Posts by author: Declan Mireku

Monterrey and Inter Milan square off in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup at the Rose Bowl, both bringing new managers after shaky seasons. Monterrey looks for stability amid upheaval, while Inter tries to regain its bite. Inter’s offense is heavily favored against a fragile Monterrey defense.

Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni says the national team no longer relies solely on Messi, noting wins over Brazil and Uruguay without him. Messi, nearly 38, remains crucial but asked for a recent sub. The squad tops CONMEBOL qualifiers, showing maturity ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is sounding the alarm over possible exclusion from the NATO summit in The Hague, arguing it would hand a symbolic victory to Putin. Debate swirls over who decides on Ukraine's invitation, with reports of U.S. resistance despite Dutch officials insisting it's a NATO call. Kyiv pushes for clear dialogue and a defined role at the meeting.

Real Madrid have signed Bournemouth defender Dean Huijsen for £50 million, activating his release clause and beating Arsenal and Chelsea to his signature. The Dutch star joins in June 2025, marking Madrid's first major move under new manager Xabi Alonso.

Edward Kwach, legendary radio host, succumbed to meningitis at Coptic Hospital despite a wide-reaching appeal for blood donations. His death on April 29, 2025, sent waves of grief through Kenya's media community, with colleagues and fans remembering his profound influence on broadcasting.

Game 2 of the Bucks-Pacers NBA playoff series exploded early as an on-court fight led to double technical fouls. This heated moment highlights a series where the Pacers, now up 2-0, continue to outplay Milwaukee. Both teams face mounting pressure as the series heads to Milwaukee for Game 3.

Pope Francis, the first Latin American pontiff and a reformer, died at 88 on Easter Monday from a stroke and cardiovascular complications. His passing at Casa Santa Marta sets the stage for a historic transition, as the College of Cardinals prepares to organize the funeral and select the next pope.

Africa’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers heated up on Matchday 5 as Egypt and Morocco solidified their grip on group leads—Morocco already sealing qualification. Tunisia edged Liberia, Zambia climbed back into contention, while group upsets and suspensions add twists to the road to North America.

The University of Nairobi has claimed the top spot in Kenya's university rankings, according to EduRank, securing 805th place globally and eighth in Africa. The ranking highlights the university's impressive research output and notable alumni. Kenyatta University follows in the rankings, along with JKUAT, Strathmore, and Mount Kenya University, underscoring the competitive academic landscape in Kenya.

Argentina and Brazil face off in a 2026 World Cup qualifier, broadcast in the UK via Premier Sports 1. The highly anticipated match takes place at Estadio Mas Monumental amidst key player absences like Messi and Neymar. While both teams are likely to qualify, Brazil seeks to end its winless streak against Argentina, which has dominated recent encounters.

50 Cent poked fun at Tracy Morgan after an unexpected vomiting incident during a Knicks game, suggesting excessive drinking. Morgan later clarified it was food poisoning and jokingly tied it to the team's win, despite his past health hurdles like a kidney transplant and a major car crash.

Messages leaked from the late actress Kim Sae Ron show her pleading with actor Kim Soo Hyun for more time to repay a debt nearly reaching $500,000, stemming from legal fees his agency paid on her behalf. Despite initial leniency, Gold Medalist sued her for the full amount, while rumors suggest Won Bin contemplated paying off the debt.