Chelsea managed to secure their spot in the FA Cup quarterfinals with a 3-2 victory over second-tier Leeds United in a thrilling encounter on Wednesday. https://twitter.com/ChelseaFC/status/1762952541279527104 The decisive moment came in the 90th minute when Conor Gallagher scored the winning goal, relieving the pressure on coach Mauricio Pochettino. The London side, currently struggling in mid-table in the Premier League, faced disappointment in the Carabao Cup final against Liverpool on Sunday. With the FA Cup now representing their last realistic chance for silverware this season, Chelsea showcased resilience and determination against Leeds. Coach Pochettino expressed his satisfaction with the team’s performance,…
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Manchester United secured a spot in the FA Cup quarterfinals with a thrilling 1-0 victory over Nottingham Forest, thanks to a late 89th-minute goal from Brazilian midfielder Casemiro. https://twitter.com/ManUtd/status/1762956271408320932 The 32-year-old veteran headed in a low bouncing free kick delivered by Bruno Fernandes, sealing the win and keeping United’s hopes alive in a challenging season. Manager Erik ten Hag expressed his satisfaction with the crucial victory, highlighting the importance of scoring at the right moment. The goal, reminiscent of Mark Robins’ iconic header in 1989, was confirmed after a VAR check for offside, bringing relief and joy to the United…
In 2023, the European Union witnessed a significant surge in asylum applications, reaching over 1.14 million, as revealed in a recent report by the European Union Agency for Asylum (EUAA). This marks an 18 percent increase from the previous year, placing the EU under heightened strain due to escalating conflicts near its borders. Germany retained its position as the top destination for asylum seekers in 2023, with Syrians continuing to lead in application numbers, followed by Afghans. Despite the figures falling below the peak observed during the 2015-16 refugee crisis, the report underscored the impact of heightened violence and warfare…
China has emphasized its enduring friendship with Russia in a recent diplomatic move, urging both nations to take on a more significant role in maintaining security, stability, and development in the Asia-Pacific region. The call for enhanced cooperation came following a visit by Vice Foreign Minister Sun Weidong to Moscow, where he highlighted the historically strong relations under the strategic guidance of Presidents Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin. Despite concerns from the West about the growing alliance between Moscow and Beijing, particularly in trade and defense, China has refrained from condemning Russia’s actions in Ukraine. This has led to sustained…
President Joe Biden secured a victory in the latest democratic primary results from Michigan, according to media projections. However, early counts revealed a significant challenge as Democratic voters, particularly in Michigan’s Arab-American community, expressed dissatisfaction with Biden’s stance on Israel’s war in Gaza. The Michigan primary saw a unique protest as Democratic voters were encouraged to mark their ballots as “uncommitted” in objection to Biden’s Gaza policy. With 25 percent of the votes counted, Biden had 80 percent support, while the “uncommitted” option garnered 14.5 percent, surpassing the organizers’ goal of 10,000 protest votes. On the Republican side, former President…
Two youths were shot dead Monday in Conakry as Guinea’s capital was paralysed on the first day of an open-ended general strike against the military government that seized power in 2021 stands accused of stifling dissent. A confederation of the main unions has urged public and private sectors to strike for the release of a prominent media activist, lower food prices, and an end to media censorship. Schools, shops, markets, and roads were empty early Monday in Conakry and hospitals only offered skeletal services as youths set up barricades on arterial thoroughfares. Sporadic clashes broke out in some outskirts and…
An Italian court has issued a ruling preventing the return of refugees and migrants to Libya in a significant development. This decision has been warmly received by the refugees and migrants gathered outside the International Organization for Migration (IOM) in Tunis, many of whom have experienced firsthand the harsh conditions in Libya. Libya has been under the control of armed gangs and militias since the aftermath of the 2011 revolution that ousted Muammar Gaddafi. These groups now wield considerable influence over human trafficking networks, exploiting vulnerable individuals who attempt the perilous journey from sub-Saharan Africa to Europe. The militias, reportedly…
