The United Nations has released a report detailing a concerning surge in violence affecting civilians in South Sudan, particularly attributed to intercommunal conflicts. According to the UN Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS), incidents of violence rose by 35% in the final quarter of 2023 compared to the previous period, with 862 individuals impacted. The report…
Cricket Australia (CA) has made the decision to postpone a bilateral men’s T20 cricket series against Afghanistan due to concerns over the deteriorating human rights situation for women and girls under Taliban rule in the country. This marks the third time CA has pulled the plug on games against Afghanistan outside of ICC tournament play….
Nottingham Forest Football Club has been dealt a severe blow with a four-point deduction imposed by the Premier League for breaching Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR). The penalty has plunged the historic club into the relegation zone, sparking dismay and frustration among fans, players, and management alike. The saga unfolded when Forest admitted to exceeding…
Hong Kong’s Legislative Council unanimously approved a new national security law aimed at expanding the government’s authority to suppress dissent. The law, known as the Safeguarding National Security Bill, was fast-tracked through its final stages in less than two weeks by the city’s pro-Beijing parliament. The legislation, which builds upon a similar law imposed by…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has secured his fifth term in office, extending his rule for at least another six years in a presidential election marred by allegations of voter suppression and a lack of credible opposition. The Central Election Commission confirmed Putin’s landslide victory, with him receiving a record-breaking 87.29% of the vote, the highest…
Chelsea emerged victorious against Leicester City in a pulsating encounter that saw late drama unfold, securing their berth in the semi-finals with a hard-fought 4-2 win. The match, filled with twists and turns, provided fans with an enthralling spectacle from start to finish. Chelsea started the game brightly, asserting their dominance early on with a…
Manchester United emerged victorious against arch-rivals Liverpool in a captivating encounter at Old Trafford. The match unfolded as a rollercoaster of emotions, featuring dramatic twists and turns that kept fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle blew. From the outset, the intensity was palpable as Manchester United seized the initiative with…
Icelandic authorities have once again declared a state of emergency as a volcano on the Reykjanes Peninsula erupted for the fourth time since December, sending plumes of orange lava into the air and prompting evacuations from nearby towns. The eruption, which commenced late on Saturday, has sparked concerns over infrastructure damage and raised fears of…
Manchester City secured their place in the record books by becoming the first team ever to reach six consecutive FA Cup semi-finals with a commanding 2-0 victory over Newcastle United at the Etihad Stadium. The match, which took place on Saturday, saw City assert their dominance early on, with Bernardo Silva scoring both goals. The…
Fulham FC orchestrated a masterclass at Craven Cottage on Saturday, delivering a resounding 3-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur that sent shockwaves through the Premier League. In a match that promised fireworks, Fulham’s clinical finishing and tactical acumen proved too much for a lackluster Tottenham side, dealing a significant blow to their pursuit of Champions League…
