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…
Tensions surge as the U.S. moves to restrict one of the world’s most critical oil routes. Donald Trump has announced a naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz following the collapse of high-level talks with Iran. In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the decision takes effect immediately and targets all vessels entering or…
Marie-Louise Eta breaks new ground as she takes charge of Union Berlin’s men’s team. Union Berlin have appointed Marie-Louise Eta as interim head coach, making her the first woman to manage a men’s team in one of Europe’s top five leagues. The 34-year-old will lead the Bundesliga side until the end of the season following…
Fury returns from retirement with a dominant win as a blockbuster British clash looms. Tyson Fury made a powerful return to boxing after a 16-month retirement, defeating Arslanbek Makhmudov by unanimous decision at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London. The former heavyweight champion controlled the fight from start to finish, earning wide scorecards of 120-108, 120-108,…
