Cape Verde Make World Cup History, Reach Knockout Stage as Smallest Nation Ever

Cape Verde have etched their name into FIFA World Cup history after becoming the smallest Nation by population to qualify for the tournament’s knockout stage, following a hard-fought goalless draw against Saudi Arabia in their final Group H match in Houston on Friday. The remarkable achievement marks a historic milestone for the Atlantic island nation,…

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US Introduces $750 Premium Fee for Faster Visa Interview Appointments

The United States Government has announced plans to introduce a premium appointment service that would allow some business and tourist visa applicants to secure interview dates faster, for an additional non-refundable fee of $750. Global Mirror News learnt that under the proposed pilot programme, eligible applicants for B1/B2 visitor visas would pay the $750 premium…

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Diezani Breaks Silence After UK Court Acquittal, Says 13-Year Probe Ruined Her Reputation

Former Nigerian Minister of Petroleum Resources, Diezani Alison-Madueke, has spoken publicly following her acquittal in a London court, accusing British prosecutors of causing lasting damage to her reputation, career, and personal life through a lengthy investigation that spanned more than a decade. Global Mirror News gathered that in an interview with the BBC, Alison-Madueke described…

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Iran Moves to Challenge FIFA Over World Cup Travel Restrictions

Iran’s Football Federation has announced plans to submit an official complaint to FIFA over travel restrictions imposed on the Country’s National Team during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, arguing that the measures create an uneven playing field compared to other participating Nations. According to Global Mirror News findings, the Football Federation of the Islamic Republic…

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World Cup Setback: Canada Denies Entry to Ghana Star Thomas Partey Ahead of Panama Clash

Ghana’s preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup have suffered a major setback after midfielder Thomas Partey was reportedly denied entry into Canada ahead of the Black Stars’ opening Group L match against Panama in Toronto. Global Mirror News gathered that Partey, who is part of Ghana’s World Cup squad, was unable to travel with…

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