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Sports

Carabao Cup thriller: Wolves 3-2 West Ham as Larsen's late double turns the tie

Wolves beat West Ham 3-2 at Molineux with substitute Jørgen Strand Larsen scoring twice in the 82nd and 84th minutes. Rodrigo Gomes put Wolves ahead before Tomas Soucek and Lucas Paqueta turned it around for West Ham. The result gives Wolves their first win of the season and dumps West Ham out of the cup, increasing pressure on Graham Potter after three straight defeats.

News

Abuja Federal Workers Stranded After IPPIS Payroll Verification Deadline

Hundreds of federal workers in Abuja are stuck without salaries after missing the February 17, 2025 IPPIS verification deadline. Technical glitches left many unable to complete validation, while the government holds firm on payroll suspension, leaving some unable to afford basic needs or return home.

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Thomas Partey Faces Rape Charges: Ex-Arsenal Star Appears in UK Court

Former Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged with multiple counts of rape and sexual assault. After appearing in a London court, Partey denied the allegations and received conditional bail. The legal battle comes as he prepares for a possible move to a new club after leaving Arsenal.

Health

KNH Tightens Admission Rules for SHA Patients With Strict New Guidelines

Kenyatta National Hospital is rolling out tougher admission rules for patients under the Social Health Authority cover. Starting July 2025, anyone seeking inpatient care must show SHA-linked ID, have an active SHIF account, and present pre-authorization. These changes target fraud and support Kenya's universal health goals.

Sports

New Zealand Cruise Past South Africa in Zimbabwe Tri-Series with Seven-Wicket Win

New Zealand brushed aside South Africa in the Zimbabwe Tri-Series, winning by seven wickets thanks to Tim Seifert's unbeaten 66. The Kiwis chased down 135 within 16 overs after tight bowling from Santner and Milne. This result puts New Zealand into the final, while South Africa must regroup after another defeat.

News

FG Opens Paramilitary Recruitment for 30,000 Positions, Portal Live Until August 4

The Nigerian government is recruiting 30,000 new staff for the NIS, NSCDC, NCoS, and FFS. Applications run from July 14 to August 4, 2025, and require strict eligibility criteria. Prospective applicants are urged to use the official portal and to beware of recruitment scams.

Technology

MTN and 9mobile Ink National Roaming Deal to Boost Coverage and Connectivity in Nigeria

MTN Nigeria and 9mobile have signed a major national roaming agreement, letting 9mobile’s 2.8 million customers tap into MTN’s wide network. Approved by the NCC, the deal targets rural coverage gaps as 9mobile leases spectrum to MTN, promising better data and call quality across key regions and showing a new level of telecom industry collaboration.

Sports

Liverpool Star Diogo Jota and Brother Killed in Tragic Car Crash Near Zamora

Diogo Jota, Liverpool attacker and Portugal international, died alongside his brother Andre Silva in a car accident in Spain. Jota, known for his goal-scoring and recent family life, is mourned by fans and football communities worldwide. Liverpool and Portuguese authorities offered tributes and support in the wake of this devastating tragedy.

Sports

Iga Swiatek Brushes Off Rankings Drop After Tough Clay-Court Season

Iga Swiatek, former clay-court powerhouse, isn't sweating her slide to No. 7 after a winless clay season in 2025. She says the points don't bother her and is shifting her focus to Wimbledon after skipping Queen's Club.

Sports

Inter Milan's Chivu Tells Players to 'Enjoy Yourselves' in Club World Cup Opener Against Monterrey

Inter Milan head coach Cristian Chivu urged his squad to embrace their Club World Cup debut and focus on enjoying the occasion. Shaking up tactics and integrating new faces, Chivu responded to Monterrey's challenge with optimism despite fitness concerns and a 1-1 draw. He stressed tactical flexibility and the team's need to grow through upcoming training.

Sports

Bayern Munich Crush Dinamo Zagreb 9-2 as Harry Kane Hits Four in Champions League Romp

Bayern Munich steamrolled Dinamo Zagreb 9-2 in their Champions League opener, with Harry Kane netting four goals. The German side outclassed their opponents from the start, and Kane's heroics made headlines across Europe. Off the pitch, major clubs are circling big-name stars amid new transfer rumors.

Business

Naira Plummets Past N1,500: Official and Black Market Rates Signal Growing Exchange Rate Tension

The naira’s official rate has jumped to ₦1,581.58 per dollar, with black market rates soaring past ₦1,615. The widening gulf between official and parallel markets reflects deepening foreign exchange struggles for Nigeria, driven by liquidity shortages, speculative trading, and economic uncertainty.