MOBO wins cap remarkable award run for Olivia DeanSinger-songwriter Olivia Dean has cemented her status as one of the biggest stars in British music after dominating the 2026 MOBO Awards 2026, capping what has been an extraordinary run of accolades.Triple triumph at the MOBO AwardsDean emerged as the standout winner at the ceremony held in […]

Gulf hub airports face uncertain future as conflict disrupts global travel The rise of major Gulf airports such as Dubai, Doha and Abu Dhabi transformed long-distance air travel over the past two decades, making it cheaper and more accessible for millions of passengers worldwide. However, ongoing conflict in the Middle East is now casting doubt […]

Landmark verdict against Big Tech could reshape social media, says BBC analysis A major legal ruling against two of the world’s biggest digital platforms could signal a turning point for the future of social media, according to analysis by BBC Technology Editor Zoe Kleinman. The ruling described as “damning”targets two dominant technology giants, widely understood […]

Israel Says It Killed Key Iranian Commander Linked to Strait of Hormuz Blockade Israel has announced the killing of a top Iranian military commander accused of orchestrating the near-total disruption of shipping traffic through the strategic Strait of Hormuz, in a move that marks a major escalation in the ongoing Middle East conflict Israeli officials […]

Arsenal Set to Sign PSG Forward What We Know So Far Arsenal are reportedly exploring a major summer transfer move for a Paris Saint Germain (PSG) forward as manager Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen his attacking options ahead of the next season. The player at the centre of the speculation is Georgian winger Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, […]

Osimhen to Barcelona What We Know So Far Speculation is intensifying over a possible move for Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to FC Barcelona, as the Spanish giants prepare for a major squad rebuild ahead of the summer transfer window. Barcelona have identified Osimhen as one of several attacking options as they look to strengthen their […]

FIFA Targets Congo FA Chiefs Over Alleged Financial Misconduct World football governing body, FIFA, has launched disciplinary proceedings against top officials of the Congolese Football Federation (FECOFOOT) over allegations of financial misconduct involving funds allocated for football development. FIFA confirmed that its Ethics Committee has begun formal investigations into senior officials of the federation following […]

Victor Osimhen Chelsea ‘Offered Peanuts’ in Failed Transfer Move Fresh details have emerged over why a proposed move involving Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen and Chelsea FC collapsed, with claims that the Premier League club made a significantly low wage offer described as “peanuts. Former Super Eagles striker Odion Ighalo revealed that Chelsea’s approach fell far […]

Iran rejects US peace plan, signals it will dictate terms of any ceasefire Tehran dismisses Washington’s proposal amid intense back‑channel diplomacy, insisting war will end only on its conditions Amid ongoing back‑channel diplomacy to end the widening conflict in the Middle East, Iran has rejected a peace proposal from the United States, signalling that any […]

CAS registers Senegal appeal over AFCON final ruling that awarded Morocco victory Senegal challenges CAF’s decision that forfeited the 2025 final and handed Morocco a 3–0 victory The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has officially registered an appeal filed by the Senegalese Football Federation (Senegalese Football Federation) challenging the Confederation of African Football’s (Confederation […]

Iran’s national football team has commenced preparations for upcoming World Cup friendlies in Turkey under strict media restrictions, as regional tensions continue to shape the squad’s environment. The team is currently holding a closed training camp in Antalya, with authorities enforcing tight control over media access. Journalists have been barred from attending training sessions, and […]

Iran train under tight media restrictions in Turkey ahead of World Cup friendlies Closed training camp reflects heightened security concerns as regional tensions cast shadow over preparations Iran’s national football team has begun preparations for upcoming World Cup friendlies in Turkey under strict media restrictions, as regional tensions continue to influence the squad’s activities. The […]

Denmark face North Macedonia in crucial World Cup playoff clash in Copenhagen Hosts aim to move within one game of 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification with high-stakes semi-final Denmark’s national football team will take on North Macedonia in Copenhagen on Thursday in a decisive World Cup qualifying playoff, with the hosts aiming to move within […]

Iran fortifies Kharg Island with troops and air defences amid fears of possible US operation Tehran lays traps and boosts military presence as intelligence suggests Washington may consider seizing key oil hub Iran has been laying traps and moving additional military personnel and air defence systems to Kharg Island in recent weeks, according to people […]

Five Super Eagles players to watch when Nigeria face Iran and Jordan in Turkey Despite the absence of talismanic striker Victor Osimhen, Nigeria’s national football team the Super Eagles still boast a strong contingent of talent as they prepare for two high‑profile international friendlies against Iran and Jordan in Antalya, Turkey. The fixtures part of […]

Arsenal injury update: expected return date set after Bayer Leverkusen injury Arsenal have provided an update on the expected return date for one of their key players sidelined with an injury suffered during the Champions League clash against Bayer Leverkusen, as the Gunners contend with multiple absentees amid a crucial run of fixtures in league, […]

FIFA rankings update reflects Morocco’s AFCON ‘victory’ FIFA’s official ranking system has been updated to reflect the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final outcome, with Morocco gaining ranking points as the result of the contested title verdict following the Confederation of African Football’s (CAF) ruling earlier this month. The adjustment comes after the CAF […]

Palestinian demands FIFA ban Israeli FA over discrimination breache The Palestine Football Association (PFA) has formally called on Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) to impose a ban on the Israeli Football Association (IFA) from international competition, intensifying a long‑running dispute over alleged discriminatory conduct and alleged violations of FIFA regulations. The call follows a […]

Slovenia becomes first EU nation to enforce fuel rationing amid rising energy costs Slovenia has taken the unprecedented step as the first member state of the European Union to impose fuel rationing in response to intensifying energy pressures, authorities confirmed this week. The move comes as rising energy costs, global supply disruptions and conflict‑related pressures […]

Migratory freshwater fish face growing threat from dams, pollution and overfishing Fish species that undertake vast migrations through rivers, lakes and ponds are facing a mounting threat from human activity, scientists have warned. These migratory freshwater fish, which travel long distances to reach breeding grounds, are being increasingly blocked or harmed by dams, pollution and […]

Aimee Lou Wood and Erin Doherty among leading Bafta TV nominees Stars of hit shows including The White Lotus and Adolescence are among the leading contenders for this year’s British Academy Television Awards, with Aimee Lou Wood and Erin Doherty earning major nominations. Both actors have been recognised in multiple categories, highlighting a strong year […]

Salah announces Liverpool exit at end of season Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah has announced he will leave the club at the end of the 2025–26 season, bringing an end to a historic nine-year spell at Anfield. The 33-year-old confirmed the decision in an emotional video message shared on social media, saying the time had come […]

Iran fires fresh missile waves at Israel, rejects Trump talks claim as ‘fake news’ Iran launched a new round of missile attacks on Israel on Tuesday as regional tensions escalated, dismissing recent claims by US President Donald Trump that negotiations to end the conflict were underway as “fake news” and raising fresh alarm across the […]

Leonid Radvinsky, owner of OnlyFans, dies aged 43 after battle with cancer Leonid Radvinsky, the Ukrainian‑American billionaire owner of OnlyFans — one of the world’s most widely used adult creator platforms — has died at the age of 43 after a prolonged battle with cancer, the company has confirmed. His death was announced by the […]