Russia bans Clooney Foundation
AFP Russia’s prosecutor general on Monday said it had banned a foundation started by US film star George Clooney and his human rights lawyer wife Amal. “The activities of The…
Businesses, rights defenders decry Pakistan internet slowdown
AFP Pakistan’s government is throttling the internet and social media while it tests new controls to crush dissent, activists and business leaders say, putting the country’s economic recovery at risk.…
UN warns of ‘unacceptable’ level of violence against aid workers
AFP GENEVA – The United Nations on Monday condemned the “unacceptable” level of violence becoming commonplace against humanitarian workers, a record 280 of whom were killed worldwide in 2023. And…
Indian PM Modi to visit Ukraine: foreign ministry
AFP Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Ukraine, the foreign ministry said Monday, weeks after Kyiv condemned him for hugging President Vladimir Putin during a visit to traditional ally…
Philippines, China trade blame after vessels collide in the South China Sea
Reuters BEIJING/MANILA – The Philippines and China accused each other on Monday of ramming vessels and performing dangerous manoeuvres in the South China Sea, the latest flare-up after the two…
Widow, five children die after consuming local delicacy in Nigeria’s Kano State
Kareem Abdulrahman KANO, Nigeria – A widow and her five children lost their lives in Karkari village, Gwarzo Local Government Area of Kano State, North-West Nigeria, after they reportedly consumed…
Toyota Corolla Stolen During Early Morning Church Vigil in Ile Ife
In early hours of yesterday, August 16, 2024, a silver Toyota Corolla with the plate number KSF 403 BV was stolen on Mokola Street in Ile Ife, Osun State. In…
Gaza: Mother and her six children killed in Israeli strike on house in Deir al-Balah
The mother and her six children were killed early Sunday on their house in the town of Deir al-Balah, according to the al-Aqsa Martyrs hospital. Agency Report A devastating Israeli…
Lack of fuel forces doctors to stop operating, says Gaza hospital acting director
‘Health sector in northern Gaza is suffering from a shortage of medical supplies and the depletion of fuel,’ says hospital director Al-Awda Hospital in northern Gaza issued a grave warning…
Cholera outbreak in Sudan has killed at least 22 people, health minister says
The Associated Press KHARTOUM – Sudan has been stricken by a cholera outbreak that has killed nearly two dozen people and sickened hundreds more in recent weeks, health authorities said…