Archive July 1, 2025

Newcastle apologise for any offence caused by kit launch video

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Newcastle United have apologised for causing any offence in a video that was used to launch the club’s new third kit.

The video, which featured Newcastle fan and singer Sam Fender, originally included a flag in the club’s colours that resembled the Rising Sun flag used by Japanese armed forces in World War Two.

The video was deleted by the club on all its social media channels and replaced by an adapted version.

Newcastle said: “The reaction to our new third kit with Adidas has been special, but the launch video contained a scene that could inadvertently cause offence.

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Ogoni Youths Protest Against Alleged Herdsmen Killings, Demand Police Action

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Tension rose in Port Harcourt on Tuesday as youths from Ogoni communities took to the streets to protest against the recent killing of several Ogoni natives, allegedly by suspected herdsmen.

The demonstrators, under the banner of the South-South Youth Initiative, marched from major streets in the state capital to the Rivers State Police Command Headquarters, bearing placards with bold inscriptions such as “Stop the Killings in Ogoni” and “Police Intervene in the Killings of Ogoni People. ”

Their mission: to submit a formal petition to the police and demand urgent intervention to prevent further loss of lives in their communities.

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‘No more silence’

Leading the protest was Saviour Oscar, Director of the South-South Youth Initiative. Addressing the press and security officials, Oscar decried what he described as continuous attacks on peaceful Ogoni residents and the silence of law enforcement authorities.

“Our people are being killed, and no one is being held accountable. We demand immediate arrests and prosecution,” Oscar stated during the protest.

Ogoni youths are protesting against alleged killings by suspected herdsmen.

Police responds

The protesters were received by Deputy Commissioner of Police in charge of Operations, Alhassan Kawu, who assured the group that their grievances would be formally delivered to the Commissioner of Police.

“We have heard your demands and will ensure your petition gets to the right quarters,” he said.

However, tensions briefly escalated when the youth leader challenged the DCP on the lack of arrests or visible action from the police. Video footage shows a heated exchange between the protest leaders and police representatives.

In response, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Iyke Okoro, stepped in to calm nerves and assured the protesters that operations are already underway to address the situation in Ogoniland.

“There are ongoing security efforts targeted at apprehending those responsible. We understand your pain and are working towards restoring peace,” ACP Okoro said.

Self-defense

The protesters warned that if the killings continue unchecked, communities may be forced to resort to self-defense measures.

The peaceful demonstration has once again drawn national attention to the fragile security situation in parts of Rivers State, especially in rural areas where locals allege rising attacks by herdsmen.

Aminu Dantata’s Body Arrives In Madinah, Dangote Leads Escort For Burial

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The remains of elder statesman and business icon, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, arrived in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday for burial, accompanied by Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, who led the escort from Abu Dhabi.

His son, Sanusi Dantata, confirmed the development on Tuesday in a post on X.

“Aliko Dangote personally went and escorted the remains of his great-uncle, the late Alh. Aminu Dantata, from Abu Dhabi to Madinah, where he will be buried at the Baqiyya cemetery.

“The body has arrived in Madinah this morning, and the Janazah prayer will be held at the Holy Prophet’s Mosque after the Asr prayer (around 1. 30 p. m. Nigeria time).

“May Allah have mercy on his soul and grant safe return to the family, friends, and well-wishers who travelled to attend the Janazah in Saudi,” Sanusi stated.

Dantata passed away on Saturday, 28 June 2025, in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, just 43 days after celebrating his 94th birthday. In line with his wishes, he will be laid to rest in the holy city of Madinah.

FG Delegation Condolence  Visit

Meanwhile, on Monday, a delegation from the Federal Government arrived in Madinah to commiserate with the Dantata family and take part in the funeral rites.

The delegation was led by the Minister of Defence and former Governor of Jigawa State, Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, who conveyed President Bola Tinubu’s message of condolence.

He was accompanied by the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of the Federation, Lateef Fagbemi, SAN; the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris; and the Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development, Yusuf Abdullahi Ata.