U.S. President Joe Biden in a recent revelation, announced that Israel has committed to a temporary cessation of military activities in Gaza during the upcoming Muslim holy month of Ramadan. The move comes as Hamas reviews a draft proposal outlining a potential truce, encompassing a pause in hostilities and a suggested exchange of prisoners and hostages. This draft proposal, regarded as a significant effort to address the ongoing conflict that ignited in October last year, primarily focuses on critical humanitarian concerns. A senior source close to the truce talks in Paris disclosed that the proposal includes provisions for the repair…
Ukraine’s President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said that 31,000 Ukrainian soldiers have been killed in action in the two years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion. Speaking at the “Ukraine. Year 2024” forum in Kyiv, Zelenskyy said that “each of these losses is a great sacrifice” for Ukraine. He added that “tens of thousands of civilians” had been killed in occupied areas of Ukraine, but said that no exact figures would be available until the war was over. It’s the first time that Kyiv has confirmed the number of its losses since the start of Russia’s full-scale war against Ukraine on…
UNRWA’s chief Philippe Lazzarini has highlighted the dire circumstances facing the region in a stark assessment of the situation in Gaza, emphasizing the urgent need for humanitarian aid. https://twitter.com/UNLazzarini/status/1761787532730040719 Lazzarini’s remarks come amidst escalating tensions and ongoing violence, with the latest developments underscoring the severity of the crisis. According to Lazzarini, UNRWA’s ability to deliver aid to northern Gaza has been severely constrained, with the last successful delivery dating back to January 23. The situation has been exacerbated by what Lazzarini describes as a “man-made disaster,” referring to the looming famine that threatens to engulf the region if immediate action…
At least 15 Catholic worshippers have been killed in a Burkina Faso village when gunmen attacked a community as they gathered for mass at a church in the country’s conflict-hit northern region, church officials said. Sunday’s violence in the village of Essakane was a “terrorist attack” that left 12 attendees dead at the scene, while three others died later as they were being treated for their wounds, according to a statement issued by Abbot Jean-Pierre Sawadogo, vicar-general of the Catholic Diocese of Dori, where the attack happened. He said two others were injured in the attack. There was no immediate…
Liverpool secured a thrilling victory in the Carabao Cup final against Chelsea, ensuring Jurgen Klopp’s farewell season ends on a triumphant note. The intense match, marked by VAR interventions, remained goalless after 90 minutes, only to be decided in the 28th minute of extra time by Virgil Van Dijk’s decisive header from a corner. https://twitter.com/LFC/status/1761808946484928965 Despite missing key players like Mohamed Salah and Darwin Núñez, Liverpool, fueled by their passionate fanbase, displayed resilience and determination to overcome Chelsea. This win not only clinched their 10th Carabao Cup, setting a record, but also kept alive their hopes of achieving a rare…
Kenya Power has recorded Sh319 million in profit after tax for the half year period to December 2023, marking an improvement from a loss of Sh1.1 billion recorded during the previous half year period to December 2022. The improved profitability was driven by growth in revenue resulting from increased electricity sales as well as the implementation of a cost reflective tariff. During the period under review, revenue from electricity sales grew by 31 percent to Sh113.6 billion. In the period, the company commenced the deployment of a Rapid Results Initiative (RRI) which is meant to fast track meter installation for…
Interior Cabinet Secretary Kithure Kindiki Friday took the fault for the delayed progress in passport issuance. Kindiki acknowledged the pain and frustration experienced by many Kenyans seeking passports for various reasons, resulting in lost employment opportunities and restricted travel for medical care, education, business, or leisure. “The prevailing state of affairs is inexcusable, considering that it is the right of every Kenyan to acquire citizenship documents, including travel documents. As the Cabinet Secretary overseeing passport issuance, I take responsibility for the slow pace of reforms and the prevailing systemic inefficiencies,” he said. He said it has been years of insufficient…
The United States announced more than 500 new sanctions against Russia over its invasion of Ukraine and the death in custody of the opposition figure Alexei Navalny. The sanctions target people connected to Navalny’s imprisonment and Russia’s war machine, President Joe Biden said. Export restrictions will be imposed on nearly 100 firms or individuals. The EU also announced sanctions, which Moscow responded to by banning EU officials from entering Russia. It is unclear what impact the sanctions will have on Russia’s economy. In a statement, President Biden said the sanctions “will ensure” Russian President Vladimir Putin “pays an even steeper…