Embattled South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has defended his controversial decision to declare martial law last week, asserting that it was a necessary move to protect the nation’s democracy. In a surprise televised address on Thursday, Yoon explained that the declaration was a legal action taken to “prevent the collapse” of democracy and counter … Read more
FBI Director Christopher Wray announced on Wednesday that he will resign before President-elect Donald Trump takes office next month, following weeks of consideration. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Wray’s decision comes amid Trump’s indication that he would remove Wray from his position. Trump has already nominated Kash Patel, a vocal critic of the FBI, to lead … Read more
Elon Musk’s net worth has surpassed $400 billion, reaching $440 billion after a SpaceX share buyback valued the company at $350 billion. This $50 billion boost solidifies his position as the world’s richest person, according to Bloomberg. Musk’s wealth, mostly driven by Tesla and SpaceX, surged after Trump’s November election win. Tesla’s stock rose 65 … Read more
Russia has issued a caution to its citizens against traveling to the United States and other Western nations, alleging that they risk being “targeted” by authorities in those countries. Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, delivered the warning during a press briefing on Wednesday, citing strained relations with the U.S. as … Read more
Syrian rebel forces have destroyed the tomb of former president Hafez al-Assad, father of ousted president Bashar al-Assad, in their hometown of Qardaha. The move follows a swift and decisive offensive led by Islamist group Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS), which toppled the Assad dynasty’s 54-year rule. Verified videos show armed rebels chanting as they set … Read more
A Russian missile strike has claimed the lives of at least eight people and injured 22 others, including a child, in the southern Ukrainian city of Zaporizhzhia, according to local authorities. The Tuesday attack targeted a private clinic and residential buildings in the city centre, leaving five individuals feared trapped beneath the rubble, police said. … Read more
A new UNICEF report shows progress in birth registration, with nearly 80 percent of children under five registered in the past five years. However, 150 million children remain unregistered, lacking official recognition. UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell calls for stronger efforts to ensure every child is registered at birth. Birth registration is crucial for a … Read more
Police conducted a raid on the presidential office a week after President Yoon Suk Yeol’s failed attempt to impose martial law. Reports indicate that Yoon was not present during the raid. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To Congratulate Trump On Presidential Win Thousands Of ‘Trained’ Combatants … Read more
Hollywood actor Jamie Foxx has opened up about the medical emergency that led to his hospitalization in April of last year. During a Netflix special titled Jamie Foxx: What Had Happened Was…, recorded in Atlanta—the city where he fell ill—Foxx revealed he had suffered a “brain bleed that led to a stroke.” EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity … Read more
North Korea has strongly condemned South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol’s failed attempt to impose martial law, likening the move to a military coup and accusing him of pursuing a “fascist dictatorship.” Yoon made the surprising declaration last week, alleging that North Korea sympathizers were attempting to destabilize his government. His political future remains uncertain, … Read more
Google has released its most searched topics by Nigerians and it’s quite amazing how updated we are in the country. As the year ends, more Nigerians searched about the U.S. election, Nigeria’s new National Anthem, and the national electricity grid, according to Google. The 2024 Year in Search report highlighted popular searches, notable individuals, topics, … Read more
Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva is recovering well after undergoing surgery to address a brain bleed, according to his medical team. The 79-year-old was admitted to a hospital in Brasília on Monday after reporting a severe headache. An MRI scan revealed an intracranial haemorrhage, prompting his transfer to the Sírio-Libanês hospital in São … Read more
Israel has confirmed it conducted strikes against Syria’s naval fleet, causing significant damage. Earlier, video footage showing explosions at the port of Latakia, where numerous ships and parts of the port appear to have been extensively destroyed. The UK-based Syrian Observatory for Human Rights (SOHR) reports over 310 Israeli strikes since the collapse of the … Read more
New Zealand has revealed plans to ban greyhound racing, citing an “unacceptably high” injury rate among the dogs. The sport has faced long-standing criticism, with allegations of animal mistreatment and doping by some breeders. The government intends to phase out the industry over the next 20 months, providing time to rehome the racing dogs and … Read more
Former world champion cyclist Rohan Dennis has pleaded guilty to a charge following a tragic car incident in Australia that resulted in the death of his wife, fellow Olympian Melissa Hoskins. Hoskins passed away in hospital on December 30, 2023, after being struck by a vehicle driven by Dennis outside their Adelaide home. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Donald Trump praised the Prince of Wales as a “good-looking guy” following their weekend meeting in Paris. The US president-elect spoke warmly about Prince William during an interview with the New York Post, recounting their conversation and offering personal compliments. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As Deregulation Takes Effect Biden, Harris Set To … Read more
A 26-year-old man has been charged with murder in connection to last week’s fatal shooting of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in New York City. Luigi Mangione was apprehended on Monday at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania—about 280 miles west of New York City—after a customer recognized him from media reports. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs … Read more
No fewer than 110 elderly residents in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, have been brutally killed in a gang-led massacre, according to the National Human Rights Defence Network (RNDDH). The violence, cantered in the Wharf Jérémie area of Cité Soleil, was reportedly orchestrated by gang leader Monel Felix, also known as Mikano, following the death of his son … Read more
Police investigating the fatal shooting of healthcare executive Brian Thompson in New York City have expanded their search to Georgia, as they continue their pursuit of the fugitive gunman. Thompson, a UnitedHealthcare executive and father of two, was shot multiple times last week in Midtown Manhattan. The suspect fled the scene and is believed to … Read more
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol has been barred from leaving the country, the Ministry of Justice announced on Monday, following a tumultuous week in which he briefly imposed martial law, plunging the nation into political chaos. On December 3, Yoon deployed special forces and helicopters to parliament under martial law orders. However, lawmakers swiftly … Read more