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WHO Congratulates Nigeria as Ebola Cases Drop to Zero Following Patient’s Evacuation

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has congratulated Nigeria’s government and health workers following the successful management and evacuation of the country’s first imported Ebola patient to Switzerland, leaving Nigeria with no currently confirmed Ebola cases. The development was announced on Monday, October 26, 2026, after the infected patient and her husband, both Swiss citizens, were flown from Abuja to Switzerland for continued medical care and monitoring. WHO Regional Director for […]

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FBI Arrests Nine Suspects in Nigeria Cybercrime Crackdown, Seizes 53 Devices

The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), working with Nigerian law enforcement agencies and international partners, has arrested nine suspects in Nigeria as part of a major operation targeting online fraud networks accused of defrauding victims across national borders. The operation known as Operation Blackout, also led to the seizure of 53 electronic devices and the identification of approximately $11 million in funds across multiple countries that could potentially […]

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Foreign

Mbappé Dropped by Chinese Brands After Mao Zedong Meme Sparks Online Backlash

French football star Kylian Mbappé has lost several commercial partnerships in China following an online backlash over alleged comments about a meme depicting him as former Chinese leader Mao Zedong. The controversy has also prompted reports that Chinese state broadcaster CCTV has suspended broadcasts of Spanish La Liga matches. The dispute began after a clip from French online programme The Bridge circulated on social media. Mbappé reportedly described a meme […]

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Entertainment

Walter Koenig Dies at 90: Remembering the Actor Who Brought Pavel Chekov to Life in Star Trek

American actor Walter Koenig, best known for playing Pavel Chekov in the original Star Trek television series, has died at the age of 90. His death was confirmed by his representative, with tributes pouring in from colleagues and fans celebrating his contribution to one of science fiction’s most influential franchises. Koenig died on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at his home in North Hollywood, Los Angeles, surrounded by his daughter and […]

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Foreign

Nicki Minaj Declares Support for Trump at Michigan Republican Rally

American rapper Nicki Minaj has publicly reaffirmed her support for US President Donald Trump during a Republican campaign rally in Port Huron, Michigan, as the party prepares for the November midterm elections. Minaj joined Trump on stage on Sunday, October 25, 2026, at a rally organised to support Republican candidates Mike Rogers, who is running for the US Senate, and John James, who is seeking the governorship of Michigan. Addressing […]

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UK Government to Intervene in Water Bills as Ministers Demand Better Value for Money

The United Kingdom government is preparing to intervene in the process used to set water bills, with Environment Secretary Dame Angela Eagle directing water companies and regulators to prioritise affordability, improve services and ensure customers receive better value for money. Eagle has written to water company executives and regulators, including Ofwat, setting out the government’s expectations for the next five-year price review, which is expected to conclude in 2029. The […]

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Ebola Response in DR Congo Hit by Deadly Attack as Nurse Is Killed and Health Worker Injured

Efforts to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) have suffered another setback after an attack killed a nurse and severely injured another health worker responding to an Ebola alert in the country’s east. The incident has raised fresh concerns about the safety of medical teams working to contain the outbreak, which has become the deadliest in the country’s history. According to the World […]

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Lula Makes History With Stunning Comeback, Defeats Trump Ally Flávio Bolsonaro in Brazil Election

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva has secured a historic fourth, non-consecutive presidential term after defeating right-wing challenger Flávio Bolsonaro in a closely contested run-off election on October 25, 2026. Lula received 51.79 per cent of valid votes, compared with Bolsonaro’s 48.21 per cent, overturning his opponent’s lead in the first round and securing another term in Latin America’s largest economy. The result marks a remarkable comeback for Lula, […]

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Foreign

Teen Girl Arrested Over Alleged Russian Plot to Poison Ukrainian Soldiers in Exchange for Just $111

Ukrainian police have arrested a 17-year-old girl suspected of helping Russian security services poison Ukrainian soldiers in a plot that reportedly left two servicemen dead. Authorities allege that the teenager received at least 5,000 Ukrainian hryvnias, equivalent to approximately US$111, for her involvement in the operation. The arrest highlights growing concerns about the alleged recruitment of young Ukrainians for covert operations during the war. According to Ukrainian police, the girl […]

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