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Crude Prices Fall on Abundant Supplies and Dollar Strength

February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) on Wednesday closed down -0.53 (-0.91%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) closed down -0.0180 (-1.04%). Crude oil and gasoline prices gave up an early advance and retreated on Wednesday on a mostly bearish weekly EIA inventory report. Also, Wednesday's rally in the dollar...

Barchart

Mozambique vs Cameroon LIVE: AFCON result, latest updates and reaction as Nigeria learn opponents

AFCON group-stage fixtures conclude as remaining last-16 ties finalised

Evening Standard

Crude Prices Erase Early Gains on a Bearish EIA Inventory Report

February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) today is down -0.03 (-0.05%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) is down -0.0196 (-1.13%). Crude oil and gasoline prices gave up an early advance and turned lower today on a mostly bearish weekly EIA inventory report. Also, today's rally in the dollar index...

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US air strikes in northern Nigeria: possible windfalls, as well as dangers

A month before the US carried out its Christmas day attack on militants linked to the Islamic State group (IS) in north-western Nigeria, president Donald Trump had declared Nigeria a “country of particular concern”. This was due to the alleged killing of Christians by terrorist groups in the country. Trump…

The Conversation

Anthony Joshua Crash Revives 'Jake Paul Curse' Theory After Fighters Beat YouTuber

Anthony Joshua's Nigeria car crash has reignited the online 'Jake Paul curse' theory, despite officials stressing the claims are based on coincidence.

International Business Times UK

Trump’s approach to Africa: more trade deals, less democracy and human rights

From Christmas strikes in Nigeria to peace deals and talks of trade, the US president’s diplomatic approach to the continent has been all over the place

The Guardian - US

From the World Cup to the return of Michaela Coel, 2026 promises to excite and bring joy

A very Long Wave-coded book, a landmark Nigerian film and more Black art and culture on its way in the next 12 months

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Anthony Joshua cried out 'I feel pain all over' after car crash that killed two of his close friends

The president of Nigeria has called the boxer who is staying at a luxury hospital

Evening Standard

AFCON 2025: Nigeria perfect as knockout picture sharpens

The Africa Cup of Nations group stage moved closer to its conclusion as Groups C and D wrapped up decisive final matches, with qualification places and knockout pairings taking shape across Morocco.

Euronews

Five things we learned on Day 9: No dancing for Put as Tanzania party on

Uganda boss Paul Put said he would invite his players to dance with him if they were to beat Nigeria, but the team was denied the chance to see their Belgian coach's moves after a 3-1 defeat.

Radio France Internationale

'I Feel Pain All Over My Body': Anthony Joshua Agonises Over Boxing Future After Losing Two Close Friends in Nigeria Horror Crash

Anthony Joshua says 'I feel pain all over my body' as insiders fear grief and mental scars could derail mega-fights after losing two pals in crash.

International Business Times UK

Nigeria handed major Victor Osimhen boost for last 16 after clear AFCON risk

Super Eagles don’t live to regret gamble taken with star striker against Uganda at Africa Cup of Nations

Evening Standard

Viral Jake Paul Curse Thread Links Anthony Joshua Crash to Past Tragedies

A viral theory suggests a 'Jake Paul curse' after Anthony Joshua survives a fatal car crash in Nigeria, joining a list of opponents who faced tragedy post-fight.

International Business Times UK

Nigeria star taken to hospital as double AFCON injury blow revealed

Not all good news for the soaring Super Eagles after third straight win at Africa Cup of Nations

Evening Standard

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Tanzania reach Africa Cup of Nations knockout stages for first time

Tanzania qualified for the knockout stages at the Africa Cup of Nations for the first time, following a 1-1 draw against Tunisia on Tuesday night in Rabat.

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Crude Oil Prices Turn Lower as the Dollar Strengthens

February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) on Tuesday closed down -0.13 (-0.22%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) closed up +0.0053 (+0.31%). Crude oil and gasoline prices settled mixed on Tuesday. Crude prices gave up an early advance and turned lower Tuesday after the dollar index (DXY00 ) climbed to...

Evening Standard

Who Nigeria will face in AFCON last 16 as opponents confirmed

Super Eagles now know their next assignment at the Africa Cup of Nations

Barchart

Crude Oil Prices Supported by Global Geopolitical Risks

February WTI crude oil (CLG26 ) today is up +0.23 (+0.40%), and February RBOB gasoline (RBG26 ) is up +0.0126 (+0.73%). Crude oil prices added to Monday's sharp gains today as global geopolitical risks from Venezuela, Nigeria, and Russia persist. Also, expectations that OPEC+ will stick with plans to pause...

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The Independent UK

John Fury sends condolences to Anthony Joshua after fatal car crash

John Fury has sent his condolences to Anthony Joshua and the victims of a fatal car crash in Nigeria in a video message.

The Guardian - UK

Uganda 1-3 Nigeria: Africa Cup of Nations 2025 – as it happened

Minute-by-minute report: Raphael Onyedika scored twice to help Nigeria through with a 100% record against 10-man Uganda, who are out

The Independent UK

Nigeria v Uganda live: Raphael Onyedika’s brace sends the Cranes home as Super Eagles’ top Group C

Uganda 1–3 Nigeria: Onyedika’s brace dumps Uganda out of Afcon as Super Eagles maintain 100 per cent record

Evening Standard

Uganda vs Nigeria LIVE: AFCON result, match stream and latest updates today

Super Eagles finish their Group C campaign on a high at the Africa Cup of Nations

International Business Times UK

Jake Paul Issues Statement After Anthony Joshua Got Into a Car Crash Due To Overspeeding

Anthony Joshua got into a major car crash, which killed two people. After hearing the news, Jake Paul issued a statement.

Evening Standard

Video posted by Anthony Joshua's friend shows car journey that ended in tragedy

Latif Ayodele posted a video on Snapchat of the friends in Nigeria before the deadly incident

The Independent UK

Anthony Joshua car crash sparks fresh concerns over roads in Nigeria

Anthony Joshua suffered minor injuries while two of his close friends were killed in Monday’s crash

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