TRUMP ORDERS PROBE INTO RISING GASOLINE PRICES AMID MIDEAST OIL DISRUPTION U.S. President Donald Trump on Wednesday said he has ordered an investigation into major oil companies over rising gasoline prices, as his administration faces growing political pressure over the economic fallout from the ongoing Middle East crisis. Trump’s announcement comes amid public frustration in […]

US Mission warns Nigerian travellers to comply strictly with visa conditions The United States Mission in Nigeria has reminded Nigerian travellers in Nigeria to strictly comply with United States immigration laws and the terms of their visas while staying in the country. The Mission advised visa holders to ensure they remain in the United States […]

Two-Time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo Traded to Miami Heat in Blockbuster Deal Two-time NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo is headed to the Miami Heat in one of the most significant trades in recent NBA history, according to multiple reports published Monday night and Tuesday morning. The deal reportedly ends Antetokounmpo’s 13-year run with the Milwaukee Bucks, […]

A note sent to media organizations in connection with the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, the mother of NBC “Today” show anchor Savannah Guthrie, claimed that she died shortly after being abducted, according to multiple law enforcement sources familiar with the investigation. Authorities reportedly believe the message may be a genuine communication from those responsible for […]

Italy’s Foreign Minister Cancels US Trip After Trump Remarks About PM Giorgia Meloni Italy’s Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has cancelled a planned visit to the United States following controversial remarks by US President Donald Trump about Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, triggering a fresh diplomatic rift between Rome and Washington. The decision comes after Trump […]

NYC Horse-Carriage Debate Intensifies After Fatal Crash Rekindles Safety and Animal Welfare Concerns A fatal horse-and-carriage incident in New York City has reignited a long-running debate over the future of the city’s historic carriage industry, with animal welfare advocates calling for a complete ban while industry representatives argue for improved safety reforms. Animal rights campaigners […]

Rockstar Reveals GTA 6 Pre-Order Date and Official Cover Art Rockstar Games has officially revealed the pre-order date and cover art for the highly anticipated video game Grand Theft Auto VI, marking a major milestone in the countdown to one of the most awaited releases in gaming history. The announcement confirms that pre-orders will begin […]

Scotland Fans Bring Traffic Cone Tradition to Boston Statues During World Cup Celebrations Scotland supporters attending the 2026 FIFA World Cup in the United States have sparked fresh attention in Boston after placing bright orange traffic cones on several public statues around the city, continuing a long-running fan tradition that has become a signature of […]

Actress Known for ‘Lilo & Stitch’ Voice Role and ‘The Ring’ Ghost Performance Remembered The actress who voiced Lilo in Disney’s animated film Lilo & Stitch and later portrayed the iconic long-haired ghost in the US remake of The Ring has been highlighted for her early career performances that left a lasting mark on film […]

Apple to Raise Prices of Products as Memory Chip Costs Surge Apple has confirmed plans to raise the prices of its products as a global surge in memory and storage chip costs continues to squeeze the technology giant’s supply chain. The announcement was made by Apple CEO Tim Cook, who said the company is being […]

Obama Leads in Favorability, Far Ahead of Trump and Biden,SSRS finds that former President Barack Obama holds a significantly stronger public image than his two most recent successors in the Oval Office. The survey shows that 57% of Americans view Obama favorably, placing him well ahead of both President Donald Trump and former President Joe […]

Trump Signs US-Iran Peace Deal at Versailles, Pledges End to Nuclear Weapons Ambitions and $300bn Reconstruction Plan United States President Donald Trump has signed a memorandum of understanding with Iran aimed at ending months of conflict and establishing a framework for regional stability, economic recovery, and negotiations over Tehran’s nuclear programme. Speaking briefly to reporters […]

US Astronaut Christina Koch Wins Prestigious Spanish Award for Advancing Human Frontiers US astronaut Christina Koch, the first woman selected to take part in a lunar mission, has been named the winner of a top Spanish award in recognition of her contributions to space exploration and her role in “helping extend the frontiers of humanity.” […]

Tropical Storm Arthur Forms Off Texas Coast, Bringing Major Flood Threat to Gulf States Tropical Storm Arthur, the first named storm of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, has formed off the Texas coast and is forecast to bring a significant flood threat to several Gulf Coast states. The system developed in the western Gulf of […]

‘Are You Addicted to Ultra-Processed Foods Studies Warn of Rising Food Dependence in the US A growing number of people in the United States are being described as clinically addicted to ultra processed foods, according to a growing body of research examining compulsive eating patterns linked to highly engineered packaged foods. Scientists say these foods […]

Yum! Brands Sells Pizza Hut in $2.7bn Deal as Fast-Food Giant Reshapes Global Portfolio Yum! Brands has announced the sale of its Pizza Hut business in a deal valued at approximately $2.7 billion £2 billion, marking a major restructuring move for one of the world’s largest fast-food groups as it seeks to streamline operations and […]

Foiled White House UFC Event Attack Plot Allegedly Involved Explosive Drones and Snipers U.S. federal prosecutors have revealed details of an alleged plot to attack a major UFC event held on the grounds of the White House, saying the scheme involved explosive laden drones and plans to fire on “high-value targets” during the resulting chaos. […]

Eight Killed as US Air Force B-52 Bomber Crashes After Takeoff in California Eight people have been confirmed dead after a United States Air Force B-52 Stratofortress bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California’s Mojave Desert on Monday. According to a statement issued by the base, the aircraft was carrying […]

White House to Host UFC Fight Night as Trump Marks 250th US Anniversary Celebrations President Donald Trump is set to host a UFC Fight Night event on the grounds of the White House as part of celebrations marking America’s 250th independence anniversary, in an unprecedented blend of sports and national commemorations that has drawn both […]

Eleven Skydivers, Pilot Killed in Missouri Plane Crash Eleven skydivers and a pilot were killed after a plane crashed shortly after takeoff near Butler Memorial Airport in the US state of Missouri, authorities and the aircraft operator confirmed on Sunday. The aircraft, identified as a Pacific Aerospace 750XL single-engine turboprop operated by Skydive Kansas City, […]

Deadly Screwworm Parasite Resurfaces in Americas After Decades of Eradication Efforts A dangerous parasitic fly known as the screwworm, which infests the wounds and body openings of warm blooded animals, has re-emerged in parts of the Americas, raising alarm among veterinary and public health experts who warn of potential risks to livestock and humans. Screwworm […]

Spotify Removes Tens of Thousands of Fake Podcasts Promoting Illegal Online Pharmacies After Investigation Spotify has removed tens of thousands of fake podcast episodes promoting illegal online pharmacies after a series of investigations and other media organisations exposed widespread abuse of the platform, according to a new report and statements from lawmakers. The takedowns include […]

US Consumer Inflation Hits Fresh Three-Year High in MayUS inflation surged to a fresh three-year high in May as energy prices spiked across the economy. Rising fuel and energy costs drove the increase in prices, adding pressure on households in the world’s largest economy. US consumer inflation accelerated in May, reaching its highest level in […]

Model Alleges Kanye West Choked Her on Music Video Set, Says She Felt “Suffocated, Unsure and Scared” A model who alleges that rapper Kanye West choked her on the set of a music video has told the she was left feeling “suffocated, unsure and scared” during the incident, describing it as a distressing and unexpected […]