July 13, 2025
WAFCON: Nigeria Set Up Quarter-Final Clash with Zambia After Stalemate with Algeria
The Super Falcons of Nigeria sealed top spot in Group B at the ongoing 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) following a goalless draw with Algeria in Casablanca. The result also ensured Algeria progressed to the quarter-finals for the first time in their history, setting up a last-eight tie with the Group C runners-up. […]
Jannik Sinner Beats Carlos Alcaraz to Win His First Wimbledon Title
World No. 1 Jannik Sinner has become the men’s singles champion at Wimbledon for the first time after coming from a set down to defeat two-time defending champion Carlos Alcaraz, 4-6, 6-4, 6-4, 6-4. Five weeks after the sport’s “new Big Two” produced an all-time classic in the Roland Garros final, their Wimbledon rematch delivered […]
BREAKING: Awujale of Ijebuland, Buhari’s Friend Oba Adetona, Dies at 91
The revered Awujale of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, has passed away at the age of 91, marking the end of an extraordinary reign that spanned over six decades. His death was confirmed on Sunday, July 13, 2025, just hours after the demise of his longtime friend and former President of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari, who […]
Buhari died of Blood Cancer, Leaves Behind a Terrible Legacy — Sowore
Human rights activist and pro-democracy advocate, Omoyele Sowore, has condemned the legacy of former Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari, who passed away today at the age of 82. Sowore’s sharp criticism stands in contrast to the outpouring of tributes from many political figures who have chosen to celebrate Buhari’s leadership and record in office. The family […]
Iranian President Injured while Escaping Assassination Attempt
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian suffered minor injuries in an Israeli air strike on a meeting of the Supreme National Security Council in Tehran on June 15, according to a senior Iranian official. The assassination attempt targeted the heads of the three branches of government in an effort to overthrow it, said the official, speaking on […]
Deadly Clashes Erupt in Predominantly Druze Syrian City
Fighting between Bedouin tribes and local fighters in the predominantly Druze city of Sweida in southern Syria has resulted in several fatalities. The clashes, which occurred on Sunday, mark the first outbreak of deadly violence in the area since fighting between members of the Druze community and security forces killed dozens of people in April […]
Syria Signs $800 Million Deal to Revamp Tartous Port
Syria has finalized an $800 million agreement with Dubai-based DP World to redevelop its Tartous port, marking a significant step in the country’s post-war reconstruction efforts. The deal, signed in Damascus on Sunday, aims to enhance port infrastructure and logistics services, bolstering Syria’s economic potential. DP World CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem emphasized the importance […]
Syria Brings Massive Wildfires Under Control After 10-Day Battle
Syrian authorities announced on Sunday that the massive wildfires in the country’s northwest Latakia province have been brought under control after 10 days of intense firefighting efforts. The fires, which broke out on July 3 amid an intense heatwave across the region, destroyed approximately 100 square kilometers of forest and farmland. According to Raed al-Saleh, […]
Governor Adeleke’s Defection to Our Party is a Rumour – Osun APC
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has alerted the members of the party, its numerous supporters and members of the public to discountenance the series of falsehoods being churned out by the Governor Ademola Adeleke-led administration under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that the governor has defected into the main opposition […]
Liverpool Pay Heartfelt Tribute to Diogo Jota, Andre Silva in Pre-Season Friendly
Reining Premier League Champions Liverpool Football Club paid an emotional tribute to late forward Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva during a pre-season friendly against Preston North End at Deepdale, marking the Reds’ first match since the tragic loss. Jota, 28, and his younger brother Silva were killed in a car crash in Spain […]