’s decision to use the synthetic shuttlecock in the tournament has been making headlines in the ...

DRIVE PAST THE NELSON-ATKINS MUSEUM OF ART, ONE OF KANSAS CITY’S ICONIC SHUTTLECOCKS IS NOW GETTING A MAKEOVER. KMBC NINE S ANDY ALCOCK IS LIVE OUTSIDE THE MUSEUM ON THE SOUTH LAWN, WHERE THE WORKERS ...