Author: Christine Dorothy

Chivas Guadalajara advanced to the 2018 CONCACAF Champions League final after narrowly defeating the New York Red Bulls 1-0 on aggregate. Alan Pulido’s goal in Mexico proved decisive, with Red Bulls failing to score despite a barrage of opportunities in the second leg.

The new PSL season kicks off in August with big matchups. Sundowns, Pirates, and Chiefs's opening games are now out, spotlighting early key clashes and Chiefs' busy five-game start. Official dates may still shift, but fans can start getting excited for another high-stakes football season.

After Air India Flight 171 crashed in Ahmedabad due to both engines shutting down, investigators are examining if a pilot's action with the fuel switches was mistake or intent. The AAIB and international agencies are analyzing cockpit data and have triggered fresh inspections for Boeing 787s. Experts are weighing in on human error and system failure.

The Colorado Rapids and Concacaf are facing scrutiny after discrimination allegations during a match against LAFC. Vague details and lack of transparency over what was actually said left both teams and the media in the dark. The situation exposed the challenges of policing discriminatory language in cross-cultural and multilingual settings.

Nico Williams won’t be joining Barcelona after complicated La Liga registration rules forced the club to pull out. The Spanish winger has renewed with Athletic Club until 2035, with a much larger release clause. Barcelona’s financial limits and Williams’ loyalty swayed the deal.

The UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities has sharply criticized Canada’s immigration detention practices, focusing on the treatment of migrants and asylum seekers with disabilities. The committee demanded an end to current detention methods and called for community-based support instead.

The USMNT edged Saudi Arabia 1-0 in a tough Concacaf Gold Cup match, thanks to Chris Richards’ goal from a set piece. The result secured their place in the tournament’s quarterfinals and underscored their strong defensive organization at Q2 Stadium in Austin, Texas.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are still the favorites for the NBA Finals despite losing Game 1, while the Indiana Pacers have attracted a surge of public bets. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads as the top scorer pick, and the fast-paced Pacers face the Thunder's tough defense. Bettors eye both safe and record-breaking long-shot props this series.

The FTC is digging into whether Media Matters and other groups worked together to push advertisers away from Elon Musk’s platform X, demanding records on alleged boycott strategies. The investigation heats up an already tense legal fight over claims that corporate ads ran next to hateful content on X.

JAMB will require nearly 380,000 2025 UTME candidates to retake their exams after major technical issues and irregularities. Official notifications start going out May 15, with retests set for May 16 onward. Authorities warn students to beware of scams and promise tighter security.

PSG booked their spot in the Champions League final with a 2-1 win over Arsenal, making history as they prepare for a debut showdown against Inter Milan. The French side’s sharp attack and determined defense proved crucial, ending years of pursuit for European glory.

Kenya's Finance Bill 2025, now greenlit by the Cabinet, targets tax efficiency and fairness. Unlike last year, the bill skips major new taxes, streamlines refunds, eases burdens for SMEs, and exempts pensions from tax, marking a major change in policy.