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Former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, renowned for his dedication to international peace and humanitarian efforts, has passed away at the age of 100. He died in his hometown of Plains, Georgia, after spending nearly two years in hospice care. Early Life and Political Career Born on October 1, 1924, in Plains, Georgia, Carter began his…
In a significant legal development, President-elect Donald Trump has lost his appeal against the $5 million defamation verdict awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the jury’s decision, which found Trump liable for sexually abusing Carroll in a Manhattan department store during the mid-1990s and subsequently defaming her…
As 2024 draws to a close, U.S. stock markets are experiencing a notable downturn, with major indices retreating from their impressive annual gains. The S&P 500, which had surged approximately 25% this year, is now facing a December decline that threatens to undermine the anticipated “Santa Claus rally.” This recent slump is largely attributed to…
The U.S. women’s 4×100-meter relay team shone brightly at the Olympics, capturing the gold medal with a time of 41.01 seconds. The victorious team, featuring Tianna Bartoletta, Allyson Felix, English Gardner, and Tori Bowie, executed flawless baton exchanges and demonstrated exceptional speed to secure their second consecutive gold in this event. Allyson Felix’s fifth Olympic…
The State of Florida in the United States has taken a significant step in safeguarding the mental well-being of its youth by banning the use of social media by children under 14. Scheduled to be enforced from early 2025, this proactive measure aims to address the adverse effects of excessive social media consumption on the…
In a diplomatic overture, United States Secretary of State Anthony Blinken embarked on a pivotal visit to Nigeria, engaging in discussions that spanned a spectrum of critical subjects. The multifaceted dialogue covered areas such as food security, pharmaceuticals, climate action, blue economy development, science and technology, and regional security concerns within Nigeria and the broader…
In a pivotal decision, a Royal Court in Jersey, United States, has issued a ruling for the repatriation of stolen assets valued at £6.9 million ($8.9 million) to Nigeria. The funds, allegedly diverted by Nigerian government officials in 2014 under the guise of purchasing arms to combat Boko Haram terrorists, have been a subject of…
In a bid to fortify Nigeria’s maritime security, Minister of State for Defence, Bello Matawalle, presented two state-of-the-art unmanned water vessels to President Bola Tinubu. The Swift Ship Company in the United States generously donated these vessels—S2 and S3 Swift Sea Stalkers—marking a significant step forward in the fight against insecurity on Nigerian waterways. Henshaw…
In a significant development, a suspect in the long-standing mystery surrounding the murder of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur has been arrested and charged with murder. Duane “Keffe D” Davis, known to investigators as one of the prime suspects in the 1996 killing, was taken into custody on Friday. While Davis is not believed to be…
Former President Donald Trump has revealed an extensive set of immigration plans he intends to pursue if elected to a second term as President of the United States. In a speech delivered in Dubuque, Iowa, Trump outlined his vision for addressing immigration and border security issues: Trump emphasized that the 2024 election is a crucial…