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  1. May 2026
  2. Citizen Digital

    It has sharply slowed down purchases of US soybeans, turning instead to Brazil. And Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent told CNBC that Trump and Xi were talking about setting up "guardrails" for the use of artificial intelligence.

    Trump says made 'fantastic trade deals' with China's Xi Jinping
  3. Citizen Digital

    ebt payment By Reuters May 14, 2026 05:20 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu reviews the honor guard during his welcome ceremony at Planalto Palace, before a meeting with Brazil

    Nigeria set to spend Ksh.1.4 trillion on debt payment
  4. Citizen Digital

    China has not imported any U.S. oil since May 2025 due to a 20% import tariff imposed during the trade war, offsetting that with higher shipments from countries ​such as Canada and Brazil.

    A Trump-Xi deal could revive US energy exports to China
  5. Capital News

    Yet the institution also noted that Africa’s agricultural securitization ecosystem remains relatively underdeveloped compared to markets such as Brazil, where farm receivables and commodity-backed financing have become mainstream capital-market instruments.

    Kenya securitises smallholder farm loans in bid to unlock institutional finance
  6. Citizen Digital

    He also tipped Spain and Brazil, called Portugal "very competitive" and noted that traditional European powers Germany and England are always dangerous.

    Messi says Argentina up against 'other favorites' in World Cup repeat bid
  7. Capital News

    NAIROBI, Kenya, May 9 – Kenyan environmental activist Truphena Muthoni has provisionally broken the Guinness World Record for the most trees hugged in one hour after embracing 1,234 trees during a climate awareness campaign in Brazil.

    Activist Truphena Muthoni Breaks Tree-Hugging World Record in Brazil
  8. Citizen Digital

    Truphena Muthoni breaks World Record by hugging 1,234 trees in 1 hour in Brazil By Brian Kimani May 09, 2026 10:44 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Kenyan climate activist Truphena Muthoni hugs a tree in Jan

    Truphena Muthoni breaks World Record by hugging 1,234 trees in 1 hour in Brazil
  9. Citizen Digital

    Brazil must channel World Cup pressure into motivation: Luiz Henrique By AFP May 08, 2026 11:02 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter FILE: Brazil’s Luiz Henrique controls the ball during the international footba

    Brazil must channel World Cup pressure into motivation: Luiz Henrique
  10. Capital News

    lly China and South Korea: Continue to record large numbers of infections Europe: Several thousand cases occur mainly in northern and central regions The Americas: HCPS cases are much rarer, with only hundreds reported yearly Countries in South America including Argentina, Brazil

    What is Hantavirus? WHO explains rare rodent-borne disease with fatality rate up to 50pc
  11. Citizen Digital

    30 (EAT) Add as a Preferred Source on Google Follow us Follow on Whatsapp Follow on Google Follow on Twitter Santos' forward Neymar warms up before the Brasileirao Serie A football match between Santos and Cruzeiro at the Urbano Caldeira Stadium in Santos, Sao Paulo state, Brazil

    Neymar and Robinho Jr publicly reconcile after altercation
World & Region

Thousands protest G7 summit in Geneva, clashes with police

The News

Demonstrators in Geneva threw stones and firecrackers at police, who responded with tear gas and water cannons, during protests against the G7 summit set to begin Monday in nearby Evian, France. Thousands from a coalition of over 60 associations, unions and left-wing groups turned out to protest against the gathering of top world leaders.

11 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Today

  1. Thousands protest G7 summit in Geneva, clashes with police

    Demonstrators in Geneva threw stones and firecrackers at police, who responded with tear gas and water cannons, during protests against the G7 summit set to begin Monday in nearby Evian, France. Thousands from a coalition of over 60 associations, unions and left-wing groups turned out to protest against the gathering of top world leaders.

    11 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Six killed in helicopter collision in Rio de Janeiro

    Two helicopters collided mid-air in western Rio de Janeiro on Sunday and crashed into a car dealership parking lot, igniting a fire that engulfed at least 20 vehicles. All six fatalities were crew members of the aircraft involved in the accident.

    13 hours ago · Citizen Digital

Yesterday

  1. Germany defeats World Cup debutants Curacao 7-1

    Germany won 7-1 against Curacao in their opening Group E match at the 2026 World Cup in Houston, with goals from Felix Nmecha, Nico Schlotterbeck, Kai Havertz (two), Jamal Musiala, Nathaniel Brown, and Deniz Undav, after Curacao briefly equalized through Livano Comenencia.

