At least 34 people have been confirmed dead in northern Mozambique following Cyclone Chido, described as “one of the most intense storms ever recorded” in the region, according to Mozambique’s National Institute of Risk and Disaster Management (INGD). The cyclone made landfall in Mozambique on Sunday, bringing catastrophic winds of up to 260 km/h (160 … Read more
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Port Vila, Vanuatu, on Tuesday, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake initially hit 37 kilometres (22.9 miles) from the capital at a depth of 10 kilometres (6.2 miles). EDITOR’S PICKS PDP Declares Ethiope East Federal Seat Vacant Following Ibori-Suenu’s Defection to APC Retired Principals Call … Read more
A Palestinian doctor, believed to be the last remaining orthopaedic surgeon in northern Gaza, was killed by Israeli tank fire, according to Palestinian officials. Dr. Sayeed Joudeh, a retired surgeon who returned to work during the ongoing conflict, died on Thursday while en route to al-Awda Hospital. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As … 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
Philippine authorities evacuated nearly 90,000 people after Mount Kanlaon on Negros Island erupted, spewing ash, lava, and rocks. Officials warned of possible further eruptions in the coming days. “This is very destructive and it can burn everything in its path, including vegetation, buildings and humans,” said Teresito Bacolcol, the head of seismology at the Philippine … 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
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reports, A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck Conchagua in El Salvador on Sunday night. The local authorities reported there were no immediate casualties or damage. The tremor, recorded at 9:50 PM (0350 GMT Sunday), had an epicenter located 95 miles (152 kilometers) southeast of San Salvador, along the coastline. READ … Read more