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Paris Saint-Germain beat Marseille on penalties to win a topsy-turvy French Champions Trophy in Kuwait on Thursday. PSG goalkeeper Lucas Chevalier was the hero of the night, saving two spot-kicks as PSG took the penalty lottery 4-1 after a frenetic end to the match left the two sides locked at 2-2. Desire Doue converted the decisive spot-kick after Chevalier had saved efforts from Marseille’s Matt O’Riley and Hamed Traore. PSG had taken an early lead when their Ballon d’Or-winning attacker, Ousmane Dembele, deftly lifted the ball over Marseille’s keeper Geronimo Rulli. Only Rulli’s quick thinking prevented Nuno Mendes from doubling…

Nothing’s inexpensive wireless earbuds are among the more eye-catching you can buy, thanks to a bright yellow option and a super small, translucent charging case (they also come in black and white). That said, their appeal goes beyond looks, with a feature set that impressed us enough to make them our go-to pick for shoppers on a tight budget. They nail the basics, and their sound quality exceeds expectations for the price, delivering expressive, enjoyable audio that’s adjustable via Nothing’s companion app. You also get active noise cancellation to cut down on unwanted distractions, along with three sizes of silicone…

Bitcoin’s start of year (BTC) rally ran into stiff resistance near $93,000, triggering a pullback that has shifted the market’s focus back to key support levels. While the higher-time-frame (HTF) structure still looks fragile, the lower time-frame (LTF) signal suggests bulls may yet have room to regain control if critical levels hold.Key takeaways:Bitcoin rejected at $93,000 for the third time, slipping back toward weekly lows near $89,250.Rising open interest during the dip suggests shorts are building positions near $90,000.Strong passive bids around $90,000 could act as a springboard, or fail and open the door to the $86,000 to $87,000 range.Bitcoin…

The TV adaption of Jennette McCurdy‘s I’m Glad My Mom Died memoir has faced a multitude of production challenges behind the scenes. McCurdy got her start as a child star in Nickelodeon’s iCarly and Sam & Cat, She ultimately quit acting to pursue a career in writing and directing. In 2022, McCurdy released a memoir titled I’m Glad My Mom Died. It quickly became a bestseller for its candid depiction of McCurdy’s childhood, which involved abusive behavior from her since-deceased mother. The tell-all was picked up to be adapted on Apple starring Jennifer Aniston — but has since been plagued…

The family of an Abuja-based lawyer, Nwamaka Mediatrix Chigbo, has announced her death after some unidentified kidnappers abducted her. In a statement on Thursday, the family said Nwamaka, a former treasurer of the FCT branch of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), was killed on Monday after her abduction in the nation’s capital. The statement, signed by her sister, Maureen Chigbo, a former president of the Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP), said that before her abduction, Nwamaka was on the phone with her sister, Anthonia, who briefly interrupted the call to attend to a client. It said that when Anthonia…

“I forecast that by 29 May or earlier, the president will replace ministers, especially those who have since outlived their IOU value. As pressure mounts ahead of the pre-election year, no fewer than five of them will be replaced or reassigned by the end of 2025.” – What you might expect in 2025, 10 January, 2025 This seventh edition of my special yearly forecast might be the last. I’ve enjoyed doing it – the hits and the misses – especially the big hits. From twice forecasting that former Vice President Atiku Abubakar would lose (2019 and 2023, he’ll lose again…

The Niger State Commissioner of Mineral Resources, Hon. Muhammed Qasim Danjuma, has appealed for the revival of the illegal mining task force to aid in enforcing mining laws against offenders in the state. Danjuma stated this during a visit to the State Commissioner of Police, CP Adamu Abdullahi Elleman, with his entourage at the Police Headquarters in Minna. He said reviving the task force would ensure a more peaceful environment and help achieve the vision of a new Niger State. According to him, “Some miscreants are hiding under the guise of mining to cause chaos and perpetrate crime in the…

A former Rivers State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Austin Tam-George, has suggested that the defection of Governor Siminalayi Fubara, to the All Progressives Congress, APC, altered the political dynamics in the state, weakening the influence of the camp loyal to the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike. Tam-George said that political calculations in the state within the last three weeks has changed, noting that the development appeared to have unsettled Wike and his allies. Speaking during the Arise Television’s Prime Time, the former commissioner stated it was why Wike in recent weeks embarked on visits to several…

The Edo State Security Corps, ESSC, has arrested a 36-year-old man, Jubril Abdullai, for allegedly engaging in homosexual acts with minors in Edo State. The suspect is reported to have carried out the illegal acts in Aduwawa, Urora, and surrounding areas near Benin City, Uhumwonde Local Government Area. Speaking to newsmen in Benin City, Richard Balogun, Deputy Corps Commander of ESSC, said the suspect lured victims with gifts and had allegedly abused five other underage children in the area. Balogun revealed that the arrest followed the hospitalization of a 12-year-old victim, who fell ill and was diagnosed with an ailment…

Major League Soccer, MLS, club Colorado Rapids have announced the signing of Nigerian midfielder Hamzat Ojediran. Colorado Rapids signed the former Nigeria youth international from Ligue 1 outfit RC Lens. Ojediran penned a three-year contract with the options of another two. Colorado Rapids paid around €3m to secure his services. The defensive midfielder spent two seasons with Lens scoring once in 17 appearances. The 22-year-old will join his new teammates after obtaining his visa.