The U.S. Air Force is confident a fix has been found for long-running troubles with a key system on Boeing’s KC-46 aerial refueling tanker, Air […]
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Celebrations clash with social tensions in Mexico ahead of World Cup
Celebrations have run into mounting social tensions in Mexico as the capital prepares to welcome the world in the opening ceremonies of the FIFA World […]
NRS launches Rev360 to ease tax compliance
The central tax agency launched the platform on Wednesday, reaffirming its commitment to boost voluntary tax compliance and provide seamless access to tax services. The Nigeria […]
6-foot burning cross discovered in downtown Chicago sparking fears of hate crime
Police in Chicago are investigating how a 6-foot burning cross came to be in a park in the downtown section of the city on Tuesday. […]
Trump tells UFC fight critics to ‘avert their gaze’ as White House birthday bash faces court battle
The Trump administration has sensationally told a group of plaintiffs suing to prevent a UFC fight from taking place on White House lawn to simply […]
Bondi Beach shooting suspect charged with 19 more murder and firearm offences
The suspect in one of Australia’s worst mass shootings at Sydney’s Bondi Beach last December has been charged with 19 additional offences. According to local […]
IMF flags risks in Nigeria’s planned $5 billion derivative deal with First Abu Dhabi Bank
“Our view is that the transactions in these types of structures carry risks,” said the IMF’s resident representative in Nigeria, Christian Ebeke said on Tuesday. […]
Law firms cheated in filing claims with NFL's $1 billion concussion settlement fund, report says
The court officials overseeing the NFL’s $1 billion settlement fund for concussion-related injuries have barred five law firms from handling any more claims from former […]
Iran fires missiles at air base hosting US forces in Jordan
The United States launched airstrikes early Wednesday against Iran after blaming Tehran for the crash of an American attack helicopter. Iran responded with attacks targeting […]
Graham Platner wins Maine Senate Democratic primary despite ‘Nazi’ tattoo scandal and women’s abuse claims
Graham Platner, a 41-year-old oysterman with no prior experience in elected office who has been plagued by scandals since announcing his campaign, won the Democratic […]
Nigerian govt, partners train NAPTIP, Civil Defence, others on GBV prosecution in schools
The initiative is aimed at improving access to justice for child survivors of abuse and ensuring more effective prosecution of offenders as concerns mount over […]
Trump’s handling of the economy hits a new low with Americans, says poll
President Donald Trump’s handling of the economy has hit a new low with Americans, according to a new poll. As Americans struggle with soaring gas […]
Karmelo Anthony sentenced to 35 years for fatally stabbing student athlete at Texas track meet
A Texas teenager has been convicted of murder and sentenced to 35 years in prison for fatally stabbing a 17-year-old track athlete from a rival […]
Republican Steve Hilton advances to face Xavier Becerra in general election race for California governor
Conservative pundit Steve Hilton has advanced alongside former U.S. health secretary Xavier Becerra in California’s open primary for governor, pitting the two men against each […]
Police confirm attack on Ebonyi school
The incident occurred amid fears and unconfirmed reports of bandit attack in some community in Ebonyi. The police command in Ebonyi State has confirmed an […]
Family sues hospital that allegedly told them their 13-year-old was dying – but it was entirely curable
An Oregon family has sued a Portland hospital, claiming doctors told them their 13-year-old daughter was dying when her condition was entirely curable. Steven and […]
Democracy can’t thrive without voters participation, civic leaders warn ahead of 2027
They said democratic participation must extend beyond election cycles to policy advocacy, legislative engagement, civic education, and long-term community organising. Civil society leaders and human […]
Delta plane diverted to Atlanta after passenger accused of slapping flight attendant’s bottom
An Indianapolis man is facing felony assault charges for allegedly smacking a flight attendant’s rear end after she inadvertently skipped his drink order, forcing the […]
Nigeria targets 2.5mbpd oil output – Lokpobiri
Mr Lokpobiri said that sustaining investments and increasing exploration activities were critical to achieving the target and boosting the nation’s reserves. The Minister of State […]
Police, vigilantes battle kidnappers in Abuja, kill two, rescue five victims
The Minister of Solid Minerals Development, Dele Alake, has said that mining development grants would be awarded strictly on merit, not on the basis of […]