Fifa launches technology-inspired official match ball of World Cup 2026 that sends precise data to VAR in real time

Fifa launches technology-inspired official match ball of World Cup 2026 that sends precise data to VAR in real time

Trionda boasts several key performance innovations. The four-panel construction incorporates intentionally deep seams, creating a surface that produces optimal in-flight stability by ensuring sufficient and evenly distributed drag as the ball travels through the air.

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Kidnappings of aid workers on steep rise in South Sudan as fighting between army and rebels escalates

Kidnappings of aid workers on steep rise in South Sudan as fighting between army and rebels escalates

Violence targeting aid workers has surged globally, said independent research group Humanitarian Outcomes. In a report released in August, the organisation said 2024 was the deadliest year on record, with 383 aid workers killed and 861 others affected by major violence, warning that 2025 was on track to even surpass it.

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Kenya embraces artificial intelligence in defence and military despite inherent risks

Kenya embraces artificial intelligence in defence and military despite inherent risks

National Defence University-Kenya Deputy Vice Chancellor, Centre for Security and Strategic Studies, Maj-Gen Joyce Sitienei, stated that Africa must be an ‘active architect’ in developing ethical frameworks for military AI.

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Olympic basketball champions USA escape South Sudan scalp with slim 101-100 win after LeBron James’s last minute dunk

Olympic basketball champions USA escape South Sudan scalp with slim 101-100 win after LeBron James’s last minute dunk

South Sudan led by 16 late in the first half – 58-42 – before the Americans got the last basket to cut the deficit to 14 at the break. But the 18-0 run was key. James had four assists during the spurt and Curry, from about 35 feet, connected on a 3-pointer late in the third that gave the US its first lead since the first quarter at 79-76.

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