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South Africa Hits Back: No Bowing to America
South Africa has clearly signaled that it will resist foreign pressure to change its domestic policies, asserting its right to...
Britain Accuses Putin, Hits Russia With Unprecedented GRU Ban
Britain’s decision to impose sanctions on Russia and target the GRU is being seen as a significant step in London’s...
‘Garbage’ – and Applause: The Bizarre Split Over Trump’s Attack on Somalis
President Donald Trump's insulting rhetoric labeling Somali immigrants "garbage" has cleaved the nation's capital into three distinct camps: roaring cheers...
South Korea Developing Real-Time App to Show Where Stalkers Are
In a groundbreaking move to combat a growing epidemic of stalking, South Korea is developing a powerful new mobile app...
New Anti-Kidnap Bill: Will Executions Save Nigeria or Break It?
Nigeria is again facing a hard debate as the country moves toward a stronger punishment system for kidnapping. Many people...
Guterres Blasts Israel Over Gaza Civilian Deaths
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has strongly criticized Israel’s military operations in Gaza, calling the conduct “fundamentally wrong” and expressing...
The Great Thai Scam Bust: Inside the Raid That Nabbed a $318 Million Fortune
In its most spectacular strike yet against international crime syndicates, Thailand has seized a colossal fortune worth over $318 million...
Nigeria’s Death Penalty Bill for Kidnappers Advances in Senate
In a drastic and controversial escalation of Nigeria's war on crime, a bill prescribing the mandatory death penalty for kidnappers...
Ukraine Peace Deal Stalled as Putin Pushes Back
Negotiations aimed at ending the war in Ukraine have hit a critical moment, with Russia signalling acceptance of some proposals...
General Musa Confirmed as Defence Minister
After a rigorous five-hour screening, General Christopher Musa has officially been confirmed as Nigeria’s new Minister of Defence. His confirmation...
Ransom Debate Explodes as FG Insists ‘We Never Pay Terrorists’
The debate over ransom payments has intensified as the Federal Government maintains that it does not negotiate with terrorists. From...
The Tennessee Test: How Republicans Survived a Massive Democratic Onslaught
Republicans have survived a massive, multi-million dollar Democratic onslaught to win a critical Tennessee congressional election, securing a vital victory...
Trump’s Says He Doesn’t Want Somalis in US, Orders Major ICE Operation
President Donald Trump has declared he does not want Somali immigrants in the United States, telling reporters they should "go...
American Dream Denied: US Cancels Citizenship Ceremonies for Select Immigrants
In a sweeping move that immigration advocates are calling a brutal denial of the American Dream, the United States has...
Hong Kong Launches High-Powered Probe Into Tower Block Inferno
Hong Kong's leader has announced a powerful, judge-led inquiry will investigate the city's deadliest fire in decades (a tower block...
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