BRIGHTON, England (BN24) — A 72-year-old Brighton & Hove Albion supporter has died after falling seriously ill in the stands during the club’s Premier League match against Fulham on Sunday afternoon.
The fan, who was seated in the upper tier of the East Stand at the Amex Stadium, became unwell during the second half of the match. On-site medical teams responded immediately, performing prolonged CPR and defibrillation in a bid to save his life.
Despite the efforts of emergency services, club medics, and stewards, the man passed away shortly after the conclusion of the match, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
“This was an incredibly sad end to the match this afternoon,” said Brighton chief executive Paul Barber. “Our deepest sympathies and condolences go out to the family and friends of the gentleman who lost his life. We are also aware that it was an emotional and distressing situation for staff and supporters nearby. Over the coming days, we will ensure those affected are properly supported.”
Club medical officials made the decision to provide full care on-site, determining that immediate intervention offered the best chance of survival.
Dr. Rob Galloway, Brighton’s club doctor and an emergency medicine consultant, praised the response team for their handling of the crisis under difficult circumstances.
“It was a tragic outcome,” Galloway said, “but from an emergency response perspective, the medical care was exemplary. The professionalism of club stewards and Sussex Police provided the medical team with the best possible working environment.”
The club is expected to offer support services to witnesses and staff affected by the incident.
NAPERVILLE, Ill. (BN24) — A Nigerian woman who had been missing for over two weeks was found dead Thursday near a trailhead in a forest preserve in Naperville, Illinois, police confirmed.
The body of 46-year-old Olasinmibo “Sinmi” Abosede, who was last seen walking away from her home in the 2100 block of Sudbury Street around 9:20 a.m. on July 30, was discovered in a dense grassy area near the southwest corner of Springbrook Prairie Forest Preserve at 83rd Street and Chandelle Drive.
In a joint statement released by the Naperville Police Department and the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County, officials said the body was located after a report was made to police on the afternoon of August 14. Officers were guided through tall vegetation before locating the deceased. Clothing found on the body matched the description of what Abosede was last seen wearing.
While formal identification is pending confirmation by the DuPage County Coroner’s Office, Naperville Police Chief Jason Arres acknowledged the likelihood that the remains belong to Abosede.
“We are deeply saddened by this loss and extend our sincere condolences to the Abosede family during this difficult time,” Arres said in the release. “We thank the community for its support and ask that everyone respect the family’s privacy.”
Police stated that no signs of foul play were detected and the death is not being investigated as a criminal matter.
Abosede’s cousin, Fehintola da-Silva, also confirmed the news in a post on X, formerly known as Twitter.
“My cousin, Sinmi, was found dead. This has been a blow to our family,” she wrote. “To everyone who reposted, shared, and reached out during the search, thank you for your kindness. May her soul rest in peace.”
St. Raphael Catholic Church, where Abosede was a parishioner, issued a statement expressing sorrow and offering prayers.
“Our parish family at St. Raphael Catholic Church has been praying diligently for the safe return of Olasinmibo ‘Sinmi’ Abosede,” the church said. “It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of her passing. We remain committed to lifting Sinmi and her loved ones in prayer in the days ahead.”
The DuPage County Coroner’s Office will release the final autopsy report in the coming days.
KHARTOUM, Sudan (BN24) — A leading Sudanese human rights group has accused the country’s army and security forces of torturing detainees to death and operating what it describes as “execution chambers,” as the brutal civil conflict in Sudan continues into its second year.
In a statement posted on social media platform X, the group known as Emergency Lawyers reported a sharp rise in arbitrary arrests and detentions in the capital, Khartoum. The group said it had documented hundreds of cases and warned of a “dangerous escalation in violations,” including inhumane treatment and extrajudicial killings.
“In the worst cases, some are found dead after being killed or declared dead as a result of torture,” the group said. It added that detainees had been taken at random and held in large detention centers under inhumane conditions. Some were reportedly subjected to trials led by security agencies “that lack the most basic standards of justice.”
The Sudanese army has not responded to a request for comment on the allegations made public Sunday.
The accusations follow the army’s recapture of Khartoum from the rival paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in March. The two sides have been locked in a devastating civil war that erupted in April 2023 and has since claimed tens of thousands of lives.
