Today: October 16, 2024
Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo has announced that the city will honor Rebecca Cheptegei, the late Ugandan Olympic marathon runner, by naming a sports venue after her. The 33-year former world champion, who had finished 44th in the marathon at the recent Paris…
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is set to publish its first book of sports photography, titled “Game Changers: Sports Photographs from the National Museum of African American History and Culture,” on September 17, 2024. This groundbreaking…
The Super Eagles of Nigeria have made the decision to shelve their upcoming AFCON 2025 qualifier against Libya after enduring an exhausting 12-hour ordeal at Al Abraq Airport. The team arrived in Libya following a successful first leg match in Uyo, where…
Nigerian-born bodybuilder Samson Dauda, representing the United Kingdom, has clinched the title of Mr. Olympia 2024 in the Men’s Open Division. The landmark victory marks him as the 19th champion in the competition’s six-decade history and the first of Nigerian origin to…
As Washington, D.C. prepares to observe Indigenous Peoples’ Day on October 14, several services and operations will be affected across the city. This holiday will bring a range of changes that residents should be aware of to ensure a smooth day. Transportation…
For several years, Formula One, F1, world star Lewis Hamilton has pushed for the return of F1 Africa. All these years, he has maintained that it is unjust to keep ignoring Africa considering its importance to the global sports industry. At the…
On October 1, 2024, Nigerian Afrobeats star Davido celebrated Nigeria’s Independence Day in style by launching his second collaboration with Puma at their flagship store in New York City. The event was a vibrant blend of culture and fashion, featuring a DJ…
Dikembe Mutombo, a towering figure on and off the court, has left a legendary legacy in the world, particularly in his homeland, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Beyond his celebrated NBA career, Mutombo’s legacy is defined by his profound commitment…
The Bowser Administration and the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority (WMATA) have unveiled a plan to enhance Metrobus services in response to the phase-out of the DC Circulator, which is set to conclude by December 31, 2024. This initiative aims to mitigate…
Three housing projects have become the first to receive conditional tax reductions under the District’s Housing in Downtown program. Mayor Muriel Bowser announced the support for the commercial-to-residential conversion projects on Thursday, September 5. During the announcement, she emphasized the significance of…
