Mexico has opened the door to potentially receiving non-Mexican migrants deported by the United States, reversing an earlier stance that it would press President-elect Donald Trump to repatriate deportees directly to their countries of origin. President Claudia Sheinbaum announced during a press briefing that Mexico is prepared to collaborate through “different mechanisms” in cases where …
Brazilian Footballer Hulk Marries Ex-Wife’s Niece in Lavish Religious Ceremony
Brazilian footballer Hulk has tied the knot with his ex-wife’s niece, Camila Angelo, in a grand religious wedding ceremony. The Atlético Mineiro star had previously married Camila in a civil ceremony back in 2020, shortly after ending his 12-year marriage to her aunt, Iran Angelo. Sharing his joy on Instagram, Hulk wrote, “Before God and …
US President Joe Biden presents the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Lionel Messi, Hillary Clinton, and other notable figures during a ceremony on January 4
On Saturday, January 4, US President Joe Biden awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom to 19 distinguished individuals, celebrating their significant contributions to society. The prestigious honor, regarded as the highest civilian award in the United States, was presented to a diverse group of entertainers, athletes, activists, and diplomats. Among the honorees was former First …
World’s oldest person dies at age 116
Tomiko Itooka, a Japanese woman who was the world’s oldest person according to Guinness World Records, has died at the age of 116. Yoshitsugu Nagata, an official in charge of elderly policies, said on Saturday, Jan. 4, that Itooka died on Dec. 29 at a care home in Ashiya, Hyogo Prefecture, central Japan. Itooka was …
Germany launches online visa application portal for Nigerians, others
German authorities have launched an online visa application portal for Nigerians and other applicants worldwide. This was announced in a statement by Germany’s Federal Foreign Office on January 1. “The Consular Services Portal was launched worldwide on 1 January 2025, enabling people around the world to submit applications for German visas online,” the statement reads. …
Earthquakes force evacuations in Ethiopia
Ethiopia experienced a series of earthquakes on Saturday, including a 5.8-magnitude tremor, which has caused widespread alarm and evacuations in the country’s remote northern regions. The quakes affected the rural areas of Afar, Oromia, and Amhara, following months of heightened seismic activity, according to AFP. Ethiopia’s government Communication Service reports that approximately 2,000 people have …
NAF acquires 12 new fighter aircraft, 50 more expected
The Nigerian Air Force said it has acquired 12 additional fighter aircraft for the operational capabilities of the Force. The new additions to the NAF fleet include 2 King Air 360i light transport aircraft, 4 T-129 ATAK helicopters, 2 Agusta Westland 109 Trekker, and 4 DA-62 surveillance aircraft. The Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal …
Eight killed, others injured in North China market fire outbreak
No fewer than 8 people have died and 15 injured in a fire outbreak at a vegetable market in north China on Saturday. The Qiaoxi District People’s Government said after the blaze in Zhangjiakou City, northwest of Beijing, the injured were taken to hospital for treatment and are currently not in life-threatening danger. The district …
Ondo SSG dies two weeks after car crash
The Secretary to Ondo State Government, SSG, Tayo Oluwatuyi, is dead. The SSG reportedly died on Saturday. His death followed injuries he sustained in a car crash which occurred while he was travelling from Akure, Ondo State capital, to Ibadan in Oyo State. It was gathered that the car crash occurred on December 16, 2024. …
Judge schedules Donald Trump’s sentencing in hush money case for January 10
US President-elect, Donald Trump must be sentenced on Jan. 10 in the criminal case, a judge ruled on Friday, Jan. 3 In May 2024, Trump was convicted on charges involving hush money paid to a porn star. On Friday, Justice Juan Merchan said he denied Trump’s motion to dismiss the case due to his presidential …