Ouattara Re-Elected as Ivory Coast President for Fourth Term in Disputed Election
Ivory Coast’s 83-year-old Alassane Ouattara wins a fourth term in a disputed election marred by opposition boycott and unrest.
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Paul Biya re-elected as Cameroon’s President for Eighth Term
Amid rising tension, Cameroon’s 92-year-old leader Paul Biya has won re-election for an eighth term.
Plane Catches Fire After Takeoff, Two Dead
A Cheyenne model plane caught fire moments after takeoff in Venezuela, causing deaths and injuries.
Woman Accidentally Burns Apartment While Killing Cockroach with Spray
A South Korean woman accidentally set her home ablaze while trying to kill a cockroach with a lighter and spray, leading to a neighbour’s tragic death.
Nigeria Deports 192 Over Cybercrime, Ponzi Scams
The Nigerian government has begun deporting 42 Chinese and Philippine nationals convicted of cyber terrorism and Ponzi scheme offences. According to the Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the process kicked off today, Sunday, August 17, 2025. The first batch of deportees, drawn from 192 convicts, was scheduled to leave Nigeria on Sunday afternoon. They were part … Read more
Imam stabbed During Morning Prayer in Ramadan (Video)
An imam was stabbed while leading his congregation in prayer on Sunday at a mosque in Paterson, N.J. The assailant was quickly subdued by worshippers, according to local authorities. The ugly incident took place inside Omar Mosque in south Paterson around 5:37 a.m. local time on Sunday. Upon arrival of the police, they found that … Read more
Five Countries with Easy Visa Policies for Nigerians
For many Nigerians, getting a visa can be difficult and time-consuming. Popular destinations like the UK, US and Schengen countries often have strict requirements. However, some lesser-known countries offer easier visa options. These places allow Nigerians to travel visa-free, get a visa on arrival, or apply online with a simple process. Here are five countries … Read more
Shanghai resident loses $28,000 to AI-generated girlfriend scam
According to Chinese state media reports on Wednesday, a man from Shanghai was scammed out of $28,000 in a case where he fell prey to a long-distance relationship with an AI-generated girlfriend. According to state broadcaster CCTV, scammers used generative artificial intelligence software to create realistic video and still images of a young woman, who … Read more
Iraqi Quran burner shot dead in Sweden
Media outlets on Thursday, reported that a man who sparked outrage in Muslim nations by repeatedly burning the Quran in 2023 in Sweden had been shot and killed. The police confirmed a fatal shooting that occurred the previous day. A Stockholm court, on Thursday, is expected to issue a verdict in the case of Salwan … Read more
Nepal increases fee by 36% to climb Mount Everest
Mount Everest, standing at 29,029 feet, is home to eight of the world’s 14 highest mountains. National Geographic reports that around 600 people successfully reach the summit each year, with over 1,000 people attempting the climb in 2024, according to Ultimate Kilimanjaro. Emerging reports indicate that the permit fees for climbers outside of the peak … Read more