The Nigerian Commission in Ghana has rescued 11 teenage girls trafficked into the country for prostitution and arrested suspect Chukwudi Nwachukwu. The girls, aged 14 to 18, were misled into thinking they would work in a restaurant. Currently receiving care at the commission in Accra, the victims are being supported while authorities investigate.
Read MoreOman has won the toss and elected to bat first in their T20 World Cup 2024 clash against Scotland. Skipper Aqib Ilyas aims to set a formidable target, while Scotland's captain Richie Berrington is strategizing around the match's conditions. Both teams' starting XIs have been announced and the game is live on Disney+ Hotstar and Star Sports Network in India.
Read MoreIn a thrilling friendly match held on June 8, 2024, Belgium clashed with Luxembourg at Brussels. The game featured stars like Romelu Lukaku, Kevin De Bruyne, and Jeremy Doku, capturing memorable moments. The Belgian team celebrated their goals enthusiastically, immortalized by photographers Zhao Dingzhe and Liu Zihe from Xinhua.
Read MoreFernando Alonso emerged as the fastest driver in a rain-affected second Free Practice session for the Canadian Grand Prix. Despite the wet conditions, Alonso managed to record the best time of the day. The session saw multiple lead changes and some drivers facing penalties and technical issues.
Read MoreThe highly-anticipated 2024 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks will begin this Thursday night. The Celtics, with the best regular-season record, seek their 18th title. The Mavericks, strong post-trade deadline, aim for their first championship since 2011. Game 1 commences at 8:30 PM ET on ABC.
Read MoreNvidia briefly overtook Apple as the world's second-most valuable company, driven by a surge in demand for their AI chips. The company's strong financial growth and innovative products have attracted investors, significantly influencing the S&P 500 index. Meanwhile, Apple prepares to integrate generative AI into its products, rebounding with a massive share buyback plan.
Read MoreSofapaka FC's right-back, Baron Ochieng, has received his first senior national team call-up for Harambee Stars. Coach Engin Firat selected Ochieng for the crucial FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Burundi and Ivory Coast in June 2024. Ochieng joins a robust squad for the upcoming matches at Bingu National Stadium in Malawi.
Read MoreThe ICC T20 World Cup 2024 heats up as defending champions England face Scotland on June 4, 2024. England, captained by Jos Buttler, aims to overcome their winless streak against European teams. Scotland, led by Richie Berrington, seeks a historic victory. Both teams feature notable players, promising an exciting showdown.
Read MoreFor the first time since 1994, Nelson Mandela's ANC has lost its majority in South Africa's elections, garnering only 40.2% of the votes. Driven by widespread dissatisfaction over high unemployment, corruption, and inadequate public services, the election marks a pivotal moment. The ANC must now form a coalition government to navigate the country's challenges, indicating a potential reset for South African politics.
Read MoreJose Mourinho has criticized Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag for not successfully managing Jadon Sancho, who was loaned to Borussia Dortmund after a public dispute. The comments from Mourinho have intensified discussions about Sancho's struggles at Manchester United and the broader challenges of player management.
Read MoreCristiano Ronaldo experienced a heart-wrenching moment after Al Nassr's narrow defeat to Al Hilal in the King's Cup final. The intense match concluded with a penalty shootout loss for Al Nassr, despite Ronaldo's record-breaking season. The game saw dramatic turnarounds with red cards and late goals but ended in tears for the football icon.
Read MoreThe Independent Electoral Commission's (IEC) results dashboard experienced a crash at the Durban operations centre on Friday morning, causing all vote counts to reset to zero. While the national results were affected, provincial results stayed unaffected. Efforts to restore services are ongoing as local offices continue capturing results.
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