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The BBC has rolled out a new Pidgin language service targeting digital platforms for West and Central Africa. Pidgin, spoken extensively across the area, will be used to deliver news, current affairs, culture, and more, produced from a hub in Lagos with additional input from Ghana and Cameroon. This initiative is part of the BBC's significant expansion effort backed by a 2016 funding increase.

As the Denver Nuggets prepare to face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game Six of their Western Conference Semifinals series, the Nuggets hold a commanding lead. Nikola Jokic is coming off a stellar performance after receiving his third MVP award. The Timberwolves have faced defensive challenges and key player injuries. Will the Nuggets secure their spot in the finals?

Shelley Duvall, the iconic actress from hit films such as 'The Shining,' and 'Nashville,' passed away on July 11, 2024, at the age of 75 due to complications stemming from diabetes. With her final role in 'The Forest Hills' in 2023, she had retreated from the spotlight for many years. Challenges related to her mental health and physical well-being had significantly impacted her life.

Emma Raducanu faced a heartbreaking exit from Wimbledon after a gripping fourth-round match against qualifier Lulu Sun. The 21-year-old Brit, hampered by a back injury, fell short despite her determination, losing 6-2, 5-7, 6-2. Raducanu's resurgence in form wasn't enough against Sun's remarkable performance, ending her pursuit of a quarter-final spot. Meanwhile, Sun will now advance to play Croatia's Donna Vekic.

The Moroccan ambassador to Spain, Karima Benyaich, has underscored the significance of Morocco's assistance to Spain following the floods in Valencia. This aid, she states, is a testament to the robust diplomatic and strategic relations between the two nations. Despite past tensions related to issues like Western Sahara, recent cooperative efforts depict a renewed partnership marked by mutual respect and solidarity.