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Mid-Air Scare: Passenger Tries to Open Cabin Door, Arrested

A suspected terror struck an Indianapolis-bound flight on Tuesday when a passenger attempted to force open the cabin door shortly after takeoff, forcing...

Two Deaths Mar Mexico’s Historic World Cup Win Celebrations

By Samuel Akpan Tragedy struck Mexico City on Wednesday as two people died during massive street celebrations after the national team recorded its...

BREAKING: Nigerian nun Sister Leticia Ugboaja has been released from ICE custody after the intervention of U.S. members of Congress.

The Catholic sister was arrested by ICE while on her way to church, but swift congressional action secured her release.

Ramaphosa supports right to protest on June 30, issues ‘strict warning against violence’

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has backed public concerns regarding illegal immigration but issued a “strict warning against violence, intimidation, and vigilantism” ahead...

Elon Musk Loses $350bln as SpaceX Shares Tumble

By Samuel Akpan Elon Musk has seen his net worth plunge by an estimated $350 billion in just one week, falling to around...

Ebola infections exceed 1,000 cases, 254 deaths in DR Congo as outbreak worsens

Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has surpassed 1,000 confirmed cases, raising concerns among health authorities as violence and mass...

China regains world’s fastest supercomputer title with homegrown machine

By Maryanne Awuya China has reclaimed the title of the world’s fastest supercomputer after its newly developed system – LineShine – topped the...

US to Deport Nigerian Ayodeji Ajayi Over Visa Overstay, Criminal Record

By Samuel Akpan US immigration officials have revealed plans to deport Nigerian national Ayodeji Olamide Ajayi, who has been accused of overstaying a...

Trump Places Iranian Sanctions Relief in US Escrow for American Supplies

President Donald Trump declared on Tuesday that any Iranian funds unfrozen via sanctions relief would enter a US-controlled escrow account for buying American...

Keir Starmer announces resignation as Prime Minister

United Kingdom Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced his resignation, saying every decision he made in office was driven by a desire to...

UK PM Starmer Facing Immediate Resignation Amid Political Turmoil

UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer is on the verge of resigning today in a move that would send shockwaves through British politics....

US-Iran Deal Appears Imminent: Trump Says Strait of Hormuz to Reopen Today

A peace agreement between the United States and Iran is scheduled for signature today, according to U.S. President Donald Trump.  Trump stated that...

Tragedy in Johannesburg: Over 12 Killed in Settlement Massacre

A quiet night at a Johannesburg informal settlement turned into a tragedy when a group of more than 10 gunmen opened fire on...

US Launches $750 Fast-Track Visa Interviews, Promises Appointments Within 10 Days

The United States Department of State is set to launch a new premium visa interview service that will allow foreign travelers seeking business...

Africa Day: UN Chief Demands Water Investment, AU’s Youssouf Pushes for Unity

By Omoyeni Ojeifo As Nigeria and the rest of the continent celebrate Africa Day, UN Secretary-General António Guterres has renewed his call for...

Morocco’s King Pardons Senegal Fans in Celebrated Unity Move, CAF Hails Gesture

By Samuel Akpan In a landmark display of compassion and continental solidarity, King Mohammed VI of Morocco has granted a royal pardon to...