    16 hours ago · Citizen Digital

  2. Scotland beats Haiti in World Cup return after 28 years

    Scotland won 1-0 against Haiti in their 2026 World Cup Group C opener on June 13, with a first-half goal from John McGinn. McGinn expressed optimism that Scotland can reach the knockout stages for the first time in the tournament.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Brazil draws with Morocco in 2026 World Cup opening match

    Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco in their opening 2026 World Cup Group C match in New Jersey, with Vinicius Junior equalizing after falling behind to Ismael Saibari's goal. Coach Carlo Ancelotti urged patience, saying "you don't win a World Cup based on your first match," acknowledging the team played with anxiety and nerves but cautioning against losing heart early in the tournament.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Brazil draws with Morocco; Australia defeats Turkey

    Brazil drew 1-1 with Morocco in their World Cup opening match, with Vinicius Junior equalising for five-time winners Brazil. Australia upset Turkey 2-0, while Qatar earned their first World Cup point in a 1-1 draw with Switzerland, and Scotland won 1-0 against Haiti.

    14 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Germany defeats Curacao 7-1 in World Cup Group E

    Germany won their first opening match at a World Cup since 2014, defeating debutant Curacao 7-1 in Houston. Goals from Nmecha, Schlotterbeck, Havertz (two), Musiala, Brown and Undav secured the victory, putting Germany in a strong position to progress to the knockout stages.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

  6. Vinicius equalises as Brazil draw with Morocco in World Cup

    Vinicius Junior scored an equaliser to give Brazil a 1-1 draw with Morocco in their Group C World Cup opener in New Jersey on Saturday. Brazil, chasing a record sixth World Cup title, showed uncertain form under first-time foreign coach Carlo Ancelotti, while Morocco, the 2022 semi-finalists, took an early lead through Ismael Saibari's 21st-minute goal.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

  7. Scotland beats Haiti 1-0 in World Cup return after 28 years

    John McGinn's goal just before half-time gave Scotland a 1-0 victory over Haiti on Saturday, marking their first World Cup win since 1990 and their first major tournament victory in 30 years. The win puts Scotland top of Group C and on course to reach the knockout stages.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

  8. Curaçao faces Germany in World Cup debut match

    Curaçao, a Caribbean island of 160,000 people and the smallest nation by population in the tournament, makes its World Cup debut against four-time champion Germany on Sunday in Houston. Coach Dick Advocaat, the oldest in World Cup history at 78, believes the team can "steal some points" despite being underdogs.

    14 June 2026 · The Standard

Saturday 13 June

  1. Guyana nominates UN ambassador for secretary-general

    Guyana has nominated its UN ambassador Carolyn Rodrigues-Burkett to run for UN secretary-general, a post that will be vacant at the end of the year when incumbent Antonio Guterres completes two terms. President Irfaan Ali highlighted Rodrigues-Burkett's leadership during Guyana's recent non-permanent Security Council membership.

    13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Morocco coach urges team to respect Brazil without fear

    Morocco coach Mohamed Ouahbi said his players should not fear playing Brazil in their 2026 World Cup opener in New Jersey on Saturday, but treat them with respect. Ouahbi emphasized confidence in his team following Morocco's semi-final run at the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

    13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Brazil face Morocco in World Cup group-stage standout

    Five-time World Cup winners Brazil play surprise 2022 semi-finalists Morocco on Saturday in one of the standout group-stage matchups at the expanded 48-team tournament.

    13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. US beats Paraguay 4-1 in 2026 World Cup opener

    The United States defeated Paraguay 4-1 in the 2026 World Cup's first match on US soil, held in Los Angeles, with goals from Folarin Balogun (2), Gio Reyna, and an own goal giving the co-hosts a dominant start to the tournament.

    13 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. USA defeats Paraguay 4-1 in World Cup opener

    The United States beat Paraguay 4-1 in their World Cup tournament opener on home soil, with goals from Folarin Balogun and Gio Reyna, giving the co-hosts an early advantage in Group D alongside Australia and Turkey.

