Season’s greetings! Here are the news highlights trending today, across the world.
2. The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has exposed a list of adulterated wines and drinks circulating in Nigeria. The agency has identified various brands, including Seaman Schnapps, Henessy, Four Cousins, Carlo Rossi, and others. NAFDAC intercepted counterfeiters producing beverages in Aba, Abia State, raided over 240 shops-turned factories, destroying over 1,500 cartons of fake products valued at over N750 million. The adulteration involves the use of cheaper sources of sugar, starch, harmful chemicals, and cloned packaging materials. NAFDAC has shut down the market involved in the illegal activities and warns of health risks from consuming adulterated alcohol, urging consumers to scrutinize products for authenticity.
5. Chelsea fans showed a classy gesture towards Christopher Nkunku during his long-awaited competitive debut in the Carabao Cup quarter-final against Newcastle. Nkunku, who recently recovered from a serious knee injury, replaced Nicolas Jackson with 20 minutes left to play. Mauricio Pochettino highlighted the challenges the French forward still faces, emphasizing the need for him to feel the competition. As Nkunku entered the field, Chelsea fans gave him a standing ovation, expressing anticipation and hope for his positive impact on the team’s performance.
6. Everton Under-21s maintained their unbeaten record in the Premier League International Cup with a goalless draw against Feyenoord Under-21s in their final game of 2023. Andre Gomes, showcasing recovery progress from injury, played a full 90 minutes. Despite Everton’s dominance in possession, Feyenoord’s solid defensive strategy limited the Toffees’ opportunities. Roman Dixon’s professional foul prevented a potential one-on-one situation, earning him a yellow card. The match ended without goals, and Everton Under-21s secured seven points from three matches in the competition. Their next game is scheduled against Leeds United on January 15, 2024.
7. Colorado’s Supreme Court has ruled that Donald Trump cannot run for president in the state’s primary election on March 5, citing a constitutional insurrection clause. The court, in a 4-3 decision, deemed Trump ineligible due to his involvement in the US Capitol riot nearly three years ago. The ruling, the first use of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment, is specific to Colorado but may impact the general election in the state. Trump’s campaign plans to appeal to the US Supreme Court, calling the decision “completely flawed.” The ruling takes effect on January 4, 2024, pending appeal.
