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Biden Administration Forgives $4.7 Billion Ukraine Loan Debt Amid Congressional Debate
Biden administration forgives $4.7 billion in Ukraine loans, fueling bipartisan debate in Congress as efforts intensify to secure aid before the incoming administration potentially changes course.
In a significant move to support Ukraine, the Biden administration has forgiven $4.7 billion … Continue Reading
WHO Approves Japan’s KM Biologics Mpox Vaccine for Emergency Use
WHO Grants Emergency Approval to Japan’s KM Biologics Mpox Vaccine Amid Surge in Cases and New Variant Spread
The World Health Organization (WHO) has granted emergency use listing to Japan’s KM Biologics’ mpox vaccine, marking it as the second shot … Continue Reading
Pope Francis to Canonize Late 15-Year-Old Teenager Carlo Acutis in April
Pope Francis has announced that Carlo Acutis, a tech-savvy Italian teenager who used his computer skills to promote the Catholic faith, will become the first millennial saint. Pope Francis revealed that Acutis, dubbed “God’s Influencer,” will be canonized during the
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Italy Recovers Priceless Etruscan Treasures Looted by Amateur Tomb Raiders
Italian authorities have recovered rare Etruscan treasures dating back to the 3rd century B.C., stolen from an Etruscan necropolis in Umbria.
The haul, valued at over €8 million ($8.5 million), includes eight urns, two sarcophagi, and personal items such as … Continue Reading
Putin’s Spy Chief Warns West of ‘Disastrous Consequences’ Amid Rising Ukraine Tensions
Tensions Soar as Russia Updates Nuclear Doctrine
Vladimir Putin’s spy chief and head of Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service (SVR), Sergei Naryshkin, issued a stark warning to Western nations, cautioning against a direct military confrontation with Russia. This comes amid … Continue Reading
Tinubu Dissolves UNIZIK Governing Council, Sacks VC and Registrar Over Appointment Scandal
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has ordered the dissolution of the Governing Council of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, and the removal of its Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Bernard Ifeanyi Odoh, along with the Registrar, Mrs. Rosemary Ifoema Nwokike.
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Trump Picks Howard Lutnick As Commerce Secretary, Signals Tougher Trade Stance on China
Trump’s Commerce Secretary Pick Howard Lutnick Signals Tougher Trade Policies, Especially Toward China
In a move signaling a hardline shift on trade, President-elect Donald Trump has named Howard Lutnick, co-chair of his transition team and CEO of financial services … Continue Reading
Haiti Police and Civilians Kill 28 Gang Members in Major Crackdown
In a coordinated overnight operation, Haiti police and civilian self-defense groups killed 28 gang members in Port-au-Prince, authorities announced Tuesday. The raids, part of intensified efforts to curb gang violence, unfolded in two high-stakes encounters in the city.
Deadly Confrontations … Continue Reading
Boost for Nigerian Students: Canada Increases Off-Campus Work Hours to 24 Per Week
New Policy Boosts Off-Campus Work Opportunities for International Students While Addressing Canada’s Labor Needs
Canada has introduced a significant policy shift, allowing international students, including Nigerians, to work off-campus for up to 24 hours per week during academic terms. This … Continue Reading
Australia Unveils 2024 Skilled Jobs List
The MLTSSL is a key resource for individuals seeking to live and work in Australia.
Canberra – Australia has released its latest Medium and Long-term Strategic Skills List (MLTSSL), paving the way for new migration opportunities for skilled workers.
The … Continue Reading