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A former England international, James Milner, has announced his retirement from professional football, bringing an end to a career spanning more than two decades in the Premier League. The 40-year-old midfielder, known for his versatility and consistency, was out of contract after spending the past three seasons with Brighton & Hove Albion. Milner holds the record for the most appearances in Premier League history, a milestone he reached earlier this year, cementing his status as one of the competition’s most enduring players. He began his career at Leeds United before going on to play for Newcastle United, Aston Villa, Manchester…
A $1.26 billion block trade in BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) made last week was likely a whale making a quick exit on a directional trade, says Greg Cipolaro, the head of research at financial services company NYDIG.On Tuesday, an unknown trader sold 29.2 million shares of BlackRock’s IBIT on a dark pool, a private trading platform that institutions use to discreetly make large trades outside public markets, sparking speculation about who made the trade and why.Cipolaro said in a research note on Friday that several indicators were “consistent with a large directional holder exiting a concentrated position rather than…
Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Picking the right shoes to pack for a summer vacation can feel confusing, unless you take a page from Selena Gomez‘s book. The star just shared a new Instagram post from her latest trip to London, which included plenty of appearances from woven Mary Jane flats. Best of all, we found a similarly chic style that you’ll want to pack in your carry-on this season — especially since our pick is under $55. As seen in the stylish photos, Gomez…
Akwa Ibom State Governor Umo Eno’s declaration that he will not complete the long-stalled Ibom Science Park project has exposed a contradiction between his public commitments before assuming office and the policies his administration pursued during its first two years in government. The governor, speaking on Friday at a public event in Akwa Ibom State, dismissed calls for the project’s completion, insisting that the concept had become obsolete and had effectively been decentralised through youth development centres across the state. “I will not do the science park. There is nothing like the science park,” Mr Eno said. “We have replicated…
Violent crime seems to have returned to Anambra as gunmen whose identities were not immediately ascertained have attacked men of the Anambra State Police Command, killing at least two officers. The state has been peaceful for months, following a heavy attack on criminals, especially gunmen masquerading as Biafra agitators, until Sunday night’s incident. The incident happened alond Awa-Ndiukwuenu-Ufuma Road, where it was gathered the men accosted the policemen on patrol and shot at them, leaving two bodies on the main road. A keke operator plying the road last night, who witnessed the incident, said he was riding along the road when he…
Presidential aspirant of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), Mohammed Hayatu-Deen, has announced that he will not challenge the outcome of the party’s May 25, 2026 presidential primary in court despite raising concerns over alleged irregularities in the exercise. Hayatu-Deen made the declaration in a statement issued on Monday, days after questioning the credibility of the primary process where he alleged widespread vote manipulation. Before the announcement of the primary results on May 26, Hayatu-Deen had publicly distanced himself from the collation process, citing reports of vote rigging. “I am concerned by reports from across the country of widespread vote rigging, some…
Super Falcons head coach, Justine Madugu has named 23 players in his squad for upcoming friendly matches against Senegal. Captain Rasheedat Ajibade, veteran striker Asisat Oshoala, Chiamaka Nnadozie, Halimat Ayinde, Oluwatosin Demehin are some of the regulars named in the squad. Madugu recalled respected midfielder Ngozi Okobi-Okeoghene and forwards Francisca Ordega for the friendlies. Turkey-based midfielder Kafayat Shittu has been invited for the first time. The Super Falcons will host Senegal in both friendlies at the Remo Stars Stadium, Ikenne. The first friendly will hold on Friday, 5 June, while the second game is scheduled for Monday, 8 June. Full Squad Goalkeepers:…
Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, on Sunday hosted Super Eagles winger and Abia-born international footballer, Samuel Chukwueze, in Umuahia, where he announced plans to commence construction of the proposed Umuahia Stadium City before the end of the year. Chukwueze, who visited the governor alongside friends, was in the Government House to express appreciation for Otti’s support and presence during the burial of his late mother. Speaking during the visit, Otti said land for the project had already been acquired, adding that the state was currently at the feasibility stage. “I’m sure before the end of the year, we will flag…
The waste management crisis in Lagos State appears to be worsening, with heaps of refuse growing larger across several communities as the Lagos State Waste Management Authority struggles to sustain waste evacuation efforts. Weeks after residents and business owners raised concerns over uncollected waste, fresh observations by PUNCH Metro revealed that refuse dumps have expanded in parts of Oshodi, Isolo, Ajao Estate, Ilasamaja, Mushin, Idi Araba and Alimosho.When PUNCH Metro revisited parts of Oshodi on Saturday, fresh waste was seen being added daily to existing heaps along major roads and residential streets, with some locations gradually turning into what residents…
Bauchi State Governor, Bala Mohammed, has dismissed reports linking him to a proposed presidential ticket involving former President Goodluck Jonathan and a faction of the Peoples Democratic Party ahead of the 2027 general election. The governor’s reaction followed claims circulating on social media that he was being considered as Jonathan’s running mate after the former president emerged as the presidential candidate of a PDP faction led by Kabiru Turaki. Jonathan was adopted as the faction’s presidential flag bearer during a special national convention held in Abuja on Saturday. Although he did not attend the event, his certificate of return was…
