Russia has sentenced former Kursk governor Alexei Smirnov to 14 years in prison for corruption tied to the construction of defensive fortifications in the border region. A court in the Kursk region found Smirnov guilty of accepting more than $250,000 in kickbacks in exchange for awarding government contracts worth about $2.5 million. He was also…
A passenger aboard a Caribbean Airlines flight went into labor just moments before landing at John F. Kennedy International Airport on Saturday, April 5. The baby was delivered onboard Caribbean Airlines Flight 005 as the aircraft made its final approach into New York shortly before noon, according to air traffic control audio obtained by CBS…
At least 17 people have been confirmed dead following a fresh attack on a community in Benue State. The incident occurred in Mbalom, Gwer East Local Government Area, on Sunday, April 5—the same day residents were observing Easter, according to Premium Times. Local accounts indicate that gunmen invaded the community without warning and opened…
Bangladesh is experiencing a surge in suspected measles cases, with officials reporting that at least 98 children may have died over the past three weeks as authorities ramp up vaccination efforts. Data from the health ministry indicates that 6,476 children between six months and five years old have shown symptoms consistent with measles—a sharp rise…
Bola Ahmed Tinubu has approved a ₦3.3 trillion payment plan to settle long-standing debts in Nigeria’s power sector, in a move aimed at improving electricity supply and restoring investor confidence. The development was disclosed in a statement by presidential spokesperson Bayo Onanuga, who explained that the decision followed a review of legacy debts…
Seun Okinbaloye, a host on Channels Television, has stated that he is “not afraid” of Nyesom Wike following the minister’s controversial remarks. Wike had earlier sparked outrage after saying he would have “broken his TV screen and shot” the journalist over comments suggesting that a one-party system could endanger Nigeria’s democracy. The remark drew widespread…
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has instructed all Resident Electoral Commissioners (RECs) to suspend publicity and preparations for the planned nationwide voter revalidation exercise. The exercise was previously scheduled to commence on April 13, 2026, as part of efforts to update the voter register ahead of the 2027 general elections. In an earlier…
Blessing CEO Okoro has disappeared from Instagram following a heated interview in which a medical doctor challenged her cancer claims. Blessing, who describes herself as a relationship expert, appeared on Arise TV on April 4, where she was questioned about her health disclosures. During the interview, Adefunke Arowolo disputed several of Blessing’s statements, saying…
Kent Police have launched a murder investigation after a 19-year-old died in a suspected stabbing in the seaside town of Whitstable on Good Friday. Officers were called to Belmont Road following reports of a serious assault in the early hours of the morning. Emergency services arrived to find a युवक with injuries consistent with…
Donald Trump is pushing for $1.5 trillion in defense spending in the White House’s proposed fiscal 2027 budget, marking an increase of about 40 percent compared to 2026 levels. According to the proposal released on Friday, March 3, $1.1 trillion would be allocated directly to the United States Department of Defense, while an additional $350…
