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South-East athletes, others set for Tobias Igwe Memorial Classic

As a mark of honour for one of Nigeria’s greatest athletics managers, the late Coach Tobias Igwe, athletes from all five South-East states and others from the South-South and South-West region are warming up for the maiden memorial classic aimed at immortalising the late trainer. Though the Classic, the first of its kind in the country, is scheduled to hold in 2025, the organisers are already having hectic time trying to contain the increasing number of athletes, who have signified interest to be part of the event.

Senegal commemorates 80th anniversary of French WW2 massacre

Biram Senghor regularly goes to pay his respects at a military cemetery in Thiaroye, a fishing village near Senegal’s capital Dakar, bowing in front of a different grave each time.

Georgia-Georgia Tech 1999 - One of the most memorable rivalry games of all time - ESPN

Every rivalry has that one game, the one that, even amid a century of heated battles, stands out. It's the one still spoken of, years later, in hushed, reverent tones. Or maybe it's debated with righteous indignation on both sides. Either way, it's remembered in vivid detail — by the players, the coaches and, especially, the fans.

MEPs critique Angela Merkel's legacy as memoirs hit the shelves

"Freedom" is the political book of the year. In an autobiography, former Chancellor Angela Merkel looks back on her 16 years at the helm of Germany. Originally from the East Germany under the German Democratic Republic, the Christian Democrat leader profoundly impacted the European project.

Most memorable Thanksgiving moments in NFL history: From Leon Lett to Butt Fumble

The tradition started way back in 1876, when Princeton and Yale began playing their annual football game on the fourth Thursday of November. And by the time the NFL was born more than four decades later, Thanksgiving football was already an American tradition.

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South-East athletes, others set for Tobias Igwe Memorial Classic

Senegal commemorates 80th anniversary of French WW2 massacre

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