December 2024 Archive — Top stories on CottonCandi News
Here's a clear, quick look at what we published in December 2024. You’ll find sports shocks, a major legal nudge in Kenya, a strong cinematic contender for awards season, and a few moments that grabbed attention across Africa and beyond. Scroll through the short summaries to find the pieces you want to read in full.
Sports roundup: football and fight nights
Football dominated December. One story followed the long-running fallout from Calciopoli: Inter Milan was officially awarded the 2005/2006 Scudetto after Juventus' role in that scandal. It’s a piece about justice delayed and how football history gets rewritten in courts as well as on the pitch.
In European competition, Ajax fell 3-1 at home to SS Lazio in a Europa League tie. The game had injury issues and security concerns, but Lazio’s attack found the moments that mattered and booked a spot in the Round of 16.
Back in domestic leagues, Kylian Mbappé owned up after Real Madrid’s 2-1 loss to Athletic Club — a missed penalty was costly, but his leadership and willingness to shoulder responsibility were the storylines clubs and fans are watching as he settles in.
Scotland saw a statement result: Celtic thrashed Ross County 5-0 to keep their momentum in the Premiership. The match highlighted tactical depth and players stepping up when it counts.
On the mixed-martial-arts front, UFC 310 delivered. Alexandre Pantoja defended his flyweight title against Kai Asakura, and Shavkat Rakhmonov pushed his name into welterweight title conversation with a major win. The event also featured standout bouts from Ciryl Gane and Bryce Mitchell — key moments for fight fans tracking rising contenders.
Culture, law and what matters off the field
Culturally, Robert Eggers’ Nosferatu drew attention beyond horror fans. Our coverage noted the film’s Critics Choice nods — Best Cinematography and Best Production Design — and why that puts it on the radar for awards season, even after being overlooked by the Golden Globes.
In Kenya, a significant legal push came from Supreme Court Justice Isaac Lenaola calling for faster appointment of IEBC officials. The piece explains the risks of a weak electoral commission ahead of elections and why the court’s comments matter for democratic stability.
Each story we ran aims to explain why the event matters, who’s involved, and what could come next. Want full reads? Click any headline on the archive list to open the full article. If you’re following a specific thread — football rulings, continental politics, or awards-season buzz — bookmark the page and check back for updates.
