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Lagos, Nigeria — For international students, the decision on where to study in 2025 increasingly depends not only on tuition and university rankings but also on family-inclusive immigration policies. Many countries have updated their dependent visa rules, making it easier for spouses to live, work, and sometimes study during the academic program. Here’s an overview…
Lyon, France — An EasyJet flight traveling from Lyon to Porto was compelled to return to Lyon airport after a 26-year-old Portuguese passenger, experiencing delirium, attempted to enter the cockpit. The incident occurred shortly after takeoff late Friday. Fellow passengers intervened promptly to restrain the individual until the plane could safely land back in Lyon,…
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…
London, UK — Former world heavyweight champion Tyson Fury has predicted that rising British-Nigerian prospect Moses Itauma would defeat Oleksandr Usyk, Anthony Joshua, and other established names in the division if they fought now. Fury made the bold claim shortly after Itauma stopped Dillian Whyte in just two minutes, a performance that sparked calls for…
Tripoli, Libya — The President of the Nigerian Community in Libya, Mr. Peter Omoregbe, has raised alarm over the dire situation of thousands of Nigerians stranded in the North African country, revealing that many are suffering from severe mental health issues after failed attempts to migrate to Europe. Omoregbe made this disclosure in response to…
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…
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…
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…
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….
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…
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…
London, UK — A public statement by UK opposition leader Kemi Badenoch distancing herself from Nigeria has sparked criticism from Nigerian-born Dutch entrepreneur Dr. Wiebe Boer, who described the move as “deeply problematic” and damaging to conversations about heritage and representation. Boer, who was born and raised in Nigeria but holds Dutch citizenship, voiced his…
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…
Washington, D.C., USA — Sean “Diddy” Combs, the embattled American music mogul, is seeking a presidential pardon from Donald Trump ahead of his upcoming sentencing in October. This was disclosed by Nicole Westmoreland, a member of Combs’ legal team, during an interview with CNN on Tuesday. According to her, preliminary discussions regarding the pardon request…
Pretoria, South Africa — The South African government has reiterated its call for international recognition of a Palestinian state and stronger pressure on Israel to end what it calls “genocidal activities” in Gaza. The appeal was made by South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, during an interview with AFP on Tuesday,…
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…
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…
Abuja, Nigeria — Senior Nigerian government officials have accused the United States Mission in Nigeria of engaging in a calculated “smear campaign” that undermines the country’s image and breaches diplomatic protocols. In a statement made available to journalists in Abuja, top federal sources expressed concern over the U.S. Mission’s circulation of a report by The…
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…
Rome, Italy — Thousands of Catholic youth from around the world began converging on Rome Saturday for a highly anticipated evening vigil led by Pope Leo XIV, marking the climax of the Vatican’s “Jubilee of Youth”—a key highlight of the Holy Year. The gathering, which draws Catholics aged 18 to 35, is expected to attract…
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…
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….
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…
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…
Abuja, Nigeria — Renowned human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, SAN, has debunked claims by UK Conservative Party leader, Kemi Badenoch, that she cannot confer Nigerian citizenship on her children due to her gender. Falana issued the rebuttal in a statement released Monday, describing Badenoch’s position as a “display of utter ignorance” aimed at currying political…
Washington, D.C.— The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) has taken decisive action to strengthen national security by terminating approximately 70 foreign researchers, most of whom were Chinese nationals. The move follows a sweeping national security review initiated to protect the integrity of the country’s agricultural sector from potential threats linked to nations such as China,…
Lisbon, Portugal — Despite the widespread belief that European travel is costly, new insights reveal that several countries across the continent offer surprisingly affordable experiences for tourists. This observation was drawn from current travel reports emphasizing that beyond expensive hubs like Paris, London, and Zurich, lie destinations where history, culture, and adventure are available at…
London, United Kingdom — The London Clinic, a top-tier private hospital in the UK, has come under renewed public scrutiny following the death of Nigeria’s former President, Muhammadu Buhari. The late President passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the Harley Street-based medical institution, widely regarded as one of Europe’s most exclusive and well-equipped…
Johannesburg, South Africa— President Cyril Ramaphosa has placed Police Minister Senzo Mchunu on immediate leave following serious allegations that he obstructed investigations into politically motivated killings and colluded with criminal syndicates. The suspension comes after KwaZulu-Natal Police Commissioner General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi accused Mchunu of interfering with key probes and receiving payments from corruption suspects, claims…
San Francisco, USA — Linda Yaccarino has officially stepped down as Chief Executive Officer of X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, bringing an end to what many have described as a controversial but pivotal chapter in the company’s recent history. Yaccarino, who was appointed CEO in June 2023, announced her resignation in…
New York City, USA — Music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs exhaled visibly and gestured in prayerful gratitude as the jury foreman announced a not-guilty verdict on the most serious charges of racketeering and sex trafficking. The verdict, delivered on July 2, 2025, came after months of intense courtroom proceedings, during which prosecutors portrayed Combs as…
