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Sir Garfield Sobers dies at 89

West Indies legend Sir Garfield Sobers passed away on 17 July 2026 at age 89, prompting an outpouring of tributes across the cricket world.

FIFA has appointed Slavko Vin0di to referee the 2026 World Cup Final between Spain and Argentina, naming the Slovenian and his crew for the title decider at MetLife Stadium in New Jersey.

China on Friday rejected U.S. President Donald Trump's claim that Beijing interfered in the 2020 U.S. presidential election, calling the allegation 'entirely fabricated' and stating it has never sought to influence American elections.

Donald Trump in a primetime address revived his long-running claims about the security of US elections, accused China of what he called the largest election data breach in history, and released documents he says reveal foreign interference, according to a developing France24 report.

Spain secured its spot in the World Cup final on Sunday in New Jersey with a 2-0 victory over France, setting up a World Cup final featuring Spain vs Argentina.

US expands Iran strikes and targets Iran bridges as Tehran widens missile attacks across Gulf and hits Gulf states and Hormuz conflict widens after ceasefire collapse, with Iran reporting casualties.

Minister of Works David Umahi publicly broke his silence after physiotherapist Mary Habila died at his residence in Uburu, Ebonyi State.

A powerful earthquake struck New Zealand triggering a tsunami warning Thursday, according to early reports

Argentina defeated England in the semi-final on Wednesday to book a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final against Spain, where captain Lionel Messi is anticipating a closely fought final against Spain

Police arrested a man in London over threatening social media posts directed at Reform UK leader Nigel Farage, including an alleged message saying, "I am going to shoot you in the head if you win."