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Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde urged the Nigeria Football Federation to host Super Eagles international matches in Ibadan. The governor believes this decision would boost his administration's efforts to expand the state's sports economy. Makinde delivered this request on Saturday during the...

Benfica manager Jose Mourinho expressed difficulty watching Chelsea's struggles under owner Todd Boehly's leadership. Boehly's investment group purchased the club from Roman Abramovich during 2022. Mourinho prepares for an emotional return to Stamford Bridge when Benfica faces Chelsea in...

Manchester United executives have compiled a shortlist of three potential replacements as pressure mounts on manager Ruben Amorim. The Portuguese coach faces mounting criticism after United suffered defeats in four of seven contests across all competitions this season. Club officials reportedly...

A 40-year-old man from Burton drove into a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints facility on Sunday morning, then opened fire on congregants before igniting the building. Police Chief William Renye confirmed officers killed the attacker after arriving at the Grand Blanc location around...

Child television actor Veer Sharma and his brother Shaurya died from smoke inhalation after a fire engulfed their Kota apartment on Sunday morning. The boys were sleeping alone when flames erupted in the drawing room of their fourth-floor residence at Deepshree building. Neighbors discovered...

India secured their ninth Asia Cup championship on Sunday after defeating Pakistan by five wickets in Dubai. The victory came despite pre-match tensions, as both teams declined to participate in the traditional handshakes before the contest began. Pakistan set a target of 147 runs for India to...

Barcelona defeated Real Sociedad 2-1 on Sunday to claim the top position in the La Liga standings. The victory came after Real Madrid suffered a 5-2 defeat against Atletico Madrid on Saturday, which opened the door for Barcelona's advancement. Alvaro Odriozola put Real Sociedad ahead during the...

Arsenal secured a comeback victory against Newcastle United on Sunday, defeating the hosts 2-1 at St. James' Park. The Gunners trailed after Nick Woltemade scored a first-half header for Newcastle. Mikel Merino equalized for Arsenal before Gabriel Magalhaes netted the decisive goal from a corner...

Square Hospital placed Tofail Ahmed on life support as his medical condition deteriorated on Sunday. The former commerce minister and Awami League Advisory Council member faces serious health challenges, according to family sources who spoke with reporters. Ahmed requires intensive medical...

Nagorik Oikya President Mahmudur Rahman Manna challenged Dhaka University officials over their handling of ballot paper printing for the DUCSU election. The former vice-president expressed skepticism about Vice-Chancellor Niaz Ahmed Khan's account of two printing companies transferring the job...

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert has silenced critics with exceptional early-season performances. The 2020 sixth overall draft selection completed passes for 860 yards, six touchdowns, and one interception across three contests. Previous playoff struggles generated questions about...

Nagorik Oikya President Mahmudur Rahman Manna challenged Dhaka University officials Sunday over their handling of student election ballot printing contracts. The former DUCSU vice-president expressed disbelief at Vice-Chancellor Professor Niaz Ahmed Khan's claims that authorized printing...

Indian Embassy officials in Reykjavik hosted a community run on Sunday that drew approximately 50 diaspora members and local supporters. Ambassador R Ravindra delivered remarks to participants before administering a development pledge ceremony. The 3-kilometer event formed part of the global...

A deadly stampede at actor Vijay's political rally in Karur district killed multiple people, including two-year-old Guru Vishnu. The child attended the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam event with his grandmother when crowds surged forward during a power outage. His father, Vimal, learned about the...

Zimbabwe demonstrates readiness to collaborate with United Nations member states for enhanced global security. Foreign Affairs Minister Amon Murwira delivered President Mnangagwa's address during Friday's General Assembly session in New York. The nation maintains active participation in...

Dynamos secured a vital victory against CAPS United at Rufaro Stadium this afternoon through a single goal from Jairos Kasondo. The striker connected with a corner kick delivery to find the net with a header near the post. The result lifted Dynamos to 32 points and provided relief from...

Zimbabwe achieved consistent 6 percent economic expansion through government reforms and strategic investments, President Mnangagwa reported. Foreign Affairs Minister Professor Amon Murwira delivered the speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York on Friday. The administration...

President Mnangagwa approved the Munhumutapa Cup sports competition targeting youth drug abuse prevention nationwide. Special Presidential Investment Adviser Dr. Paul Tungwarara announced the initiative during a Mashonaland West Province event. The tournament features volleyball, netball, soccer...

Work has started on a 48-kilometer water pipeline connecting Kunzvi Dam to Harare's Donnybrook treatment facility. The US$52 million project will transport 240 megalitres of water daily to Zimbabwe's capital city. Local contractor Redan Bulk expects to complete construction within two years. The...

Eight Southern African Development Community nations completed Exercise Blue Lugwasho at Zambia's Livingstone Air Force Base. The biennial humanitarian training ran from September 8 through 25 with participation from Botswana, Namibia, Malawi, South Africa, Tanzania, Zimbabwe, Lesotho and host...