August 30, 2025
EU divided over sanctions on Israel as Gaza war rages on
The European Union is grappling with internal divisions over imposing sanctions on Israel for its ongoing war in Gaza, as foreign ministers from the bloc’s 27 member countries gather in Copenhagen to discuss the issue. The meeting comes amid growing criticism of Israel’s actions, with many EU governments sharply condemning the deaths of civilians and […]
Chelsea close in on loan deal for Brighton’s Facundo Buonanotte
Chelsea are set to beat rival Premier League clubs to the signing of Facundo Buonanotte on a season-long loan from Brighton. The 20-year-old Argentina international is expected to complete a move that will not include either an option or an obligation to buy. Leeds United were also interested, while Borussia Dortmund and Lyon made approaches, […]
Rivers LG elections begin across 23 LGAs
Rivers LG elections kick off across 23 local governments, with RSIEC distributing materials and officials urging residents to vote peacefully and transparently. Rivers State has commenced its local government ( LG ) elections at various registration centres across the State. By 8 a.m., many centres were bustling with activity, as electoral materials were being distributed […]
Kashmir’s spiritual leader: A fiery freedom advocate
In the heart of Srinagar‘s Old City, the Jamia Masjid stands as a testament to centuries of history and struggle. Its 14th-century wooden pillars have witnessed countless sermons and prayers, and its significance extends beyond the spiritual realm. For Kashmiris, the mosque is a symbol of resilience and a beacon of hope. Mirwaiz Umar Farooq, […]
Bayern agree record loan for Nicolas Jackson as Chelsea seal Garnacho deal
Bayern Munich have agreed a record loan deal worth £13 million for Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson. The agreement includes a £13m (€15m) loan fee, with an option to buy for a fixed £56.2m (€65m) and a sell-on clause, making the total package potentially worth £70m — matching Chelsea’s valuation of the forward. Jackson, who joined […]
Russia’s economic ties with China: A lifeline amidst sanctions
Russian President Vladimir Putin has denounced the Western sanctions imposed on Russia, terming them “discriminatory” and calling for a reform of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank. In an interview with China’s Xinhua news agency, Putin emphasized the need for a new financial system based on “openness and true equity.” This statement comes […]
Nnamdi Kanu: Diaspora groups petition US to sanction Nigerian judges
Pro-Igbo diaspora groups petition US President Trump to sanction Nigerian judges and a former Attorney General over the detention of Nnamdi Kanu. Several prominent pro-Igbo organizations in the diaspora, including the American Veterans of Igbo Descent (AVID), Rising Sun Charities Organization, and Ambassadors for Self-Determination, have petitioned US President Donald Trump, urging him to impose […]
Deadly boat mishap hits Sokoto, many feared dead
A boat capsized in Shagari, Sokoto State, leaving many passengers feared dead. This marks the third river accident in the state within a month, raising urgent safety concerns Shagari Local Government Area of Sokoto State was thrown into grief on Thursday as a boat capsized on the local river, leaving many passengers feared dead. For […]
UK’s largest lake faces environmental crisis as rescue plans stall
The UK‘s largest lake, Lough Neagh, is on course to record its worst year of potentially toxic algal blooms to date, as rescue plans remain deadlocked. As a ban on eel-fishing in the lake is extended yet again, with local fishers’ incomes falling by 60% since 2023, there have so far this year been 139 […]
Fire kills three people after demonstrators storm council buildings in Indonesia
At least three people were killed by a fire started by protesters at a council building in the Indonesian city of Makassar, after demonstrations broke out across the country over the death of a motorcycle taxi driver hit by a police vehicle. Major cities in Indonesia, including the capital Jakarta on Friday, have been rocked […]