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July 27, 2025

FBL-WOMEN-EURO-2025-FINAL-ENG-ESP — England's players lift the trophy as they celebrate winning the UEFA Women's Euro 2025 final football match between England and Spain at the St. Jakob-Park Stadium in Basel, on July 27, 2025. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP)

BASEL, Switzerland (BN24) — England won the Women’s Euro 2025 title on Sunday night with a 3-1 victory in a penalty shootout over Spain after a gripping 1-1 draw following extra time, securing back-to-back European championships and avenging their 2023 World Cup final defeat.

England’s players lift the trophy as they celebrate winning the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final football match between England and Spain at the St. Jakob-Park Stadium in Basel, on July 27, 2025. (Photo by Fabrice COFFRINI / AFP)

Played in front of a vocal crowd of 34,203 at St Jakob Park, the rematch of the Sydney final delivered another dramatic chapter in the growing rivalry between two of Europe’s elite women’s football sides. Spain took an early lead through Mariona Caldentey’s header in the first half, but England responded after the break when Alessia Russo nodded home from Chloe Kelly’s cross in the 57th minute.

With no decisive breakthrough in regular or extra time, the title was settled from the spot. Kelly, a substitute who made a decisive impact in England’s 2022 triumph, once again delivered in the clutch — converting the winning penalty after Spain faltered with three missed attempts.

Spain’s Aitana Bonmatí, the reigning Ballon d’Or winner, saw her penalty saved, while Olga Carmona and Esther González also missed. Patri Guijarro was the only Spanish player to convert. England overcame early shootout nerves, including a missed retake from Beth Mead and a wide effort by captain Leah Williamson, to find composure through successful strikes from Alex Greenwood and Niamh Charles before Kelly sealed the title.

It marked a third straight European Championship title for head coach Sarina Wiegman — her first with the Netherlands in 2017 and now two in succession with England, following their 2022 triumph over Germany at Wembley. The Lionesses’ consistency and resilience under pressure again defined their run, having come from behind in earlier knockout victories over Sweden and Italy.

Spain had controlled large stretches of the match, especially in the first half, where their possession and pressing forced errors. Their opening goal came after a sweeping move involving Aitana Bonmatí and Athenea del Castillo set up Ona Batlle for a precise cross, which Caldentey headed past Mary Earps.

Despite the early setback and a near costly error from Spanish keeper Cata Coll, who recovered after gifting Lauren Hemp a chance, England held their nerve. The second half saw momentum swing toward the Lionesses, backed by the majority of the Swiss crowd. Kelly’s curling effort was nearly the winner in regulation, and Michelle Agyemang’s introduction added late attacking threat.

Salma Paralluelo tested England’s defense in extra time, but neither side could capitalize on late opportunities. In the end, it was England’s nerve from the spot that decided the final.

England’s second consecutive European title cements their place as the dominant force in international women’s football, while Spain, despite their 2023 World Cup triumph, will leave Switzerland wondering what might have been.

Three Killed, Several Injured in Train Derailment Near Stuttgart, Germany

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July 27, 2025

RIEDLINGEN, Germany (BN24) — At least three people were killed and several others seriously injured after a passenger train derailed on Friday evening near Riedlingen, southwest Germany, authorities said.

The Deutsche Bahn-operated train, carrying about 100 passengers, was traveling on a 90-kilometer route between Sigmaringen and Ulm when two of its carriages derailed in a forested area at approximately 18:10 local time (17:10 BST), according to German news agency dpa.

Police in Ulm confirmed that the derailment resulted in three fatalities, with multiple passengers sustaining serious injuries. The cause of the crash remains unclear, though Deutsche Bahn cited “unknown reasons” and noted that a storm had passed through the area shortly before the incident.

Images from the scene showed train carriages toppled on their sides, emergency responders attending to victims, and fallen trees scattered around the crash site.

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz expressed his condolences in a message on social media platform X, mourning the victims and extending sympathy to their families. Merz said he was in close contact with the interior and transport ministers, urging full support for emergency services involved in the rescue efforts.

Deutsche Bahn stated that the company’s thoughts were with those affected and acknowledged the ongoing investigation to determine the precise circumstances behind the derailment.