Emergency Lawyers has previously reported atrocities committed by both factions in the conflict. The United Nations Independent International Fact-Finding Mission for Sudan concluded in March that both the Sudanese Armed Forces and the RSF were responsible for widespread patterns of arbitrary detention, torture, rape, and other forms of sexual violence.
The ongoing war has triggered one of the world’s worst humanitarian disasters. Over 12 million people have been displaced, and famine has taken hold in several regions of the country. Last week, the international medical charity Doctors Without Borders (MSF) reported nearly 100,000 cholera cases and more than 2,470 deaths over the past year — the worst outbreak Sudan has experienced in years.
The use of torture in Sudan has a long history, including under the regime of ousted former President Omar al-Bashir. Despite hopes for democratic transition, the current conflict has seen a resurgence in such abuses, with civilians increasingly caught in the crossfire.
With no ceasefire in sight and humanitarian access severely restricted, rights groups are calling for international pressure on both sides to end the violence and ensure accountability for war crimes.
AUCHI, Nigeria (BN24) — Three people were killed on Sunday in a fatal road crash involving two trucks — one belonging to Dangote Cement — and a Mercedes-Benz GLK near the Omega Fire Ministry church in Auchi, Edo State.
The accident occurred around midday in front of the church, shortly after a Sunday service. A viral video filmed by a church member captured the aftermath of the collision, showing bystanders attempting to rescue victims while a voice urged others to detain the truck driver. “We just closed from church. A serious accident just happened… A Dangote truck crushed about five vehicles,” the man is heard saying.
Edo State Police Command spokesperson Moses Yamu confirmed the incident, stating that all three occupants of the GLK Benz were taken to a hospital, where they were pronounced dead. He added that one of the trucks involved — the Dangote Cement vehicle — caught fire following the crash but the blaze was brought under control.
“I can confirm to you that three vehicles were involved in the Auchi accident: two trucks and a GLK Benz,” Yamu said. “The three victims in the Benz were evacuated to the hospital, where they were confirmed dead. The investigation is ongoing.”
The crash has sparked renewed concerns over road safety and driver regulation, particularly regarding heavy-duty trucks operating on Nigerian highways.
Reacting to the tragedy, Johnson Suleman, the Senior Pastor and General Overseer of Omega Fire Ministry, described the incident as “an avoidable death” and blamed the recklessness of untrained and overworked drivers for the accident.
“These boys who drive should be called to order,” Suleman said. “They are not trained, they are overworked, stressed, and some may even be under the influence of drugs. The management of the organisation these drivers work for must assess their drivers — these deaths are avoidable.”
While acknowledging the poor condition of some Nigerian roads, Suleman stressed that private companies must also take responsibility. “Giving your truck to untrained drivers — is that the government’s fault? Overworking them to meet targets has nothing to do with the government. Citizens must be responsible,” he said.
The accident has intensified scrutiny of commercial trucking operations in Nigeria, particularly those tied to large industrial firms. While no arrest has been officially confirmed, calls for stronger enforcement of driver licensing and company accountability are growing.
LONDON (BN24) — Chelsea began their Premier League campaign with a disappointing goalless draw against Crystal Palace on Sunday, failing to capitalize on multiple second-half chances at Stamford Bridge.
Under new manager Enzo Maresca, the Blues controlled much of the game but were repeatedly denied by a disciplined Palace defense and missed opportunities from key players, including Marc Cucurella, Trevor Chalobah, Estevao, and Liam Delap.
The match’s most controversial moment came in the second half when Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze curled in a free-kick that briefly put the visitors ahead. However, VAR intervened, and the goal was disallowed after Marc Guehi was judged to have fouled a Chelsea player in the build-up.
Chelsea goalkeeper Robert Sanchez praised his team’s defensive solidity but acknowledged the result fell short of expectations.
“Obviously not the result we wanted, but I think the boys played well,” Sanchez told Sky Sports after the match. “We created the chances. It’s football. We take the clean sheet and move on.”
The Spaniard pointed to a shortened pre-season — caused by Chelsea’s participation in the FIFA Club World Cup — and several injuries as contributing factors to the team’s sluggish display in front of goal.
“We had two weeks of a quick pre-season and got some injuries,” Sanchez said. “We feel the fatigue — we didn’t have a long time to recover — but that’s football. You just have to take care of your body.”
On the disallowed goal, Sanchez said his vision was obstructed due to a foul in the wall. “Moises [Caicedo] gets pushed into the gap and that’s why I couldn’t see at all. The ball goes over my head — it has to be a foul, 100%,” he insisted.
