His clarification followed widespread backlash and criticism from netizens, many of whom questioned his appearance at the political event and suggested it signalled political alignment. […]
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Nigerian military troops kill several terrorists, rescue 179 kidnapped victims — DHQ
The DHQ said the military carried out the operations between 25 and 28 May. The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) says troops of the Armed Forces of […]
PDP faction kicks as FCTA threatens to revoke the licence of the venue hosting Jonathan’s ratification
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Bear attacks hiker in Montana national park in second assault in weeks: ‘We heard a scream’
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Eight students arrested after fire at girls school killed 16 children in Kenya
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Trump in Situation Room to make final call on Iran peace deal after lifting Naval blockade of Hormuz Strait
President Donald Trump says he is meeting with top aides in the White House Situation Room “to make a final determination” on whether to accept […]
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Putin pushes Nato to the brink with drone attack in Romania
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Why does it rain every darn weekend?
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79-year-old woman accused of killing stepfather 50 years ago and living in his home ever since
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White House launches ‘alien’ website to brag about the arrest of migrants
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Canadian man who sold lethal substances online pleads guilty to aiding suicide
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DHS threats to pull agents from Newark Airport ahead of World Cup will cost $8 billion, advisory group warns
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Turkey issues warning to Putin after Russian drone hits cargo ship in the Black Sea
Turkey issued a fresh warning to Ukraine and Russia after a Turkish-owned cargo vessel was hit by drones on Thursday night, causing a fire and […]