Israel and Hamas announced a deal on Wednesday allowing at least 50 hostages and scores of Palestinian prisoners to be freed, while offering besieged Gaza residents a four-day truce after…
Month: November 2023
What to know about Hamas leader in Gaza Yahya Sinwar
Yahya Sinwar has disappeared. Hardly surprising when thousands of Israeli troops backed by drones, electronic eavesdropping devices and human informants, are all trying to discover his whereabouts. Sinwar, who has…
Brazil records hottest ever temperature
Brazil, which is currently experiencing a heatwave a month before start of the summer season, has recorded its highest ever temperature of 44.8 degrees Celsius (112.6F). The highest-ever temperature was…
Nicki Minaj reacts to Nigerian fan’s complaint
A Nicki Minaj fan in Nigeria, Ramat Victory, has said she was overwhelmed after the star responded to one of her posts on X. Ramat Victory had expressed disappointment that…
Guinea junta orders probe into ex-president Conde for treason
Guinea’s junta has ordered a probe into toppled president Alpha Conde—the country’s first democratically elected leader—for treason, following ongoing investigations into alleged killings, torture, kidnapping and rape. Conde, who was…
Stampede kills 37 during army recruitment in Brazzaville
Thirty-seven youths were killed in a stampede overnight during an army recruitment drive in a stadium in Brazzaville, the capital of the Republic of Congo, officials said on Tuesday. Last…
African Union congratulates Liberia’s Boakai on his election
The African Union said Monday it “congratulates” Joseph Boakai for his election as president of Liberia, while it “hails the statesmanship” of incumbent George Weah, who conceded in defeat. Veteran…
Mendy to sue Man City for unpaid wages
Former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy is set to sue the Premier League champions after claiming he is owed millions of pounds in unpaid wages. Mendy will take City to…
Traditional Worship Leader Arrested After Challenging Pastor’s 50-Day Fasting Claim; Transferred to Abuja Amidst Controversy
In a video shared on Monday, over seven operatives of the Nigerian Police Force attached to the Anambra State Command stormed a community town hall in Nkpor near Onitsha, where crowd gathered to arrest Ezeaku.
FULL LIST: Burna Boy, Rema win inaugural Billboard Afrobeats awards
Nigerian star Burna Boy now has a Billboard Music Award to add to his growing collection. The singer, who won his first Grammy earlier this year, has been named the…
Predicted Auction Revenue for Messi’s 2022 World Cup Jerseys Surpasses $10 Million
A set of six jerseys that Lionel Messi wore during Argentina’s victorious 2022 World Cup run will be auctioned in December, Sotheby’s announced Monday, estimating their value at more than $10 million.
Torrential rains kill 21 in Dominican Republic
At least 21 people have died in the Dominican Republic after heavy rain over the weekend which displaced thousands of residents, officials say. An investigation has been launched after nine…
Prolific British actor Joss Ackland dies at 95
British actor Joss Ackland has died at the age of 95, his family said in a statement. The prolific stage and screen actor, who has been in more than 100…
Microsoft hires sacked OpenAI boss Sam Altman
Sam Altman is joining Microsoft, the tech-giant has announced, ending speculation he might return to OpenAI just 48 hours after his chaotic ousting. Microsoft chief executive Satya Nadella wrote on…
China women’s football coach Shui sacked over Olympic failure
China women’s football coach Shui Qingxia has been sacked for failing to guide them to next year’s Paris Olympics, the football association said on Monday. The former international player, the…