The United States, France and several Arab and European countries have called for an immediate 21-day ceasefire across the Israel-Lebanon border following intense discussions at the United Nations. The pause in hostilities would apply to the Blue Line, the demarcation line between Lebanon and Israel, and would allow the warring parties to negotiate towards a potential diplomatic resolution of the conflict, according to Al Jazeera’s Rosiland Jordan, reporting from Washington, DC, quoting US officials who briefed reporters late on Wednesday. “We call on all parties, including the governments of Israel and Lebanon, to endorse the temporary ceasefire immediately,” read a…
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NYC Mayor Adams indicted on federal criminal charges New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted by a grand jury on criminal charges Wednesday evening following escalating federal criminal investigations against his administration. Here’s what FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay knows from sources. NEW YORK CITY – New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted by a grand jury on criminal charges Wednesday evening following escalating federal criminal investigations against his administration – nearly a year after FBI agents seized his phones, according to multiple reports. “I always knew that if I stood my ground for New Yorkers that I…
Nigeria’s central bank has once again raised its benchmark lending rate by 50 basis points to 27.25%, marking its fifth rate hike this year. The move, which surprised analysts, aims to combat persistent inflation. Analysts had expected the rates to hold steady due to recent inflation drops. Central Bank Governor Olayemi Cardoso noted that while headline inflation declined to 32.15% in August, core inflation remains elevated due to rising energy prices, posing serious concerns. The bank’s focus on inflation control over economic growth comes amid Nigeria’s worst cost-of-living crisis in decades, exacerbated by government cuts to petrol and electricity subsidies.…
The Big Hash Shares How Nasty C’s “Bad Hair” Album Helped Him Navigate Life’s Challenges. In a heartfelt post, South African rapper The Big Hash recently opened up about the profound impact of Nasty C’s iconic album Bad Hair on his life. The Big Hash Shares How Nasty C’s “Bad Hair” Album Helped Him Navigate Life’s Challenges During what he described as one of the toughest periods he faced, the music became more than just entertainment; it served as a guiding light, urging him to persevere against overwhelming odds. “Life was drowning me, but the more I listened, it told…
Wes Streeting said, “The NHS is letting people down,” in a speech this week at the Labour conference on the future of the country’s healthcare system. During the speech, Mr Streeting unveiled some harrowing details about current NHS failures, including record-high deaths from cancer, long waiting lists, and low satisfaction rates. Criticising the Conservative handling of the NHS, Mr Streeting maintained: “I won’t back down. The NHS is broken but not beaten and, together, we will turn it around.”So, what were the key takeaways from his speech? Let’s take a look.Wes Streeting has comitted to reforming the NHSPA Wire1. The…
Rangers defenseman Ryan Lindgren will miss “at least a few weeks” with an upper-body injury sustained in Tuesday night’s win over the Islanders, head coach Peter Laviolette told reporters, including the New York Post’s Mollie Walker.Lindgren’s availability for the start of the regular season is now squarely in doubt. He did not return after fighting Islanders defenseman Scott Mayfield in the first period. The fight followed a knee-on-knee hit that Mayfield laid on Rangers center Filip Chytil, temporarily knocking him out of the game. He later returned and isn’t expected to miss any time. The 26-year-old Lindgren is no stranger to injuries.…
About 60 fans were held overnight and banned from the stadium as the Italian club played Dynamo Kyiv in Hamburg, German police said.Several supporters of Italian football club Lazio have been banned from attending their UEFA Europa League match against Dynamo Kyiv in Hamburg after German police seized weapons from them, the club and police said. The fans were stopped after attempting to evade a police escort near the city’s town hall and were subsequently searched by riot officers. “After the group attempted to evade police surveillance and ignored officers’ shouts, riot police stopped and checked the group,” a police…
NYC Mayor Adams indicted on federal criminal charges New York City Mayor Eric Adams was indicted by a grand jury on criminal charges Wednesday evening following escalating federal criminal investigations against his administration. Here’s what FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay knows from sources. NEW YORK – New York City Mayor Eric Adams has been indicted. Here’s a list of major investigations involving the mayor and his administration: November 2023: The FBI searches the home of Brianna Suggs, who was the chief of Adams’ campaign fundraising. According to the New York Times, the FBI was looking into whether the Adams campaign…
US President Joe Biden will visit Angola from October 13-15, marking his first trip to Africa since he was sworn into office. The visit will come after a trip to Berlin, where Biden intends to strengthen alliances and thank Germany for supporting Ukraine in its war against Russia. In Angola, Biden will meet President João Lourenço to discuss enhancing economic ties and improving security. The two will also discuss a potential rail project that will begin in Angola and connect the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. According to White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre, Biden’s impending visit highlights the evolving US-Angola…
Social Media Reacts To Actress Itumeleng Bokaba Earning 59 Cents For Vocals On Kwesta’s “Mayibabo.” South African social media platforms have been buzzing with reactions following actress and former Rhythm City star, Itumeleng Bokaba‘s revelation that she was paid a mere 59 cents for her contribution to Kwesta’s hit song, “Mayibabo.” The news has sparked widespread discussions about artist compensation in the SA music industry. Social Media Reacts To Actress Itumeleng Bokaba Earning 59 Cents For Vocals On Kwesta’s “Mayibabo” Bokaba took to TikTok to share a screenshot of the royalty payment, which she received for her vocals on the…