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Tyla Quietly Removes Lagos From Her A*POP World Tour Schedule, as Silence Surrounds Planned Nigerian Concert

South African Grammy-winning singer Tyla has quietly removed Lagos from the itinerary of her A*POP World Tour, sparking fresh discussions after the Nigerian date disappeared from the official schedule without any public explanation. When Tyla announced her 34-date A*POP World Tour earlier this week, Lagos was listed as the first African stop, with the concert scheduled for December 22, 2026. The performance was expected to precede the tour's remaining African […]

today31 July 2026 11

Foreign

Brazil’s Hydropower Industry Goes on High Alert as Severe El Niño Threatens Heavy Rainfall, Flooding and Energy Disruptions

Brazil's largest hydropower companies are stepping up emergency preparations as meteorologists warn that a powerful El Niño weather pattern could bring intense rainfall to the country's south in the coming months, raising fears of renewed flooding and disruption to one of the world's largest hydroelectric systems. Operators, including China Three Gorges (CTG) and Engie Brasil, say they have begun implementing contingency plans earlier than usual after scientists forecast what could […]

today31 July 2026 8

Foreign

Spain Faces One of Its Biggest Border Crises as Nearly 49,000 Migrants Enter Ceuta From Morocco Within 24 Hours

Spain is grappling with one of the largest migration surges in its recent history after authorities estimated that around 49,000 migrants crossed into the North African enclave of Ceuta from neighbouring Morocco within just 24 hours. The extraordinary influx has overwhelmed local authorities, prompted emergency security measures and intensified political debate over Spain's border and immigration policies. According to Spain's Interior Ministry, thousands of migrants entered Ceuta by both land […]

today31 July 2026 6

Local

UK Councillor Charged Over Alleged Racist Social Media Post Targeting Nigerians, as Hate Speech Case Heads to Court

A councillor in the United Kingdom has been formally charged over an alleged racist social media post targeting Nigerians, in a case that has reignited debate about hate speech, public accountability and political standards in British public office. Glenn Gibbins, a Reform UK councillor representing Hylton Castle in Sunderland, has been charged under Section 127 of the Communications Act 2003 for allegedly publishing a grossly offensive message on social media […]

today30 July 2026 9

Foreign

US Bans New Foreign-Made Humanoid Robots Over National Security Concerns as Technology Tensions With China Escalate

The United States has announced sweeping new restrictions on the import of advanced foreign-made humanoid robots and other sophisticated robotic systems, citing growing concerns that the technology could be exploited for espionage, cyberattacks and threats to critical infrastructure. The decision, unveiled by the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC), adds advanced robotic devices and certain power inverters to the agency's "Covered List" of products considered to pose risks to America's national […]

today29 July 2026 6

Entertainment

‘Children of Blood and Bone’ Enlists Tems and Burna Boy to Shape the Sound of Hollywood’s African Fantasy Epic

Nigerian Grammy-winning singer Tems has reached another career milestone after being announced as the executive music producer and curator of the soundtrack for Paramount Pictures' highly anticipated fantasy film, Children of Blood and Bone. Joining her on the project is fellow Grammy winner Burna Boy, who will serve as executive music consultant, adding another strong Nigerian influence to one of Hollywood's biggest upcoming productions. The announcement was made during the […]

today29 July 2026 7

Foreign

Powerful 7.1-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes South-West Japan, Leaving Several Trapped As Massive Rescue Operation Gets Underway

A powerful 7.1-magnitude earthquake struck Japan's south-western Kyushu region on Tuesday, trapping several people inside a shopping centre, damaging infrastructure and prompting authorities to evacuate more than 150,000 residents as emergency crews raced to respond. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency (JMA), the earthquake struck inland in Kumamoto Prefecture at approximately 4:27 p.m. local time, with a shallow depth of about 10 kilometres. The agency briefly issued a tsunami warning […]

today28 July 2026 10

Foreign

US Delegation Walks Out Of UN Security Council Meeting After France Compares Washington’s Human Rights Vote To Russia And North Korea

Relations between the United States and France have come under fresh strain after the US delegation staged a walkout during a United Nations Security Council meeting in protest over remarks made by France comparing Washington's recent human rights voting record to that of Russia and North Korea. The diplomatic dispute centres on the reappointment of Volker Türk as the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights. Last week, the UN […]

today28 July 2026 13

Entertainment

Yung Filly Rejects Sexual Assault Allegations As He Gives Evidence In Australian Court Over 2024 Hotel Incident

UK rapper and internet personality Yung Filly has told an Australian court that the "vibes were good" between him and the woman accusing him of sexual assault, as he gave evidence in his ongoing criminal trial. The entertainer, whose real name is Andres Felipe Valencia Barrientos, has pleaded not guilty to multiple charges, including sexual penetration without consent, assault occasioning bodily harm and strangulation. The allegations relate to an incident […]

today27 July 2026 20

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