A sanctioned vessel exits strategic waters, raising questions over enforcement. A U.S.-sanctioned tanker linked to China has exited the Strait of Hormuz without interception, testing the effectiveness of the blockade ordered by Donald Trump. The vessel, identified as the Rich Starry, reportedly sailed out of the strait early Tuesday after initially appearing to reverse course…
The veteran goalkeeper prepares for a defining clash against Europe’s most feared side. Manuel Neuer is set for what could be his final major showdown with Real Madrid as Bayern Munich host the Champions League quarter-final second leg. Bayern head into the decisive clash with a 2-1 advantage from the first leg in Madrid, where…
Leeds stun Old Trafford with historic win and early dominance. Manchester United fell to a surprising 2-1 home defeat against Leeds United, with a controversial red card for Lisandro Martínez adding to a difficult night. Leeds took control early in the Premier League clash. Noah Okafor opened the scoring within five minutes and doubled the…
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…
