Calls grow for Mayor Adams to resign amid probe There are new calls for NYC Mayor Eric Adams to step down following the federal investigation into his administration. FOX 5 NY’s Morgan McKay has the details. NEW YORK – Federal prosecutors scrutinizing a web of top officials in New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ administration subpoenaed the director of the city’s Office of Asylum Seeker Operations to testify before a grand jury. Molly Schaeffer, who coordinates the city’s efforts to get housing and social services for newly arrived migrants, received the subpoena at her Brooklyn home Friday, according to a…
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TORTOLA, BVI – The government of the Virgin Islands is marking a transformative step in immigration management and will launch the Online Embarkation/Disembarkation (ED) Card System next month. The online card system is a joint initiative between the Department of Immigration and His Majesty’s Customs, underscores the department’s dedication to modernise, digitise, and streamline immigration and customs entry procedures. The system is scheduled to go live on October 1 and become a mandatory requirement for all travellers by January 1, 2025. Premier and minister responsible for immigration and customs, Dr Natalio D. Wheatley said the Online ED Card replaces traditional…
Odunsi (The Engine) Lyrics”Back In Office” sets the tone for Odunsi’s new EP, Nigerian Boyfriend, and below are the lyrics to the track.Nigerian Boyfriend Cover ArtOdunsi (The Engine) – Back In Office LyricsIntroUhChorusJen rowo e lokeJen rowo e lokeJen rowo e lokeJen rowo e lokeVerseAlo ohSee as I enter like governerPretty gyal hear my tune and bounceLife, so sweet, so scandalousShawty said she wanna be my number-oneLooking and I’m searching for a containerBaba God bless me for real (Aje, aje, aje)All around the world, O.T.EGyal dem love me like they love creamShawty throwing tricks in thе back of the Beamer…
LeBron James has been vocal regarding his desire to share the court with his son, Bronny James. The Los Angeles Lakers veteran forward has been biding his time to check the last goal off his career to-do list. Earlier this week, LeBron got the first taste of what that dream will be like, as both he and Bronny returned to the Lakers practice facility to begin preparing for the upcoming season. During a recent “Gojo & Golic” podcast interview, LeBron detailed the first few sessions. Uncharacteristically, he admitted to losing focus when on the court as he tried to take mental…
We dive into the global housing crisis and explore how young people are finding creative ways to build community.As housing prices soar globally, more people are rethinking home ownership. Amid the crisis, creative solutions are emerging: friends are pooling resources to buy homes they could never afford alone. But it’s not just about finances – it’s also about community. In this episode, we explore the housing crisis and innovative approaches young people are adopting. We’ll hear from those embracing communal living and speak with housing experts who offer insight into global housing trends and potential solutions. Presenter: Anelise Borges Guests:Tara…
With the 2024 election looming, the first since the mass popularization of generative artificial intelligence, experts feared the worst: social media flooded with AI-generated deepfakes that were so realistic, baffled voters wouldn’t know what to believe. So far, that hasn’t happened. Instead, what voters are seeing is far more absurd: A video of former President Donald Trump riding a cat while wielding an assault rifle. A mustachioed Vice President Kamala Harris dressed in communist attire. Trump and Harris sharing a passionate embrace. AI is playing a major role in the presidential campaign, even if the greatest fears about how it…
TORONTO, Canada – Results from the world’s largest global survey on attitudes to dementia reveals stigma around the condition is worsening among the general public and even healthcare professionals. The World Alzheimer Report 2024 published by Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI) and underpinned by a survey analysed by the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), found a shocking 80 percent of the public still incorrectly believe dementia is a normal part of ageing rather than a medical condition, a 14 percent increase since the survey was last conducted in 2019. Furthermore, 65 percent of healthcare professionals still view dementia…
Aimee Alakija. Photo Credit: Aimee Alakija Gospel music sensation Aimee Alakija has released the stunning music video for her uplifting single, “Yahweh”. Directed by the talented Prince J. Arawole, this visual masterpiece brings the song’s themes of worship, reverence, and devotion to life. “Yahweh” is a soul-stirring ballad that showcases Aimee’s soaring vocals and heartfelt delivery. The song’s message of surrender and trust in God’s sovereignty resonates deeply, making it a beloved anthem among gospel music fans. The music video, shot in a serene and majestic setting, complements the song’s spiritual essence. Prince J. Arawole’s direction skillfully captures Aimee’s emotional…
Joel Embiid has been with the Philadelphia 76ers since being drafted with the third overall pick in 2014. The 2023 MVP is the Sixers’ crown jewel, having proved himself as arguably the most dominant big man in the NBA. On Friday, The Athletic’s Shams Charania reported that Embiid is signing a three-year contract extension with the Sixers. The extension is reportedly worth $193M, positioning the Sixers on the hook for $300M in salary over the next five years. Embiid will be 33 by the time he has to make a decision on his player option worth $69M. Securing Embiid’s long-term…
Indonesian police say Mehrtens has been flown out of mountainous Nduga and appears in good health.New Zealand pilot Phillip Mehrtens has been freed by rebels in Indonesia’s troubled eastern region of Papua 19 months after he was kidnapped. “Today, we have picked up pilot Phillip, who is in good health, and we flew him from Nduga to Timika,” Faizal Ramadhani, head of a special unit formed to handle the conflict in Papua, said in a statement on Saturday. Mehrtens is undergoing further health checks and a physiological examination, Indonesian police added. Fighters from the West Papua National Liberation Army (TPNPB)…