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• July 25, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

The U.S. Department of Justice is probing the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey by former Sangamon County Deputy Sean Grayson. Massey, 36, was shot after calling 911 to report a prowler. The incident, captured on body camera, has led to Grayson's indictment on multiple charges including first-degree murder. Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is advocating for the Massey family, demanding full justice.

• July 23, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

Nigerian comedian Brain Jotter faces criticism for his handling of the rights to the viral highlife song 'Gwo Gwo Gwo Ngwo' by Gentleman Mike Ejeagha. A lawyer argues that a compensation of N2 million is insufficient, sparking social media debates on intellectual property rights and fair compensation.

• July 23, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

The FIA determined that neither Lewis Hamilton nor Max Verstappen were predominantly to blame for their late collision during the Hungarian Grand Prix. The stewards noted that Hamilton could have done more to avoid the crash, but no further action was taken. Verstappen's claim that Hamilton moved illegally under braking was not upheld.

• July 22, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

A lorry carrying highly toxic sodium cyanide overturned in Rironi, Kiambu County, spilling the dangerous substance. Authorities swiftly responded to the scene, securing the area and initiating a clean-up operation. The public has been warned to stay away from the site due to the hazardous nature of the chemical.

• July 20, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

The article stresses the critical need to protect asylum seekers through improved policies and criticizes the current administration for jeopardizing the lives of individuals fleeing persecution. It calls for a compassionate approach and encourages citizens to advocate for the dignity and safety of asylum seekers.

• July 19, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

Arsenal and adidas team up with Labrum London to launch their 24/25 away kit and collection. The new kit honors Arsenal's ties to the African diaspora with a bold, unique design utilizing traditional pan-African colors. The capsule collection extends the theme with additional fashion pieces, celebrating cultural connections.

• July 18, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

The analysis covers the initial six fixtures of the 2024/25 Fantasy Premier League season, using Fixture Difficulty Ratings to help managers identify the best teams to focus on for a fast start. Liverpool leads, with a favorable spread of initial games, followed by Fulham and Southampton. The guide also includes defensive strategies and recommends rotating assets based on fixtures.

• July 17, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

Mick Schumacher, son of legendary F1 champion Michael Schumacher, is optimistic about his return to the Formula 1 grid. Racing in the FIA World Endurance Championship and acting as a reserve driver for Mercedes, he aims to leverage his current success for an F1 seat. Despite being dropped by Haas in 2022, Schumacher's ambitions are supported by Alpine's interest for 2025.

• July 16, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

A rare spade-toothed whale, one of the world's most elusive whale species, has been found washed ashore on New Zealand's South Island. This discovery allows scientists to study the species closely for the first time, offering new insights into its habitat, diet, and behavior. New Zealand's Department of Conservation and local Māori iwi are collaborating on this significant research.

• July 16, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

Following England's narrow 2-1 loss to Spain in the Euro 2024 Final, there's growing debate over whether Gareth Southgate should continue as manager. Despite his record of taking the team to two finals, questions about Southgate's tactical approach and the team's next steps are rife. His contract ends in December, and his future remains uncertain.

• July 15, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

In an electrifying Euro 2024 final, Lamine Yamal, at just 17 years and one day, became the youngest player ever to participate in a major men's football final. His historic performance contributed to Spain's dramatic 2-1 victory over England at Berlin's Olympiastadion.

• July 14, 2024
• Ethan Carrington

In anticipation of the UEFA Euro 2024 final, England is set to clash with Spain, a three-time European champion, at Berlin's Olympiastadion. Spain has displayed exceptional skill throughout the tournament, defeating major European rivals, while England aims to secure their first continental title.