Afrobeat star Davido has made waves by launching his own meme coin, $DAVIDO, on Solana's blockchain. The coin quickly topped DEX Screener, earning Davido the title 'King of SOL.' Fans are divided, with some celebrating and investing, while others are skeptical, fearing a potential scam.
Former President Jacob Zuma cast his vote in Nkandla, marking his departure from the ruling party to support the MK Party. The brief voting session at Ntolwane Primary School was a significant political event, drawing attention from various party supporters.
Israel continues to launch airstrikes in Gaza's Rafah, sparking global outrage. The ICJ has demanded an end to these military operations. The offensive has led to numerous casualties and a massive exodus of refugees. Despite international condemnation, Israel plans to continue its actions.
Xavi Hernández, the iconic former player and recent coach of FC Barcelona, has decided to take a year-long break from coaching. After his last match with Barcelona, Xavi announced his plan to spend time with his family, recharge, and grow as a top-team coach. His decision comes after considering offers from Ajax and Chelsea.
On Children’s Day, the National Agency for the Control of AIDS (NACA) in Nigeria reiterated its dedication to preventing HIV transmission from mothers to their children. The agency's director general emphasized the importance of PMTCT services and called for a collective effort to ensure all pregnant women living with HIV receive the necessary care and treatment.
Inter Miami clinched a 2-1 win against Vancouver Whitecaps FC despite missing star players. Goals from Robert Taylor and Leonardo Campana led Miami to victory. Vancouver fought back with a penalty from Ryan Gauld but remain winless in five games. The match showcased different strategic approaches from the teams.
Pope Francis has acknowledged a second miracle attributed to Blessed Carlo Acutis, moving him closer to being canonized as the Catholic Church’s first 'millennial' saint. Born in 1991, Acutis had a profound faith in the Eucharist and utilized technology to spread his beliefs before passing away from leukemia at age 15. His canonization will be set alongside other future saints.
The Dallas Mavericks triumphed over the Minnesota Timberwolves in a nail-biting 108-105 victory during Game 1 of the Western Conference finals. With Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving combining for 63 points, the Mavericks seized home-court advantage. Game 2 is set for Friday night at Target Center in Minneapolis, where the Timberwolves will look to even the series.
Marcus Rashford's unexpected exclusion from England's Euro 2024 provisional squad is set to fuel his determination in the FA Cup final against Manchester City. Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag looks to his forward to make a statement in the high-stakes match. Despite setbacks, the team’s focus remains on securing trophies and evaluating progress annually.
With the UEFA Women’s Champions League final approaching, players like Barcelona’s Aitana Bonmati and Keira Walsh are facing significant workload issues. Having played over 40 matches since the start of the season, their situation underscores the demanding nature of elite women’s football. This also raises concerns about player recovery and potential burnout.