U.S WARNS CITIZENS IN NIGERIA OF POSSIBLE 'TERRORIST THREAT'. (PHOTO).

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 U.S warns citizens in Nigeria of possible 'terrorist threat' The ​embassy has been on heightened alert ⁠since the U.S. and Israel ​launched coordinated strikes against Iran. U.S. ​citizens should take additional precautions when traveling to the embassy in the capital ​Abuja and the U.S. consulate ​in commercial capital Lagos and U.S.-affiliated schools, ‌the ⁠embassy said, Reuters reported. The embassy did not give details on the security threat, but Nigerian authorities have in ​recent days ​stepped up ⁠security in Abuja following threats of pro-Iranian protests. In ​northern Nigeria, where there ​is ⁠a sizeable Shi'ite Muslim minority influenced by Iran, thousands of protesters ⁠have ​taken to the streets ​to march in support of Iran.
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CANADIAN CURLING TEAMS FACE CHEATING ALLEGATIONS AT WINTER OLYMPICS . (PHOTO).

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Canadian curling teams face cheating allegations at Winter Olympics 


 Controversy has erupted at the Winter Olympics as Canadian curling teams face allegations of cheating, sparking debate over whether players illegally double-touched the stone after release. Both the men’s and women’s teams are under scrutiny, adding pressure on Canada after a disappointing mixed doubles performance and a critical stretch for the women’s squad.

The controversy began Friday when Swedish curler Oskar Eriksson accused Canadian Marc Kennedy of touching the rock again after release, prompting an angry response from Kennedy. Video clips later circulated showing what appeared to be a double-touch, though Kennedy maintained his innocence, and Canada won the match 8-6. On Saturday, Canadian skip Rachel Homan faced a similar accusation during a match against Switzerland, leading an umpire to remove the stone from play. Video circulated suggesting Homan’s stone was also double-tapped, and Canada lost that game 8-7. World Curling later issued a reminder that touching a stone during forward motion is prohibited and results in its removal from play.

Kennedy suggested the accusations might be a targeted attempt to catch the Canadian team, while Homan said she was being unfairly singled out. The disputes have created tension in a sport known for its camaraderie, straining relations between the Canadian and Swedish athletes. The Canadian teams are now not only adjusting technique under scrutiny but also fighting to stay in medal contention, as losses to Switzerland have put them on the back foot. All eyes will be on potential rematches, especially if the men’s team faces Sweden in the semifinals, promising high-stakes drama for fans worldwide.


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