US announces new tariffs on 60 trading partners
The United States said Thursday that it would impose new tariffs on 60 trading partners over forced labor concerns, replacing an expiring global duty rolled out by President Donald Trump…
Anthony Joshua-Fury fight may not happen if… – Promoter
Anthony Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn has dismissed comments from Tyson Fury that the long-awaited clash between the two former world heavyweight boxing champions may not happen. Fury and Joshua are…
FIFA lists Nigeria, Italy, eight other nations eyeing return to 2030 World Cup
By Ayobami Okerinde Nigeria’s Super Eagles have been named alongside former champions Italy and eight other countries expected to push for qualification for the 2030 FIFA World Cup after missing…
Brent oil nears $100 after surging 5% on Mideast attacks
The price of main international oil contract, Brent North Sea, soared five percent Thursday after Houthi rebels claimed to have struck two Saudi oil tankers in the Red Sea. Brent…
Iran army vows continuous strikes if US doesn’t halt attacks
Iran vowed on Thursday to keep striking the region so long as it remains under attack, as the Middle East war spread to new fronts with Tehran’s Houthi allies attacking…
‘I’m only trying to do my job’ — Arokodare addresses Wolves row
Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare has explained why he staged a protest that forced Wolverhampton Wanderers to cancel a pre-season training session amid an ongoing transfer dispute with the club.…
Atiku’s aide tackles Shehu Sani for condemning US lobbying against Tinubu
A disagreement ensued between former Kaduna Central senator Shehu Sani and Paul Ibe, media adviser to former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, on Wednesday over the opposition’s decision to hire a United…
Six candidates in race to lead UN set for televised debate
The six candidates for United Nations secretary-general will debate Thursday in the symbolic General Assembly Hall, one week before the formal start of a selection process crucial to an organization…
Argentine FA says US didn’t detain president after World Cup final
Argentina’s top football officials on Wednesday firmly denied reports that their federation’s president and treasurer were detained and questioned upon leaving the United States after the World Cup final. The…
US House passes record $1.15trn defence bill to fund Iran war
The US House of Representatives narrowly passed an annual defense policy bill on Wednesday that would authorize a record $1.15 trillion in funding for the Pentagon, as the divisive Iran…