The National Secretary of the African Democratic Congress, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, has asked Justice Peter Lifu of the Federal High Court in Abuja to recuse […]
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New Solomon Islands leader reviews security pact with China, seeks treaty with Australia
The Solomon Islands will negotiate a comprehensive strategic treaty with Australia and review a security agreement with China, the Pacific country’s new prime minister said […]
Senate Observes Silence For Slain Teachers As Nationwide Protests Erupt Over Oyo School Abductions, Labour Threatens Further Action
The abduction of dozens of pupils and teachers from schools in Oriire Local Government Area of Oyo State and Askira-Uba Local Government Area of Borno […]
“Inquest Halted” — Court Stays Coroner’s Probe Into Death Of Chimamanda Adichie’s Son Pending Judicial Review
The Lagos State High Court sitting at Osborne, Ikoyi, has ordered a temporary suspension of proceedings in the coroner’s inquest into the death of Master […]
“Four Killed In Attack On Soludo Chief Of Staff’s Convoy” — Anambra Vows Prosecution As Police Launch Manhunt, Arrest Suspect In Camouflage
The Anambra State Government has vowed to track down and prosecute the gunmen responsible for the killing of two police officers and two civilians during […]
“My Only Sin Is Posting Oghenemine’s Video” — Police Invite Gwamnishu Over Alleged Terrorism, Attempted Murder Claims After Viral Delta Shooting Clip
The Delta State Police Command has invited human rights activist, Harrison Gwamnishu, for questioning over allegations bordering on conspiracy, attempted murder, incitement to engage in […]
Bakersfield Chase Bank locked down as police respond to hostage situation
A bomb threat and hostage situation is ongoing at a Chase Bank in Bakersfield, California, the Bakersfield Police Department said in a Tuesday post on […]
Veteran '60 Minutes' journalist Scott Pelley fired from program, network 'effective immediately'
CBS News has terminated the contract of “60 Minutes” correspondent Scott Pelley, two sources at the network said on Tuesday, joining more than half a […]
Swiss voters appear poised to vote down 10 million population limit, poll finds
Swiss voters look set to reject a referendum proposal to cap the country’s population at 10 million people, according to an opinion poll published on […]
India may face 12.5% US tariff under proposed forced-labour measures
India may face an additional 12.5% tariff on exports to the US under a proposed trade measure targeting countries that Washington says have failed to […]
Over 200,000 H-1B applicants paid $100,000 for 15-day US visa processing
More than two lakh applicants opted to pay $100,000 for their H-1B visas to work in the US in the fiscal year 2026, Markwayne Mullin, […]
Russia repels drone attack over Leningrad region as economic forum kicks off
Russia has downed three drones over the Leningrad region to the northwest of Moscow and continues to repel the attacks, regional Governor Alexander Drozdenko said […]
Tropical Storm Jangmi cuts power to 60,000 homes, triggers flood warnings near Tokyo | In pics
Tropical Storm Jangmi brought heavy rain and strong winds across Japan, triggering flood warnings, disrupting flights and rail services, and leaving nearly 60,000 households without […]
Hegseth blocked female, minority Navy officers from promotion – report
United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth blocked nine navy officers, including three women and two black men, from being promoted to the rank of […]
Meta lets employees pause AI tracking after backlash over keystroke, mouse data
Meta is dialling back elements of its plan to collect employee mouse movements, keystrokes and other actions for use as AI training data, it said […]
US sanctions Iran's largest crypto exchange over IRGC links
The United States announced sanctions on Iran’s biggest cryptocurrency exchange on Tuesday, accusing it of enabling the Iranian government and blacklisted state institutions to circumvent […]
Japan cabinet clears $19 billion to cushion energy cost surge from West Asia war
The Japanese cabinet has cleared about $19 billion in additional spending to help households and businesses cope with rising energy costs triggered by the war […]
US says 'self defence' strikes launched on Iran's Qeshm Island after missile, drone attacks
US Central Command (CENTCOM) said American and partner forces intercepted three Iranian missiles headed for Bahrain, while two others fired toward Kuwait failed before reaching […]
Trump appeals US trade court order for broad IEEPA tariff refunds
The Trump administration has formally appealed a judge’s order compelling customs authorities to refund all importers who paid the $166 billion in global tariffs that […]
US-Iran War LIVE Updates: Tensions flare despite truce as US strikes Qeshm Island; Iran targets Kuwait, Bahrain
Fresh round of attacks and “self defence strikes” is increasingly threatening the newly extended ceasefire. The US says it intercepted Iranian missiles and drones before […]