Author: Ndarake Okon

Thailand has expressed support for Myanmar’s efforts to restore normal relations with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), after years of isolation following the 2021 military coup. According to reports, Thailand’s foreign minister said Bangkok wants to play a leading role in helping Myanmar re-engage with the regional bloc, but stressed that this depends on Myanmar addressing key concerns raised by ASEAN. Myanmar’s current leadership, headed by President Min Aung Hlaing, came to power after the coup and has since formalised control through a military-backed election that has not been widely recognised internationally. The ongoing civil conflict and lack…

Former Premier League champions Leicester City have suffered a dramatic second consecutive relegation, dropping into England’s third tier, League One, just a decade after their historic 2016 title win. Their fate was sealed following a 2–2 home draw against Hull City, leaving them too far from safety with only a few matches remaining in the Championship season. According to reports carried on Flashscore and aligned with other match summaries, Leicester’s struggles were compounded by a six-point deduction for breaching financial regulations, which significantly damaged their survival hopes. Even without the penalty, poor performances throughout the campaign—including defensive lapses and inconsistent…

Brighton delivered a dominant performance to defeat Chelsea 3-0, a result that significantly boosted their push for European football while deepening the Blues’ poor run of form. The loss leaves Chelsea with just one win in their last nine matches across all competitions, effectively ending their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League. The hosts started brightly and capitalised early, taking the lead after a defensive error allowed Ferdi Kadioglu’s effort via a deflection to find the net. Brighton continued to control the game with fluid attacking play, creating several chances before adding further goals through Jack Hinshelwood and Danny…

The government of Cross River State has confirmed a COVID-19 case involving a 53-year-old Chinese national resident in the state. Reports  gathered by Calabaronline indicate that the patient tested positive and was promptly isolated at the University of Calabar Teaching Hospital (UCTH) to prevent further transmission. Health authorities immediately activated response measures, including contact tracing and close monitoring of individuals who may have come into contact with the patient. Officials said the situation is under control, with surveillance intensified across the state to curb any potential spread of the virus. However, the Commissioner for Health, Henry Ayuk, reassured residents that…

Manchester City produced a crucial performance to defeat Arsenal 2–1 in a high-stakes Premier League clash, a result that significantly tightened the title race. The victory moved City within three points of the league leaders while also holding a game in hand, extending their strong home form and putting momentum firmly in their favour. The match began at an intense pace, with early nerves from Arsenal nearly punished before Rayan Cherki opened the scoring with a brilliant solo effort after weaving past defenders. Arsenal responded quickly as Kai Havertz capitalised on a mistake to level the score, ensuring the contest…

The United States has seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship amid escalating tensions in the Middle East, according to a Reuters report. U.S. President Donald Trump said the vessel was intercepted after it attempted to breach a U.S.-imposed naval blockade targeting Iranian shipping routes. Read also: Ukraine Launches Wave of Strikes on Russian Oil Refineries and Energy Facilities American forces reportedly disabled the ship and took full control, marking a significant escalation in enforcement of the blockade. The seizure comes as diplomatic efforts falter. Iran has rejected participation in a proposed second round of peace talks, accusing Washington of making…

Bayern Munich secured their 36th Bundesliga title after coming from behind to defeat VfB Stuttgart in a dramatic encounter, according to a Calabaronline match report. Read also: Lionel Messi nets late winner as Inter Miami CF edge Colorado Rapids in thrilling clash The Bavarians were initially on the back foot as Stuttgart took an early lead, capitalising on a lively start that put the hosts under pressure. Despite the setback, Bayern responded with resilience and attacking quality, turning the match around with a series of well-worked goals. Their quick-fire response shifted momentum decisively, as they took control of the…

The Strait of Hormuz—a critical global oil shipping route—has been effectively blocked again as tensions between the United States and Iran persist despite ongoing peace talks. According to reports, Iran reasserted control over the strait and halted maritime traffic after accusing the U.S. of continuing a naval blockade of its ports, which Tehran says violates ceasefire terms. Attacks on commercial vessels, including Indian-flagged ships, have further discouraged shipping, leaving hundreds of vessels stranded and disrupting global energy flows. Although both sides report some progress in negotiations held in Islamabad, major disagreements remain unresolved—particularly over Iran’s nuclear programme and control of…

