Years after Argentina closed the notorious Luján Zoo, authorities have finally begun rescuing over 1,000 stranded animals. The group includes lions, tigers, bears, and elephants that lived in poor conditions since the zoo’s 2020 shutdown for safety and welfare violations. Massive Animal Rescue Operation Underway The government announced that the rescue mission started earlier this…
King Charles III has officially removed all remaining royal titles from his brother, Prince Andrew, and ordered him to vacate his residence at Royal Lodge. The Palace announced that Andrew will now be known as Andrew Mountbatten Windsor, ending his use of “Prince,” “Duke of York,” and related honours. The formal notice to surrender his…
A California museum suffered a devastating theft when thieves broke into an off-site storage facility and stole more than 1,000 items. The raid occurred early on October 15, 2025, at an Oakland Museum of California storage unit. The missing pieces include metalwork jewelry, Native American baskets, scrimshaw walrus tusks, campaign pins, athletic trophies, and historical…
The Group Chief Executive Officer (GCEO) of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd.), Mr. Bashir Bayo Ojulari, has assured Nigerians that the company is taking firm steps to restore full operations at the Warri, Port Harcourt, and Kaduna refineries. He emphasized that the ongoing technical and commercial review would ensure long-term efficiency, profitability,…
Millions of Americans could face disruptions in essential services as federal food benefits and preschool aid are at risk. If the current government shutdown continues, these programs may stop as early as Saturday. Low-income families and children relying on federal support could see immediate consequences. Agencies responsible for distributing benefits warn that delays or gaps…
Former Minister of State for Petroleum Resources and ex-Governor of Bayelsa State, Chief Timipre Sylva, has firmly denied any involvement in the alleged coup plot under investigation by Nigerian security agencies. Moreover, he described the rumors as politically motivated. These claims, he said, aim to damage his reputation ahead of the 2027 elections. Details of…
On October 28, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump met with Japan’s newly elected Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, in Tokyo. This event marked a key moment in U.S.-Japan relations. Takaichi is Japan’s first female prime minister and a conservative aligned with former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. During the meeting, both leaders focused on strengthening trade and…
Nigeria, France, and Italy have joined forces to launch the Common Operational Partnership (COP Nigeria), a project designed to fight human trafficking more effectively. The initiative, unveiled in Abuja with European Union (EU) support, aims to strengthen the National Agency for the Prohibition of Trafficking in Persons (NAPTIP) and boost cross-border collaboration. EU Backs Nigeria’s…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has signed new instruments of release to grant pardon and clemency to selected individuals. Before final approval, he ordered a review of the list after consulting the Council of State and receiving public feedback. He acted under his powers in Section 175(1) & (2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended). Removal…
On Wednesday, the National Assembly approved President Bola Tinubu’s request to secure $2.347 billion from the international capital market. The funds will help part-finance the 2025 budget deficit and refinance maturing Eurobonds. Therefore, the government can meet critical fiscal obligations while stabilizing the economy. $500 Million Sovereign Sukuk to Fund Infrastructure Additionally, the Assembly approved…
