Donald Trump sparked immediate controversy on Friday after suggesting LeBron James might be “a racist” during a White House press conference, responding to a question about whether James or Michael Jordan was the greatest basketball player of all time. Trump’s answer left little room for ambiguity. “Michael Jordan is a guy that’s a friend of…
At least four Palestinians and two Israelis have been killed in a shooting in the occupied West Bank, marking the deadliest single incident in the territory for several months. The violence occurred in the northern village of Tal, where Israeli and Palestinian authorities have offered conflicting accounts of what happened. Palestinian residents said Jewish settlers…
Belgium have appointed former Netherlands captain Mark van Bommel as their new head coach on a contract that will keep him in charge until the end of Euro 2028. The 49-year-old replaces Rudi Garcia, who left the role after Belgium were eliminated by eventual champions Spain in the quarter-finals of the 2026 FIFA World Cup….
Troops of Operation Hadin Kai, working with the Yobe State Hunters Group, have arrested five suspected kidnappers during an intelligence-led operation in Jegalari Village, Fune Local Government Area of Yobe State. The operation took place on 23 July 2026, according to the Acting Military Information Officer of Operation Hadin Kai, Lieutenant Mohammed Goni. Goni said…
Germany have confirmed the appointment of Jurgen Klopp as the country’s new head coach, ending months of speculation about the former Liverpool manager’s future. Klopp has signed a contract that will keep him in charge until the end of the 2030 FIFA World Cup. He replaces Julian Nagelsmann, who stepped down after Germany’s disappointing World…
The United States has carried out air strikes on Iran for the 13th consecutive night, as President Donald Trump announced that frozen Iranian assets could be used to compensate for damage caused to commercial shipping. Iranian state media reported that four people were killed and five others injured in the latest attacks. One which targeted…
French authorities have ordered the complete evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula as wildfires continue to spread across the south-west of the country. Hundreds of people escaped by boat, while others were directed to leave through the main road leading to Bordeaux. The wildfire, which began on Tuesday in Saumos, has now destroyed about 8,700…
Eleven people were rescued after a seaplane crashed into the water off the coast of Washington state, leaving several passengers injured, authorities said. According to officials, the aircraft had 10 passengers and one pilot on board when the accident occurred. Everyone was successfully pulled from the water after the crash. The San Juan County Sheriff’s…
Two Chinese mathematicians have made history by becoming the first from their country to receive the prestigious Fields Medal, the world’s highest honour in mathematics. Hong Wang and Yu Deng shared the award with American mathematician John Pardon and Canadian mathematician Jacob Tsimerman. Each recipient received a prize of 15,000 Canadian dollars. The recognition comes…
Nigeria has been selected to host the 48th CAF Ordinary General Assembly in November. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced the decision on its official website. It also thanked the Federal Government and the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for their support in securing the hosting rights. “CAF is grateful to the government of Nigeria…
