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  The 29-year-old alleges 'unauthorised deductions from wages' related to his 2021 charges of rape and sexual assault. Former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy initiates a 'multi-million-pound' claim against the club, citing 'unauthorised deductions from wages' amid charges of rape and sexual assault in 2021. Mendy was acquitted of several charges in January and faced a retrial resulting in further acquittals in July. In August, the High Court learned of Mendy selling his house to avert bankruptcy, as HM Revenue and Customs pursues a bankruptcy order over a tax debt nearing £800,000. Nick De Marco KC, representing Mendy, confirmed the 'multi-million-pound' claim, asserting Manchester City's failure to pay wages from September 2021 to the end of his contract in June 2023.  The claim is set to be addressed in an Employment Tribunal. City has refrained from commenting on the situation, expressing bewilderment at the claim considering Mendy's u...

  Everton's challenge against the 10-point penalty has reached Parliament, with a Liverpool MP criticizing the punishment as 'grossly unjust.' The unprecedented penalty, imposed by an independent commission following a case brought by the Premier League, has plunged Everton into the relegation zone, sparking outrage within the club and its fan base. Ian Byrne, the MP for West Derby, has lent his political support to Everton by presenting an early day motion in the House of Commons.  This move comes after intervention by Steve Rotheram, mayor for the Liverpool City Region, who expressed concern to Premier League chief executive Richard Masters about Everton's treatment. In the motion filed by Mr. Byrne on Monday evening, he criticized the commission's 'cavalier' approach to the punitive penalty and endorsed calls for an independent football regulator. The full motion read: 'This House condemns the grossly unjust points deduction imposed on Everton Footbal...

  The dynamics of the 2023 Pacific Games in Honiara underwent a captivating transformation as New Caledonia asserted their lead in the medal standings, propelled by their dominance in swimming.  Boasting eight gold, seven silver, and eight bronze medals, they amassed an impressive total of 23 medals, outshining the host nation, the Solomon Islands. The spotlight of the day shone on exceptional weightlifters, Jenly Tegu Wini and Dika Toua, each clinching three gold medals for their respective countries.  Wini's exceptional performance in the women's 55 kilograms snatch category, where she lifted a total of 82 kilograms, marked a noteworthy beginning for the host nation. Toua replicated this triumph for Papua New Guinea in the 49kg category, securing a trio of gold medals.  The collective achievements of the Toua sisters significantly enriched the weightlifting events. In diverse sports, Fiji's men's tennis team secured a semifinal berth by overcoming Samoa, while PNG ...

  Laycon, the celebrated winner of Big Brother Naija Lockdown season 5, marked his 30th birthday with a distinctive and meaningful photoshoot outfit.  The artist, whose real name is Olamilekan Agbeleshe, explained that the outfit symbolized freedom from obstacles and delays. In a unique fashion statement, Laycon shared images of himself dressed as a jailer, accompanied by a caption that conveyed his liberation as he enters his 30th year.  His Instagram post read, "CHAPTER 30: Breaking Free! Happy Birthday Conny."

Renowned Nigerian artist, Yemi Alade, has openly shared her perspective on marriage, highlighting that she does not feel pressured to tie the knot.  In a recent interview on Cool FM with Tacha, she discussed her stance on this matter. Alade acknowledged the common trend of people rushing into marriage towards the end of the year.  She offered advice to single women, emphasizing the importance of selecting the right life partner rather than succumbing to societal pressure. She expressed her view by stating, "People often get married, especially towards the end of every year.  I’m not feeling pressured. When the time is right, it will happen." Addressing the challenge of family pressure, Yemi Alade empathized with individuals who face such expectations from their loved ones.  She suggested that those who genuinely care for your well-being will understand the significance of finding the right life partner and exhibit patience in this regard. Alade added, "Family pressur...

  In a significant move towards inclusivity and cultural sensitivity, the American Ornithological Society has announced its decision to rename several bird species in the US and Canada.  These changes will replace names associated with individuals, especially those with racist histories, with names inspired by the birds' habitats and characteristics. The decision is aimed at fostering a more inclusive environment for bird-watching enthusiasts and addressing a long-standing issue in the field.  Approximately 70 to 80 bird species are set to undergo this transformation. The society's CEO, Judith Scarl, emphasized the need to move away from exclusionary naming conventions developed in the 1800s, which were marred by racism and misogyny.  The focus is now redirected towards celebrating the avian creatures themselves. Birds such as Wilson's warbler and Wilson's snipe, named after 19th Century naturalist Alexander Wilson, are among those slated for renaming.  This fol...