Biden, 82, undergoes Mohs surgery for skin cancer on his head Diagnosed with advanced prostate cancer in May, now affecting his bones Ex-President says battling cancer reveals unexpected strength in tough times Former US President Joe Biden recently had surgery to remove skin cancer, his spokesperson has confirmed. According to Eko Hot Blog, the 82-year-old … Read more
Jimmy Carter, former US President and Nobel Peace Prize winner, dies at 100. Tributes from Joe Biden and Donald Trump highlight Carter’s humility and service. Carter’s post-presidential humanitarian work restored his legacy after a challenging White House term. Joe Biden and Donald Trump have both paid tribute to former US President and Nobel … Read more
US Reaffirms Support for Migrants and Refugees on International Migrants Day US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has emphasized America’s ongoing commitment to supporting migrants and refugees by improving local systems, creating legal migration opportunities, and enhancing emergency responses. Blinken highlighted how these efforts not only address global challenges but also bolster US national security, … Read more
US President Joe Biden has granted presidential pardons to 39 Americans convicted of non-violent crimes and commuted the sentences of nearly 1,500 others, marking the largest single-day use of presidential clemency in U.S. history, according to the White House. The names of the individuals involved have not been disclosed. Under the U.S. Constitution, presidents have … Read more
President Joe Biden is considering issuing preemptive pardons for several prominent individuals who may face potential retribution from the incoming Trump administration. Anthony Fauci, the former White House special advisor on COVID-19, and former Republican lawmaker Liz Cheney, a vocal opponent of Donald Trump, are among those reportedly being considered for these unprecedented pardons. Trump … Read more
Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov cautioned that Moscow could resort to “even stronger military means” in its war with Ukraine if the United States and its allies persist in testing Russia’s patience. He argued that the West, particularly the US, lacks “common sense” and fails to appreciate Russia’s resolve to protect its core national … Read more
United States President Joe Biden pardoned his son, Hunter Biden, despite his earlier pledge to stay out of judicial proceedings against his son, who pleaded guilty to tax violations and was convicted on firearms-related charges. According to Reuters, Biden granted “a full and unconditional” pardon to Hunter Biden for any offenses committed between January 1, … Read more
President Joe Biden has granted an official pardon to his son Hunter Biden, who was facing sentencing in two criminal cases. The decision marks a reversal from Biden’s previous stance against clemency for his son. In a statement, the president defended his actions, stating that Hunter had been “singled out” and describing the cases as … Read more
A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect early Wednesday, following an announcement by U.S. President Joe Biden that a deal to end the “devastating” conflict had been finalized. The agreement aims to halt nearly 14 months of cross-border fighting that has claimed thousands of lives. The truce, which began at 4 a.m. local time … Read more
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly planning to reinstate a controversial military policy targeting transgender service members when he takes office in January 2025. Sources suggest the executive order, expected on his first day in office, will mandate the discharge of all transgender personnel from the United States military, potentially affecting around 15,000 individuals. EDITOR’S PICKS … Read more
Ukraine has reportedly launched U.S.-supplied ATACMS missiles into Russia’s Bryansk region, according to the Russian Defence Ministry. The strike, which occurred on the 1,000th day of the war, represents a significant escalation just two days after the Biden administration authorized Kyiv to use the long-range missiles on Russian territory. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise … Read more
Chinese President Xi Jinping has expressed a commitment to collaborating with incoming U.S. President Donald Trump following his final meeting with outgoing leader Joe Biden. The two leaders convened on Saturday at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit in Peru, where they reflected on the “ups and downs” of U.S.-China relations during Biden’s tenure. Despite … Read more
U.S. President-elect Donald Trump was welcomed to the White House on Wednesday by outgoing President Joe Biden in a traditional transition meeting. The Oval Office meeting followed a fiercely contested election season, during which Biden exited the race in the summer after a challenging debate with Trump. EDITOR’S PICKS Electricity Meter Costs Rise Again As … Read more
Former Vice President Kamala Harris’s communications director, Jamal Simmons, recently suggested that President Joe Biden should consider stepping down to allow Harris to become the first female president. Speaking on CNN’s State of the Union, Simmons praised Biden’s leadership and proposed that he could fulfill a final promise by resigning, describing him as a “transitional … Read more
U.S. President Joe Biden addressed the nation on Thursday, making his first public remarks following Donald Trump’s election victory over Kamala Harris, Biden’s Vice President and former presidential rival. “On January 20, we will have a peaceful transfer of power,” Biden said in the Rose Garden of the White House. “We have 74 days to go. … Read more
United States President Joe Biden is expected to call President-elect Donald Trump to congratulate him on his victory in the recent presidential election. EDITOR’S PICKS NASU, SSANU Strike Nears End As FG Promises Payment Resolution Eredo LCDA Shares Update on Lawal Street Road Construction in Odomola Withdraw Tax Reform Bill From NASS – NEC Urges … Read more
Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris on Wednesday worked to distance herself from comments made by U.S. President Joe Biden, which seemed to characterize supporters of Republican Donald Trump as “garbage.” Biden sparked significant controversy with his remarks during a campaign call on Tuesday, addressing a recent dispute that emerged after a speaker at a Trump … Read more
U.S. President Joe Biden has commended President Bola Tinubu for releasing an executive of Binance Holdings, Tigran Gambaryan who was on trial in Nigeria for alleged money laundering and currency speculations. The Minister of Foreign Affairs Yusuf Tuggar told journalists at the State House in Abuja on Tuesday that the two leaders also discussed areas … Read more
U.S. President Joe Biden has formally apologized to Native Americans for the government’s involvement in forcibly separating Indigenous children from their families and placing them in abusive boarding schools. Biden issued the long-requested apology on Friday during his first visit to Native lands, describing the boarding school abuses as a “stain on American history.” EDITOR’S … Read more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky expressed optimism that the war with Russia could end sooner than anticipated. “I believe we are closer to peace than we think, but we must remain strong,” he told ABC News. Zelensky plans to present a strategy to U.S. President Joe Biden that will focus on strengthening Ukraine’s military, rather than … Read more