Grammy-winning country songwriter Brett James, famous for co-writing “Jesus, Take the Wheel,” died in a plane crash on September 18, 2025. He was 57. The small aircraft crashed in Franklin, North Carolina. Authorities confirmed that no one survived. His wife, Melody Carole, and her daughter, Meryl Maxwell Wilson, were also on board. The Federal Aviation…
Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger has jumped into the political fray over control of U.S. House districts. He publicly urged voters to reject Proposition 50, a ballot measure backed by Governor Gavin Newsom. The proposal seeks to replace California’s independent redistricting commission temporarily so that Democratic lawmakers can draw new district maps designed to favor…
Kamala Harris’s forthcoming memoir 107 Days, marks her most revealing political account yet. She writes of the shock, emotion, and chaos after President Biden withdrew from the race and she launched a rapid campaign against Donald Trump. In those intense 107 days, Harris says she finally stopped suppressing frustrations, owning mistakes, and speaking bluntly about…
President Bola Tinubu lifted the six-month state of emergency in Rivers State on September 17, 2025. Siminalayi Fubara, the governor who had been suspended, his deputy, and the state legislature will resume their duties. The emergency rule began on March 18, 2025, after tensions between the governor and the state House of Assembly stalled the…
Authorities discovered a decomposed body inside a Tesla impounded at a tow yard in Hollywood, Los Angeles, after someone smelled a strong foul odor coming from the vehicle. The Tesla belongs to David Anthony Burke, known professionally as d4vd. The Los Angeles County Medical Examiner identified the body as 15-year-old Celeste Rivas. She had gone…
Starbucks workers in Illinois, Colorado, and California filed lawsuits, claiming the coffee chain violated state labor laws when it changed its dress code without reimbursing employees for the required new clothing. The lawsuits argue that Starbucks mandated solid black shirts, specific bottoms, waterproof footwear in muted tones, and imposed limits on facial piercings and body…
A Nigerian man named Farouk Adekunle Adepoju, living in the United Kingdom, faces serious charges for allegedly hacking into systems belonging to a U.S. university contractor and diverting over US$235,000 to a fraudulent bank account. U.S. prosecutors unsealed a seven-count indictment in the Western District of Pennsylvania. He now awaits extradition. How the Fraud Allegedly…
Nigerian footballers continue to make headlines on and off the pitch in 2025, not just for their performances but also for the impressive contracts they command. From Europe’s biggest clubs to emerging powerhouses, Nigerian stars are proving their worth with remarkable salaries and endorsement deals. This year’s list of the top five highest-paid players showcases…
Manchester City opened their Champions League group stage in style by defeating Napoli 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium. Erling Haaland scored in the 56th minute, becoming the fastest player ever to reach 50 Champions League goals, a milestone he achieved in only 49 appearances. He headed in a clever flick from Phil Foden to break…
Barcelona opened their Champions League campaign with a 2-1 win over Newcastle United at St James’ Park. Missing key players like Lamine Yamal, Alejandro Balde, and Gavi due to injury, Barcelona faced high pressure early on. Newcastle pressed hard and looked dangerous, but Joan Garcia made a crucial early save to keep the score level….
