38 killed after being hit by Russian air defence while diverting across the Caspian Sea. Apologizes to Azerbaijan but stops short of accepting Russian responsibility. Ukraine accuses Russia of disinformation as survivors recount the tragedy. Russian President Vladimir Putin has issued an apology to Azerbaijan’s President Ilham Aliyev following the downing of an Azerbaijani commercial … Read more
Olivia Hussey, famed for her role as Juliet in 1968’s Romeo and Juliet, has passed away at 73. She won a Golden Globe for Best New Actress but later sued Paramount over filming a nude scene at age 15. Hussey left a lasting impact with roles in Jesus of Nazareth, Black Christmas, and Psycho IV. … Read more
Trump requests Supreme Court to delay TikTok ban, aiming for a political resolution. TikTok and ByteDance face a 19 January deadline to divest or risk a US ban. US officials cite national security concerns, while TikTok argues for free speech protections. US President-elect Donald Trump has petitioned the US Supreme Court to delay an impending … Read more
The boat, carrying around 80 people, resulted in only 11 survivors, with 9 of them being from Mali. The tragedy occurred last week but was formally confirmed by Mali’s Ministry of Malians Abroad on Thursday. The ministry has deployed a crisis unit to monitor the situation and assist the affected individuals. At least 69 people, … Read more
He received six lashes following a conviction by a Sharia court. This marks the first time a Sharia court-ordered flogging occurred outside a courtroom in Malaysia. Approximately 90 spectators, including an AFP journalist, witnessed the caning inside the mosque. A 42-year-old man was flogged in a mosque in Terengganu, Malaysia, on Friday after being convicted … Read more
Nigeria Denies Niger’s Allegations Gen. Tchiani Accuses Nigeria of Collaborating with France ECOWAS Comes to Nigeria’s defense Nigeria has dismissed allegations by Niger’s military leader, Brigadier General Abdourahmane Tchiani, accusing the country of colluding with France to destabilize Niger’s junta-led government. The accusations were made during a Christmas Day interview in which Gen. Tchiani claimed … Read more
South Korea in Political Turmoil Weeks After Sacking the substantive President Lawmakers Impeach Acting president. Marital Laws Genesis of the problem In a dramatic turn of events, South Korea’s National Assembly voted on Friday to impeach acting President Han Duck-soo, citing his alleged involvement in an insurrection following the controversial declaration of martial law … Read more
Nigeria accused of sponsoring Terrorism Nigeria, Niger share borders to the North ECOWAS Reacts to Niger’s Accusations The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has firmly rejected allegations suggesting that Nigeria and other member states are involved in sponsoring terrorism. In a statement released on Thursday, ECOWAS expressed unwavering support for Nigeria’s peacekeeping … Read more
Ukrainian forces capture first North Korean prisoner of war since Pyongyang sent troops to support Russia. Photo of wounded soldier circulates, confirming North Korean involvement in Russia’s war in Ukraine. Over 10,000 North Korean soldiers are believed to have been deployed to assist Russia in Ukraine. Ukrainian forces have captured an injured North Korean soldier … Read more
Five Palestinian journalists killed in Israeli airstrike on Gaza, sparking global outcry. At least 133 journalists have died in the ongoing Gaza conflict, making it the deadliest for media workers. Severe cold and airstrikes continue to worsen the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, with more lives lost. A Palestinian TV channel, Quds Today, reported that five … Read more
Former Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, a key architect of India’s economic liberalisation, served from 2004 to 2014, shaping the nation’s economic and political landscape. Tributes from leaders, including Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Congress figures, highlight Singh’s wisdom, humility, and dedication to improving lives. As the first Sikh prime minister, Singh’s legacy includes historic … Read more
Top 10 Currencies in Africa Giving Dollars a Good Run US Dollars Adoption For International Trade Libyan Dinar Africa’s Strongest Currency Overtime the US Dollars a prominently strong currency has been adopted by international market forces to transact business in the global stage. It’s the currency through which many countries of the world use to … Read more
Egypt’s $9.3 Billion IMF Loan Tops List of African Nations Struggling with Financial Stability” “Reliance on IMF Loans Raises Concerns Over Africa’s Economic Future” “Kenya, Angola, and Côte d’Ivoire Trail Egypt in Massive IMF Debt Obligations: A Growing Trend Across Africa” African nations grappling with economic instability have increasingly turned to the International Monetary Fund … Read more
Azerbaijan Airlines flight J2-8243 crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, killing 38 people, while dozens miraculously survived. Authorities are probing the cause, with unconfirmed reports suggesting a bird strike during the emergency landing attempt. The flight carried passengers from Azerbaijan, Russia, Kazakhstan, and Kyrgyzstan, with the black box recovered to aid the investigation. Dozens of passengers survived … Read more
Over 1,500 prisoners escape Mozambique prison amid election-related unrest, with 33 killed in clashes with guards. Mozambique faces widespread protests after the constitutional court confirms disputed election results favoring Frelimo. Unrest escalates with looted businesses, arson, and calls for demonstrations by opposition leader Venâncio Mondlane. More than 1,500 inmates have escaped from a prison in … Read more
Impeached South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol defies two separate summons for questioning over his martial law declaration and alleged abuse of power. Yoon, suspended since December 14, faces the possibility of removal from office, with the Constitutional Court set to deliberate on his impeachment. His brief declaration of martial law in December 2024 sparked a … Read more
Bridge collapse in northern Brazil sends vehicles, including trucks with hazardous chemicals, into the Tocantins River. Four confirmed dead, over 10 missing; rescue operations continue amid contamination concerns. Residents warned against using river water as authorities assess potential chemical leakage. Concerns over water contamination have arisen after a bridge collapse in northern Brazil sent trucks … Read more
Armed men attacked Haiti’s General Hospital during a briefing, killing three, including two journalists and a police officer. The attack, blamed on the Viv Ansanm gang, left several others injured amid ongoing gang violence in Port-au-Prince. Despite international intervention, 85% of the capital remains under gang control, with Haiti on the brink of collapse. At … Read more
Bill Clinton was released from the hospital Monday after being treated overnight for flu symptoms. Angel Ureña, Clinton’s deputy chief of staff, provided a health update on X, expressing gratitude for the care Clinton received. The former president is recovering well and shared warm holiday wishes with the public. Bill Clinton has been released from … Read more
American Airlines flights briefly grounded nationwide early Christmas Eve due to a technical issue. FAA lifted the ground stop after an hour; flights resumed as the issue was resolved. Airline apologized for the disruption, working to minimize delays during peak holiday travel. A technical issue briefly disrupted American Airlines flights nationwide early on Tuesday, according … Read more