UEFA introduces debut patches for first-time UCL players
Players making their first appearances in the UEFA Champions League will receive special “debut patches” on their jerseys during the 2026/27 season. The initiative is part of a new agreement…
Full list of African countries where cars are made
By Hannah Ogunlabi Africa’s automotive industry is often associated with the assembly of cars belonging to international brands, but several African countries have also developed their own vehicle brands and…
Taliban govt defends ban on protest, citing Islamic law
The Taliban government defended on Wednesday its ban on protests that has drawn condemnation from rights groups, saying the order complies with Islamic law. Demonstrations in Afghanistan have been rare…
Messi departure leaves Argentina facing rebuild after golden era
Argentina face a testing transition period as they attempt to move on from Lionel Messi’s international retirement, with question marks also hanging over the futures of coach Lionel Scaloni and…
Real Madrid’s Asencio convicted of drink-driving
Real Madrid defender Raul Asencio was convicted of drink-driving in Gran Canaria in August, a court source confirmed to AFP on Wednesday. The 23-year-old centre-back was more than three times…
BBNaija 11: ’I think I’d have won’ – Neche
By Caleb Ayemere Former BBNaija housemate, Neche has opened up about her time on Big Brother Naija, revealing her early confidence about winning the grand prize and her astonishment at…
New York City schools ban AI for students from pre-K to Grade 8
New York City Public Schools is set to introduce a sweeping ban on student-facing artificial intelligence tools for pupils from 2-K through eighth grade during the 2026-2027 academic year. The…
Tinubu has no power to dictate how states spend subsidy gains — Wike
By Ayobami Okerinde The minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has said President Bola Tinubu has no power to dictate how state and local governments spend the…
Tiger Woods set to change not guilty plea in DUI case
Tiger Woods, who pleaded not guilty to driving under the influence after crashing his car in Florida in March, is expected to formally change his plea, court documents showed Tuesday.…
Two dead after attack on Saudi oil tanker in Hormuz – Shipping firm
Two Filipino sailors were killed when a Saudi oil tanker was attacked in the Strait of Hormuz earlier this week, Saudi Arabia’s national shipping company said Wednesday. A Greek security…