Morocco triumphed over Nigeria in the semi-finals of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025, winning 4-2 on penalties after a goalless draw in Rabat. This victory secures Morocco's place in the final, where they will face Senegal, who defeated Egypt in their semi-final match.

Real Madrid faced a shocking 3-2 defeat against Albacete in the Copa del Rey, marking Álvaro Arbeloa's debut as manager. The match ended dramatically with Albacete scoring a last-minute goal, highlighting the team's struggles following the sacking of Xabi Alonso.

Following a meeting between Danish Foreign Minister Lars Løkke Rasmussen and the Trump administration, tensions have escalated as both Greenland and Denmark assert that the U.S. is attempting to 'conquer' their territory. The discussions did not alter the U.S. stance on Greenland, which President Trump has expressed interest in acquiring.

U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that he has received information indicating that the killing of protesters in Iran has ceased, amidst ongoing violent crackdowns by the Iranian government that have reportedly resulted in thousands of deaths. This statement comes as tensions escalate between the U.S. and Iran, with Trump threatening military action if the Iranian government continues its violent suppression of dissent.

The French government successfully survived two no-confidence votes aimed at protesting the European Union's trade agreement with the MERCOSUR bloc, which has sparked significant controversy and unrest among various stakeholders.

Samuel Eto'o, the president of Cameroon's football federation, has been suspended due to alleged misbehaviour during the national team's exit from the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). This decision comes amid ongoing scrutiny of leadership within Cameroonian football and the performance of the national team in international competitions.

The criminal probe into Jerome Powell, the Chairman of the US Federal Reserve, initiated by the Trump administration, has raised significant concerns regarding the independence of the Fed. This investigation has led to fears that political pressures may compromise the institution's ability to operate without external influence.

Yulia Tymoshenko, Ukraine's former Prime Minister, has been accused of bribery by anti-corruption investigators, who allege she orchestrated a scheme involving members of parliament, including those from President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's party. This accusation adds to the ongoing scrutiny of political figures in Ukraine amid a backdrop of corruption investigations.

Melissa McKay of the Digital Childhood Institute has filed a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission, alleging that Google undermines parental control over child accounts. This complaint highlights concerns regarding the safety and privacy of children's online activities in the context of Google's services.