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UN Scribe Slams Africa’s Non- Representation on Security Council, Says It’s unjust and indefensible

UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, on Tuesday, called for Security Council reform, saying that the continued absence of permanent African representation on the body...

Trump Tells UN: Iran Faces Deal or Swift Annihilation

By Samuel Akpan US President Donald Trump told the United Nations on Tuesday he faces a stark choice – strike a deal that...

Trump Bans CNN, MS NOW, Politico Over ‘Fake News’, Announces ‘Permanent’ US Security Control of Greenland

US President Donald Trump has announced a ban on CNN, MS NOW and Politico from the White House while simultaneously declaring a new...

Trump’s proposed $5,000 cheques requires congressional approval, says US House of Reps Speaker

U.S. House of Representatives Speaker Mike Johnson has said that President Donald Trump’s proposal to distribute $5,000 “Trump Dividend” cheques to adult Americans...

From Crime TV Host to Death Row: Egyptian Presenter Sarah Khalifa Convicted in Drug Case

By Persecondnews She built a public profile investigating crime and security on Egyptian television. Now, 39-year-old Sarah Khalifa has been sentenced to death...

Just In: Tanzania’s First Gentleman Passes Away at 76, President, Citizens Mourn

By Omoyeni Ojeifo Tanzanian First Gentleman Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, passed away at 76 on Monday morning following...

Amazon Cargo Plane Crashes Into Vehicle in Miami, Leaving 5 Dead, 5 Injured

At least five people were killed when an Amazon cargo plane overshot a runway after it landed Sunday at Miami International Airport, crashed...

US Uncovers Massive Asylum Scam: 420 Foreign Officials Enter on Diplomatic Visas, Refuse to Return Home

The United States has ordered its embassies worldwide to intensify scrutiny of diplomatic and official visa applications following the discovery that hundreds of...

US Honours Music Icon Dolly Parton with Week of American Flags at Half-Staff  

Following the passing on of Country music icon Dolly Parton at the age of 80, US government has ordered the lowering of American...

US Court Blocks Trump’s Visa Suspension for Nigeria, 74 Countries

A US federal judge has struck down the Trump administration’s policy suspending the issuance of immigrant visas to nationals of 75 countries, including...

Breaking: Andy Burnham is new UK Prime Minister

A new era began on Monday as Andy Burnham officially became Prime Minister, sealing his appointment during a formal audience with King Charles...

Spain Clinch Dramatic 2026 World Cup Title with Torres Extra-Time Goal

By Samuel Akpan In a pulsating encounter at MetLife Stadium on Sunday, Spain have been crowned 2026 FIFA World Cup champions after edging...

Breaking: Senegalese Leader Faye Takes Over as ECOWAS Chairman

In a major transition for the sub-region, Senegalese President Bassirou Diomaye Faye has taken the helm as the new ECOWAS Chairman. Faye was...

Ebola Outbreak: Oxford Launches Human Trials for New Vaccine as DR Congo Crisis Deepens

By Maryanne Awuya A new experimental vaccine against the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola has been approved for human trials in the United Kingdom,...

Outraged Egypt Demands FIFA Expel Referees Over Controversial Argentina Climax

By Samuel Akpan The Egyptian Football Federation has urged FIFA to investigate and expel the refereeing officials who oversaw their controversial 3-2 elimination...

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...