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Editor (Izuh C. Victory ) Chelsea Football Club is preparing to face Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) in the final of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, scheduled for Sunday, July 13, in New Jersey. Despite being labeled as underdogs, there's a palpable belief among Chelsea fans and some analysts that the team thrives in such high-stakes scenarios. The tactical discussions are intense, with fans pushing for key midfielders like Enzo, Caicedo, and Santos to start. While PSG might appear unbeatable on paper, Chelsea's recent form, including a convincing victory over Fluminense, showcases their capability to upset the odds. This match not only offers a trophy but also a chance for Chelsea to add another chapter to their storied history of overcoming top European teams. The excitement is building, with fans eagerly anticipating what could be a defining moment for the club.

Editor (Izuh C. Victory ) US stock futures traded broadly flat on Thursday, putting a Nvidia-fueled (NVDA) rally on pause as Wall Street weighed Delta's (DAL) upbeat earnings amid fresh tariff threats from President Trump. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures (YM=F) inched down 0.1%, while S&P 500 futures (ES=F) were little changed. Contracts on the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 (NQ=F) were also steady on the heels of a winning day for the major gauges. CME - Delayed Quote•USD E-Mini S&P 500 Sep 25 (ES=F) 6, 300.75 -6.50 (-0.11%) As of 8:50:52 AM EDT. Market Open. ES=FNQ=FYM=F Date7/10 6:15 AMClose6, 298.50 Open6, 299.25 High6, 299.75 Low6, 297.75 NQ=F23, 032.50 YM=F44, 628.00 5D Markets are regrouping after Trump's latest salvos on tariffs, which have done little to sap the ebullient mood that has pervaded for more than two months. After Wednesday's market close, Trump issued his most stringent threat yet, threatening Brazil with rates of 50% on its impo...

Editor (Izuh C. Victory ) A prominent Igbo Social Club,De Imperial Philanthropic Family (DIPF), a coalition of 207 distinguished billionaires from the Igboland, on Saturday 5th July ,2025 converged for their extraordinary general meeting at the iconic Acropolis Gardens and Residence, Okija, Anambra State . The event was presided over by the National President, Imperial Super High Chief Darlington Nwabunike (Ogbaluaku n’anwu na Ojoto), Eze Nwakaibeya, whose visionary leadership continues to inspire and galvanize the Igbo elites towards a common purpose “Living for Humanity”.  At the event Over, Over N495million naira was raised within just 30 minutes during the meeting.  The fund which exceeded their initial plan of N50 Million would be used to support underprivileged patients across various healthcare facilities in Anambra and other parts of the Southeast.  The group immediately disbursed N26.5 million naira to settle hospital bills for over 37 indigent patients in Anambr...

Operatives of the  Nigeria Customs Service (NCS)  have intercepted a large sum of undeclared foreign currency, including $420,900, at the Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport. The seizure was disclosed on Tuesday at a press briefing held at the Customs House in Bompai, Kano. Dalhatu Abubakar, Comptroller of the  Kano/Jigawa Area  Command, said the interception followed “credible intelligence and a clearance operation by officers at the airport.” The suspect, identified as Ahmed Salisu, a passenger with a Ghanaian passport, was flagged after arriving from Saudi Arabia aboard an Ethiopian Airlines flight. Upon arrival, the suspect, like other passengers, was reminded of the legal obligation to declare foreign currencies exceeding $10,000,” Abubakar said. A physical inspection of the suspect’s baggage reportedly led to the discovery of the currencies concealed in cartons of clothing. The total haul, according to customs, includes $420,900, £5,825, 3.9 mill...

The African Democratic Congress (ADC), has condemned the tweet made by an aide of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, which alleges that the opposition is planning to overthrow the Tinubu government before 2027. While we consider this tweet as reckless and malicious, we also believe it is a lot more than that. If anything, it potentially lays the grounds for systematic clampdown on opposition leaders. In a statement issued Wednesday, just one week after the formal unveiling of the national opposition coalition in Abuja, the ADC, through its spokesperson Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, warned that such reckless and unsubstantiated claim signals a broader campaign of intimidation and repression against political opposition leaders by the Tinubu administration. The party announced plans to write the International Community, Observers and Human Rights Organizations to pay close attention to unfolding political events in the country. The full statement read: Bayo Onanuga’s twe...

Today in 2001: Derico Nwamama was beheaded. Okwudili Ndiwe, known as Derico Nwamama, was a notorious criminal who terrorized the South East between the late 90s and early 2000s. He was just 22 years old. Starting as a street urchin in Onitsha, he graduated to a pickpocket and then became a dreaded criminal. The mere mention of his name sent shivers down the spines of everyone in Igboland. Derico rose to prominence after he killed his friend Chiejina, a cold-blooded armed robber who ruled the streets of Onitsha at that time. Their friendship began during the famous Umuleri/Aguleri War, but Derico was based in Abuja and only visited the East for robbery operations. After Chiejina's death, Derico became the undisputed terror in the land. The entire Anambra State and its environs were in turmoil. Traders in Onitsha couldn’t display their goods in peace, and people slept with one eye open. Derico raided banks in Onitsha, carting away millions of naira. Travelers passing through the stat...

