Category: International
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TikTok Service Restored in the U.S. Following Trump’s Intervention
TikTok users in the U.S. can breathe easy again after the app was reactivated, just hours after facing a federal shutdown. The restoration came after President-elect Donald Trump announced plans to delay the ban by issuing an executive order on his first day in office, The Sun reports. This decision aims to give ByteDance, TikTok’s…
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Dangers Loom as Experts Predict New Extreme Fire Outbreaks That Could Swallow Los Angeles
Los Angeles is on high alert for potential catastrophic wildfires this week, as weather forecasters warn of the return of gusting Santa Ana winds, with speeds reaching up to 100 miles per hour, Starnews NG reports. Since the first fire ignited on January 7, over 27 lives have been lost, and approximately 22,000 buildings have…
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Trump Arrives in Washington Ahead of Monday’s Inauguration
By: Bayero Ade Donald Trump arrived in Washington on Saturday in preparation for his inauguration, marking the beginning of his return to the presidency. According to PUNCH, accompanied by his wife, Melania, and other family members, Trump landed at Dulles International Airport before attending a private event at his golf club in Virginia, which featured…
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Canada Introduces New Penalties For Immigration Consultants to Combat Fraud
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has announced the introduction of new regulations aimed at penalizing both authorized and unauthorized paid immigration representatives who violate the law while advising applicants on immigration or citizenship matters. The proposed penalties include fines of up to $1.5 million for representatives who counsel clients to misrepresent themselves during the…
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Residents Advised to Brace For Strong Winds As Tropical Cyclone Develops Off Western Australia
A tropical cyclone is anticipated to form off the coast of Western Australia, prompting authorities to warn residents to prepare for potentially ‘destructive’ winds. The Bureau of Meteorology has been monitoring a tropical low near the Pilbara region, predicting it will evolve into a tropical cyclone by 8 AM (AWST) on Sunday. While the cyclone…
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Thousands Across Gaza jubilate over Ceasefire Deal
By Miracle Ogunde Thousands of people were seen hugging and taking photos to mark the announcement of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. As reported by AFP, celebrations were already underway in Gaza, where journalists saw crowds of people hugging and taking photos to mark the announcement. The deal agreed on Wednesday is expected to…
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Israel, Hamas agree ceasefire deal
By Miracle Ogunde A ceasefire deal has been agreed between Israel and Hamas, AFP reports. A source briefed on the talks told AFP that both parties agreed on Wednesday on the release of hostages being held in Gaza following separate meetings with Qatar’s prime minister. A source close to the talks on Wednesday, said Qatari…
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TikTok Prepares for Complete Shutdown in the US as Ban Deadline Approaches
By: Bayero Ade Social media platform TikTok has announced plans to fully shut down its operations in the United States this Sunday if a government-imposed ban is enacted as scheduled. According to PUNCH, the app, which serves over 170 million American users, is preparing for a total blackout rather than continuing operations for existing users.…
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Nigerian Killed by Pack of Starving Dogs in Italy
A Nigerian woman, 27-year-old Patricia Masithela, was attacked and killed by a pack of hungry dogs in Latina, Italy, on Monday night. Patricia, who had recently moved to the Lazio region, went to visit a male friend at his abandoned villa, unaware that he was not home. During the visit, she was mauled by the…
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South Korean impeached President, Yoon arrested
By Miracle Ogunde South Korean President, Yoon Suk Yeol has finally been arrested by authorities over insurrection allegations. As reported by Daily Post, his arrest on Wednesday, which is the first ever for an incumbent president, is the latest head-spinning development for one of Asia’s most vibrant democracies even though the country has a history…