US Justice Department, on Wednesday night charged ten Nigerians with conspiring to launder illegal proceeds that were fraudulently obtained as a result of romance scams targeting multiple victims. Charged were Paul Usoro, 25, Nigerian citizen and lawful permanent resident of the United States residing in Norman, Oklahoma; Afeez Olajide Adebara, 34, a U.S. citizen residing … Read more
Employees at South African Airways (SAA) will go on strike from today over the airline’s plan to cut more than 900 jobs, the workers’ union has said. “We are left with no choice but to resort to this drastic action by withdrawing our labour and going on strike,” Zazi Nsibanyoni-Anyiam, president of the South African … Read more
A ceasefire between Israel and militants in Gaza appears to be holding, despite the launch of several rockets hours after it took effect. The Air strike left 34 Palestinians dead and 111 injured, 63 Israelis were in need of medical treatment. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said that 25 of the Palestinian fatalities were militants. … Read more
A Boeing 737-800 carrying 196 passengers burst into flames shortly after landing at Sharm el-Sheikh Airport in Egypt. The aircraft (UR-SQH), operating flight PQ7153 from Zaporizhia on November 9, had turned into its parking bay after landing when, shortly after it stopped, flames erupted on the left-hand main gear. It was revealed that airport CCTV … Read more
French President Emmanuel Macron’s ambitious reform agenda is facing turbulence amid student protests and planned strikes in hospitals and public transport. Some 70 medical directors in the Paris public health system took to the columns of newspaper Le Monde on Wednesday to warn that France’s public health system was collapsing. Their intervention came a day … Read more
– Mrs Clinton said: “I, as I say, never, never, never say never – “I will certainly tell you, I’m under enormous pressure from many, many, many people to think about it – The former secretary of state, New York senator and US first lady said: “I think all the time about what kind of … Read more
– The 22-year-old set fire to himself in front of a university restaurant in Lyon – The man posted on Facebook about his financial difficulties just hours before self-immolating in front of a university restaurant in Lyon – He blamed President Emmanuel Macron, two of his predecessors Francois Hollande was forced to cancel a planned … Read more
– Mr Morales said he was forced to stepped down but did so willingly “so there would be no more bloodshed – “While I have life I’ll stay in politics, the fight continues. All the people of the world have the right to free themselves from discrimination and humiliation – Mexican Foreign Minister Marcelo Ebrard … Read more
-Jimmy Carter in hospital following brain procedure – The Pressure comes from bleeding caused by recent falls – Jimmy carter will remain in hospital for further observation Ex- US President Jimmy Carter, 95, is recovering in an Atlanta hospital following a procedure to relieve brain pressure. The pressure comes from bleeding caused by recent falls, … Read more
– Hundreds of masked protesters were seen throwing bricks and other objects, while police used tear gas to disperse – The protest started in June against a now-withdrawn plan to allow extradition to mainland China – Police spokesman Kong Wing-cheung hit out at the protesters, saying they had “countless examples of rioters using random and … Read more
– An Israeli air strike has killed a senior commander of the militant group Palestinian Islamic Jihad in Gaza. – Israel’s prime minister said that Abu al-Ata was a “ticking bomb” who was planning to carry out attacks on the country – The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said Abu al-Ata was “responsible for most of … Read more
Police said a man was arrested after attacking three members of a troupe that was performing as part of an entertainment festival in the Saudi capital Riyadh. Videos shared online shows that the attack took place on Monday evening, a man was seen storming the stage while the group was performing before he is chased … Read more
– More than 85 fires are burning across the state of New South Wales (NSW), 46 of which are not contained – Authorities said that the Turramurra fire had been brought under control, but one firefighter battling the blaze – Authorities had predicted “catastrophic” conditions for Tuesday, amid fears a southerly wind A vast area … Read more
– Mexico’s Foreign Minister, Marcelo Ebrard, confirmed that Mr Morales had boarded a Mexican government plane – In a tweet, he said that it hurt to be leaving Bolivia but he would return with more “strength and energy – The deputy head of the Senate has said that she would take over as interim president … Read more
– Saudi Arabian promotional video labels feminism, atheism, homosexuality as extremist ideas – Don’t forget that excess of anything at the expense of the homeland is considered extremism – The authorities have also cracked down on dissent, arresting scores of critics including clerics, intellectuals and activists The promotional video posted on Twitter at the weekend … Read more
-Dublin warns UK PM Johnson ‘no amnesty’ for soldiers in Northern Ireland – More than 3,000 people were killed before the conflict wound down with the 1998 Good Friday Agreement, signed with the accord of London and Dublin – There is no statute of limitations, no amnesty, for anyone who committed crimes in NI After … Read more
– Hong Kong police shot and critically wounded a protester and a man was set on fire on Monday – Today’s events are deeply disturbing. We are seriously concerned by the ongoing violence – “Protesters should avoid violence, and the police must not respond disproportionately Britain’s Foreign Office has said that it was concerned … Read more
– Morales said that he was leaving to help protect families of political allies, after their homes were burnt down – The head of the army had called on him to go after protests over his election win – In a televised address, Mr Morales urged protesters to “stop attacking the brothers and sisters, stop … Read more
After reading comments on a decision made by female members of parliament in Britain on not standing for re-election at a December 12 general election, former U.S. presidential candidate Hillary Clinton said female politicians are facing a backlash over women’s rights. This is as a result of the tiff “fueled by social media that rewards … Read more
– Teargas and live ammunition was used by Iraqi security forces in the al Khalani commercial area – Four protesters were killed in Baghdad on Saturday after Iraqi Security Forces try to dispatch hundreds of protesters – The Iraqi anti-government protests has claimed about 319 people lives The Iraqi anti-government protests has claimed about 319 … Read more