Walsall's economy is under strain, with a slight GDP drop, more local businesses closing, and a third of local children in absolute poverty. Rising costs and stagnant wages hit both families and small firms hard. The council wants to focus on economic recovery and supporting the community in its new strategic plan.
Read MoreFormer Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey has been charged by the Metropolitan Police with five counts of rape and one count of sexual assault involving three women across 2021 and 2022. Partey, who denies the allegations, is set to appear in court in August. Arsenal parted ways with the player after the investigation began.
Read MoreDahane Beida from Mauritania leads a diverse team of match officials for the FC Salzburg vs Real Madrid FIFA Club World Cup game on June 26, 2025. The team includes referees and VAR support from Africa, Asia, and Europe, reflecting the global nature of the tournament.
Read MoreThe USMNT edged past Saudi Arabia 1-0 in a scrappy 2025 Gold Cup group match thanks to Chris Richards' second-half volley, keeping their knockout-stage streak alive. Coach Pochettino's halftime tweaks paid off against a stubborn Saudi lineup depleted by missing Al Hilal stars.
Read MoreAn Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed in a residential area near Ahmedabad shortly after takeoff, claiming 241 lives out of 242 onboard. Authorities recovered both flight recorders for investigation and may ground similar aircraft. The only survivor, Vishwash Ramesh, remains hospitalized.
Read MoreThe Department of State Services (DSS) has distanced itself from Nnamdi Kanu's arrest in Kenya, stressing it only operates in Nigeria. Amid Kanu’s terrorism trial, a DSS agent underlined their limited jurisdiction, sparking renewed attention on how Kanu landed back in Nigeria and the focus of evidence presented in court.
Read MoreThe Privateer 161 mountain bike gets a dramatic makeover with a paint job inspired by the Alfa Romeo 156 GTA, thanks to a collaboration between The Rider Firm and Blackcat Custom Paint. The build merges high-performance mountain bike and motorsport parts, sparking debate over its aesthetics but highlighting its race-ready capabilities.
Read MoreAston Villa host Tottenham in a crucial Premier League clash. Villa are fighting for a Champions League spot, while Tottenham rotate ahead of the Europa League final. Player selection, tactical approaches, and recent form set up a tense, high-scoring encounter, with Villa poised for a narrow win.
Read MoreSteph Curry is sidelined with a hamstring injury, missing at least three playoff games as the Warriors battle the Timberwolves. With Curry out, the team leans on Jimmy Butler and Klay Thompson in what might be their final run together. Caution surrounds Curry's potential return as the Warriors navigate an unpredictable postseason.
Read MoreReal Madrid is set to field a 4-2-3-1 formation with Jude Bellingham returning from suspension and David Alaba starting in defense. With crucial Champions League matches on the horizon, coach Ancelotti is balancing rotation and tactical tweaks to face seventh-placed Rayo Vallecano in their pursuit to catch Barcelona.
Read MoreReal Madrid is pushing back against LaLiga’s packed match schedule, demanding a minimum 72-hour rest between games. After a tight turnaround between Champions League and league matches, the club accuses LaLiga of putting profits before players’ health and threatens to skip future games without proper recovery time.
Read MoreSouth Africa is gearing up for one of the busiest travel periods as Easter weekend sees massive congestion on the N3, N1, and N4 routes. Traffic peaks could top 3,000 cars per hour at major tolls, especially when ZCC pilgrims head home. Authorities will increase patrols, and drivers are urged to be road-ready.
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