In an eagerly anticipated fixture, West Ham United will host Arsenal in a Premier League showdown on November 30, 2024. Arsenal, sitting fourth in the league, aims to climb higher with a victory, bolstered by the return of captain Martin Odegaard. However, Mikel Arteta's side cannot take West Ham lightly, as they come off a strong win against Newcastle, despite their manager serving a ban from the touchline.
In a thrilling Thanksgiving Day face-off, the Detroit Lions broke their seven-game losing streak with a nail-biting 23-20 victory over the Chicago Bears. Dominating early, the Lions faced a late-game scare when Chicago clawed back with two fourth-quarter touchdowns. Despite Bears' quarterback Caleb Williams' late surge, Detroit held on, clinching a long-awaited win and deepening Chicago's season frustrations.
South African authorities, led by the South African Revenue Service (SARS) and supported by law enforcement, executed a major operation targeting businesswoman Shauwn Mkhize, widely known as MaMkhize. This intensive raid took place at multiple locations, including her luxurious home in KwaZulu-Natal as well as her business premises in Gauteng. The operation aimed to address MaMkhize's mounting R20 million debt, impacting her family and businesses, authorized by the Durban High Court.
As Nigeria faces Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, the tension is palpable. Although Nigeria's Super Eagles have already secured their place in AFCON 2025 by dominating Group D, they are not taking this last match lightly. Meanwhile, Rwanda is fighting for survival, aiming to boost their qualifying hopes with a critical win. Absent players and strategies will play significant roles as both teams prepare for the thrilling showdown.
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby has resigned following criticism over the Church of England's mishandling of abuse allegations linked to John Smyth. Despite maintaining a relationship with Smyth, Welby acknowledged his oversight in addressing the allegations promptly. His resignation follows a critical report on the Church's safeguarding failures. Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell steps in as interim leader.
The Super Eagles are gearing up for crucial 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda with a training camp in Abidjan. Early arrivals like Moses Simon and Samuel Chukwueze are joined by key players such as Kelechi Iheanacho and Wilfred Ndidi. With a solid standing in Group D, a point against Benin will secure their place in the tournament. The team faces Benin on Thursday and Rwanda in Uyo on Monday.
Bitcoin reached an unprecedented milestone, soaring to over $87,000 following Donald Trump's victory in the U.S. presidential election. The surge is attributed to the anticipated cryptocurrency-friendly policies of the incoming administration. Despite the optimistic outlook, experts urge caution due to the volatile nature of Bitcoin, which has experienced significant value fluctuations in recent years.
Beyoncé's pioneering album 'Cowboy Carter' sweeps the 2025 Grammy nominations, securing nine nods including Album of the Year. This country-infused project highlights her musical evolution while exploring themes of empowerment and Black cowboy culture. Featuring collaborations with industry giants, 'Cowboy Carter' underscores Beyoncé's transformative impact on music.
Bologna's goal drought in the Champions League continued as they succumbed to a 1-0 defeat to Monaco. Despite tactical changes from manager Vincenzo Italiano, Bologna struggled offensively, missing several key opportunities. Monaco capitalized in the late stages with Thilo Kehrer's decisive goal. Both teams grappled with injuries to key players, yet Monaco's resilience saw them edge past the Italian side.
On November 5, Liverpool welcomes Bayer Leverkusen to Anfield in a highly anticipated UEFA Champions League showdown. Xabi Alonso returns to his old club as Leverkusen's head coach, while speculation about Liverpool's managerial position buzzes. With Liverpool's current strong form at home, this matchup promises excitement, especially as Leverkusen seeks to extend its unbeaten away streak.
