Colombian Vice President Arrives in Abuja to Strengthen Bilateral Relations

Abuja, Nigeria — The Vice President of Colombia, Her Excellency Francia Márquez, has landed at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, for a three-day official visit aimed at deepening ties between Colombia and Nigeria. She was welcomed by senior Nigerian government officials, including the Minister of Innovation, Science and Technology, Uche Nnaji, Minister of Women Affairs,…

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Former Ukrainian Parliament Speaker Andriy Parubiy Assassinated in Lviv

Lviv, Ukraine — Andriy Parubiy, the former Speaker of Ukraine’s parliament, was fatally shot on Saturday in Lviv, prompting a large-scale manhunt for the assailant. Authorities said the attacker, disguised as a courier, opened fire on Parubiy before fleeing the scene. Ukrainian police have launched a special operation dubbed “Siren” to locate the gunman. President…

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85 Nigerians Receive UK Chevening and Commonwealth Scholarships

Abuja, Nigeria — The United Kingdom Government has awarded prestigious Chevening and Commonwealth scholarships to 85 Nigerians for the 2025 academic session, enabling them to pursue master’s and PhD programmes across leading UK institutions. In a statement released on Thursday, the British High Commission confirmed that this year’s awardees comprise 39 Chevening scholars, one Chevening…

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Tinubu Arrives in Brazil, Seeks Multi-Billion Dollar Deals in Agriculture, Energy, and Technology

Brasilia, Brazil — President Bola Tinubu has landed in Brasilia for a two-day State Visit, responding to an invitation from Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. The visit aims to deepen Nigeria’s economic and political connections with Latin America’s largest economy and is expected to generate multi-billion dollar investments spanning agriculture, energy, and technology…

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Australia Fines Google $36m Over Anticompetitive Search Engine Deals

Sydney, Australia — Google has agreed to pay a fine of 55 million Australian dollars (US$36 million) after admitting to anticompetitive agreements with the country’s two largest telecommunications firms, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) confirmed on Monday. According to the regulator, Google’s Asia Pacific division, based in Singapore, signed contracts with Telstra and…

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Spain Tops Global Ranking of Best Countries for Remote Work in 2025

Dubai, UAE — Remote work continues to redefine lifestyles worldwide, with more countries now competing to attract digital nomads through high-speed internet, flexible visa policies, affordable living, and vibrant communities. According to the VisaGuide Digital Nomad Visa Index released this week, the top 10 destinations for 2025 present diverse opportunities for professionals — from culturally…

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Over 600 Pilgrims Hospitalized After Chlorine Gas Leak Between Najaf and Karbala, Iraq

Karbala/Najaf, Iraq— More than 600 Shiite Muslim pilgrims were hospitalized with respiratory problems due to inhaling chlorine gas from a leak at a water treatment station on the route between the holy cities of Najaf and Karbala. The incident, which occurred overnight on the Karbala-Najaf road, affected hundreds of pilgrims making their way to Karbala…

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Magnitude 6.1 Earthquake Strikes Northwestern Turkey, Killing One and Causing Multiple Building Collapses

Balikesir, Turkey — A magnitude 6.1 earthquake hit the Balikesir province in northwestern Turkey on August 10, 2025, causing extensive damage including the collapse of 16 buildings and the death of one person. The quake struck at 7:53 p.m. local time with an epicenter in the town of Sındırgı, about 10 kilometers south-southwest of Bigadiç….

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UEFA Fines Yamal, Lewandowski for Anti-Doping Procedure Breach

Barcelona, Spain — UEFA has fined Barcelona forwards Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandowski €5,000 each for breaching post-match anti-doping procedures following their Champions League semi-final defeat to Inter Milan. The European football body’s Control, Ethics and Disciplinary Body announced on Friday that both players failed to report immediately to the doping control station at the…

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Man United Completes €85m Šeško Signing, Targets Further Deals

Manchester, England — Manchester United have officially secured the signing of Slovenian striker Benjamin Šeško from RB Leipzig in an €85 million deal, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano. Romano confirmed on Saturday that all documents have been signed and contracts approved following the player’s medical earlier in the day. Šeško put pen to paper…

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EU Pledges Additional €250,000 in Aid for Displaced Persons in Benue, Plateau

Abuja, Nigeria — The European Union has announced fresh humanitarian support for victims of ongoing violence in Benue and Plateau States, committing an additional €250,000 (approximately ₦450 million) to assist thousands of internally displaced persons across both regions. The new funding, revealed in a statement on Thursday, will be channeled through the Nigerian Red Cross…

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Netanyahu Pushes for Full Gaza Occupation Amid Mounting Pressure on Hostage Crisis

Jerusalem, Israel — Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is reportedly preparing to unveil a new Gaza war strategy that includes a full-scale military occupation of the Palestinian enclave, despite growing international and domestic calls for a ceasefire. According to local media reports on Tuesday, Netanyahu is expected to meet with top security officials, including the…

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Archbishop Cherry Vann Says Gay Marriage in Church ‘Inevitable,’ Reflects on Journey as Anglican Trailblazer

London, United Kingdom — The Most Rev Cherry Vann, newly appointed Archbishop of Wales and the Anglican Communion’s first openly gay female primate, has described same-sex marriage in church as “inevitable,” while reflecting on decades of navigating her faith and identity in secrecy. In an interview published on Sunday by The Guardian UK, the 66-year-old…

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Deadly Ukrainian Drone Strikes Hit Multiple Regions in Russia

Moscow, Russia — Tensions escalated as Ukrainian drone strikes killed three individuals and injured two others in separate attacks across western Russia overnight. The incidents were confirmed on Saturday by regional authorities through official Telegram channels. In Penza region, Governor Oleg Melnichenko reported that a woman lost her life and two others were wounded following…

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Over 300 Nigerian Students Decry Delays in US Visa Processing

Lagos, Nigeria — Frustration is mounting among over 300 Nigerian students who secured admission into universities across the United States but are yet to receive their student visas, weeks after attending scheduled interviews at the US embassies in Lagos and Abuja. The affected students, connected through a WhatsApp group of 301 members, voiced concerns over…

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‘Nigerians Must Go’ Protest in Ghana Sparks Diplomatic Concerns and Allegations of Discrimination

Accra, Ghana —  Tensions flared between Ghanaian citizens and Nigerians residing in the country following a street protest dubbed  “Nigerians Must Go” , which erupted on July 29, with demonstrators accusing Nigerians of rising crime, ritual activities, and economic dominance. Protesters, seen in viral videos brandishing placards with inflammatory messages, demanded the expulsion of Nigerians….

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Casualties Mount as Russia and Ukraine Trade Overnight Strikes

Kyiv, Ukraine — At least three people were confirmed dead on Saturday following a fresh wave of strikes between Russia and Ukraine, underscoring the ongoing volatility of the conflict. Ukrainian and Russian officials reported casualties and damage across several regions, with attacks affecting both civilian and strategic targets overnight. In central Ukraine, Dnipro Mayor Borys…

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US Embassy Warns Americans in Nigeria on Looming Visa Penalties

Abuja, Nigeria — The United States Embassy has issued a strong advisory to American citizens residing in Nigeria, urging immediate compliance with new visa regulations introduced by the Nigerian Federal Government. The advisory was published in a statement dated July 7, 2025, on the embassy’s official website, emphasizing the importance of adhering to immigration guidelines…

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