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Trump Pauses 50% Canada Tariffs After Last Minute Deal

US President Donald Trump has paused plans to impose new 50% tariffs on Canadian imports after announcing a last minute agreement with Canada. The tariffs, which were due to take effect on Wednesday, would have affected around $20 billion worth of Canadian goods, including vehicles, dairy products, alcohol and other consumer items. Trump said the tariffs would be suspended for three days while the two countries finalise the details of […]

today19 August 2026 6

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Arsenal Agree Deal to Sign Liverpool’s Highly Rated Teenage Striker as Premier League Rivals Prepare for Compensation Tribunal

Arsenal have reached an agreement with Liverpool academy striker Vincent Joseph over a move to north London, but the transfer could now head to a tribunal if the two Premier League clubs fail to agree on compensation for the 16-year-old. The teenager has already agreed terms with Arsenal, leaving Liverpool and the Gunners to negotiate the fee owed for his development. Joseph, an England Under-16 international, left Liverpool after deciding […]

today14 August 2026 14

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Super Falcons’ Historic World Cup Streak Ends After South Africa Defeats Nigeria and Secures a Path to Brazil 2027

Nigeria’s Super Falcons have suffered a historic setback after losing 2-1 to South Africa in Casablanca, ending their hopes of qualifying for the 2027 FIFA Women’s World Cup in Brazil. The defeat means Nigeria will miss the tournament for the first time since the Women’s World Cup began in 1991. The result is particularly painful because the Super Falcons had previously appeared at every edition of the competition. For more […]

today14 August 2026 12

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Six Dead as Unprecedented Rainfall Hits Japan, Flooding Chiba and Leaving Thousands Stranded Near Tokyo

At least six people have died and five others have been injured after record-breaking rainfall caused widespread flooding and landslides in Japan’s Chiba prefecture, just east of Tokyo. Authorities described the rainfall as unprecedented, with more than 100mm falling in a single hour and thousands of people stranded as roads, rail services and flights were disrupted. The Japan Meteorological Agency said the extreme conditions were caused by warm, humid air […]

today14 August 2026 11

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Police Federation Threatens Legal Action Over Planned Early Release of PC Andrew Harper’s Killers

The Police Federation has threatened to take the UK government to court over plans to allow two of the men convicted in the killing of PC Andrew Harper to be released early, intensifying pressure on Prime Minister Andy Burnham over his controversial prison release policy. The proposed legal challenge comes amid growing public anger and a petition that has attracted more than 100,000 signatures, making it eligible for consideration for […]

today5 August 2026 12

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Almost 30 Years After Making Olympic History With Nigeria, Jo Bonfrère Says the Reward He Was Promised Never Came

Nearly 30 years after guiding Nigeria to one of the greatest achievements in the country's sporting history, former Dutch coach Jo Bonfrère says he is still waiting for the reward that was promised to him following the Dream Team's historic football triumph at the 1996 Olympic Games in Atlanta. The 80-year-old coach recently revealed that, despite helping Nigeria become the first African nation to win Olympic gold in men's football, […]

today5 August 2026 10

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Iran Reviews Mediation Proposals as War With United States Enters Critical Phase

Iran has confirmed that it has received several proposals from international mediators seeking to end its escalating conflict with the United States, raising cautious hopes for diplomacy after weeks of military confrontation. While Tehran has not accepted any proposal, officials say they are carefully reviewing the initiatives as fighting continues across the region. Iranian Foreign Ministry officials said the proposals were submitted by regional and international mediators, including countries maintaining […]

today21 July 2026 16

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Burnham’s ‘No 10 North’ Vision Signals a Push to Reshape Britain’s Political Centre

As the race to lead the Labour Party enters a decisive stage, Andy Burnham is making it clear that he wants to do more than replace Keir Starmer he wants to redefine how Britain is governed. The Greater Manchester mayor has unveiled plans for a "No 10 North" in Manchester, a proposal that goes beyond relocating government offices. It reflects a broader ambition to shift political and economic power away […]

today29 June 2026 14

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NLC Threatens Nationwide Strike Over Rising Insecurity, Kidnappings

The Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) has threatened to mobilise workers for a nationwide strike in support of the ongoing action by the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) if authorities do not take urgent steps to tackle worsening insecurity in Nigeria. NLC President Joe Ajaero, said the labour movement stands firmly with teachers protesting the abduction of students and educators, particularly in Oyo State. He warned that organised labour would not […]

today4 June 2026 11

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