The first group of migrants deported from the United States under a new bilateral agreement has arrived in Kinshasa, according to Reuters sources. The group, made up of around 15 to 16 people from countries including Colombia, Peru, and Ecuador, landed early Friday after a long flight that originated in Louisiana and included stopovers in Senegal and Ghana. This marks the first time so-called “third-country” deportees—people not originally from Congo—have been sent to the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The move follows an agreement announced earlier in April between Washington and Kinshasa, part of a broader U.S. strategy to accelerate…

Lionel Messi delivered a decisive late strike as Inter Miami edged out Colorado Rapids 3–2, handing new coach Guillermo Hoyos a winning start. Read alsoUnai Marrero the hero as Real Sociedad beat Atlético Madrid on penalties to win the Copa del Rey. The Argentine star scored twice in the match, including a spectacular late winner that sealed the victory in front of a crowd of over 75,000 fans. Miami had taken the lead early when Messi converted a penalty, before extending their advantage through another attacking contribution. However, Colorado mounted a strong comeback in the second half, scoring twice…

Real Sociedad clinched the Copa del Rey title after a dramatic 4–3 penalty shootout victory over Atlético Madrid, following a 2–2 draw after extra time at the Estadio La Cartuja in Seville. Read alsoManchester United Edge Chelsea as Cunha Strike Deepens Blues’ Losing Run The match exploded into life almost immediately, with Ander Barrenetxea scoring just seconds after kickoff, one of the fastest goals in the competition’s final history, before Atlético responded through Ademola Lookman to level the contest. The game remained intense and evenly contested, as Mikel Oyarzabal restored Sociedad’s lead from the penalty spot before Julián Álvarez struck…

Manchester United secured a crucial 1–0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, with Matheus Cunha scoring the decisive goal just before half-time. The Brazilian forward finished calmly from a cutback by Bruno Fernandes, marking United’s only shot on target in the first half but proving enough to settle the contest. Chelsea started the match brightly and created the better chances, with efforts from Estêvão Willian and Enzo Fernández going close. However, despite dominating large spells and hitting the woodwork multiple times after the break, the hosts failed to convert their opportunities, continuing a worrying trend in front of goal. The…

A classic Premier League clash between Chelsea and Manchester United is widely expected to be tight, intense, and unpredictable, with both sides under pressure for points and pride. According to  match preview, Chelsea come into the game in worrying form, having lost several recent matches and struggling to score consistently, including a run of goalless league games. Despite that, they remain dangerous at home and still rely heavily on key attackers like João Pedro and the returning Enzo Fernández to spark creativity. Manchester United, on the other hand, arrive with slightly better league positioning but mixed recent form, showing some…

Reports as widely circulated in international media, says Ukraine has carried out a fresh wave of drone strikes targeting key Russian energy infrastructure, including oil refineries, an oil depot in Crimea, and a major Baltic Sea port. Read alsoHungarian Election Winner Magyar Vows Democratic Shift with Eye on EU Funds The attacks are part of Kyiv’s ongoing strategy to weaken Russia’s war economy by disrupting its oil production and export capacity. According to the report, the strikes hit several refineries inside Russia, triggering fires and temporary shutdowns at some facilities. In occupied Crimea, an oil depot was also struck, while…

According to Reuters reporting, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz escalated sharply after at least two merchant vessels attempting to pass through the strategic waterway reported coming under gunfire. Read alsoIran Proposes Safe Passage for Ships Through Oman Side of Hormuz Maritime security and shipping sources said the incidents occurred shortly after Iran reasserted tighter control over the checkpoint and issued warnings over vessel movement in the area. Iranian naval forces reportedly sent radio messages declaring parts of the strait closed to shipping, with some vessels being warned they were not permitted to pass. In some cases, ships were reportedly…

Phoenix Suns eliminated Golden State Warriors, led by Stephen Curry, to secure the final playoff spot in the Western Conference after a convincing 111–96 victory in the play-in tournament. Phoenix took control early in the game and maintained their dominance, capitalizing on turnovers and converting them into crucial points to stay ahead throughout the contest. Read alsoLeBron James Hits Historic 12,000 Assists Milestone in NBA Career The Suns were inspired by a standout performance from Jalen Green, who led the scoring, while key contributions from teammates including Devin Booker and Jordan Goodwin helped seal the win. Golden State struggled offensively,…