Pope Francis was admitted to the hospital due to a lung infection after experiencing difficulty breathing, the Vatican confirmed on Wednesday. The 86-year-old pope’s hospitalization has sparked concerns about his health, as he underwent surgery just last year to remove a portion of his colon. According to Vatican spokesman Matteo Bruni, Pope Francis has…
Seventeen young Nigerian girls trafficked to Ghana have been rescued and repatriated back to the country while five traffickers were equally arrested by the efforts of the Nigerians in the Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM). According to a statement issued on Sunday signed by Abdur-Rahman Balogun, Director, Media, Public Relations and Protocols Unit, NiDCOM, said this latest…
AI is transforming the fashion world but the fast growing technology will never be a replacement for designers’ “original creativity”, according to the head of a pioneering project. Fashion innovator Calvin Wong has developed the Interactive Design Assistant for Fashion (AiDA) — the world’s first designer-led AI system. It uses image-recognition technology to speed up…
The summer transfer window has seen a record 11,000 players around the world join new clubs in men’s football, with $6.46 billion spent, the ruling body FIFA said on Tuesday. FIFA said in its International Transfer Snapshot covering the period June 1 to Sept. 2 that spendings were only exceeded in 2023 when 10,490 players…
Cape Town has become a hub for Street Fighter enthusiasts as the highly anticipated release of Street Fighter 6 sparks excitement among players, both new and seasoned. This surge of interest aligns perfectly with the upcoming Red Bull Kumite, an invitational showcase that brings together the world’s top fighting game talent. In 2023, South Africa…
Super Eagles attacker, Victor Osimhen, gives Gennaro Gattuso and Luciano Spalletti credit for his development as a player. The Nigerian international claims that his drive and self-esteem have greatly improved due to Gattuso’s support, and he accepts that his development has been accelerated by the work completed over the last month under the direction…
In rally after rally, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump have pushed – and been pushed on – a number of issues that’ve come to define this election. Here’s a reminder of each candidate’s view on some of them: The economy: Repeatedly billed as the biggest issue for voters, Harris as vice-president has worked with President…
The Kano State Police Command headquarters, Bompai, Kano, has been razed down by fire on Saturday afternoon. It was gathered that the fire started from the Provost Office and spread to the Finance Department, Conference Room, PPRO Office, Assistant Commissioner (Admin) Office, Deputy Commissioner (Admin) Office, among other sections. It was gathered that…
Discover the alarming increase in gun violence incidents during the Fourth of July holiday in the United States, with mass shootings and killings at unprecedented levels. The Fourth of July, a day of celebration and patriotism in the United States, has unfortunately gained a troubling distinction over the past decade. On average, the nation has…
Germany clinches a thrilling 2-1 win against France in its first game without Hansi Flick. Discover how this victory signals the beginning of a fresh chapter for the German national team. In a surprising turn of events, Germany managed to break free from their five-game winless streak with a remarkable 2-1 victory over France on…
