The Iranian national team has toed a fine line between expressing support for protesters back home and risking serious repercussions from the regime for doing so. They have been criticized for not being more vocal about the regime’s violent suppression of dissent on the world stage, the Associated Press reported. Some also called out Ezatolahi for failing to mention that Samak was killed by security forces.The team also faced criticism early on for meeting with and bowing to President Ebrahim Raisi before they traveled to Qatar for the World Cup. During the competition, however, the players appeared to cautiously express…
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The United States Women’s National team was in trouble one year ago. It had crashed out of the 2023 World Cup early following a disappointing group-stage performance. Its legends were retiring, its coach was on the verge of dismissal, and its players faced near-constant scrutiny from the media that used to deify them.What a difference twelve months can make. The team has found new life and is preparing for an utterly deserved gold medal final at the 2024 Paris Olympics. It’s the USWNT’s first appearance in a gold medal game since the 2012 London Games. What’s behind that change? Investment…
Franchises that practically run themselves are becoming increasingly popular among investors. These businesses are part of a franchise industry that adds a huge $788 billion to the US economy and has created more than eight million jobs. If you want to own a business that doesn’t demand your attention all day, you’re in the right place. Here are the best franchises that can run with little input from you. 1. BITCash USA Initial Investment: $40,000 – $50,000 BITCash USA entered the financial market focusing on the cryptocurrency sector by providing Bitcoin ATM services. The franchise began its operations to facilitate…
Ayourou, Niger – It was just a few minutes before 7 o’clock on a Friday evening in early June when Kani* and 10 others fleeing violence in northeastern Mali arrived at a checkpoint in Labbezanga, close to the border with Niger. Six armed men, three of them wearing military fatigues, at the checkpoint stopped the men and women who had begun their journey from their village on foot the previous day. “They [the gunmen] separated the men from the women,” Kani, 17, said. “Then three of them ordered all the four girls who made the journey to move into a…
What to KnowThe U.S. women’s national team will look to defeat Marta and Brazil to go undefeated and win gold in Paris under new manager Emma Hayes.LeBron James and Team USA men’s basketball are chasing five straight Olympic golds as it faces host nation France in the final. Conner Mantz, Leonard Korir and Clayton Young pursuing medals in men’s marathon for the U.S. Men’s breaking will get underway with qualification rounds, as Team USA will be represented by Victor and Jeffro. U.S. women’s golfer Rose Zhang is in the mix for a medal entering the final day of competition, as…
GEORGETOWN, Guyana (DPI) – The government of Guyana continues to expand the nation’s housing infrastructure for a sustainable future, evident in the phenomenal change witnessed by Guyanese nationwide and even abroad, says minister within the ministry of housing and water Susan Rodrigues; the investments in the housing sector are geared towards empowering Guyanese with homeownership and preparing them to participate and prosper in the bright future. Minister Rodrigues made it clear that the mission is to unite the country, ensuring its prosperity reaches every household, delivering remarks at the opening ceremony of the International Building Expo 2024, at the National…
“Nine to Five” by D’Yani, is one of the brand new singles on Bulby York’s latest One Drop Riddim. On ‘Nine to Five’ D’Yaniexpresses a yearning to be with his significant other despite the demands of a typical workday. The narrative captures the anticipation and excitement he feels as he counts down the hours until he can reunite with her. He lets his boss know he won’t be doing overtime, making it clear he has a special reason to leave on time. The song poignantly highlights how work consumes time that could be spent with his beloved, yet his thoughts remain fixated on her…
Carnival fans, here’s to more fun times, more costumes, nuff vibes, and more music of course. Enter Recording Artist NellaLeah, a Jamaican-born Singer based in the Cayman Islands who has been on the scene for quite some time. She has been bitten by the Carnival bug many times, and she wants to spread the joy, energy, and spirit of Carnival through her new single, “Tun It Up“. Produced by Jason “JG” Gilbert, NellaLeah brings the energy on “Tun It Up”. When the scene is filled with Soca fans, beautiful people, unity, and great sounds, you just want to experience it…
Zahra Baitie-Boateng, Managing Director – Africa, Africa’s Business Heroes Initiative Partner content: Africa’s Business Heroes By Zahra Baitie-Boateng, Managing Director – Africa, Africa’s Business Heroes Initiative A Ghanaian Adinkra symbol, “Sankofa” depicts a bird facing backwards with an egg on its back, symbolising the importance of learning from the past to create a better future. As Africa’s Business Heroes (ABH) enters its sixth year, with our most recent call for applications just ended, we have been reflecting on five key learnings to guide our next five years. 1. The African entrepreneurship landscape is growing more robust and diverse: Agriculture holds…
Boity Celebrates Women’s Day With A Heartwarming & Radiant Post. Boity Thulo has once again captured the hearts of her fans with a heartfelt Women’s Day tribute. The multi-talented star took to social media to celebrate the strength, resilience, and beauty of women, posting a message that resonated deeply with her followers. Boity Celebrates Women’s Day With A Heartwarming & Radiant Post In her post, Boity shared a heartfelt message about the importance of recognizing and honouring the women in her life, including her late grandmother. Featuring a beautiful video clip, the famed rapper celebrated the vibrant women who inspire…