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UN chief calls coup in Niger 'disturbing trend' in Sahel region

In tonight's edition: Niger's President Mohamed Bazoum vows democracy will prevail after mutinous soldiers detain him. Amid Russia's withdrawal from the Black Sea grain deal, President Vladimir Putin pledges free shipments to six African countries. It comes as Moscow seeks to allay food insecurity concerns caused by its invasion of…

France 24 · Jul 27, 2023

Morning Mail: Matildas’ hopes in the balance, vape crackdown, UN warns of ‘global boiling’

Shock defeat against Nigeria means Australia must win their last group game or they’re out, but at least it’s good news in the Ashes and in the pool

The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2023

Matildas face date with destiny after fluffing their lines against Nigeria

Nothing is ever simple for Australia, who must beat Canada or risk a disastrous early exit from the Women’s World Cup

The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2023

Women’s World Cup: Australia in danger of early exit as Nigeria stun hosts

Australia will now have to beat Canada on Monday to avoid an early exit from the tournament

The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023

‘Nigeria for life’: Super Falcons stun Australia at Women’s World Cup

Nigeria defeat co-hosts to move into top spot in Group B alongside Canada. Australia fall to third place.

Al Jazeera · Jul 27, 2023

Nigeria’s Asisat Oshoala pulls a Brandi Chastain with the best World Cup 2023 celebration so far

This was the best celebration.

USA Today Sports Media Group · Jul 27, 2023

Traffic jams are overwhelming Africa’s biggest city – here’s what could help

Traffic in Lagos, Nigeria, one of the world’s largest and fastest-growing cities, can be a nightmare. Citizens often spend 30 hours a week in traffic jams.

The Conversation · Jul 27, 2023

Pesticides are harming Nigeria: it’s time to update the law

The European Union has banned the use of several pesticides, and heavily restricted others. This is because of their potential health effects or environmental contamination, or because there’s not enough data to be sure that they aren’t harmful. Over 50% of these pesticides are still registered in Nigeria, however.

The Conversation · Jul 27, 2023

Today at the World Cup: Australia rocked by Nigeria as Portugal earn first win

The United States were held 1-1 by Netherlands in a repeat of the 2019 final.

The Independent UK · Jul 27, 2023

Tony Gustavsson rues making changes too late in Matildas’ shock defeat to Nigeria

Australia coach Tony Gustavsson insisted he was not disappointed by the Matildas’ performance, despite his injury-hit team’s shock 3-2 loss to Nigeria

The Guardian - AU · Jul 27, 2023