Prof Adedimeji appointed NAHCOM board member
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Prof Mahfouz Adedimeji as a board member of the National Hajj Commission (NAHCOM). This...
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Tinubu appoints Prof Adedimeji NAHCOM board member
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Prof Mahfouz Adedimeji as a board member of the National Hajj Commission (NAHCOM). This...
Tinubu appoints Prof Adedimeji NAHCOM board member
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has appointed Prof Mahfouz Adedimeji as a board member of the National Hajj Commission (NAHCOM). This...
Taiwan battles wave of disinformation in presidential election
A surge of disinformation, ranging from deepfakes to sensational TikTok videos, is sweeping through Taiwan just days before the crucial...
Mass wedding defies economic hardships for 122 Hindu couples in Pakistan
In a dazzling spectacle under a chequered marquee adorned with chandeliers, 122 Hindu couples, facing financial constraints preventing them from...
Victor Osimhen aims to heal Nigerian hearts with Africa Cup of Nations triumph
Napoli's Victor Osimhen, recently crowned African Player of the Year, seeks redemption for Nigerian supporters after the heartbreaking World Cup...
Kinmen Island prepares for crucial presidential election
Residents of Kinmen, a strategically located island just seven kilometers from the Chinese mainland, are gearing up for a pivotal...
European journeyman finds success in Cambodian football
Antoine Lemarie, a 27-year-old midfielder, has soared to new heights by securing his first professional football contract and gaining online...
Bottled water contains up to 100 times more microplastics — Study reveals
In a groundbreaking report published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences on Monday, scientists uncover alarming levels...
Oil Prices plummet as Saudi Aramco slashes rates
Oil prices experienced a significant decline on Monday, dropping around four percent in response to Saudi Aramco's abrupt decision to...
Taiwan’s presidential frontrunner accuses Beijing of unprecedented election interference
Taiwan's vice president, Lai Ching-te, leading in the upcoming presidential election, has alleged that Beijing is employing an extensive range...
Top US diplomat in crisis talks as Gaza war escalates
Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Tel Aviv on Monday for a critical meeting with Israeli leaders amid escalating...
Djokovic’s pursuit of 25th Grand Slam faces threats from rising star Alcaraz, lingering wrist woes
As Novak Djokovic gears up for the Australian Open, his quest for an unprecedented 25th Grand Slam title faces formidable...
Massive turnout as Black Nazarene parade resumes in Manila
Hundreds of thousands of Catholic faithful converged on the streets of the Philippine capital on Tuesday to witness the historic...
Nigeria: Cholera outbreak in Zambia claims 222 lives with cases surging to 5,462
In a grim update from the Zambian health ministry on Monday, the death toll from the ongoing cholera outbreak has...
Right-wing extremist Anders Behring Breivik deems prison conditions “suicidal” as trial against Norwegian State unfolds
Anders Behring Breivik, infamous for the 2011 massacre that claimed 77 lives, expressed his distress over what he considers "inhumane"...
Alleged crimes against humanity: Gambia’s former interior minister faces trial in Switzerland
Ousman Sonko, Gambia's former interior minister, appeared before Switzerland's Federal Criminal Court in Bellinzona on Monday, denying charges of crimes...
Macron faces critical decision as French cabinet reshuffle looms
French President Emmanuel Macron is poised for a much-anticipated cabinet reshuffle, putting Prime Minister Elisabeth Borne's position at stake. The...
Boeing shares plummet as 737 MAX incident raises safety concerns, threatens company’s recovery
Shares of Boeing experienced a sharp decline on Monday following a terrifying mid-flight incident involving an Alaska Airlines flight, intensifying...
Russian strikes kill 4 across Ukraine
A wave of Russian strikes claimed the lives of four individuals in various regions of Ukraine on Monday. Officials reported...
Indian Supreme Court orders 11 murderers in gang rape case to return to jail
India's top court has mandated that 11 individuals, previously convicted for their roles in a notorious gang rape that garnered...
VinFast accelerates global ambitions with $2b investment in electric vehicle factory in India
VinFast, Vietnam's leading car manufacturer, has unveiled plans to construct its maiden electric vehicle (EV) factory in India, marking a...
Japan Earthquake: Hundreds still missing, death toll rises to 168
The number of individuals unaccounted for in the aftermath of Japan's New Year's Day earthquake has surged to 323, marking...
Alleged espionage unveiled as China accuses foreign consultant of spying for MI6
China's Ministry of State Security (MSS) revealed on Monday that a foreign consultancy's leader, identified as Huang, had been conducting...