The result sees Chelsea drop two valuable points at home just one game into the Premier League season, while Palace will be encouraged by their defensive discipline and resilience on the road.
Both sides will look to build on the result when they return to action next weekend.
London (BN24) – British actor Terence Stamp, whose career spanned more than six decades and who became internationally known for his portrayal of the villain General Zod in Superman and Superman II, has died at age 87, his family announced Sunday.
Stamp, who first rose to fame in London’s swinging 1960s film scene, passed away Sunday morning, his family said in a statement. “He leaves behind an extraordinary body of work, both as an actor and as a writer that will continue to touch and inspire people for years to come. We ask for privacy at this sad time,” the family said.
Born in London’s East End in 1938, Stamp was the son of a tugboat stoker and grew up during the Blitz before leaving school to work in advertising. He later won a scholarship to drama school, where his striking looks, magnetic presence, and elegant style propelled him into stardom.
Stamp gained early acclaim with roles in films such as Pier Paolo Pasolini’s Theorem (1968) and A Season in Hell (1971). He achieved international recognition for his performance as the ruthless Kryptonian leader General Zod in Richard Donner’s Superman (1978) and Superman II (1980), cementing his reputation as one of cinema’s most memorable villains.
His career showcased remarkable versatility, from playing a transgender woman in The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (1994) to appearing alongside Tom Cruise in Valkyrie (2008) and Matt Damon in The Adjustment Bureau (2011). He also collaborated with major directors, including Federico Fellini and Tim Burton.
In his personal life, Stamp was a cultural icon of 1960s Britain, known for his relationships with actress Julie Christie and model Jean Shrimpton, and for serving as a muse to renowned photographer David Bailey. Though he was once considered for the role of James Bond after Sean Connery’s departure, the part ultimately went elsewhere.
After spending years in Italy and India studying yoga, Stamp returned to the spotlight with his defining Superman role, which introduced him to a new generation of audiences and became the hallmark of his Hollywood career.
Stamp’s legacy endures as a performer who blended art-house credibility with blockbuster fame, leaving behind a body of work that bridged eras, genres, and generations.
Belgrade (BN24) – Police in Serbia fired multiple rounds of tear gas as violent clashes broke out during protests demanding snap elections and the resignation of President Aleksandar Vucic, marking the most intense escalation in a month of largely peaceful demonstrations.
The unrest began Saturday in the town of Valjevo, about 60 miles west of Belgrade, where a group of masked young men hurled flares at the offices of Vucic’s ruling Serbian Progressive Party. Protesters chanting anti-government slogans then set the building on fire before clashing with riot police, who responded with tear gas and baton charges as bottles, rocks, and additional flares were thrown back at security forces.
Similar scenes unfolded in Belgrade and the northern city of Novi Sad, where demonstrators set trash bins ablaze and police again deployed tear gas to disperse crowds. In Valjevo, tensions spiked after police were filmed kicking and beating a young man with batons, prompting thousands more residents to join the demonstrations.
Interior Minister Ivica Dacic confirmed one policeman was injured and said 18 people had been arrested in the latest wave of protests.
Anger over corruption and authoritarian rule
The protests, led in large part by university students, began last November after a renovated train station canopy collapsed in Belgrade, killing 16 people. Many blamed the disaster on government corruption and negligence in state infrastructure projects, fueling broader discontent with Vucic’s administration.
Demonstrators are calling for snap parliamentary elections and an end to Vucic’s 12-year rule. The president and his Serbian Progressive Party have repeatedly refused early elections, instead accusing protesters of being influenced by foreign powers to destabilize the country.
A former ultranationalist who has tightened his grip on power since becoming president in 2012, Vucic formally supports Serbia’s bid to join the European Union. Critics, however, accuse him of stifling democratic freedoms, suppressing dissent, and deepening ties with Russia and China.
Parliamentary elections are officially scheduled for 2027, but the growing unrest has raised concerns that Serbia could be heading toward a prolonged period of instability.
Kursk (BN24) – A senior Russian commander and close ally of Vladimir Putin is fighting for his life after a Ukrainian strike devastated a military column in Russia’s Kursk region, reportedly leaving him with catastrophic injuries, including the amputation of an arm and a leg.