🇷🇺🇫🇷 Russian President Putin issues warning to French President Macron following his threatening speech.  "There are still people who want to go back to the times of Napoleon, forgetting how it ended." Izuh C. Victory

President Donald Trump has announced that Nigeria 🇳🇬 will be among countries facing an additional 10% tariff for aligning with what he described as the “anti-American policies of BRICS.”. Izuh C. Victory

As summer draws to a close, leaders often feel pressure to optimize their team's efficiency for the next quarter. Common approaches like shortening break times, increasing meeting productivity, or analyzing email traffic seem logical but fail to account for how the brain functions. In fact, these tactics may do more harm than good by pushing teams to work against their natural cognitive rhythms. Dr. Mithu Storoni, a Cambridge-trained neuroscientist and author of Hyperefficient: Optimize Your Brain to Transform the Way You Work, shared a more effective solution with me. Her research shows that true efficiency in today's technology-driven world comes from aligning work habits with the brain's natural rhythms. Instead of pushing through fatigue, Storoni advocates for structuring work around periods of peak cognitive performance. By doing so, leaders can unlock higher quality output, greater creativity, and a more sustainable pace for their teams. Here are three pow...

Tomorrow morning (30 September), the Security Council is expected to vote on a draft resolution renewing for one year the authorisation for member states to deploy a Multinational Security Support (MSS) mission to Haiti to help re-establish security in the country and build conditions conducive to holding free and fair elections. Ecuador and the US—the co-penholders on Haiti—authored the draft text. Background Against the backdrop of rampant gang violence in the country, in October 2022 the Haitian government appealed for the immediate deployment of an “international specialised force” to temporarily reinforce the efforts of the Haitian National Police (HNP) to combat gangs. Secretary-General António Guterres endorsed the request, recommending that “[o]ne or several Member States, acting bilaterally at the invitation of and in cooperation with the Government of Haiti, could deploy, as a matter of urgency, a rapid action force” to support the HNP. In July 2023, ten months af...

Shelby Daniele. That’s not a name Fresno natives would not know. Local audiences thronged the Veterans Memorial Stadium in numbers to watch a local young athlete compete and bring in accolade after accolade. Remember that blistering 23.73s across 200m—the second-best in Central Section history, historian Ron Blackwood said—to help Buchanan High School clinch the 2019 CIF State championship? Deep community roots saw her move out of Fresno the following year with dreams of pursuing a job to give back to society. Five years later, a crowd is gathered at the same stadium yet again, but this time, for a different reason… On Friday, friends, family, and countless others arrived in hundreds. Some cried, some hung their head low, and others discussed the five-time All-Big West honoree’s impact on the community. But one common theme settled within conversations and thoughts: The kind of person she was. A fellow athlete’s father, Brian, credited the school record holder in women’s in...

1. **Balanced Nutrition**: Eating a variety of foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats, supports overall health. Staying hydrated is equally important, so aim for plenty of water throughout the day. 2. **Regular Exercise**: Engaging in physical activity for at least 150 minutes a week can improve cardiovascular health, boost mood, and enhance strength and flexibility. Find activities you enjoy to make it easier to stay consistent. 3. **Adequate Sleep**: Prioritizing sleep is crucial for recovery and cognitive function. Aim for 7-9 hours of quality sleep each night to help your body and mind recharge. 4. **Stress Management**: Incorporating relaxation techniques such as meditation, deep breathing, or yoga can help reduce stress and improve mental clarity. Finding time for hobbies and social connections also plays a vital role in managing stress. 5. **Routine Health Checkups**: Regular visits to healthcare providers for screenings an...

Il y a 16 ans, une Sud-Coréenne est portée disparue. Un mystère qui a été récemment élucidé après la découverte du corps de la disparue dans des conditions pour le moins atroces. Elle avait disparu depuis 16 ans. En Corée du Sud, la disparition d'une femme vient d'être élucidée de manière tragique. C'est dans la ville de Geoje, près de Busan, qu'une atroce découverte a bouleversé le quotidien des habitants, révèle Le Parisien. Âgée d'une cinquantaine d'années au moment de sa disparition, le corps d'une femme a été retrouvé dans un état de conservation surprenant. C'est grâce aux empreintes digitales du corps que la victime a pu être identifiée comme étant une femme portée disparue 16 ans auparavant. Principal suspect dans cette affaire, l'ancien compagnon de la victime a rapidement avoué son crime aux enquêteurs. L'homme a ainsi expliqué avoir tué sade l'époque lors d'une violente dispute ayant eu lieu en 2008, la frappant à c...

We all know someone who, despite their age, still looks years younger than their friends. You might even find yourself a bit envious, wondering what their secret could be. The truth is, it’s not all about good genetics. It often comes down to daily habits. Those who age more gracefully than their peers tend to follow certain routines. These routines aren’t complicated or expensive. They’re simple daily habits that anyone can adopt. In this article, we’ll share the top 8 habits that people who age slower than their friends swear by. You might be surprised to find how easy it is to incorporate them into your own life! 1) They prioritize sleep Did you know that sleep plays a crucial role in how you age? It’s true! Those who age slower than their friends often have one thing in common – they prioritize their sleep. This doesn’t just mean getting enough hours in, but also focusing on the quality of sleep. It’s during our sleep that our bodies repair and rejuvenate. It’s when our skin cells ...