The 2026 FIFA World Cup has produced its biggest upset yet after Paraguay knocked Germany out in the Round of 32, while Canada, Brazil and Morocco also booked their places in the Round of 16 following a dramatic opening slate of knockout matches. Germany’s campaign ended in heartbreak after a 1-1 draw was followed by…
The ₦2 billion donation announced by First Lady Oluremi Tinubu for the revival of Akwete weaving has sparked more than conversations about funding. It has reignited a national discussion about whether Nigeria’s indigenous crafts can become viable industries capable of creating jobs, boosting exports, and preserving cultural heritage. During her visit to Akwete in Abia…
Fulham are closing in on a Manuel Ángel deal, making the Real Madrid academy product the third player to follow manager Álvaro Arbeloa from Madrid to London this summer. The Manuel Ángel transfer is more than it seems. It shows that Álvaro Arbeloa Fulham are increasingly using his knowledge of Real Madrid’s young players to…
Funke Akindele has confirmed that work is underway on She Must Be Obeyed Season 2, ending months of uncertainty over whether the Prime Video drama would return. The filmmaker gave the update while responding to a fan on X who joked about having to wait until age 40 before seeing another season. Akindele replied with…
Congo DR claimed their first ever FIFA World Cup goal and point as Yoane Wissa’s strike in first-half stoppage time pegged back Portugal. A historic day for Les Leopards was also notable as Portugal captain Cristiano Ronaldo became the oldest outfield player to ever start a World Cup match. It was Ronaldo’s 23rd World Cup…
RC Lens have sacked German manager Dino Toppmöller after only six official matches, making him the first manager dismissed in Europe’s top five leagues during the 2026/27 season. His league record was one win, one draw and two defeats. The decision is striking because Toppmöller’s spell began with one of the biggest wins in the…
The VeryDarkMan kidney harvesting allegations have moved from social media claims to a police investigation, with four suspects arrested over an alleged kidney harvesting in Nigeria network. The suspects include two nephrologists linked to Wellington Hospital in Abuja, alongside two alleged recruiters. Police say the case involves vulnerable young people who were allegedly lured into…
At least 26 people have been killed and more than 100 others remain missing after devastating flash floods triggered by heavy monsoon rains swept through eastern Afghanistan, leaving widespread destruction and prompting fears that the death toll could rise further. The mountainous province of Nuristan has been the worst affected by the disaster. Torrential rainfall…
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck southeastern Turkey on Thursday, September 24, with the tremor felt across several provinces and prompting authorities to begin safety checks on buildings. The Turkey earthquake was recorded at 10:40 a.m. local time in the Karaköprü district of Şanlıurfa province. According to Turkey’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority, AFAD, the earthquake…
The conflict between the United States and Iran has intensified dramatically after Iran reinforced restrictions around the Strait of Hormuz, prompting a fresh wave of U.S. military action and raising fears of a wider regional conflict and prolonged disruption to global energy supplies. In a major military first, U.S. Central Command (CENTCOM) deployed Corsair unmanned…
