…Reid was born and raised in the mining town of Searchlight, Nevada on December 2, 1939… EKO HOT BLOG reports that former US Senate majority leader Harry Reid, a Nevada Democrat who rose from humble beginnings to lead the upper chamber during the presidencies of George W. Bush and Barack Obama, died on Tuesday at … Read more
French health minister Olivier Véran warned “everything suggests” France could see as many as 250,000 cases a day… EKO HOT BLOG reports that France has reported Europe’s highest ever number of new daily Covid cases as countries across the continent struggle to contain the Omicron variant. But France, with its 179,807 cases on Tuesday, was … Read more
Omicron: Biden to reverse South Africa, others’ travel ban EKO HOT BLOG reports that President Joe Biden formally announced Tuesday he will lift a ban this week on travel from South Africa and other countries in the region, imposed due to fear of the Omicron Covid-19 variant. “The travel restrictions… are no longer necessary to … Read more
American model dies in Ghanaian hotel EKO HOT BLOG reports that an American Instagram model, Tyger Booty, has reportedly died in a hotel room in Accra, Ghana, during a romp with a yet-to-be-named Ghanaian billionaire in the West African nation. According to reports, the yet-to-be-identified billionaire sponsored Booty’s expensive paid trip to Ghana. Although the … Read more
US, Russia to hold security, Ukraine talks January EKO HOT BLOG reports that the US and Russia are set to meet in January for much-anticipated talks on European security and the Ukraine conflict, after Moscow listed demands that included ending NATO expansion. The talks with Russia will take place on January 10, according to a … Read more
Civil marriage in the Middle East is uncommAlgeria,usually conducted under a religious authority… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the UAE issued its first civil marriage license for a non-Muslim couple, state media reported Monday, as the Gulf country seeks to keep its edge over regional competitors. The United Arab Emirates — where foreigners make up … Read more
Florida man shoots neighbor during dispute over loud music EKO HOT BLOG reports that a 31-year-old U.S. man in Florida identified as Zachary Moncada shot his neighbour during a dispute over loud music on Christmas Eve, a report said. Moncada is accused of shooting the man in the back before the victim’s relatives subdued him on … Read more
The move followed the Taliban barring many women in public-sector roles from returning to work in the wake of their August 15 seizure of power… EKO HOT BLOG reports that Taliban authorities in Afghanistan have said that women seeking to travel long distances should not be allowed on road transport unless they are accompanied by … Read more
New York Sees Increase In Children Hospitalisation As Omicron Cases Rise EKO HOT BLOG reports that with the spike in Omicron cases, New York health officials have reported an increase in children being admitted to hospitals, even as the White House committed on Sunday to fix the US’ Covid-19 test shortage as soon as possible. … Read more
The Bidens, Obamas pay tributes to Archbishop Tutu EKO HOT BLOG reports that in separate messages on Sunday, US President Joe Biden, his wife Jill, and former US President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama paid respect to Archbishop Desmond Tutu, an anti-apartheid stalwart. The Bidens said Tutu’s legacy would “echo throughout the ages.” “On this … Read more
…the health authority recommended adults receive a booster jab three months after their initial vaccination EKO HOT BLOG reports that COVID-19 infections in France hit six figures Saturday, health officials recording 104,611 cases over the previous 24 hours, the third consecutive day the numbers have been record highs. The latest figures, from France’s public health … Read more
Over 30 people, including women, children, killed, bodies burned in Myanmar EKO HOT BLOG reports that more than 30 people, including women and children, have been slaughtered and their remains burnt in Myanmar’s conflict-torn Kayah state, according to local human rights groups and media reports. The Karenni Human Rights Group which first reported the incident, … Read more
The United Kingdom has announced plans to relax Immigration Rule to expand the Visa Scheme For Health Workers EKO HOT BLOG reports that the United Kingdom government will temporarily relax immigration rules for overseas care workers in a bid to recruit and keep staff. Social care workers, care assistants and home care workers are to … Read more
The European Space Agency aptly referred to it as “an awesome Christmas present” EKO HOT BLOG reports that James Webb Space Telescope, NASA’s premier space observatory of the next decade, successfully launched on Christmas morning. The telescope lifted off atop an Ariane 5 rocket from Europe’s Spaceport in French Guiana at 7:20 a.m. ET. “We … Read more
…United cancelled more than 170 flights on Friday, or nine percent of those that were scheduled. EKO HOT BLOG reports that over 2,000 flights have been cancelled and thousands delayed around the world as the highly infectious Omicron variant disrupts holiday travel. According to tracking website Flightaware.com at 1540 GMT on Friday, a total of … Read more
South Korea pardons former President jailed for corruption EKO HOT BLOG reports that former South Korean President Park Geun-hye has been pardoned after serving time in jail for corruption. Park’s pardon, announced on Friday by the country’s Justice Ministry, is “aimed at strengthening national unity in the midst of challenges imposed by the coronavirus outbreak.” … Read more
The official said the curbs were no longer necessary amid a US explosion of cases… EKO HOT BLOG reports that the US is ready to lift a travel ban it imposed on eight southern African nations over a new coronavirus strain. The White House said the 29 November measure, affecting South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, … Read more
Moscow has piled fines on the world’s biggest internet platforms… EKO HOT BLOG reports that a Moscow court slapped Google with an unprecedented hefty fine of nearly $100 million on Friday as Russia ramps up its pressure on foreign tech giants. Moscow has piled fines on the world’s biggest internet platforms, accusing them of not … Read more
Prince Harry, Meghan reveal the face of daughter Lilibet for the first time EKO HOT BLOG reports that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have finally shared the first photo of their daughter Lilibet Diana, six months after she was born. The baby appeared in a family Christmas card. The photo was taken by Alexi Lubomirski, … Read more
Trump goes to Supreme Court to block Jan. 6 panel from papers EKO HOT BLOG reports that Former U.S. President Donald Trump turned to the Supreme Court Thursday in a last-ditch effort to keep documents away from the House committee investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection at the Capitol. A federal appeals court ruled against Trump … Read more