Arsenal suffered a frustrating 2–1 defeat to AFC Bournemouth at Emirates Stadium, with tension visible as players struggled to find form. The loss denied Arsenal a chance to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League, leaving fans and manager Mikel Arteta visibly anxious as their title push faltered. Despite remaining nine points […]
Ghana plans to remove some fuel taxes and supply-chain levies to ease pressure on consumers as pump prices rise due to the Middle East conflict involving Iran. Government spokesperson Felix Kwakye Ofosu said the changes will take effect within a week, with final details to be confirmed after consultations with industry stakeholders. The country, which […]
The Badminton World Federation (BWF) has announced plans to trial synthetic shuttlecocks in lower-tier tournaments, including junior international events, due to a shortage of duck and goose feathers. The shortage, driven by rising raw material costs in China, has led to shuttlecock prices more than doubling over the past year. The trials form part of […]
According to Lebanon’s health ministry, Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon killed 89 people, including 12 medics, and injured 700 today. The strikes mainly hit southern Lebanon and follow escalating tensions between Hezbollah and Israel amid the broader US-Israeli conflict with Iran. Smoke rose over Beirut’s southern suburbs as the attacks unfolded. Meanwhile, US military officials signaled […]
US President Donald Trump confirmed on Monday that the Tuesday deadline for Iran to reach a deal is final. He described Iran’s recent proposal as “significant” but said it was still “not good enough.” Trump said the proposal represents a step forward, but more action is needed to satisfy the United States. He emphasized that […]
NASA’s Artemis II mission has entered the Moon’s gravitational sphere as its four astronauts cruise toward the lunar far side. This trajectory will make them the farthest humans from Earth in history, surpassing the previous record set by Apollo 13 over five decades ago. The crew has been traveling in their Orion capsule since launching […]
President Cyril Ramaphosa will receive Letters of Credence from newly appointed Heads of Mission-Designate on Wednesday, 08 April 2026, at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria. These letters are official diplomatic documents presented by ambassadors to confirm their nomination by their respective governments and to formally begin their duties in South Africa. The ceremony […]
BRUSSELS- Tadej Pogačar claimed a dominant victory at the Tour of Flanders, securing his fourth consecutive Monument win and a record-equalling third title in the race. The world champion gradually increased the pace during the demanding 278km course, known for its steep cobbled climbs, proving once again why he is one of the sport’s top […]
ISTANBUL- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has arrived in Istanbul for high-level security talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The visit follows Erdoğan’s recent discussion with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who accused Kyiv of attempting to target the Russia-Turkey gas pipeline that supplies several European countries. Zelensky said the meetings aim to strengthen partnership with […]
President Donald Trump has warned that the United States could intensify its attacks on Iran, saying the US has not yet fully targeted what remains of the country’s infrastructure. He reiterated that strikes could become more severe, including the possibility of hitting Iran’s electricity generation facilities if ongoing negotiations do not succeed. The conflict, now […]