Credit: BBC

Gunmen Abduct Pastor, Two Others on Farm in Kaduna State

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July 27, 2025

KADUNA, Nigeria (BN24) — Suspected armed bandits abducted a pastor and two others on Friday, July 25, in Bauda Village, Maro community, within Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, northwestern Nigeria, authorities said.

The victims, identified as Rev. Anthony Lamba, 50, of ECWA Church in Bauda, Christiana Anthony, and Danlami Zana, were seized while working on a farm in the area, according to local sources.

Security personnel were quickly deployed to the scene following reports of the abduction, but the gunmen had already escaped with the victims to an undisclosed location.

Efforts to rescue the abductees are ongoing, with local law enforcement confirming that investigations have been launched. Kaduna State, particularly Kajuru LGA, has seen a rise in such rural kidnappings in recent months, often attributed to armed groups operating in remote communities.

Authorities have not disclosed whether any contact has been made with the kidnappers or if ransom demands have been issued. Community members continue to urge for stronger security interventions in the region.

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NDLEA Arrests Chinese National, 80-Year-Old Woman in Nationwide Drug Crackdown

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July 27, 2025

ABUJA, Nigeria (BN24) — Nigeria’s National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a Chinese businessman, an 80-year-old grandmother, and several others in a sweeping nationwide operation targeting major drug traffickers across multiple states.

The agency announced the arrests on Sunday, July 27, through its spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, who revealed the seizure of large quantities of illicit drugs including synthetic cannabis strains like Colorado and Canadian Loud, often smuggled in unconventional packaging.

One of the most high-profile suspects, Liang Tak You, a naturalised Malaysian of Chinese origin, was apprehended at Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos on Friday, July 25. He had arrived from Bangkok via Dubai on an Emirates flight. According to the NDLEA, officers had tracked Liang from his point of departure and allowed him to clear immigration before arresting him as he exited the arrival hall. He was allegedly in possession of two suitcases containing 50 parcels of Loud, weighing 26.10 kilograms.

In Calabar, Cross River State, operatives arrested 80-year-old Grace Ekpeme early Saturday, July 26, at her home on Edet-Nsa Street. Authorities recovered more than 3 kilograms of skunk following intelligence reports linking her to ongoing drug distribution activities.

Elsewhere in Lagos, NDLEA intercepted a commercial bus along the Epe–Ajah Expressway on Wednesday, July 23, arresting suspect Chidi Agbafo with 21.7 kilograms of Colorado, some concealed in moimoi sachets, and 3.8 liters of codeine-based syrup. At the Apapa seaport, a joint operation with Customs and other security agencies uncovered 101 kilograms of Canadian Loud concealed in 202 tins of food labeled “Bean Salad Mix,” hidden inside a container with two Toyota Sienna vans shipped from Canada.

The crackdown extended across several states. On the Abuja-Kaduna highway, Usman Musa was arrested with 71,000 pills of opioids, including tramadol, diazepam, and Exol-5, while traveling to Kano. In Maiduguri, Borno State, a 30-year-old woman, Binta Usman, was detained on Wednesday, July 23, with 30.1 kilograms of skunk. A follow-up operation on Friday led to the arrest of her alleged accomplice, Bala Abdullahi.

In Ondo State, NDLEA officers raided a cannabis farm in the Bending Corner Forest, Idoani, seizing 2,500 kilograms of skunk grown over a hectare and recovering 121.4 kilograms of processed cannabis. Three brothers—Nanna, Chizom, and Maxwell Ozirinye—were arrested during the raid.

Another arrest occurred in Edo State, where operatives detained 26-year-old Bright Sunday Okon in Asakpa Community, Benin City. Authorities seized various strains of marijuana including Colorado, Loud, Arizona, skunk, and methamphetamine from her residence.

Additional seizures included 105.4 kilograms of skunk from an abandoned Honda vehicle in Keffi, Nasarawa State; 6,400 tramadol pills from Bashir Abdullahi in Minna, Niger State; and 113 kilograms of skunk from a drug hideout in Ifo, Ogun State, after a confrontation with the suspect’s gang led to the arrest of Jamiu Omolaja.

