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Paraguayan government condemns senator's racist remarks against Kylian Mbappe
The Government of Paraguay has publicly condemned Senator Celeste Amarilla's remarks targeting France captain Kylian Mbappe, stating that her comments contradict the nation's values of peaceful coexistence and human dignity. In a statement released on Monday, the government clarified that Amarilla's statements do not represent its official stance or that of the Paraguayan people, emphasizing that she is solely responsible for her comments as a lawmaker. Amarilla had faced widespread criticism for a series of posts on X, where she made derogatory references to Mbappe, including calling him a "colonised Cameroonian" who was "resentful, newly rich, arrogant and ugly." The Paraguayan government explained that its system of government, based on the separation of powers, means Amarilla's comments are her individual responsibility and not an official position. The government reaffirmed its commitment to human rights, equality, and the fight against racism, xenophobia, intolerance, and all forms of discrimination. It also expressed solidarity with those affected by the comments and reiterated Paraguay's historical friendship with France. Amarilla's remarks followed an altercation between Mbappe and Paraguayan goalkeeper Orlando Gill after France's 1-0 victory over Paraguay in the World Cup round of 16. Mbappe had previously responded to Amarilla on X, calling her a "despicable woman" and accusing her of "brazen racism."
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IShowSpeed in tears after Portugal's World Cup elimination, apologizes to Cristiano Ronaldo
American streamer Darren Watkins Jr., known as IShowSpeed, became emotional and later apologized to Cristiano Ronaldo after Portugal was eliminated from the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A video showed the YouTuber crying as Portugal lost 1-0 to the Spain national football team in the Round of 16. After the match, IShowSpeed apologized to the five-time Ballon d鈥橭r winner and Portugal supporters, expressing his desire for Ronaldo to win the World Cup. He also extended his apologies to Portuguese fans, stating his heartbreak over the team's exit. IShowSpeed has been a long-time admirer of Ronaldo, with their relationship developing after a meeting in June 2023. Ronaldo's World Cup campaign ended after Mikel Merino scored a stoppage-time winner for Spain, leading to Portugal's 1-0 defeat.
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Court of Appeal affirms Nenadi Usman's Labour Party leadership, Abure faction to appeal to Supreme Court
The Court of Appeal, Owerri Division, has ruled that only the national leadership of the Labour Party under Senator Nenadi Usman can authorize litigation in the party's name. This decision, stemming from a pre-election dispute, reaffirmed the legal authority of the Usman-led leadership to initiate or maintain court proceedings. According to Ken Asogwa, LP National Publicity Secretary, the court accepted the authority issued through the Office of the National Legal Adviser as valid, leading to the dismissal of an appeal filed without proper authorization and awarding N100,000 costs against the counsel who acted on the authority of Mr. Ceekay Igara. The party emphasized that this reinforces the principle that only the duly recognized national leadership, through its authorized officers, can engage counsel and conduct legal proceedings for the Labour Party. In response, Obiora Ifoh, spokesman for the Julius Abure faction, stated their dissatisfaction with the verdict and announced their intention to appeal to the Supreme Court, expressing optimism that the apex court would rule in their favor, maintaining that party leadership is an internal affair and that the Abure leadership's tenure, established at the Nnewi convention, is valid until 2028.