Ondo declares Thursday, Friday as public holidays for Akeredolu’s burial
The Ondo government has declared Thursday and Friday as public holidays in honour of the late Rotimi Akeredolu, former governor of the state. Akeredolu, who died on December 27, 2023, would be buried on Friday in Owo, his home town….
Supreme Court weighs challenge to EPA ‘good neighbor’ air pollution rule
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Wednesday will consider whether to block a Biden administration policy aimed at reducing air pollution that crosses from one state to another and creates harmful smog. The court is hearing four related cases involving…
Poll: Supreme Court faces lukewarm approval rating as justices grapple with Trump controversies
The Supreme Court’s approval rating stands at 40%, according to a new poll released Wednesday, underscoring the public’s stagnant view of the institution as the justices grapple with cases concerning former President Donald Trump’s political and legal fates. The Marquette…
David Neal: Immigration and borders watchdog sacked for leaking critical reports
Home Secretary James Cleverly has sacked the government’s immigration watchdog after details of critical reports appeared in newspapers. The Home Office said David Neal had “breached the terms” of his role and leaked confidential information. Mr Neal was quoted in…
Robin Windsor: Strictly Come Dancing professional dies aged 44
Robin Windsor, a former professional on Strictly Come Dancing, has died at the age of 44. He appeared on the BBC One show from 2010 until 2013, partnering with Patsy Kensit, Anita Dobson, Lisa Riley and Deborah Meaden. Strictly Come…
South Africa to hold general elections on 29 May
South Africa will hold national and provincial elections on 29 May, coinciding with the celebration of its 30 years of freedom and democracy, the presidency has said. It said President Cyril Ramaphosa had consulted with the electoral commission regarding the…
DR Congo Prime Minister Sama Lukonde resigns
The Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo Jean-Michel Sama Lukonde has resigned, he announced in a video shared on the presidency’s social media platforms late on Tuesday. President Felix Tshisekedi accepted Mr Lukonde’s resignation, the Reuters news agency…
Newcastle and Aston Villa lead race to sign £40m-rated Arsenal star – now.arsenal
Newcastle United and Aston Villa are reportedly leading the race to sign Arsenal star who will be available for £40m in the summer Newcastle United and Aston Villa are reportedly the frontrunners in the race to secure the services of…
FULL LIST: AFCON 2025 preliminary draw
The preliminary draw for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations has been held today at the Confederations of African Football headquarters in Cairo, Egypt. The draw followed the conclusion of the 34th edition of the competition hosted by Ivory Coast….
Wife of Haiti’s assassinated president indicted in his killing
A judge in Haiti investigating the July 2021 assassination of President Jovenel Moïse indicted his widow, Martine Moïse, ex-prime minister Claude Joseph and the former chief of Haiti’s National Police, Léon Charles, among others in his killing. Dozens of suspects…