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The team, which departed Nigeria late Sunday and arrived in Madinah early Monday, was received by Mustapha Junaid and other family members, including the deceased’s wives, children, and grandchildren, who expressed gratitude for the Federal Government’s condolence visit.

Also present were prominent Islamic clerics—Bashir Aliyu Umar, Sheikh Aminu Ibrahim Daurawa, and Khalifa Abdullahi Muhammad, Imam of the Dantata Mosque in Abuja—who offered prayers for the repose of the late patriarch.

Born in 1931 into a prominent merchant family, Aminu Dantata later took over the family business, expanding it into multiple sectors, including oil, finance, and manufacturing.

Man arrested for ‘spying’ for Iran before possible attacks in Germany

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A Danish man has been arrested on suspicion of spying in Germany on behalf of Iran, an allegation swiftly denied by the Iranian embassy in Berlin.

German prosecutors on Tuesday said the man, identified only as Ali S under German privacy law, was suspected of conducting the surveillance “in preparation of further intelligence activities in Germany, possibly including terrorist attacks on Jewish targets”.

It added that the individual was suspected of receiving the espionage orders from “an Iranian intelligence service”.

German and Danish authorities said the man had been arrested in Denmark but would be extradited to Germany.

The Iranian embassy in Berlin decried what it called “unfounded and dangerous accusations”.

“Previous discussions with relevant German authorities have already highlighted that certain third parties are attempting to divert public perceptions from the actual events through artificial staging,” the embassy said in a statement.

Meanwhile, Germany’s foreign minister, Johann Wadephul, said Iran’s ambassador had been summoned after the arrest.

“If this suspicion were confirmed, it would be an outrageous incident that would once again demonstrate that Iran is a threat to Jews all over the world,” Wadephul said during a visit to Odesa, Ukraine, shortly after visiting a synagogue there.

Alleged spying

According to Germany’s Der Spiegel magazine, the suspect took photos of at least three buildings in Berlin in June.

They included the headquarters of the German-Israeli Society, which has lobbied the European Union to list Iran’s Revolutionary Guards (IRGC) as a “terrorist” organisation, and a building where the president of the Central Council of Jews in Germany, Josef Schuster, was said to occasionally stay.

Der Spiegel reported that investigators believe the suspect was working on behalf of the Quds Force, the foreign operations arm of the IRGC.

He was arrested in the Danish city of Aarhus by local police last week and was awaiting extradition to Germany.

During the 12-day war between Israel and Iran in June, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said his country was preparing “in case Iran targets Israeli or Jewish institutions”.

He did not provide further details at the time.

Jessie J shares emotional health update days after mastectomy – ‘I’m grateful’

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Singer Jessie J has shared a health update on social media after undergoing a mastectomy following her breast cancer diagnosis and has said she is ‘positive and grateful’

Jessie J is recovering after undergoing a mastectomy(Image: @jessiej/Instagram)

Jessie J has provided her fans with an update on her health almost two weeks after having a mastectomy. The Price Tag singer, 37, underwent surgery 11 days ago after she had announced that she had been diagnosed with “early breast cancer”.

She has been open and honest with her fans about her own experiences and regularly takes to Instagram to share her journey. And in her latest update, the songstress has revealed she was “feeling a little out of it” during her recovery, but insists she is “positive and grateful”.

Taking to her Instagram Story on Tuesday, Jessie uploaded a photo alongside her two-year-old son, Sky. She wrote: “For those asking for a health update. l am 11 days post surgery. I’m good.

“Missing being an active Mum / human the most. But it’s been nice to slow down and Sky is having a blast with Nanny and Grandad. It’s still uncomfortable / a little painful but l can handle that. I’m doing my exercises and taking all the healthy things. I have been trying to eat super clean. “

Jessie J shared her message on social media
Jessie J shared her message on social media(Image: jessiej/instagram)

She went on: “I have stopped all pain meds. Just not my thing. Also like to feel how it feels so I don’t overdo it.

