China Ousts Top Trade Negotiator Li Chenggang From WTO
China has dismissed its top trade envoy to the World Trade Organization, Li Chenggang, state media announced Monday — just days after U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent branded him “unhinged,” escalating tensions between the world’s two largest economies. The announcement, published Monday by China’s state-run Xinhua News Agency, confirmed a series of ambassadorial reshuffles, including […]
Sowore Rejects Court Order Restricting Nnamdi Kanu Protest
Activist and publisher Omoyele Sowore has openly rejected a Federal High Court order restricting protests near key government buildings in Abuja, insisting that Monday’s planned #FreeNnamdiKanuNow demonstration will go ahead as scheduled. The order, delivered on 17 October 2025 by Justice M.G. Umar in Suit No. FHC/ABJ/CS/2202/2025 — Federal Republic of Nigeria v. Omoyele Sowore […]
Trump To Cut Funding To Colombia Amid Drug War Accusations
U.S. President Donald Trump announced Sunday that he will terminate all U.S. payments and subsidies to Colombia, accusing President Gustavo Petro of failing to curb drug production and even promoting it. The move intensifies tensions between Washington and one of its longstanding Latin American partners. In a post on Truth Social, Trump labelled Petro “an […]
Israel Gaza Ceasefire Strain As Strikes Resume
Israel launched air and artillery strikes on southern Gaza on Sunday, targeting militants near Rafah, in what many observers see as the first major strain on the U.S.-mediated truce that began on October 11. The escalation risks derailing a fragile ceasefire even as both sides exchange accusations of violations. The Israeli military said the strikes […]
Afghanistan Pakistan Ceasefire Agreement Reached In Doha
Afghanistan and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire after a week of intense border clashes, officials announced Sunday. The accord was reached during talks held in Doha, mediated by Qatar and Turkey. Pakistan’s Defence Minister, Khawaja Muhammad Asif, confirmed the ceasefire had been “finalised” and said both sides would reconvene on October 25 in […]
Louvre Jewel Heist: Thieves Use Crane In Paris Museum Robbery
Thieves staged a brazen daylight robbery at the Louvre Museum in Paris on Sunday, using a crane to smash through an upper-floor window and steal priceless French crown jewels before escaping on motorbikes, French authorities said. According to the Interior Ministry, the break-in occurred around 9:30 a.m. local time (0730 GMT), shortly after the museum […]
Araujo’s Bold Promise Comes True As He Nets Barcelona Winner
Barcelona defender Ronald Araújo lived up to his own prophecy after scoring the decisive goal that sealed victory for the Catalan giants. Speaking after the match, the Uruguayan center-back revealed a bold prediction he made moments before stepping onto the pitch. “As I warmed up, I told my teammates that if I came on, I […]
Hansi Flick Handed One-Match Suspension After Touchline Incident
Reports from Spanish confirm that Barcelona head coach Hansi Flick will serve a one-match suspension, following his dismissal during the club’s recent league game. The decision means Flick will miss only one fixture on the sidelines — a relief for Barcelona fans who feared a harsher punishment. According to the report, the disciplinary committee reviewed […]
Ronaldo And Messi Continue To Defy Age With Record Goals
Another weekend, another reminder that greatness never fades. Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, two of football’s greatest icons, continue to redefine longevity and excellence in the sport. Cristiano Ronaldo, 40, scored the 949th goal of his illustrious career this weekend, once again proving that time is powerless against his determination. The Portuguese forward, who has […]
Tinubu Returns To Abuja After Rome Summit On Counterterrorism
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has returned to Abuja today, October 18, 2025, after travelling to Rome for the Aqaba Process Heads of State and Government meeting, where world leaders convened to deepen global cooperation against terrorism and violent extremism. His presence at the summit showed Nigeria’s willingness to play a central role in regional and […]
Nottingham Forest Sack Postecoglou After 3-0 Chelsea Defeat
Nottingham Forest dismissed head coach Ange Postecoglou just 20 minutes after Saturday’s 3-0 Premier League loss to Chelsea, amid mounting pressure as the club sits 17th and are currently on the edge of relegation. The sacking comes after Postecoglou became the first Forest manager in the club’s history to fail to win any of his first eight […]
Prince Andrew Gives Up Duke Of York Title Amid Epstein Scandal
Prince Andrew declared that he would no longer use the title Duke of York or the honors bestowed upon him, citing the distraction created by persistent allegations related to his previous relationships with Jeffrey Epstein, He denied any misconduct and gave up his royal insignia with the consent of King Charles III. Though Andrew will […]