    13 June 2026 · The Standard

Friday 12 June

  1. Pele's 1958 World Cup medal expected to fetch £500,000

    Pele's 1958 World Cup winners' medal is expected to fetch £500,000 when auctioned in England later this month, as part of a catalogue of 450 World Cup-related items being sold by sporting memorabilia specialists BUDDS.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Morocco replaces injured Ezzalzouli and Aguerd for World Cup

    Morocco made two injury-enforced changes to their World Cup squad, with winger Abde Ezzalzouli ruled out due to a knee injury sustained in a friendly against Norway and replaced by Amine Sbai, while defender Nayef Aguerd, who has not played since March after groin surgery, makes way for Marwane Saadane. The changes come ahead of Morocco's tournament opener against Brazil.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Phygital Contenders Astana 2026 qualification event begins

    The Phygital Contenders Astana 2026, a mixed esports and physical sports competition, has started in Kazakhstan with over 200 athletes from more than 20 countries competing in football, basketball, and dancing from June 10 to 14 as the final qualification stage for the Games of the Future 2026.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. South Korea ex-president sentenced to 30 years over North Korea drones

    South Korea's former president Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to 30 years in prison on June 12, 2026, for sending military drones into North Korea in October 2024. Prosecutors argued the drone flights, which Pyongyang said included dropping propaganda leaflets, were aimed at creating a pretext for his controversial December 2024 declaration of martial law.

    12 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  5. Harambee Starlets prepare for 2026 Wafcon group stage

    Kenya's women's football team drew 1–1 with Zambia before losing 4–1 on penalties and beat Lesotho 6–0 at the Four Nations Tournament, results that coach Beldine Odemba says highlight areas to improve before facing Morocco, Senegal, and Algeria in the continental tournament.

    12 June 2026 · The Standard

  6. South American children named after World Cup football stars

    Across South America, expectant parents are naming children after popular footballers following the World Cup kickoff. In Ecuador, Neymar tops the naming trend with 3,847 namesakes, followed by Kylian Mbappe with over 2,800; Colombia's ranking reverses the order, with 836 Kylians ahead of 269 Neymars.

    12 June 2026 · The Standard

Thursday 11 June

  1. French city imposes curfew for under-16s during World Cup

    Toulouse authorities announced a curfew from 10:00 pm to 5:00 am for unaccompanied minors under 16 in the city center during "high-risk" World Cup matches, including those involving France, Morocco, Tunisia, and the Netherlands, following unrest during Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League celebration.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Ancelotti celebrates 67th birthday at Brazil World Cup training

    Brazil's Italian head coach Carlo Ancelotti marked his 67th birthday at a pre-World Cup training session attended by filmmaker Spike Lee, who watched the squad give Ancelotti a guard of honour. Ancelotti will lead Brazil against Morocco in their opening match at the 2026 tournament.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  3. Haiti's World Cup return inspires amid domestic turmoil

    Haiti qualified for the World Cup for the first time since 1974 and will face Scotland in Boston on Saturday. Ranked 83rd globally and grouped with Brazil and Morocco, the team hopes to make an impact and bring pride to their country amid ongoing challenges.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  4. Lutkenhaus beats Wanyonyi in photo finish at Oslo Diamond League

    American 17-year-old Cooper Lutkenhaus won the 800m at the Bislett Games in Oslo with a personal best of 1:42.08, edging Olympic and world champion Emmanuel Wanyonyi by one hundredth of a second in a photo finish. Lutkenhaus said he had to dive for the line to secure the victory.

    11 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Wednesday 10 June

  1. Chinese firms boost sales with World Cup merchandise

    Chinese manufacturers are producing World Cup merchandise, including Messi plushies, betting on consumer spending on fan goods despite China failing to qualify for the tournament that begins in North America.

    10 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

Tuesday 9 June

  1. Olivier Giroud extends Lille contract one year at age 39

    France's record goalscorer Olivier Giroud has extended his contract with Ligue 1 club Lille by one season. The 39-year-old former Arsenal, Chelsea and AC Milan striker scored decisive goals including four in the Europa League in his first season with the club.

    9 June 2026 · Citizen Digital

  2. Kenya's boxers compete in World Cup ahead of 2028 Olympics

    Kenya's 'Hit Squad' will participate in the second World Cup in China, with the event serving as preparation for boxers aiming to qualify for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics through Continental qualifiers starting early next year. A provisional squad of 20 boxers has been training, though the final team selection depends on government funding confirmation.

    9 June 2026 · The Standard

  3. Kenya could build football system with 47 county teams

    An opinion piece argues that Kenya's football failure, unlike its athletics success, stems from lack of systematic development rather than talent scarcity. The author proposes a Kenya Premier League where each of the 47 counties fields a team to build the sport's foundation.

    9 June 2026 · The Standard

  4. US study links smartphone access to decline in birth rates

    A National Bureau of Economic Research paper found that access to the iPhone correlated with reductions in births by 4.5–8.0 per cent at ages 15–19 and by 3.2–6.6 percent at ages 20–24, though researchers stress iPhones are not the "sole cause" of the 22 per cent decline in US fertility rates since 2007.

    9 June 2026 · The Standard

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