Odikpo advocates sports for peace, social devt
Renowned sports commentator, Dr. Emeka Odikpo, has urged the country’s political leaders to lead in the fight against violence using sports as the instrument.
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Thousands march in Tel Aviv demanding hostage deal
Thousands took to the streets of Tel Aviv on Saturday, demanding the Israeli government reach a deal to secure the release of hostages captive in Gaza.
Joshua vs Dubois: Adesanya places $10k bet, predicts Joshua victory
Nigerian-born UFC star Israel Adesanya has placed a $10,000 bet on Anthony Joshua ahead of his IBF heavyweight title fight against Daniel Dubois. The fight is set for September 21, 2024, at Wembley Stadium, England, with 96,000 fans expected to attend.
UN General Assembly supports resolution calling for end to Israeli occupation
The UN General Assembly has overwhelmingly supported a Palestinian-drafted resolution on Wednesday demanding that Israel end its “unlawful presence” in Gaza and the occupied West Bank within a year.
Eight killed in exploding pager attack across Lebanon and Syria
Eight people, including a child, have been killed after hundreds of pagers exploded simultaneously across Lebanon and parts of Syria. The victims reportedly include members of the militant group Hezbollah.
Slovenia's Tadej Pogacar wins Grand Prix Cycliste de Montreal
Tadej Pogacar was so dominant on Sunday, Canada's Michael Woods called it a race for second.
Denis Shapovalov Enjoys Davis Cup Redemption, Sends Canada Into Finals
Denis Shapovalov let out a roar of delight as he sealed 2022 champions Canada's place in this year's Davis Cup finals on Sunday beating Britain's Dan Evans 6-0, 7-5 -- redemption for the last time he faced the same opponents. Back in 2017 Shapovalov's wild hitting of a ball in frustration hit the umpire leading to him being defaulted and Britain awarded the tie as a result 3-2. The 25-year-old made no such slip-up on Sunday as he won the opening rubber and ensured the Canadians and not Britain would be joining Argentina as the two countries to progress from the group in Manchester, England.
Slovenia's Tadej Pogacar wins Grand Prix Cycliste de Montreal
Three-time Tour de France champion Tadej Pogacar pedalled to a resounding victory at the Grand Prix Cycliste de Montreal on Sunday.