Barcelona trashed Real Madrid for the 2nd consecutive El Classico meeting to win first trophy of the year. Kylian Mbappé opened the scoring for Real Madrid with a breathtaking goal in the fifth minute. However, Barcelona’s comeback began when Lamine Yamal equalized in the 22nd minute. Real Madrid had a chance to regain the lead in the 35th minute when Eduardo Camavinga fouled Gavi in the penalty area. Robert Lewandowski converted the resulting penalty, confidently placing it past Thibaut Courtois. Just three minutes later, Raphinha extended Barcelona’s lead to 3-1, before Alejandro Balde made it 4-1 just before halftime. The...
Another Trophy less Season for Arsenal Looms as Manchester United Knock the Gunners Out of the FA Cup
Manchester United knocked Arsenal out of the FA Cup after playing with 10 men for more than 75 minutes. After a less eventful first half, Manchester United broke the deadlock seven minutes after the restart through club captain Bruno Fernandes. In the 61st minute, Manchester United’s joy was short-lived as Diogo Dalot was given his marching orders for a rash challenge on Mikel Merino. Two minutes later, Arsenal capitalized on their numerical advantage and drew level through Gabriel Magalhães. Arsenal were given a golden opportunity to score in the 69th minute when Kai Havertz made the most of Harry Maguire’s...
Los Angeles Fire Outbreak: Death Toll Rises to 24, 16 Missing, and 29 People Arrested For Looting As New Fires Flare Up.
California weather forecasters have warned that after a weekend of relatively calm winds, the notoriously dry Santa Ana winds would pick up again from Sunday night until Wednesday, reaching speeds of up to 60mph (96km/h).However, some progress has been made in stopping the spread of the deadly Palisades and Eaton fires, which are burning on opposite ends of the city. Local firefighters are being assisted by crews from eight other states, as well as Canada and Mexico, who continue to arrive.The Los Angeles County medical examiner updated the death toll on Sunday to 24, while officials said earlier at least...
Suspended South Korea’s President to be Absent at First Impeachment Trial Hearing, Concern over Personal Safety and Security
South Korea’s impeached president, Yoon Suk Yeol, will not attend the first hearing of the trial to determine whether he is removed from office or reinstated, due to concerns about his safety, Yonhap News reported on Sunday, citing his lawyer.“The officials in the Corruption Investigation Office (CIO) and the police are trying to execute illegal and invalid arrest warrants through illegal methods, raising concerns about personal safety and mishaps,” lawyer Yoon Kab-keun was quoted as saying.“In order for the president to appear for the trial, the issue of personal safety and security must be resolved.”The Constitutional Court hearing is scheduled for...
In midnight raid, NDLEA seizes 6 vehicles, 40ft trailer load skunk in Abuja. Intercepts Australia-bound cocaine in face cream bottles in Lagos; N1.1b worth of codeine shipment in Rivers; nabs traditional priest for drug trafficking
A 40ft trailer load of skunk, a strain of cannabis, weighing 2,217.6 kilograms has been intercepted by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, while being distributed into six vehicles at an abandoned fuel station in Kagini, Kubwa area of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT Abuja for onward distribution to some Northern states.The intelligence-led operation, which took place at 1:20am on Saturday 11th January 2025 led to the seizure of not only the large illicit consignment but also the trailer and the six vehicles: Toyota Van, Toyota Camry car, Toyota Sienna bus, JAC 4-wheel-drive Hilux truck, Toyota Corolla...
11 injured in Lagos-Ibadan expressway crash
At least 11 persons sustained varying degrees of injuries following a multi-vehicle collision that occurred along the Interchange section of the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway on Saturday. PUNCH Online learnt in a statement signed by the Ogun State Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency spokesman, Babatunde Akinbiyi, that the accident occurred at about 7:30 am. Akinbiyi noted that the crash occurred when a Mazda bus collided with a truck that was trying to manoeuvre its way into the premises of a private company along the axis. He added that another Toyota Hiace bus that was coming behind also collided with the vehicles following...
The Return of a Legend: David Moyes Returns to Everton After 12 Years
David Moyes has been appointed as Everton’s new manager, marking the Friedkin Group’s first managerial appointment since taking over the club. Moyes is a familiar name to Everton fans, having managed the club from 2002 to 2013, spanning an 11-year period. During his first stint as Everton’s boss, he was on the touchline 518 times. Moyes was ecstatic upon returning to Goodison Park. Speaking to the club’s media, he said: “It’s great to be back. I enjoyed 11 wonderful and successful years at Everton and didn’t hesitate when I was offered the opportunity to rejoin this great club.” He also...
Afghan Taliban Government Snubbed Pakistan’s Invite to Global Summit on Girls Education
The Taliban in Afghanistan has declined to attend a global summit on Muslim girls’ education hosted by Pakistan. Afghanistan is the only country in the world with bans on female secondary and higher education and women from many jobs and most public spaces. The regime has also mandated that women wear full-body coverings, including face veils, when in public. They are also prohibited from praying aloud in the presence of each other. “We had extended an invitation to Afghanistan but no-one from the Afghan government was at the conference,” education minister Khalid Maqbool Siddiqui told news agency AFP. “Nevertheless, representatives...
