Author: David Great

Battles over abortion shifted to state courts on Monday after the US Supreme Court overturned the constitutional right to the procedure nationwide, as judges blocked statewide bans in Louisiana and Utah and clinics in Idaho, Kentucky, Mississippi and Texas sued seeking similar relief. The six are among the 13 states with “trigger laws” designed to ban or severely restrict abortions once the Supreme Court overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling that recognized a right to the procedure, as it did on Friday. In Louisiana, abortion services that had been halted since Friday began resuming after Orleans Parish Civil…

Arsenal have submitted a £35m offer for Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez and appear to be leading Manchester United in the race for the 24-year-old Argentina international. (Mirror) Tottenham want to sign Brazil forward Richarlison, 25, and English winger Anthony Gordon, 21, from Everton in a double deal. Chelsea are also interested in Richarlison. (Sky Sports) But Everton are not interested in selling Gordon, whose contract with the Goodison Park club runs until 2025, as part of any transfer involving Richarlison. (Liverpool Echo) Spurs are also firm favourites to land Barcelona and France defender Clement Lenglet, despite interest from Roma in…

In his Arab apothecary shop in the historic neighbourhood of Bab al-Shaaria in the heart of Cairo, herbalist Rabea al-Habashi shows what he calls his “magical blends”. Mr Habashi has made a name for himself selling aphrodisiacs and natural sexual enhancements in the Egyptian capital. For the past few years, though, he has seen a change in what his customers most want. “Most men are now going for the blue pills which they get from the Western companies,” he says. According to several studies, young Arab men have been increasingly using drugs such as sildenafil (known commercially as Viagra), vardenafil…

At least 46 people have been found dead in an abandoned lorry on the outskirts of San Antonio, Texas. A Texas fire official said 16 people, including four children, had also been taken to hospital. The survivors were “hot to the touch” and suffering from heat stroke and heat exhaustion. San Antonio, which is 250km (150 miles) from the US-Mexican border, is a major transit route for people smugglers. Human traffickers often use lorries to transport undocumented migrants after meeting them in remote areas once they have managed to cross into the United States. “They had families…and were likely trying…

Chelsea have made contact with Manchester City about a move for England forward Raheem Sterling. Sterling, who joined from Liverpool in a £49m deal in 2015 and has scored 131 goals in 339 games, is a major transfer target for new Blues owner Todd Boehly. It is understood Chelsea are yet to lodge a formal bid for the 27-year-old, but one is expected shortly. Sterling has a year left on his contract and is understood to be reviewing his options. Sterling, who has 77 England caps, has never made any secret of his desire to play as much as possible…

President Muhammadu Buhari says he received the resignation letter of the outgone Chief Justice of Nigeria, Tanko Muhammad with mixed feelings. Buhari noted that he wished that the CJN could serve all his full term in office after he was sworn-in in 2019. He however warned the incoming CJN, Honourable Olukayode Ariwoola and other justices of the Supreme Court remain faithful and bear true allegiance to the Federal Republic of Nigeria especially with the 2023 election around the corner. Read President Buhari’s speech below: Earlier today, I received a letter from the Honourable Justice Dr. I. Tanko Muhammad, CFR, resigning…

President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday swore in Justice Olukayode Ariwoola as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the swearing of Ariwoola, the next most senior in the hierarchy of the Supreme Court, as the new CJN followed the resignation of Justice Tanko Muhammad. The acting CJN was born on August 22, 1958 and appointed a Justice of the Supreme Court of Nigeria in 2011. He was appointed a Justice of the Supreme Court in 2011. He was a Justice of the Court of Appeal between 2005 and 2011 after having been…

United States goalkeeper Matt Turner says he has been “able to realise a dream” after completing his move to Arsenal. The 28-year-old has joined the Gunners on a long-term deal – which was agreed in February – from Major League Soccer side New England Revolution. He made 102 appearances for New England during his six years with the club. “Watching Arsenal as a kid, I fell in love with the way the team plays and the values of this club,” said Matt Turner. He’s here! ???? Welcome to N5, Matty ???? pic.twitter.com/G3IuQKoHKi — Arsenal (@Arsenal) June 27, 2022 “It felt like…

Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad has resigned his position as the Chief Justice of Nigeria, a TV source says. Sources say that Justice Tanko Muhammad resigned on Sunday night, citing ill-health as the reason for his decision. It was gathered that there are ongoing arrangements to swear in the next most senior justice of the Supreme Court, Justice Olukayode Ariwoola, as the acting Chief Justice of Nigeria. According to reports, a formal announcement will be made shortly. There are others who believe that the CJN is resigning following allegations against him by 14 justices of the Supreme Court. Chronicle NG reports…

Chelsea Football Club on Monday announced that Petr Cech, technical and performance advisor, will leave his role on June 30. Since his appointment three years ago, Cech has provided advice and guidance on all football and performance matters throughout the club, while strengthening the links between Chelsea’s men and academy teams. “It has been a huge privilege to perform this role at Chelsea for the past three years. “With the club under new ownership, I feel now is the right time for me to step aside. I am pleased that the club is now in an excellent position with the…