A strong quake shakes Nevada, triggering aftershocks but no immediate damage reports. A magnitude 5.7 earthquake struck near Silver Springs on Monday evening, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The quake hit at about 6:30 p.m. local time, with its epicenter located roughly 11 miles southeast of Silver Springs in Lyon County. The…
Tensions rise as nuclear demands stall fragile negotiations. The United States has proposed a 20-year suspension of uranium enrichment by Iran, as talks to ease escalating tensions between the two countries hit a major roadblock. Donald Trump confirmed that Iran’s nuclear programme remains the central issue preventing a breakthrough. According to sources familiar with the…
Conflicting accounts emerge after deadly military air strikes in northeast Nigeria. The Yobe State Government has defended recent military air strikes, saying Jilli community is a known Boko Haram stronghold, amid reports of civilian casualties. Security Adviser Brigadier General Dahiru Abdulsalam (retd.) clarified that the incident occurred in Jilli, a border area in Borno State,…
The Pope doubles down on his message of peace amid rising global tensions. Pope Leo XIV has responded firmly to criticism from Donald Trump, saying he has “no fear” of the U.S. administration and will continue to speak out against war. Speaking during a visit to Algeria, the Pope said his mission is guided by…
You don’t need a cup of imported coffee to power through Monday. Nigeria’s food culture has had the answer all along. Monday mornings are ruthless. The alarm goes off, the week stretches out ahead, and the body is still negotiating with the weekend. Millions of people around the world reach for coffee — but in…
City’s dominant second half puts pressure on Arsenal in the title race. Manchester City boosted their Premier League title hopes with a commanding 3-0 win over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, cutting the gap to leaders Arsenal to six points. After a slow first half, City took control early in the second period. Rayan Cherki delivered…
The numbers are rising. The fatality rate is higher than last year. And most Nigerians still remain unaware of the warning signs. A Deadlier Season Nigeria is in the grip of one of its most alarming Lassa fever seasons in years. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has confirmed that deaths from…
A historic vote reshapes Hungary’s political future and its role in Europe. Peter Magyar has won Hungary’s parliamentary election in a landslide, ending the 16-year rule of Viktor Orban. Official results show Magyar’s centre-right Tisza party securing 138 of 199 seats, giving it a powerful two-thirds majority in parliament. The victory allows Magyar to amend…
A public clash between political and religious leaders highlights deep divisions on war and policy. Donald Trump has launched a sharp attack on Pope Leo XIV, calling him “weak on crime” and “terrible for foreign policy” in a lengthy post on Truth Social. The comments came after the pope criticised recent U.S. rhetoric and actions…
Major anti-drug operations uncover large-scale networks across multiple Nigerian states. The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has arrested a 93-year-old man and a 69-year-old medical doctor in a sweeping crackdown on drug trafficking across Nigeria. The intelligence-led operations, conducted in states including Lagos, Ogun, Abia, Edo, and the Federal Capital Territory, led to significant…