In Gombe State, Adamu Adamu, known locally as “Dankyado,” was caught with 10,910 tramadol capsules. In Kogi State, officers intercepted drugs disguised in food items like garri and dried scent leaves along the Okene–Lokoja highway. A follow-up operation led to the arrest of 27-year-old Kindness Bala in Abuja, who reportedly planned to transport the shipment to Katsina before smuggling it to Qatar. Another recovery in Kogi on Saturday, July 26, yielded 23,600 tramadol pills, 300 ampoules of pentazocine, and 700 grams of skunk from a truck at a motor park in Ayingba.

NDLEA said all suspects remain in custody pending further investigation and prosecution.

Kenyan National Arrested in Buffalo on Federal Gun Charges After Prior Felony Convictions-ICE

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July 27, 2025

BUFFALO, N.Y. — A Kenyan national and lawful permanent U.S. resident was arrested in Buffalo on July 9 after authorities discovered he was in unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced.

The arrest was made by agents with ICE’s Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) Buffalo in coordination with the Buffalo Police Department. Aden Ibrahim, 29, is now facing federal charges as a felon in possession of ammunition, a violation of U.S. law for anyone with a prior felony conviction.

The arrest unfolded after Buffalo police responded to a complaint of an “unwelcomed guest” at a residence in the city. Upon arrival, officers were informed that a man known only as “Beano” refused to leave the home and was allegedly in possession of crack cocaine and a firearm. When police arrived, the man fled on foot but was quickly apprehended. He was carrying a U.S. permanent resident card identifying him as Aden Ibrahim.

Police and detectives conducted a search of the residence and observed a revolver with tape on the grip in plain sight on the bedroom floor. The complainant confirmed that the room, and all items inside, belonged to Ibrahim. Following a search warrant, law enforcement recovered the revolver, ammunition, roughly 26 grams of suspected crack cocaine, and related drug paraphernalia.

HSI Buffalo’s Special Agent in Charge Erin Keegan said the case highlights the importance of coordinated law enforcement in safeguarding communities. “HSI Buffalo is proud to collaborate with our local, state, and federal partners in Western New York to enhance public safety and national security through ongoing targeted criminal enforcement efforts,” Keegan said in a statement. “We are committed to fostering strong partnerships that strengthen our community and safeguard our region.”

Ibrahim has a criminal history that includes two felony convictions: one in March 2022 for criminal possession of a weapon, and another in January 2024 for criminal possession of a controlled substance. As a convicted felon, he is legally barred from possessing firearms or ammunition.

Ibrahim was presented before a U.S. magistrate judge following his arrest and ordered held in custody. He has since been transferred to the U.S. Marshals Service pending further legal proceedings.

Source: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)

Republican Lauren Boebert’s Son Cited for Child Abuse in Colorado; Congresswoman Says It Was a ‘Miscommunication’

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July 27, 2025

WINDSOR, Colo. (BN24) — Tyler Boebert, the eldest son of Republican Rep. Lauren Boebert, has been cited for misdemeanor child abuse stemming from an incident earlier this month, according to local law enforcement and the Weld County District Attorney’s office. The Colorado congresswoman, however, called the episode a “miscommunication,” emphasizing that no injury or physical abuse occurred.

The Windsor Police Department issued the citation on July 11, reportedly for criminal negligence involving no physical harm. While full details of the incident have not been made public, the charge carries potential legal implications for Tyler Boebert, who is already serving a probationary sentence for unrelated charges tied to a February 2024 arrest.

In a statement to Newsweek, Rep. Boebert, a Republican representing Colorado’s 3rd Congressional District, said Child Protective Services had met with the family and determined that the household remained safe for the children. “As the citation states, there was absolutely no injury or physical abuse involved,” Boebert said. “This event stems from a miscommunication on monitoring my young grandson that recently led to him getting out of our house.”

The 18-year-old father of one had previously pleaded guilty to a count of identity theft in a case involving vehicle trespassing and stolen credit cards in Rifle, Colorado. He received a two-year deferred sentence, 80 hours of community service, and was ordered to pay court costs. As part of that plea deal, 21 other charges, including multiple felonies, were dropped. The current misdemeanor citation raises questions about whether the new allegation could impact his probationary status.

The summons issued on July 11 remains the only court document filed in the case so far. Westword, a Colorado-based news outlet, first reported the citation, citing confirmation from the district attorney’s office. The Windsor Police Department has not yet released the full report, and no formal complaint has been filed in court.

Tyler Boebert is expected to appear in Weld County Court on September 8.

