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US Nigeria sign 2.1bn health deal

The United States and Nigeria have signed a landmark agreement worth about 2.1 billion dollars to strengthen health security, expand primary healthcare, and support long term self reliance in Nigeria’s health system. The deal is framed as a technical memorandum of understanding that deepens bilateral health cooperation and aims to build a more resilient system for all Nigerians.​ Under the agreement, both countries will work together to improve early detection, prevention, and control of infectious diseases, including HIV and tuberculosis. The partnership also covers stronger disease surveillance, faster outbreak response, and better support for frontline health workers across the country.​ The pact includes plans to upgrade laboratory systems and biosafety procedures for collecting, transporting, testing, storing, and disposing of pathogen samples. It will also help strengthen health data systems and ensure more reliable access to essential medicines and other health […]

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Putin: Russia May Stop War if Ukraine Holds Elections

Russian President Vladimir Putin has suggested that Moscow could halt its ongoing military operations in Ukraine if the Ukrainian government agrees to hold national elections. This statement comes amid continued fighting in multiple regions, with both sides reporting casualties and infrastructure damage. According to Kremlin officials, Putin’s remarks signal a potential opening for negotiations, though skepticism remains high in Kyiv and among Western allies. Ukrainian leaders have reiterated that any decision about elections or peace talks must preserve the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. Experts warn that while Putin’s announcement may appear conciliatory, it could also be a strategic move to pressure Ukraine politically. Holding elections in a war zone presents significant logistical and security challenges, and any such process would likely face scrutiny from international observers. The international community continues to call for dialogue and de-escalation. The United Nations […]

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Trump, Race, and the Fear Facing Families

A renewed wave of fear is spreading across communities of color in the United States as critics accuse Donald Trump and his allies of pushing policies that target the most vulnerable. What once sounded like extreme rhetoric is now being described as a lived reality for many families. Central to the concern are reports that children from communities of color are being removed from homes where they had already been placed and then absorbed into systems with little public visibility. Families and advocates say children are taken without clear explanations, leaving relatives struggling to find answers about their whereabouts. Human rights groups warn that these actions mirror past practices widely condemned for racial bias and lack of accountability. They argue that the pattern suggests enforcement policies are not applied equally, creating fear in some communities while others remain untouched. Supporters […]

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Deportation fears push undocumented US parents to assign guardians for their kids

A growing number of undocumented migrants in the United States are formally granting legal guardianship of their children to trusted allies, as fears of detention and deportation intensify. The arrangements are meant to ensure that children are not left abandoned or forced into foster care if their parents are suddenly removed from the country.​ Under these agreements, parents sign documents giving another adult power of attorney to act on their behalf in schools, hospitals and courts, while still retaining parental custody rights. Lawyers and advocacy groups say interest in guardianship and emergency planning has grown sharply as immigration enforcement has tightened and legal migration options have narrowed.​ One 32 year old Guatemalan mother in Miami said she decided to appoint a legal guardian because she fears never returning home from work one day if she is detained by immigration officers. […]

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Trump halts US green card lottery over security fears

The Trump administration has suspended the United States Diversity Immigrant Visa Programme, widely known as the green card lottery, citing security concerns after recent deadly shootings. Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced that, on President Donald Trump’s directive, the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services has been ordered to pause the programme.​ The Diversity Visa scheme offers up to about 50,000 permanent resident visas each year to people from countries with historically low levels of immigration to the US, many of them in Africa. Beneficiaries are selected through an electronic lottery and can later apply for full green cards and, eventually, citizenship.​ Officials linked the suspension to an ongoing investigation into shootings at Brown University and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, where the suspected gunman is reported to have entered the US through the lottery programme and later obtained permanent […]

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Australia to tighten hate speech laws after Bondi attack

Australia’s government has announced tougher measures against hate speech in the wake of a deadly attack at Bondi Beach that targeted a Jewish community event. Speaking in Canberra, Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said the new approach aims to curb hate, division and radicalisation, following Sunday’s shooting during celebrations marking the first day of Hanukkah, which left 15 people dead. Authorities say the attack was ideologically motivated and has heightened concerns about antisemitism and violent extremism in the country. Under the proposed reforms, new legislation will strengthen penalties for hate-related offences, including the creation of a federal crime of aggravated hate speech. Courts will also be required to consider hate as an aggravating factor when sentencing crimes involving online threats and harassment. Religious leaders or public figures who incite violence could face additional sanctions. The government also plans to expand the […]

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Trump tells Americans ‘the best is yet to come’ ahead of national address

President Donald Trump has told Americans that “the best is yet to come” as he prepares to deliver a nationally televised address from the White House, promising to outline what he sees as major achievements and future plans for the country. The primetime speech, scheduled for Wednesday at 9 p.m. Eastern Time, comes as recent polls show growing public dissatisfaction with his handling of the economy and cost of living.​ In a social media post announcing the address, Trump said it had been “a great year” for the United States and insisted that better days lie ahead. He is expected to use the speech to defend his economic agenda, immigration policies and security measures, while arguing that his administration is steering the country towards renewed prosperity.​ The president is likely to emphasise job creation, stock market gains and efforts to […]

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US seizes Nigerian owned supertanker over suspected crude theft

The United States Coast Guard, working with the US Navy, has intercepted and seized a Nigerian owned supertanker named Skipper over allegations of crude oil theft and other transnational crimes. The 20 year old Very Large Crude Carrier, which has long operated in West African and South American waters, was taken under US law enforcement authority after a multi agency investigation raised red flags about its movements and cargo records.​ US security officials said intelligence reports linked the Skipper to suspected crude theft, piracy and possible drug trafficking across several jurisdictions. Beyond concerns over stolen oil, investigators are probing whether the vessel was moving a large consignment of hard drugs and funnelling proceeds through illicit financial networks.​ The tanker is said to be owned and managed in practice by Lagos based Thomarose Global Ventures Ltd, although its registered owner is […]

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Plane hits car during emergency highway landing in Florida

A small multi‑engine plane crashed into traffic on a busy Florida highway during an emergency landing, injuring a woman in a car on the road. Authorities said the Beechcraft 55 twin‑engine aircraft came down on the southbound lanes of Interstate 95 near Cocoa in Brevard County on Monday night.​ Florida Highway Patrol reported that the 27‑year‑old pilot attempted an emergency landing after a double engine failure. As the plane descended, it struck a Toyota Camry being driven in the center lane, leaving the 57‑year‑old driver with minor injuries.​ Rescue officials said two people were on board the plane and both escaped without serious injury. The injured driver was transported to hospital, and no other vehicles were reported damaged in the incident.​ Flight records show the plane, registered to Tailwinds Flying LLC of Merritt Island, took off from Merritt Island and […]

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Trump questions Netflix’s $72bn Warner Bros deal over market dominance concerns

US President Donald Trump has signaled possible concerns about Netflix’s plan to acquire Warner Brothers Discovery’s movie studio and HBO streaming networks in a deal worth $72 billion. Speaking at an event in Washington DC, he noted that Netflix already holds a significant share of the market and suggested that combining the two companies “could be a problem.” Netflix and Warner Brothers announced on Friday that they had reached an agreement to bring major franchises such as Harry Potter and Game of Thrones under Netflix’s umbrella, a move that would reshape the global entertainment landscape. The deal still requires approval from competition regulators. The BBC has contacted Netflix, Warner Bros, and the White House for comment. Netflix, which began in 1997 as a DVD-by-mail service, has grown into the world’s largest subscription streaming platform. If approved, the merger would solidify […]

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