Private American spacecraft sets course for Moon
The United Launch Alliance's Vulcan Centaur rocket, on its maiden voyage, propelled Astrobotic's Peregrine Lunar Lander into space from Cape...
Sheikh Hasina secures 5th term
Bangladesh's Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina clinched re-election for an unprecedented fifth term on Sunday, overcoming a major opposition boycott led...
Bangladeshi elections: 5th term for prime minister amid opposition boycott, allegations
Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is set to secure her fifth term in office, as election officials began counting votes...
Israeli airstrike kills 2 Journalists in Gaza
An Israeli airstrike in the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip led to the death of two journalists, identified as Mustafa Thuria and...
Jordan’s King urges urgent ceasefire in Gaza
In a critical meeting on Sunday, King Abdullah II of Jordan pressed US Secretary of State Antony Blinken to advocate...
European Council President Charles Michel to step down
Belgian politician Charles Michel has caught the political sphere by surprise with his announcement to step down as the European...
Nadal withdraws from Australian open due to muscle tear, future in doubt
Spanish tennis legend Rafael Nadal has withdrawn from the upcoming Australian Open after revealing a "micro tear on a muscle."...
Japan pledges strong support for Ukraine
Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa declared unwavering support for Ukraine during a surprise visit to Kyiv on Sunday, just days...
Boeing’s 737 MAX 9 fleet grounded worldwide after emergency landing, safety concerns
The Federal Aviation Administration mandates inspections for all Boeing 737 MAX 9 planes, impacting 171 aircraft globally. The US air...
Gaza marks 4th month of tragedy
In the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, the besieged Gaza Strip endured another wave of violence on Sunday, with Israeli airstrikes killing...
7.5 magnitude earthquake hits Japan, death toll reaches126
In the aftermath of a devastating 7.5 magnitude earthquake that struck the Ishikawa region of Japan's main Honshu island on...
Blinken holds high-stakes talks with Turkey
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken has engaged in discussions with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday, addressing the...
North Korea escalates military tensions with 60+ artillery rounds near Yeonpyeong Island
North Korea fired over 60 artillery rounds near Yeonpyeong Island on Saturday, following live-fire drills conducted by both sides near...
Gambia Welcomes Dignitaries to Janjangbureh 200 Bicentenary Commemoration
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Gambian govt sets sail for enhanced connectivity with 2 new Kunta Kinteh-type ferries
The Gambian government has initiated the tendering process for the design and construction of two Kunta Kinteh-type ferries. The announcement...
Aiden Markram’s dazzling century fails to halt India’s march towards series-equalizing victory
Aiden Markram's scintillating century couldn't shield South Africa from the impending threat of an Indian triumph at Newlands on Thursday....
Rafael Nadal dominates Brisbane International, advances to ¼ finals
In a remarkable display of skill and resilience, tennis legend Rafael Nadal surged into the quarter-finals of the Brisbane International...
Bangladesh Prime Minister’s drive to secure father’s legacy sparks concerns
Bangladeshi Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is intensifying efforts to cement her father's legacy, transforming the late Sheikh Mujibur Rahman into...
Russia’s intensive strikes on Ukrainian cities test defense limits
Russia has targeted major Ukrainian cities with nearly 300 missiles and over 200 explosive drones, prompting concerns over the effectiveness...
New York judge ynseals names tied to Jeffrey Epstein
A New York judge initiated the unsealing of identities linked to the notorious financier Jeffrey Epstein on Wednesday. Among those...
Chaos unleashed as Israeli strikes devastate Gaza
In a night of relentless Israeli airstrikes, Gaza faced a devastating toll with dozens dead and over 100 wounded, escalating...
Twin bomb blasts shake Iran, kill 103
Twin bomb blasts has rocked the southern Iranian city of Kerman. The incident on Wednesday killed at least 103 people...
Japan quake toll rises to 62
In the aftermath of a powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake that struck Ishikawa prefecture on January 1, Japanese rescuers are engaged in...
Anxiety prevails as Asian markets tumble
Asian markets witness a significant downturn on Wednesday, mirroring the global trend. Traders are retracting from their positions, redirecting their...
Junior doctors begins strike in England
Junior doctors in England embarked on their lengthiest consecutive strike, lasting six days and marking a significant chapter in the...
Kenya’s president Ruto pledges to strengthen ties with Somalia, South Sudan
President William Ruto has declared Kenya's unwavering commitment to enhancing cooperation with Somalia and South Sudan. The announcement came following...