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Explained: Why Argentina players are facing backlash over post-match banner [Courtesy/AFP] Argentina players Lisandro Martinez and Giovani Lo Celso sparked controversy after their World Cup semifinal victory over England by waving a banner thrown onto the pitch by fans declaring sovereignty over the Falkland Islands.

Darline Graham: Lindsey Graham's sister inherits Senate seat after brother's death Three days after the sudden death of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, was sworn in on Tuesday to fill his vacant Senate seat after being appointed on the recommendation of United States President Donald Trump. Darline took the oath of office to serve the remainder of her brother's Senate term following his death earlier this month.

FIFA is set to break its own Laws of the Game during Sunday's 2026 FIFA World Cup final after approving a half-time interval of up to 30 minutes to accommodate the tournament's first-ever halftime entertainment show. Under the Laws of the Game, the half-time break must not exceed 15 minutes. By doubling the interval, football's world governing body will effectively set aside the very regulations it is tasked with enforcing during its flagship tournament.

At his mother Sandra Kassim’s birthday party, singer Diamond Platnumz spoke warmly about the role she has played in his life. He told guests that everything he owns belongs to his mother. Using the Swahili phrase “Changu ni chake,” he explained it means “what is mine is hers.” Diamond said many of his assets are legally registered in his mother’s name. He said this shows the trust and gratitude he feels toward her. He added that everything he has comes from her prayers and sacrifices.

FIFA is set to break its own Laws of the Game during the 2026 FIFA World Cup final on Sunday after approving a half-time interval of up to 30 minutes to allow for the tournament's first-ever halftime entertainment show. According to the Laws of the Game, the half-time break must not exceed 15 minutes.

Willy Paul (L) has accused Sallams SK of Wasafi of not telling the truth over what transpired during Furaha City Festival. (photos courtesy/Instagram) Singer Willy Paul has reignited his public feud with members of Tanzania's Wasafi Group after Diamond Platnumz's manager, Sallam SK, shared his version of what led to the headline act missing the stage at the controversial Furaha City Festival.

Darline Graham Nordone takes the oath of office as South Carolina’s first female U.S. senator. [Courtesy] Three days after the sudden death of Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, his sister, Darline Graham Nordone, was sworn in on Tuesday to fill his vacant Senate seat following a recommendation by United States President Donald Trump. Darline took the oath of office to complete the remainder of her brother's Senate term after his death earlier this month.

Iran has installed a massive billboard in central Tehran portraying U.S. President Donald Trump lying inside a coffin, following public calls to assassinate the American leader during the recent funeral of Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The giant display, positioned at the prominent Enghelab Square, was photographed on Wednesday and widely circulated by international news agencies inclusing Aljazeera.

Harambee Starlets protest over unpaid allowances despite Ruto's Sh33m claim [Screengrab] Harambee Starlets players reportedly staged a protest outside the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) Goal Project offices in Kasarani, demanding the immediate payment of what they said were outstanding allowances.

World Cup WAGs: Meet the wives and girlfriends behind football's biggest stars As the 2026 FIFA World Cup nears its conclusion, fans have closely followed their favourite football stars on the pitch. Away from the game, many of the tournament's biggest names also share their lives with partners who have built successful careers of their own. Here's a look at the wives and girlfriends of some of football's biggest stars.