Former Ecuadorian president imprisoned for corruption
A former president of Ecuador has been sentenced to five years in prison after being found guilty of takingLenín Moreno insisted he had not taken money from a Chinese firm which secured a contract to build a hydroelectric plant in…
Colombian President Orders Deportation Of Undocumented Africa Migrants
Colombia’s President, Abelardo de la Espriella, has ordered authorities to begin detaining undocumented foreigners convicted of crimes, with a view to deporting them, according to a video seen on Monday. In the video, De la Espriella, who was addressing a…
Seven Jamaicans awarded UK government scholarships
Seven Jamaicans have secured fully funded UK Government scholarships for the 2026 academic year, earning places in one-year master’s programmes at some of the United Kingdom’s leading universities. The cohort comprises three Chevening Scholars and four Commonwealth Scholars, representing six…
Syrian president makes landmark Visa card payment
Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa made a Visa card payment in Damascus, marking a new step in the country’s efforts toward reconnecting with the global financial system following years of sanctions. Sharaa carried out the electronic payment at a restaurant in…
JAPAN DONATES 60 OPERATIONAL VEHICLES TO POLICE
Japan has donated 60 operational vehicles to the police to strengthen law enforcement and improve response to security challenges. The vehicles are expected to enhance the mobility and operational capacity of police officers, enabling them to respond more quickly to…
DOLLY PARTON, COUNTRY MUSIC ICON AND LEGENDARY PHILANTHROPIST, DIES AT 80
The world of music and entertainment is mourning the death of legendary country music icon Dolly Parton, who has died at the age of 80. Parton’s death was announced by her family and representatives on Tuesday, August 25, 2026. Reports…
European allies back Ukraine as country marks Independence Day without US envoys
European leaders gathered in Kyiv to show strong support for Ukraine as the country marked its 35th Independence Day, with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy receiving fresh pledges of military and political backing amid the ongoing war with Russia. The celebrations were…
Enough is enough’: players pile pressure on under-fire Gianni Infantino to resign
A group of influential current and former footballers have added to the pressure on Gianni Infantino by calling for change at the top of Fifa, saying “enough is enough” in a statement shared widely across social media. The intervention is…
Tributes paid to footballer after death in Portugal
Non-league football teams that midfielder Quevin Castro played for as he progressed through the ranks have paid tribute to him, after he collapsed and died during a match in Portugal. The 25-year-old was born in Portugal but grew up in…
Fashion tech founder sentenced to prison for $300m fraud scheme
A fashion tech founder was sentenced to five years in federal prison for her involvement in a $300m “fraud scheme” spanning from 2019 to 2025, the Manhattan US attorney’s office announced on Thursday. Christine Hunsicker, 49, was also sentenced to…