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South African lawmakers suspend diplomatic ties with Israel, close embassy

South African lawmakers suspend diplomatic ties with Israel, close embassy

Johannesburg (TVA)— On Tuesday, a majority of South African parliament decided to close the Israeli embassy and terminate diplomatic ties until Israel commits to a Gaza cease-fire. In a conference with other world leaders, President Cyril Ramaphosa accused Israel of genocide in Gaza with its military offensive to find Hamas militant rulers. The ruling African National Congress party approved the proposal. Pemmy Majodina, chief whip of the ruling African National Congress, addresses members of parliament in Cape Town, South Africa, Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023. The majority of MP’s voted to close the Israeli embassy in South Africa over the war…
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2023 WWC: Super Falcons captain Ebi is prepared to defeat England.

2023 WWC: Super Falcons captain Ebi is prepared to defeat England.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) captain, Onome Ebi, has confirmed the Super Falcons' readiness for their Round of 16 match against England at the FIFA Women's World Cup in 2023. With one victory and two ties, the team is unblemished in the competition. Ebi expressed her energized, powerful, and prepared attitude, stating that they trained for the match all year and are upbeat and ready for the challenge. Onome Ebi, the captain of the Super Falcons, has said that the team is prepared for war ahead of their Round of 16 matchup against England. After advancing from a challenging group…
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2023 WWC: England gets a major boost before their Super Falcons encounter

2023 WWC: England gets a major boost before their Super Falcons encounter

England's Sarina Wiegman confirmed Kiera Walsh will participate in the Women's World Cup match against Nigeria on Monday. Walsh, who left Denmark due to a knee injury, returned to team practice after a scan. Wiegman confirmed her recovery and said she will be available for tomorrow's match. Sarina Wiegman, the head coach of England, has stated that Kiera Walsh is expected to participate in the Women's World Cup match against Nigeria on Monday. However, Wiegman remained vague when asked if she would continue to use a back three. After being forced to leave the game against Denmark due to a…
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5 nations qualify for Round of 16 in the 2023 Women’s World Cup. [See Full List]

5 nations qualify for Round of 16 in the 2023 Women’s World Cup. [See Full List]

At least five nations have confirmed their participation in the Round of 16 of the Women's World Cup, which is currently taking place in Australia and New Zealand. After Sunday's games, Switzerland and Norway won their Group A matches and advanced. After a 0-0 draw with Switzerland, co-host New Zealand became the first host country to be eliminated at the group stage. The Philippines were defeated 6-0 by Norway in the other match. According to the results, Switzerland advanced as the group winner, and Norway finished second behind New Zealand on goal differential. Japan and Spain have already advanced to…
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Barack Obama Includes Burna Boy,  Ayra Starr On His Summer Playlist

Barack Obama Includes Burna Boy, Ayra Starr On His Summer Playlist

The summer 2023 playlist of former US President Barack Obama includes the music of Nigerian artists Burna Boy and Sabi girl Ayra Starr. Ayra Starr's "Stability" and Burna Boy's "Sitting On Top Of The World" were two of the tracks Obama included in his yearly summer reading list and playlist, which he shared on Twitter this morning. Here are some songs I've been listening to this summer that are a mix of old and new like I do every year. I'm eager to learn what I missed, Obama stated. The playlist, which is available on Spotify, features a wide range…
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