…Brunson waited until his free agency, he would have been eligible for a deal worth a reported $269 million over the next five years-effectively turning down about $113 million, giving the Knicks the salary cap space to build out a championship-winning team around him.The Knicks went on to acquire crucial parts of their…

…Holds Steady At 37% Amid Iran DealBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Jun 19, 2026, 12:42pm EDTToplinePresident Donald Trump's approval rating is unchanged from last month in the latest poll taken as the U.S. reached an agreement with Iran to end the war-though the majority…

…Group. He brings more than a decade of experience across financial management, corporate reporting, investment management, treasury management, sustainability reporting, internal controls, and strategic finance. He has led finance transformation initiatives across multiple sectors and has also helped strengthen financi…

…evacuate hundreds of their citizens from the country. Earlier this month, Nairametrics reported that Nigeria has begun evacuating its citizens from South Africa, as the first group of 262 Nigerians departed Johannesburg for Lagos amid renewed xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals. The Nigerians in Diaspora Commi…

…SAN, regarding the development, but there was no response as of the time of filing this report. But in her reaction to the UK court's decision, Madueke described the litigation journey as a tough one for her. "I did my job to the best of my ability. I am just thankful to God. It's been a very, very arduous and long, al…

…reforms, and increased investment in learning infrastructure. Earlier, Nairametrics reported that the Federal Government has designated June 29 to July 3, 2026, as National Learning Assessment Week as part of preparations for Nigeria's first nationwide learning assessment exercise. According to a statement issued by th…

…to create pathways that support advancement into senior leadership roles. What the report is saying According to an excerpt from the report, "It is an accepted fact that women are significantly underrepresented in Senior Leadership in the Data and AI industry, with just 17% occupying the most senior roles. The State of…

…Insurance has faced significant financial challenges in recent periods, with the company reporting a net loss of N1.69 billion and a negative earnings per share of 13 kobo. The insurer also recorded a first-quarter 2026 loss of N576.5 million, representing a deterioration from the corresponding period of the previous y…

…(over ₦434.88 million) for the vehicle. One of the victims, Ikechukwu Osita Ifeabunike, reportedly paid $145,000 through an intermediary, while another victim, Godson Azubuike Amans, allegedly paid $175,000 for the same vehicle." More insights Investigators said Adams allegedly marketed a 2024 Mercedes-Benz G63 AMG to…

…structures. More insight Workforce data also shows that 66.7% of professionals surveyed reported receiving a pay rise in the past year, although this trend is not evenly distributed. Entry-level employees were least likely to benefit, with only 56% reporting a salary increase, reinforcing concerns about stagnation at t…

…conditions in the country's external sector. More insights Nairametrics had earlier reported that Nigeria's external reserves gained more than $1 billion during the first half of June, extending the positive momentum recorded in previous months. Reserves increased by about 2.5% between June 1 and June 18, rising from $…

…theft and illegal refining operations in the Niger Delta region. In April, Nairametrics reported that naval personnel intercepted two vessels carrying 939 metric tonnes of suspected stolen crude oil valued at more than N4 billion, leading to the arrest of 26 crew members. A few weeks earlier, on March 27, the Navy reco…

…and integrated platform for livestock data collection, management, analysis and reporting," she said. "The NLIMS is a strategic institutional tool that will support evidence-based policymaking, strengthen programme monitoring, enhance sector oversight and provide the reliable data required to guide investment decisions…

…first mention of a football team in Pachuca came in 1892, with a local newspaper article reporting on a reorganisation of the team due to a "schism"."There had been a rift between those in Pachuca and 'the mountain men', meaning those in Real del Monte."When I read this I laughed, I thought 'how Cornish'. The Cornish l…

…the man interpreting for him was Edinho, a goalkeeper at the club - and Pele's son.When reporters asked how he would communicate without speaking a word of Portuguese, Armstrong replied: "I guess I'm going to have to smile."He had no idea the interview was being broadcast across the country and when he walked into the…

…Haiti's gangs to fill the void.According to Amnesty International, 5,600 people were reported killed in Haiti in 2024 alone. The population is estimated at about 11.5 million.Image source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Haiti are the first Caribbean nation to qualify for more than one edition of the men's World CupHaiti ha…

…with you for your whole life because it is not gonna happen again."With additional reporting from Madeline Gerber and Meiying WuUnited StatesFIFA World Cup 2026

…winner to deny Panama their first-ever World Cup point in Toronto, Canada.MATCH REPORT: Ghana 1-0 PanamaAvailable to UK users only.SubsectionFootballPublished18 JuneShare pageAbout sharing

…penalty to earn South Africa a draw against the Czech Republic at the World Cup.MATCH REPORT: Czech Republic 1-1 South AfricaAvailable to UK users only.SubsectionFootballPublished18 JuneShare pageAbout sharing

…his first World Cup hat-trick against AlgeriaByElizabeth ConwaySpanish football reporterPublished18 June 2026Lionel Messi's father is currently dealing with a "health-related situation", the family said in a statement on Thursday."At this time, he is under medical supervision, recovering and progressing favourably with…

…what was intended to be his final Test in OctoberByMike HensonBBC Sport rugby union news reporterPublished19 June 2026Veteran Australia prop James Slipper has reversed his retirement from international rugby and is in the Wallabies squad for the forthcoming Nations Championship.The 37-year-old, who has won 151 Test cap…

…he moved to Juventus in 2025 and is being monitored by English clubs once more.There are reports that Newcastle are interested, external in Canada's all-time leading scorer - who has 39 goals in 78 international appearances - and that Juventus would be willing to let him go to free up their summer budget.Leeds United,…

…Mokbel, Senior football correspondent in Kansas City and Alex Howell, Football reporter in Kansas CityPublished19 June 2026Thomas Tuchel threw the first pitch at the home of baseball team Kansas City Royals as his England squad enjoyed some downtime after winning their opening game at the World Cup.Manager Tuchel was j…

…twice as Switzerland beat Bosnia in their 2026 World Cup match in Los Angeles.MATCH REPORT: Switzerland 4-1 Bosnia-HerzegovinaAvailable to UK users only.SubsectionFootballPublished18 JuneShare pageAbout sharing

…side NEC Green Rockets for London IrishByMike Henson, BBC Sport rugby union news reporter and Sara Orchard, Rugby union commentatorPublished19 June 2026Benhard Janse van Rensburg's enthusiasm and energy have won over his new England team-mates, says George Ford.Janse van Rensburg, 29, was born in South Africa and appea…