Boston Celtics beat Dallas Mavericks to win record 18th NBA title
The Boston Celtics secured a record 18th championship as they beat the Dallas Mavericks 106-88 to complete a 4-1 series victory in the NBA Finals. The championship win was the Celtics’ first in 16 years and moves them one clear of the Los Angeles Lakers, who have won 17, in the record books. With the […]
Rema’s Calm Down makes Afrobeats history in the US
Remaâs âCalm Downâ is now the most-streamed Afrobeats song in the US. The music monitoring platform, Chart Data, said on X that the song has become âthe first Afrobeats song in history to earn over one billion on-demand streams in the USâ. Last year, Chart Data had already described âCalm Downâ as the most successful […]
Novak Djokovic to Play in 2024 Paris Olympics, Serbian Committee Announces
The Olympic Committee of Serbia announced yesterday that Former tennis world number one, Novak Djokovic will play at the Summer Olympics Games in Paris. The Serbian committee said on their web-site that Djokovic and Dusan Lajovic have fulfilled the conditions according to ATP ranking and confirmed their participation at the Summer Olympic Games in Paris […]
Politicians Raise Alarm Over EU Law To Curb Child Sexual Abuse Online
Lawmakers from across the European Union have called on member states to vote against plans by the blocâs executive to require tech companies to monitor their platforms for child sexual abuse content. The law would make it compulsory for social media platforms to scan private encrypted chats on social media platforms for certain identifiers. The […]
Nigerian Movie Industry Mourns the Loss of Actress Stella Ikwuegbu
The Nigerian movie industry, commonly known as Nollywood, is once again in mourning following the passing of beloved actress Stella Ikwuegbu. The Enugu-born actress and businesswoman died yesterday, June 16, after a valiant battle with leg cancer. Stella Ikwuegbu was a cherished figure in Nollywood, known for her remarkable talent and contributions to the industry. […]
Super Eagles Struggle in 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Against South Africa and Benin Republic
The Super Eagles have faced a disappointing setback in their quest to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, failing to secure a win in their recent matches against South Africa and Benin Republic. The team’s performance has sparked concerns among fans and analysts as the road to the World Cup becomes increasingly challenging. In […]
At Least 14 Jordanian Pilgrims Die from Intense Heat During Hajj in Saudi Arabia
At least 14 Jordanian citizens have died during the annual Hajj pilgrimage in Saudi Arabia due to extreme heat conditions. The Jordanian Foreign Ministry confirmed that these deaths were caused by sunstroke amid a severe heat wave, while an additional 17 Jordanian pilgrims have been reported missing. Authorities are currently conducting searches to locate them. […]
Ikorodu City, Nasarawa United, Elkanemi Warriors, and Beyond Limits Promoted to Nigeria Premier Football League
Four teams have earned promotion to the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) following their successful campaigns in the Nigeria National League (NNL) Super 8 playoff. The teams, Ikorodu City, Nasarawa United, Elkanemi Warriors, and Beyond Limits, will join the NPFL for the upcoming season. Ikorodu City, making history with their first-ever promotion to the country’s […]
U.S. Imposes Sanctions on Over 300 Individuals and Entities Linked to Russia’s War on Ukraine
The United States has announced a comprehensive set of sanctions targeting more than 300 individuals and entities connected to Russia’s ongoing war on Ukraine. This latest move includes sanctions against financial institutions, the Moscow Stock Exchange, and several Chinese companies. The announcement was made yesterday, just ahead of the Group of Seven (G7) summit in […]
Ayra Starr makes history on Billboard 200 Album Chart
Ayra Starr has made history as the first Nigerian female artist to grace the U.S. Billboard 200 Album chart. The singer achieved the feat with her sophomore album, âThe Year I Turned 21â which debuted at No. 195 on Monday. The album is also the first project by a female Nigerian artist to debut on […]