Lt. Gen. Esedulla Abachev, 57, deputy commander of Russia’s North Group of Forces, was hit along the Rylsk–Khomutovka highway early Saturday, according to Ukraine’s Main Intelligence Directorate (HUR). The decorated officer was urgently airlifted to Moscow’s Vishnevsky Central Clinical Hospital, where surgeons carried out multiple amputations in an attempt to save his life.
A pro-Moscow source confirmed his condition, saying: “He is alive, but in serious condition [after] traumatic amputation of the arm and part of the leg.”
The attack forms part of Ukraine’s broader strategy to target senior Russian commanders, aiming to weaken Moscow’s chain of command and morale as its forces attempt to push across the border in the Kursk direction.
Ukrainian intelligence also reported striking an ammunition depot in occupied Melitopol a day earlier, killing Russian marines and members of Ramzan Kadyrov’s “Akhmat-Vostok” Chechen unit. “There will be just retribution for every war crime against the Ukrainian people,” HUR said in a statement.
A long battlefield history
Abachev has been at the center of nearly every Kremlin military campaign in the past three decades. A graduate of the Kharkiv Higher Tank Command School in 1989, he went on to fight in the Armenian-Azerbaijani conflict, the Second Chechen War, Russia’s 2008 war with Georgia, and its campaign in Syria.
For his battlefield record, Abachev was repeatedly honored by Putin, receiving the Order of Courage and later the Hero of Russia – Gold Star, the country’s highest award. He also led the 2nd Army Corps of the so-called “Luhansk People’s Republic” during the ongoing invasion of Ukraine, where Ukrainian officials accuse him of committing war crimes against civilians in Lysychansk.
In August last year, amid increasing Ukrainian cross-border raids, Abachev was appointed commander of Russia’s border-cover group in Kursk — a role that placed him in the path of Saturday’s strike.
Mounting blows to Russian leadership
Abachev’s injuries are the latest in a series of humiliating Ukrainian strikes on Russia’s top brass. In July, Maj. Gen. Mikhail Gudkov, Russia’s Deputy Navy Chief and another Hero of Russia recipient, was killed during a suspected HIMARS strike on a command post in Kursk. In April, Gen. Yaroslav Moskalik was killed near Moscow.
Ukrainian social media channels have already circulated videos purportedly showing the burning wreckage of Abachev’s convoy following the attack. Analysts say Kyiv is deliberately intensifying strikes against senior commanders in a bid to disrupt Russian command structures and sap frontline morale.
The strike comes as Moscow intensifies operations in the Kursk region, while Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky faces growing international pressure to negotiate with the Kremlin. Each successful hit on a high-ranking commander is seen as both a tactical victory and a symbolic blow to Putin’s struggling war effort.
MANCHESTER, England (BN24) — Arsenal opened its Premier League campaign with a statement victory, defeating Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford on Sunday, while Chelsea was frustrated in a goalless draw against Crystal Palace.
Defender Riccardo Calafiori scored the decisive goal in the 13th minute, nodding in from close range after United goalkeeper Altay Bayındır misjudged a corner delivered by Declan Rice. The set-piece strike underscored Arsenal’s continued dominance in dead-ball situations, with Mikel Arteta’s team now netting 31 goals from corners since the start of the 2023-24 season — more than any other club, according to Opta.
The result kept Arsenal on pace with fellow title contenders Liverpool and Manchester City, who also opened the season with victories. For United, the loss extended a pattern of early struggles under manager Ruben Amorim, despite a £200 million summer outlay on attacking reinforcements including Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha and Benjamin Sesko.
Though United played with intensity, Arsenal’s defense, anchored by goalkeeper David Raya, held firm. “We know we could have lost the game but football is like this,” Raya said. “Days like this are when the three points count.”
United captain Bruno Fernandes pointed to signs of progress despite the defeat. “For me, there was more sign of hope than what we got from the game,” he said.
Sweden striker Viktor Gyokeres made his first competitive start for Arsenal but was substituted in the 60th minute after a subdued performance. Still, Arteta’s side capitalized once more on set pieces to secure three vital points.
Chelsea Stalled by Palace
At Stamford Bridge, Chelsea was unable to break down Crystal Palace in a 0-0 draw that marked the Blues’ first competitive match since being crowned Club World Cup champions last month.
