In Liberia, a decade after the Ebola outbreak that took over 10,000 lives across West Africa, a memorial gathering was held to commemorate the victims. The event took place near Monrovia on Liberia’s National Decoration Day, a day dedicated to reflection and mourning. Despite the official eradication of the virus from Liberia in 2016, the epidemic’s impact persisted, with ongoing cultural stigma and emotional scars among the affected families. Individuals like Yasa Johnson, who lost her mother to Ebola, and Elizabeth Brown, who operates an orphanage for children orphaned by the epidemic, participated in the event, emphasizing the community’s ongoing healing process. President Joseph Boakai, acknowledging the country’s economic and social challenges post-Ebola, has pledged to focus on economic recovery, security enhancement, and anti-corruption measures.

Meanwhile, in the realm of sports, Manchester United and Liverpool are set to renew their longstanding rivalry in the FA Cup quarter-finals. This match, scheduled for Sunday, promises to add another chapter to their historic rivalry, with six encounters during the Premier League era. Fans are engaged through a quiz recalling previous matches between the two clubs, providing a nostalgic lead-up to the anticipated game. This encounter is part of the ongoing FA Cup, with coverage and reactions available for football enthusiasts keen on following the tournament.