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Brazil, the defending champions, have failed to qualify for Paris 2024 after a 1-0 loss to Argentina. 

Brazil had been eyeing up a third consecutive gold in the men’s Olympic football tournament. They have won a men’s football medal at the past four Olympics.

Argentina, who won gold in 2004 and 2008, finished the final qualifying event with five points.

Kelvin Kiptum, the world record holder for the men’s marathon from Kenya, tragically passed away in a car accident in his home country at the age of 24.

The accident occurred on a road in western Kenya on Sunday, claiming the lives of Kiptum and his coach, Gervais Hakizimana from Rwanda.

Kiptum rose to prominence in 2023 as a formidable competitor to fellow Kenyan marathon star Eliud Kipchoge.

Finland’s former conservative Prime Minister, Alexander Stubb, has won the presidential election held on Sunday, according to final results.

Stubb secured 51.6% of the vote, defeating his Green Party rival, Pekka Haavisto, the former foreign minister, who had 48.4%. Haavisto has conceded defeat.

This election marks Finland’s first since joining the NATO military alliance.

Israel rescued two male hostages in a raid in Rafah amid reports of Israeli airstrikes hit the southern Gazan city of Rafah. 

The Israeli military confirms the men are in “good medical condition.” The international community – including the UK –  had warned about Israel’s planned offensive in Rafah. 

Earlier, the Palestine Red Crescent Society said Rafah was under attack, with a number of deaths reported. 1.5 million people are sheltering in the southern city.

Zelensky sacks Ukraine’s commander-in-chief Valerii Zaluzhnyi Ukraine’s president has sacked Valerii Zaluzhnyi, the commander-in-chief of the country’s armed forces, amid…

Boat sinks off Tunisia with more than 40 Sudanese on board A Tunisian official has reported that at least 13…

Votes are currently being counted following yesterday’s general election in Pakistan, which was marred by the suspension of mobile phone and internet services and violent unrest. Many analysts consider this to be among Pakistan’s least credible elections, and the release of results has been notably sluggish compared to previous votes.

Four dead in clashes over India mosque demolition Violence erupted in a northern Indian state, resulting in at least four…

Former President Donald Trump has secured a decisive victory in the Nevada Republican caucus, winning by a significant margin. The only other contender listed on the ballot was Ryan Binkley, a pastor and businessman.

As a result of this win, Trump is set to claim all 26 delegates from Nevada, as per the party’s system for selecting its presidential nominee. Initial tallies reported by CNN indicated that the former president garnered over 98% of the total votes.

The US has cautioned Israel against launching a military offensive into Gaza’s southern city of Rafah without adequate planning, labelling such an action a “disaster.” 

The White House emphasised that it would not support any significant operations in Rafah without properly considering the refugees.

These remarks follow Israel’s announcement that its military had been instructed to prepare for potential operations in Rafah.

Pakistanis are heading to the polls today, in elections for the national and provincial assemblies will be taking place today. 

Nigeria booked their place in the final of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations with a 4-2 shootout win over South Africa. 

US Senate bid to salvage Ukraine and Israel aid as border deal crumbles US lawmakers are working hard to save…

Ecuador top court decriminalises euthanasia Ecuador now allows doctors to help people die if they are suffering and want to…

While calls and data services are suspended, WiFi appears to remain operational. The country remains on high alert and polling stations across Pakistan are being heavily guarded. 

“There is no other solution but a complete and final victory,” Netanyahu told a news conference on Wednesday.

The drone strike occurred on Wednesday night in Baghdad’s Mashtal neighbourhood, causing several loud explosions.

Asia Cup holders Qatar meet Iran tonight in a huge semi-final.

Tucker Carlson to interview Russia’s Putin Tucker Carlson, a former Fox News host, plans to interview Russian President Vladimir Putin…

Israel-Gaza war: Hamas responds to proposed Gaza ceasefire plan Hamas has replied to a plan for a new ceasefire in…

Russian air strikes reported on Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko has said air defense systems in Ukraine’s capital Kyiv have been…

China: Snowstorms spoil Lunar New Year travel for millions Transport across China has been disrupted by snowstorms and freezing rain…

Taylor Swift threatens to sue student who tracks her private jet A student known for monitoring the flight movements of…

Afcon: South Africa slams Nigeria for football safety warning Nigeria and South Africa have found themselves in the middle of…

Sall cited a dispute between the national assembly and the constitutional court regarding the rejection of candidates as the reason for postponing the vote.