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A planned behind-closed-doors friendly between Scotland and Norway has sparked a war of words between the two nations’ coaches after the Scots withdrew from the match citing injury concerns. The training-ground fixture, scheduled for Monday in North Carolina as both teams continue preparations for the start of their World Cup campaigns, was called off by Scotland after several players reportedly picked up minor injuries. Scotland manager Steve Clarke said the decision was taken to avoid aggravating fitness concerns within his squad. As reported by BBC Sport on Monday, Clarke was quoted as saying, “It was just going to be a…

Apple’s keynote at this year’s Worldwide Developers Conference was a big one. After months of delays, Apple reintroduced us to its AI-upgraded Siri, which will go beyond what the existing voice assistant can do by offering more personalized help. We also got a look at many other updates coming across the operating systems powering the iPhone, iPad, and Mac.You can catch up with all the biggest news in the roundup below.Image: AppleSiri is getting a bunch of AI features powered by the latest version of Apple Intelligence, which Apple worked with Google to build. Apple is calling the upgraded voice…

Bitcoin’s (BTC) lowest-ever readings on the daily and two-week relative strength index (RSI) are coinciding with steady accumulation across several investor cohorts, strengthening what one analyst called the “best thesis” for buying BTC. Onchain data shows wallets holding 1,000–10,000 BTC added more than 53,000 BTC over the past 60 days, while smaller retail investors also increased their holdings. BTC accumulation grows across key cohortsMN Capital founder Michael van de Poppe highlighted Bitcoin’s historically weak momentum readings as a potential long-term opportunity.”The lowest Bitcoin read on the 2-Week RSI, and Daily RSI EVER. That’s the best thesis for accumulating and buying your Bitcoin,”…

Matt Damon is taking this time to be present for his daughters after years of grinding in Hollywood. “I think about it a lot, especially as my kids are getting older: really trying to be here now,” Damon, 55, said of his career during a recent interview with GQ. “It’s hard for me to do that. I think maybe that has to do with my own nature. It also has to do with this career where you’re always trying to figure out what’s ahead because it’s such an uncertain business and a pretty ruthless one.” He added, “Those kinds of…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) on Monday sought to re-arraign three senior officials of the National Assembly before the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) High Court in Jikwoyi, Abuja, over their alleged involvement in the diversion of N337 million belonging to the legislature. The defendants are Director of Public Affairs in the Directorate of Special Duties and Parliamentary Security, Aishatu El-Nafaty; a former Permanent Secretary at the National Assembly, Mamud Abubakar, and Deputy Director of Procurement, Igba Joseph. The anti-graft agency was set to re-arraign the three on an amended 23 counts of conspiracy, forgery, criminal breach of trust,…

Weeks after the controversy involving broadcaster Frank Edoho, his former wife Sandra Onyenucheya and singer Chike dominated social media conversations, a viral clip from one of the singer’s recent performances has generated fresh debate online. Chike was among the guest performers at comedian Funny Bone’s comedy show, ‘Half Man, Half Amazing’, held on Sunday at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos. The performance marked one of the singer’s most prominent appearances in Lagos since the controversy erupted online. As expected, the atmosphere inside the venue was lively as Chike treated guests to a string of his popular songs. Many…

The Super Falcons of Nigeria delivered a commanding second-half performance to defeat the Teranga Lionesses of Senegal 3-0 in the second of their two international friendly games at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne, on Monday. After a tense and scoreless first half, the Falcons found their rhythm to secure a convincing win in front of their home supporters. The match kicked off with immediate intensity as Nigeria earned an early set-piece taken by Captain Rasheedat Ajibade in the first minute, but the opportunity was not converted. The Super Falcons continued to press, with forward Joy Omewa narrowly missing another opportunity…

The Yobe State Police Command said its operatives have arrested three suspects in possession of dangerous weapons during a raid on criminal hideouts in Damaturu. The command, in a statement issued on Monday by its public relations officer, SP Dungus Abdulkarim, indicated that the raid on criminal hideouts followed directives from the Commissioner of Police, Usman Kanfani Jibrin, to police operatives in the state. “During the operation, three suspects, all residents of Moduri Ward, were apprehended in possession of dangerous weapons and suspected charms believed to be used for protection during criminal activities or violent confrontations with rival groups. “The…

The National Chairman of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, David Mark, has disclosed that only the party conducted its primary election in line with the Electoral Act. To this end, Mark charged candidates to ensure that they win all their upcoming elections. He disclosed this while receiving members of the House of Representatives, led by Abdulsammad Dasuki, at the party’s national headquarters in Abuja. Mark charged members of the ADC to remain focused and prepare for their forthcoming elections. According to him, the ADC will put forward only members who would win elections as its candidates. He charged members who…

Several passengers are feared dead after a train operating on the Warri–Itakpe corridor derailed on Monday. The exact number of casualties has yet to be officially confirmed, as rescue and assessment efforts continue at the scene of the incident. Confirming the development, the Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) disclosed that emergency personnel and relevant agencies have been mobilised to assist affected passengers and manage the situation. “The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) confirms that an incident involving the Warri–Itakpe Train Service (WITS) occurred today. “Emergency response teams and relevant authorities are currently at the scene attending to the situation and providing necessary…