Palace midfielder Eberechi Eze, heavily linked with a move to Tottenham, nearly opened the scoring with a free kick in the 13th minute, but the goal was disallowed after VAR confirmed Palace captain Marc Guehi infringed on Chelsea’s defensive wall.
Chelsea, whose preseason was shortened by its U.S. tour, lacked sharpness as Joao Pedro and Cole Palmer delivered quiet performances. Palace, in contrast, showed signs of rhythm after a longer buildup and a Community Shield win over Liverpool.
Wood Fires Forest Past Brentford
Elsewhere, Nottingham Forest began the season with a 3-1 win over Brentford, powered by a first-half double from Chris Wood and a debut goal by Dan Ndoye. Igor Thiago converted a late penalty for Brentford, which could face a difficult campaign after selling Bryan Mbeumo to Manchester United and being without Yoane Wissa, linked with a move to Newcastle.
League Pays Tribute
All Premier League matches Sunday began with a moment of silence to honor brothers Diogo Jota and Andre Silva, who were killed in a car crash in Spain last month. Jota was a Liverpool player at the time of his death.
WASHINGTON (BN24) — Russian President Vladimir Putin signaled for the first time that the United States and its European allies could provide Ukraine with NATO-style security guarantees, according to U.S. officials who described a potential breakthrough from President Donald Trump’s recent summit with the Kremlin leader.
Steve Witkoff, Trump’s special envoy who participated in the Alaska summit Friday, said Sunday that Putin agreed to explore allowing the West to extend Article 5-like protections to Ukraine as part of a broader peace deal to end the 3 ½-year war. “It was the first time we had ever heard the Russians agree to that,” Witkoff told CNN’s State of the Union, calling the concession “game-changing.”
The remarks suggest a shift in Putin’s longstanding opposition to Ukraine’s NATO membership, a step Moscow has fiercely rejected. Instead, the arrangement could create a framework resembling NATO’s collective defense pledge, offering Kyiv protection against future Russian aggression without full alliance membership.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who also attended the summit, cautioned that the details of any security guarantees remained unresolved. “How that’s constructed, what we call it, how it’s built, what guarantees are enforceable, that’s what we’ll be talking about over the next few days with our partners,” Rubio said on NBC’s Meet the Press.
Trump, who hailed “BIG PROGRESS ON RUSSIA” on social media, is expected to host Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders at the White House on Monday to discuss the proposal.
A Possible Breakthrough in Peace Talks
According to Witkoff, Russia also agreed to codify legislation pledging not to seize additional European territory or violate the sovereignty of its neighbors. He said Moscow indicated it would recognize borders after any agreement and pledged not to attempt further annexations of Ukrainian land.
European leaders quickly welcomed signs of movement. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said in Brussels that the bloc supported Trump’s willingness to offer guarantees, while Zelenskyy praised U.S. openness but pressed for concrete commitments. “We need security to work in practice like Article 5 of NATO,” he said.
French President Emmanuel Macron added that substance, not labels, would determine whether guarantees could underpin a durable peace. Paris and other European capitals are preparing proposals to reinforce Ukraine’s defenses, including expanded training programs and equipment deliveries, alongside a potential allied force stationed away from the front.
From Ceasefire to Peace Deal
Both Witkoff and Rubio defended Trump’s pivot away from pushing for a ceasefire, arguing the Alaska summit advanced conditions for a comprehensive peace framework instead. “We covered almost all the other issues necessary for a peace deal,” Witkoff said, without elaborating.
Still, Rubio urged caution. “We’re still a long ways off,” he said on ABC’s This Week. “We’re not at the edge of a peace agreement. But I do think progress was made.”
Territorial Disputes Remain Sticking Point
Land concessions remain a central obstacle. European officials briefed after the summit said Putin reiterated demands for full control of Donetsk and Luhansk, the industrial Donbas region where Russian forces have fought for dominance since 2022.
Zelenskyy has firmly rejected ceding territory. Speaking in Brussels, he insisted negotiations must reflect current front lines, not Russian claims. “The constitution of Ukraine makes it impossible to give up territory or trade land,” he said.
The issue is expected to dominate Monday’s White House discussions, with European leaders pressing Trump to clarify how far the U.S. will go in underwriting Ukraine’s security and whether any deal would involve recognition of Russian-occupied areas.
For now, U.S. officials describe Putin’s openness to NATO-style guarantees as the most significant concession since Russia’s invasion began, but one fraught with uncertainty.
