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Leverkusen has pulled off a masterstroke in the transfer market, offloading 18-year-old winger Kerim Alajbegovic to Juventus for a reported €30 million, despite him never featuring in a Bundesliga match for the club. The Bosnian international, who made four appearances and scored one goal at the FIFA World Cup, becomes the most expensive teenager ever […]
Donald Trump réaffirme le soutien des États-Unis à la souveraineté du Maroc sur le Sahara occidental Le président Donald Trump s’exprime sur la piste d’essai de General Motors, lundi 27 juillet 2026, à Milford, dans le Michigan. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon) – Tous droits réservés AP Photo Tous droits réservés AP Photo Par Chaima Chihi Publié le 02/08/2026 […]
The Bloodiest Attack In Months Leaves 38 Soldiers Dead July 31, 2026, will be remembered as one of the darkest days in recent Nigerien history. In a brutal display of coordinated violence, at least 38 members of the Forces de défense et de sécurité (FDS) were killed in twin attacks attributed to the Islamic State […]
Ligue 1 transfer frenzy: Juventus lands Kolo Muani, Lens smashes records, Lyon signs Bacher As summer transfer windows heat up, French football clubs continue to make bold moves in Ligue 1. The latest developments include a blockbuster signing for Juventus, a historic transfer for RC Lens, and a promising acquisition by Olympique Lyonnais. Kolo Muani […]
The Paris-Saint-Germain (PSG) has finalized the transfer of striker Randal Kolo Muani to Italian powerhouse Juventus, as confirmed by club officials on August 2. The deal, valued at 38 million euros, includes potential performance-based bonuses totaling up to 12 million euros, taking the total to 50 million euros for the 27-year-old international. The French club […]
The Paris Saint-Germain are making a bold move in the summer transfer window. With Lucas Chevalier’s future hanging in the balance, the French champions have set their sights on Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki. The 23-year-old, who impressed during the recent World Cup, could be on the brink of joining the European champions, who have already […]
On Thursday, July 30, 2026, the Minister of Youth, Sports, Cultural Outreach, and Arts, Paul Kessany, advanced the implementation of President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema’s decentralization policy by signing a framework agreement for competency transfer with the Libreville Municipality. This significant reform aims to bring public services closer to the populace by delegating greater responsibilities […]
The chronicle of authoritarian regimes is marked by an age-old paradox: the very tools of repression meant to silence dissent often end up consuming those who wielded them. Burkina Faso, under the leadership of Captain Ibrahim Traoré, now exemplifies this unsettling dynamic. What began as a clampdown on traditional critics has steadily expanded to ensnare […]
The Moroccan people will soon travel on the Donald Trump Highway. King Mohammed VI announced on August 1st that the Tiznit-Dakhla expressway would bear the name of the former US president. This symbolic tribute honors what the king described as Donald Trump’s “historical recognition in 2020 of Morocco’s sovereignty over the Sahara”. The 1,055-kilometer road […]
Tchad: how public mismanagement challenges divine justice Recent statements from the Head of State, who blames Allah for the regime’s failures and invokes divine fear to control citizens, strike a discordant note amid the daily hardships endured by the population. In Chad, faith and spirituality are pillars of resilience, but when they are manipulated to […]
Borussia Dortmund appears close to finalizing the departure of right-back Yan Couto this summer, with negotiations reaching an advanced stage with Italian Serie A club Como 1907. Agreement on the horizon for Couto’s temporary move Following prolonged discussions, both clubs have reportedly settled on a loan arrangement that includes a potential future purchase option. While […]
Benin leader urges unity and honours security forces in national address In a speech marked by solemnity and restraint, Benin’s President Romuald Wadagni delivered a national address that placed duty and national cohesion at its core. The carefully crafted message underscored a commitment to inclusive leadership at a time when the country faces pressing challenges. […]