Rep. Boebert, who has often drawn national headlines for her outspoken conservative views, acknowledged her son’s troubled past in a prior statement last year, saying, “As an adult and father, Tyler will take responsibility for his actions and should be held accountable for poor decisions just like any other citizen.”

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British Airways Flight to Belfast Diverts to Manchester After Mid-Air Emergency, Causing Three-Hour Delay

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July 27, 2025

LONDON (BN24) — A British Airways flight bound for Belfast was forced to divert mid-air to Manchester after pilots declared an emergency due to a suspected depressurisation issue, prompting a significant delay and a swift response from emergency services.

Flight BA1416 had departed from London Heathrow on Monday morning when, approximately 30 minutes into the journey, the cockpit issued an emergency “squawk” code signaling a potential crisis on board. The signal, which alerts air traffic control to urgent in-flight problems, was transmitted following indications of a possible cabin depressurisation.

The Airbus A319, which can carry up to 130 passengers, was rerouted to Manchester Airport where it landed safely. Emergency crews were deployed to meet the aircraft on the tarmac. All passengers were safely evacuated, and no injuries were reported.

According to sources familiar with the incident, the suspected depressurisation was traced to a faulty sensor device. Engineers carried out detailed inspections and confirmed that the issue was mechanical in nature, not posing any ongoing threat to passengers or crew.

Technicians responded promptly, but the problem required a full change of aircraft. British Airways arranged a replacement flight, allowing passengers to resume their journey to Belfast later the same day.

The incident resulted in a delay of roughly three hours for the affected travelers, who described the experience as frightening but praised the professionalism of the flight crew and ground responders.

British Airways has not released a formal statement on the emergency but confirmed that passenger safety remains its highest priority.

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Despite Trump’s Intervention, Thailand and Cambodia Agree to Ceasefire, But Border Shelling Persists

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July 27, 2025

BANGKOK (BN24) — Thailand and Cambodia have agreed to hold ceasefire negotiations in Malaysia following direct intervention by President Donald Trump, marking a potential breakthrough in a border conflict that has killed dozens and displaced over 200,000. Yet, as preparations for the talks were announced, renewed shelling across disputed frontier areas underscored the fragile nature of the tentative peace.

Trump revealed Saturday on his Truth Social platform that he had spoken with the leaders of both countries, warning them that continued hostilities could jeopardize future trade relations with the United States. Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Manet confirmed Sunday that his country had agreed to an “immediate and unconditional ceasefire,” crediting the U.S. president’s appeal for prompting Thailand’s agreement to halt attacks.

The Cambodian leader welcomed what he called “positive news for the soldiers and people of both countries.” According to Cambodia, the Thai government, under Acting Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, had agreed to the truce during Trump’s outreach.

Thailand’s foreign ministry acknowledged its support for the initiative but expressed caution, urging “sincere intention” from Cambodia and calling for urgent bilateral dialogue to chart a path toward de-escalation.

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio followed up on Sunday, speaking by phone with the foreign ministers of both countries. The State Department said Rubio reiterated Washington’s readiness to facilitate the peace process and emphasized the need for immediate de-escalation.

Despite these diplomatic advances, hostilities flared again early Sunday as both nations traded accusations of renewed shelling in the contested border region. The latest exchange came just hours before Malaysia’s foreign minister, Mohamad Hasan, announced that peace talks would begin Monday in Kuala Lumpur, according to state news agency Bernama.

The conflict erupted into full-scale fighting on July 24, with artillery fire, rockets, and gun battles reported along the disputed boundary. Tensions have simmered for decades, particularly over control of the ancient Ta Muen Thom temple straddling Thailand’s Surin province and Cambodia’s Oddar Meanchey province. The clashes have prompted the recall of ambassadors and the closure of Thai border crossings.

Relations between the two Southeast Asian neighbors had already soured following a deadly incident in May, when a Cambodian soldier was killed during a standoff. Nationalist fervor on both sides has since fueled public outrage and hardened political positions.

As the conflict enters its fifth day, the planned peace talks in Malaysia are viewed as a critical opportunity to halt further bloodshed. Yet with shells still falling and distrust running deep, the path to lasting peace remains uncertain.

Trump Calls on Israel to ‘Finish the Job’ Against Hamas as U.S. Shifts Away from Ceasefire Talks

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July 27, 2025