August 24, 2025
NPFL 2025/26 season kicks off with thrills, upsets, fierce battles
The opening round of the 2025/2026 Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) delivered exciting wins, surprise results, and a glimpse of the fierce competition ahead. Match Day One fixtures were played across various centres nationwide on Sunday. Full results: El-Kanemi Warriors 2–0 Bendel Insurance Shooting Stars 0-1 Bayelsa United FC Barau FC 0–0 Enyimba International Wikki […]
Grealish shines as Everton open new stadium with historic win over Brighton
As blue smoke curled over the River Mersey from the pre-match pyrotechnics, Everton embarked on a new chapter in their history – and Jack Grealish, once on the periphery at Manchester City, seized the chance to reinvent himself on Merseyside. On a landmark afternoon, the Toffees played their first Premier League game at the stunning […]
Smith Rowe Strike denies Manchester United as Fulham battle back for draw
Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes was left to rue a missed first-half penalty as Emile Smith Rowe’s late equaliser secured Fulham a 1-1 draw at Craven Cottage. Fernandes sent his spot-kick over the bar after referee Chris Kavanagh awarded United a contentious penalty for Calvin Bassey’s challenge on Mason Mount, following a lengthy VAR check. […]
Army kills two Lakurawa terrorists in Sokoto, recovers weapons
Troops of the Nigerian Army have successfully killed two suspected members of the dreaded Lakurawa terror group in Sokoto State during a swift operation that has brought fresh hope to communities long plagued by insecurity. The incident occurred on Saturday in Mano community, Tangaza Local Government Area, where the terrorists had stormed the local market […]
Muslim council bans wedding parties in Taraba, warns of strict sanctions
The Muslim Council of Taraba State has formally announced a ban on all forms of wedding parties within Jalingo, the state capital. The decision, which has already generated widespread discussion across the city, is aimed at curbing what the council describes as growing excesses during marriage celebrations and preserving the sanctity of Islamic traditions. According […]
Four confirmed dead, 41 rescued in Sokoto boat mishap
The National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) in collaboration with the Sokoto State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) has confirmed that four persons have lost their lives while 41 others were successfully rescued in the aftermath of a tragic boat mishap that occurred in Goronyo, Sokoto State. The Director General of NEMA, Mrs. Zubaida Umar, made the […]
Iran’s Supreme Leader vows resistance against US demands
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has declared that the United States wants Tehran “to be obedient” to it, but the Iranian people will resist such “a grave insult”. This statement comes as Iran agrees to hold nuclear talks with European powers, amid a standoff with Western powers over its nuclear program. During a religious […]
Russia accuses Ukraine of attacking Kursk Nuclear Plant
The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine has taken a dangerous turn, with Russia accusing Ukraine of carrying out a drone attack on the Kursk Nuclear Power Plant. The attack caused a fire and damage to an auxiliary transformer, forcing a 50% reduction in the operating capacity at reactor number three. Fortunately, the fire was […]
Pakistan, Bangladesh strengthen ties
Pakistani Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar has held talks with top Bangladeshi officials and politicians, marking a significant milestone in Pakistan-Bangladesh relations. The visit, described as “historic” by Islamabad, aims to reset relations between the two South Asian nations amid Dhaka’s fraying ties with India. Dar’s visit comes days after the two nations reportedly eased visa […]
Edinburgh festivals 2025: World-class acts light up the stage
The city of Edinburgh once again transformed into the global capital of culture this month, as the 2025 Edinburgh International Festival and the Edinburgh Festival Fringe delivered a spectacular lineup of music, theatre, dance, comedy, and experimental performances. Drawing artists and audiences from across the world, the festivals offered a blend of classical brilliance, contemporary […]