In an eagerly awaited match, Manchester United and Manchester City are gearing up for the 2024 FA Cup final at Wembley Stadium. This face-off marks the second consecutive year the two football giants have clashed in the cup's final. Manchester City holds the upper hand, having won last year's final, while Manchester United aims to break new records in their 22nd FA Cup final appearance.
In a reactive move, China has commenced military drills around Taiwan in response to Lai Ching-te's inauguration as Taiwan's new president. The exercises, which featured dozens of jets with live missiles, underscore China's strong disapproval of Taiwan's leadership and their push for independence. Internal political dynamics within Taiwan further complicate the situation.
In a historic move, the Kano State House of Assembly has reinstated Sanusi Lamido Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano, following the removal of Emir Bayero and the abolition of four newly established emirates. This decision underscores significant political shifts and aims to centralize power within the traditional Kano Emirate Council once again.
Erik ten Hag is reportedly on his way out of Manchester United following an unsatisfactory season. The club, which ended eighth in the Premier League and exited the Champions League early, has identified Kieran McKenna as the primary replacement. This transition comes despite Ten Hag leading the team to three cup finals in two seasons, including a Carabao Cup victory.
A Singapore Airlines flight from London to Singapore faced severe turbulence, leading to one passenger’s death and several injuries. The aircraft, a Boeing 777-300ER, made an emergency landing in Bangkok, where emergency crews attended to the injured. The airline has expressed its condolences to the victim's family and is still investigating the incident.
Max Verstappen triumphed in the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix, maintaining his lead despite Lando Norris's late surge. Charles Leclerc secured third place at Ferrari’s home circuit, while Oscar Piastri and Carlos Sainz rounded out the top five. Lewis Hamilton and George Russell earned points for Mercedes, and Sergio Perez salvaged a tough race for Red Bull with an eighth-place finish.
President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi of Egypt and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia have met to further discuss regional security and boost economic cooperation, focusing on enhancing their bilateral relations. They exchanged views on various regional and international issues, emphasizing the Palestinian cause, Libya's situation, and anti-terrorism measures.
Chelsea has successfully secured Estevao Willian, a young Brazilian talent known as 'Messinho', for a record-breaking £55.7 million from Palmeiras. This move highlights Chelsea's strategic investment in youth development and their future Premier League ambitions.
Billie Eilish's latest album, HIT ME HARD AND SOFT, delves into themes of heartbreak and queer liberation with a blend of acoustic and hip-hop elements. The album, produced by her brother Finneas, highlights Eilish’s vocal range and emotional storytelling, making it a notable addition to her discography.
Prince Msizolli Ngonyama, uncle of Zulu King Misuzulu Zulu, has taken legal action to halt state funding for the king's activities, alleging irregularities in the king's appointment and mismanagement of the royal household. This motion adds fuel to an ongoing succession dispute following the death of King Goodwill Zwelithini.
Rumors suggest the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max will feature a 6.9-inch display, slightly larger than the iPhone 15 Pro Max's 6.7-inch screen. However, images of a dummy unit indicate the size difference may be negligible in user experience. The true impact of this size difference will be revealed at the anticipated iPhone 16 series launch in September.
Portable, the popular musician, was arrested for failing to pay the remaining balance of N14 million for a Mercedes Benz GLE 350. After making an initial payment of N13 million, he struggled to meet bail conditions and spent a night in police custody. His arrest and attempts to evade capture have gone viral on social media.