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October 19, 2024

Cuba plunges into darkness after nationwide power grid failure

In response to the worsening situation, officials announced the closure of all schools until Monday.

Cubans living in darkness
October 18, 2024

North Korea sends troops to support Russia in war against Ukraine

The presence of North Korean troops marks a new chapter in the conflict.

October 17, 2024

CNPP backs House of Reps’ call for immediate reversal of petrol, gas price hikes

The CNPP’s statement emphasised that Nigeria, as an oil-producing nation, should not face such difficulties with energy prices.

October 17, 2024

Australia to resume jailing children as young as 10

Experts warned that the policy could exacerbate existing problems.

Australian Flag (Credit: National Museum of Australia)
October 17, 2024

Panel seeks leadership change at secret service after assassination attempt on Trump

Security decisions were marred by confusion, with no single entity overseeing key aspects of the event.

U.S. President Donald Trump
October 17, 2024

Columbia University suspends professor over Israel-Palestine conflict

Mr Davidai has pledged to continue fighting for his cause, stating that he views the university’s actions as an attempt to silence him.

Prof Shai Davidai
October 17, 2024

LA Archdiocese to pay $880 million in sex abuse lawsuits against Catholic Church

This historic payout, announced on Wednesday, marks the highest single settlement by any diocese in the nation and pushes the archdiocese’s total financial responsibility in sex abuse lawsuits

Pope standing with Catholic Church leaders
October 17, 2024

Former One Direction singer Liam Payne dies after hotel balcony fall

In several interviews, he discussed the toll that life in the spotlight had taken on him, admitting to periods of depression and heavy drinking.

Former One Direction singer Liam Payne
October 15, 2024

Latest human rights report highlights Rwanda’s torture system in detention facilities

Human Rights Watch found that judges ignored complaints from current and former detainees about unlawful detention and ill-treatment, creating an environment of near-total impunity.

Rwanda prison and Paul Kagame
October 15, 2024

Urgent education reform key to faster, more inclusive growth in Africa: Report

Two hundred seventy million children are enrolled in primary and secondary schools today, and primary school completion rates have improved substantially since 2000.

Primary schoolchildren