Russian chess player accused of trying to poison opponent by smearing pieces with mercury
Suspect has been temporarily suspended from all competitions under the authority of the national federation NBC News A Russian chess player is under investigation after allegedly being caught on camera…
President Maduro suspends X social network in Venezuela for 10 days after exchange with Elon Musk
Musk used the social network to accuse the self-proclaimed socialist leader of a “great electoral fraud.” Associated Press CARACAS, Venezuela – President Nicolás Maduro said he has ordered a 10-day…
Former African football president Issa Hayatou dies
His tenure at the helm of African football saw the game on the continent make strides Reuters YAOUNDE – Former African football president Issa Hayatou died on Thursday after a…
Nigerian politician known as ‘High Voltage’ threatens to kill journalist in Delta State for seeking comment on a report about alleged ‘harsh policies’, describes self as a ‘very dangerous man’
The politician described himself as a ‘very dangerous man’ Morakinyo Akinosun An investigative journalist based in Nigeria’s Delta State, Prince Amour Udemude, has raised the alarm over alleged threats to…
Mexican president says authorities cannot arrest Putin in case of his visit
Lopez Obrador confirmed that the authorities had sent invitations to Sheinbaum’s inauguration to the heads of all countries with which Mexico has diplomatic relations Tass MEXICO – The Mexican authorities…
Kenya police use tear gas to clear pockets of protesters in Nairobi
At least three journalists were wounded when police fired tear gas canisters close to them Reuters NAIROBI – Police fired tear gas to clear pockets of anti-government demonstrators from the…
Putin signs law allowing foreign banks to open branches in Russia
Foreign banks will have the right to work in the securities market through a branch created in Russia Tass MOSCOW – Russian President Vladimir Putin signed a law that allows…
Officer who killed a teen in a traffic stop performed at the Olympics opener. The family is incensed
The revelation about the officer in the Olympics ceremony has rekindled anger and grief among other families of those killed by police Associated Press PARIS — Issam El Khalfaoui didn’t…
Saudi Arabia says Hamas leader’s killing was ‘blatant violation’ of Iran’s sovereignty
Reuters Saudi Arabia said on Wednesday the assassination of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran was a “blatant violation” of Iran’s sovereignty. The comment by the Saudi deputy foreign minister…
Bulgaria parliament bans LGBTQ ‘promotion’ in schools
The Balkan country does not recognise same-sex marriage AFP Bulgaria’s parliament passed changes to its education law Wednesday, widening its scope to ban LGBTQ “propaganda” in schools in what rights…