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NPFL top scorer Anas Yusuf headlines Nigeria’s 35-man provisional squad for 2024 CHAN tournament
Premium Times
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July 5, 2025
Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) goal machine Anas Yusuf has been named in Nigeria’s 35-man provisional squad for the upcoming African Nations Championship (CHAN), set to be hosted jointly by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda next month. Yusuf,...
(Hello Africa) From Kenya to China, youth coding program sparks digital dreams
Birmingham Star - Alabama
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Pauline Wahura's public school, nestled in the rolling plains of southern Kenya's Kajiado County, may seem unnoticeable at first glance. Yet, it has become a thriving hub for nurturing the next generation of coders. NAIROBI, July 5 (Xinhua) --...
Trump banned citizens of 12 countries from entering the US. Here's what to know
Akron Legal News
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Associated Press Published: June 17, 2025 President Donald Trump has banned travel to the U.S. by citizens of 12 countries and restricted access for those from seven others, citing national security concerns in resurrecting and expanding a...
Nigeria squad announcement: Chelle unveils 35-man provisional CHAN roster including Sodiq, Alimi
All Nigeria Soccer
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July 4, 2025
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has released a 35-man provisional squad for the 8th African Nations Championship, set to take place next month in Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, with notable inclusions such as Papa Mustapha Daniel and Sodiq Ismaila....
Trump calls for ceasefire deal in war in Gaza as signs of progress emerge
9News
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June 29, 2025
A top adviser to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Ron Dermer, was set to travel to Washington this week for talks on a ceasefire, an Israeli official said, and plans were being made for Netanyahu to travel there in the coming weeks, a sign there...
World Cup in America plunged into chaos
The Geelong Advertiser
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June 23, 2025
Iran could be spectacularly banned from participating in the 2026 FIFA World Cup amid the threat of war between the Islamic Republic and tournament host nation USA. The national team back in March were the sixth team to qualify for the tournament...
CHAN 2024: Home Eagles set to start final preparation in Abuja
Daily Post
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July 4, 2025
The home-based Super Eagles will commence final preparations for the 2024 African Nations Championship in Abuja next week. Head coach Eric Chelle is expected to release his list of invited players this weekend. Chelle and his backroom staff are...
New On Paramount+ July 2025: (Now With Showtime, Too!)
Decider
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July 4, 2025
The Paramount+ schedule for July 2025 releases has premiering original and exclusive titles like Dora and the Search for Sol Dorado and Dexter: Resurrection slated for arrival. Other Paramount+ highlights for this month include additional...
Inside the real-life scandal of Benidorm as ITV show return is 'in crisis' after creator's divorce
The Mirror
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June 24, 2025
Fans of hit ITV comedy Benidorm were delighted earlier this year when rumours suggested the iconic show was close to returning. Written by Derren Litten, the sitcom following holidaymakers at the Solana all-inclusive resort had been brutally axed...
'Stupendous Stockholm!'
Graphic
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July 4, 2025
Brig. Gen. Dan Frimpong (Rtd) Opinion Jul - 04 - 2025 , 14:46 6 minutes read The journey from Copenhagen, Denmark to Stockholm, Sweden was a nine-hour drive. Denmark is separated from Sweden by the Norwegian Sea. In a mind-blowing piece of...
Feature: From Kenya to China, youth coding program sparks digital dreams
Xinhua News Agency
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NAIROBI, July 4 (Xinhua) -- Pauline Wahura's public school, nestled in the rolling plains of Kenya's southern Kajiado County, may seem unnoticeable at first glance. Yet, it has become a thriving hub for nurturing the next generation of coders. In...
Feature: From Kenya to China, youth coding program sparks digital dreams
Xinhua News Agency
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NAIROBI, July 4 (Xinhua) -- Pauline Wahura's public school, nestled in the rolling plains of Kenya's southern Kajiado County, may seem unnoticeable at first glance. Yet, it has become a thriving hub for nurturing the next generation of coders. In...
Violence And Herding In The Central African Republic: Time To Act
The Nigerian Voice
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What’s new? Ten years of crisis in the Central African Republic (CAR) have fostered new dynamics in the livestock sector, exacerbating conflict between nomadic herders and sedentary farmers. The government, which has treated transhumance primarily...
Looking for a sign it's summer in London? Look no further than Sunfest!
CBC/Radio-Canada
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July 3, 2025
For 31 years, Sunfest has been a festival favourite in London, and as this edition got going Thursday, vendors and organizers say they're ready for a weekend of music and fun. The free festival runs until Sunday and features 23 Canadian and 23...
Massachusetts pitch for World Cup could be marred by Trump border play
CommonWealth Beacon - Massachusetts
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June 12, 2025
IN SOCCER, maintaining possession of the ball is crucial. But as planning for 2026 World Cup matches in Massachusetts ramps up, state and local officials, who are hoping the games will lead to economic activity from tourists, may not be able to...
The World Cup Is a Year Away. Will We Be Good Hosts?
New York Mag
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June 26, 2025
Los Angeles FC forward Denis Bouanga (99) attacks with the ball in the second half during the Club World Cup match between CR Flamengo and Los Angeles FC on Tuesday at Camping World Stadium in Orlando, FL Photo: Peter Joneleit/Icon...
AITB DG Signs Institutional Performance Contract
Liberian Observer
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The Director General of the Agricultural and Industrial Training Bureau (AITB), Abraham Billy, has signed the Performance Management and Compliance System (PMCS) Presidential Contracts—a governance instrument that is meant to drive performance and...
Ajagba trains with Nigerian boxers in Delta
Punch
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July 4, 2025
Nigerian heavyweight boxer Efe Ajagba returned to his roots in Ughelli, Delta State, where he trained with current National super-heavyweight champion Emmanuel Agbadike and other upcoming boxers at Ughelli Stadium on Wednesday, PUNCH Sports Extra...
How to avoid tick bites this summer
SUR in English
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July 3, 2025
Thursday, 3 July 2025, 20:32 Compartir The arrival of warm weather means that we wear fewer clothes and have more exposed skin. It is precisely the heat and humidity that are conducive to the proliferation of ticks, a dark brown parasite the size...
Five Below-the-Line Talents to Track in Costa Rica
Variety
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July 2, 2025
Costa Rica’s most prized assets – aside from its unparalleled locations – are its highly skilled crews, known for their depth of experience, strong work ethic and bilingual skills. Honed through years of on-set experience – paired with formal...