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“I have now done a [poo emoji]. Still have my drain. Anyone else who has had this, did you feel like you are walking around one of those dog / duck toys.

“I carry mine on the floor when l’m home so the gravity can help the drain. Hoping it’s out by the end of the week. I am feeling positive and grateful. “

Shortly after, she took to the platform again to add: “If you do see me out, sitting in a park or coming out of a doctors appointment or eating or walking or anything, and I am seem a little out of it. I am.

“It’s not personal. I don’t have what l usually have to give energy wise, understandably. I will get there. It’s a slow road. For now l am taking it easy. Enjoying the slow vibes and staying positive. “

Jessie J and son
The singer said she missed being an active mum(Image: jessiej/instagram)

Jessie’s surgery came weeks after she had performed at the Summertime Ball. During her performance she told the 80,000 strong audience that this would be the last performance before her surgery.

She explained: “Today, this show is my last show before I go to beat breast cancer! So it’s so special to me you have no idea. I feel so special to be from the UK, to be an honest person and say how you feel.

“This is my last show before go treatment and all the things It’s the most special thing and I’m so grateful for this life, for you guys, for my career, to my, my son. My partner, my parents. My family, my band, my crew. “

She added: “We are so lucky, we have so much to live for, so much joy, so much, so many things to do. “

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Jo Malone launches new ‘best ever’ £59 perfume that smells just like ice cream

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Jo Malone’s new summer scent is an instant hit with us(Image: Getty)

If you’re after a new perfume for summer but aren’t keen on the large number of beachy, coconutty, sun cream-like scents that fill the beauty aisles at this time of year, then we’ve found the perfect alternative.

Popular British fragrance brand Jo Malone London has just dropped its latest collection for summer, and it’s just divine. The Raspberry Ripple collection is, as its name suggests, inspired by the classic ice cream flavour, and inspired by nostalgic childhood trips to the great British seaside.

While a full-size 100ml bottle of Raspberry Ripple Cologne costs £128, you can buy a travel-friendly 30ml bottle for £59 from the Jo Malone website and Cult Beauty (and both come topped with cute candy-striped bows).

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Jo Malone London Raspberry Ripple Cologne
Available in 30ml and 100ml bottles(Image: Jo Malone London)

Jo Malone London describes this new summery scent as “A scrumptious raspberry ripple ice cream. Sharp-scarlet juices of lush raspberries and redcurrants swirling through white musk. Vivacious and enticing,” with a top note of redcurrant, a heart note of raspberry, and a base note of white musk.

As Raspberry Ripple Cologne only dropped today, customer comments about it are yet to build up, but there is one five-star review already on the Jo Malone website, which calls it “another best ever”.

“I bought this as soon as it was launched via the early pre-sale, so blind without smelling. I’ve done that with my last few limited edition scents, which have all been excellent,” the shopper wrote. “This is no different and does not disappoint and I love it! Fruity and sharp but with a lovely background hint of subtle musk of some sort! Not too sweet but reminds me of summers and ice creams, It’s very distinctive and for me, lasting well. I just love it! The packaging is also lovely, another JM triumph. I’m a big fan! “

model holding ice cream and perfume
Inspired by childhood seaside trips(Image: Jo Malone London)

Our beauty editor Laura also had a sniff before it launched, and says, “I’m not normally one for fruity fragrances, but this is utterly irresistible. It’s much more tart than sweet, and transports me to a particular moment or memory more than any other perfume I’ve ever smelt. A definitely summer hit. “

If, however, beachy, salty fragrances are more your summer scent vibe, you should definitely check out this £25 body mist that’s been getting me so many compliments recently; I’ve even ditched my pricier perfumes for it.

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For something similar to this but with a bit more staying power, you could also try Jo Malone London’s new Beach Blossom Cologne, £86, or the cult classic Estée Lauder Bronze Goddess Eau Fraîche Skinscent, which currently has 25% and is down to £43. 50.