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Former US President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 99
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Former US President Jimmy Carter Passes Away at 99

Aisha AdedunmolaJuly 23, 2024July 23, 2024

Former President of the United States, Jimmy Carter, a passionate advocate for human rights, democracy, and peace, passed away peacefully…

Microsoft Reports 8.5 Million Devices Affected by Global IT Outage
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Microsoft Reports 8.5 Million Devices Affected by Global IT Outage

Aisha AdedunmolaJuly 23, 2024July 23, 2024

Microsoft reported on Saturday that approximately 8.5 million computers and devices worldwide running Windows were impacted by a recent global…

President Biden Announces Decision Not to Seek Reelection in 2024
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President Biden Announces Decision Not to Seek Reelection in 2024

Staff WriterJuly 21, 2024July 21, 2024

In a significant announcement today, President Joseph R. Biden Jr. informed the nation that he will not seek reelection in…

Global Childhood Immunization Coverage Stalled in 2023 – UNICEF
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Global Childhood Immunization Coverage Stalled in 2023 – UNICEF

Staff WriterJuly 16, 2024July 16, 2024

Global childhood immunization coverage saw a significant setback in 2023, with an additional 2.7 million children un- and under-vaccinated compared…

Trump assassination attempt: What we know about the 20-year-old suspect
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Trump assassination attempt: What we know about the 20-year-old suspect

Aisha AdedunmolaJuly 15, 2024July 15, 2024

The man identified as the shooter in the apparent assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump was a 20-year-old from a Pittsburg…

Sir Keir Starmer Takes Office, Promises Immediate Action
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Sir Keir Starmer Takes Office, Promises Immediate Action

Aisha AdedunmolaJuly 5, 2024July 5, 2024

In his inaugural address as prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer wasted no time emphasizing the urgency of the challenges facing…

Labour Sweeps to Power as Rishi Sunak Concedes Election Defeat
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Labour Sweeps to Power as Rishi Sunak Concedes Election Defeat

Aisha AdedunmolaJuly 5, 2024July 5, 2024

Keir Starmer and his centre-left Labour Party clinched a resounding victory in the UK parliamentary elections, signaling an end to…

Thailand Emerges as Preferred Banking Hub for Myanmar Junta Amid Military Assaults, UN Expert Reports
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Thailand Emerges as Preferred Banking Hub for Myanmar Junta Amid Military Assaults, UN Expert Reports

Aisha AdedunmolaJune 27, 2024June 27, 2024

Thai banks have become the primary source for the Myanmar military to purchase weapons and military supplies, including parts for…

International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Russian Officials Shoigu and Gerasimov
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International Criminal Court Issues Arrest Warrants for Russian Officials Shoigu and Gerasimov

Aisha AdedunmolaJune 27, 2024June 27, 2024

The International Criminal Court (ICC) has issued arrest warrants for former Russian Defense Minister Sergei Shoigu and Chief of the…

Attempted Coup in Bolivia Fails After President Calls for Mobilization
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Attempted Coup in Bolivia Fails After President Calls for Mobilization

Aisha AdedunmolaJune 27, 2024June 27, 2024

Bolivian President Luis Arce faced down a brief attempted coup Wednesday, urging the public to “organize and mobilize” in defense…

Putin Visits North Korea, Pledges to Overcome Sanctions
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Putin Visits North Korea, Pledges to Overcome Sanctions

Aisha AdedunmolaJune 18, 2024June 18, 2024

Russian President Vladimir Putin is embarking on a rare trip to North Korea, aiming to bolster ties with a longstanding…

Christophe Deloire, Reporters Without Borders’ Chief Passes Away at 53
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Christophe Deloire, Reporters Without Borders’ Chief Passes Away at 53

Aisha AdedunmolaJune 12, 2024June 12, 2024

Christophe Deloire, renowned for his relentless efforts in advocating for press freedom worldwide as the head of Reporters Without Borders…

Palestinians Seek to Join South Africa’s Genocide Case Against Israel
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Palestinians Seek to Join South Africa’s Genocide Case Against Israel

Aisha AdedunmolaJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Palestinian officials have applied to join South Africa’s case at the International Court of Justice (ICJ), accusing Israel of genocide…

Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Extends Africa Tour, Arrives in Congo
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Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov Extends Africa Tour, Arrives in Congo

Aisha AdedunmolaJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov embarked on the next leg of his African tour, touching down in Congo late Monday.…

South Korea Expands Development Aid to Africa, Eyes Cooperation on Critical Minerals
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South Korea Expands Development Aid to Africa, Eyes Cooperation on Critical Minerals

Aisha AdedunmolaJune 5, 2024June 5, 2024

South Korea will expand development aid to Africa and pursue deeper cooperation with the region on critical minerals and technology,…

Nepal’s Phunjo Lama Sets Record for Fastest Ascent of Mount Everest by a Woman
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Nepal’s Phunjo Lama Sets Record for Fastest Ascent of Mount Everest by a Woman

Aisha AdedunmolaMay 29, 2024May 29, 2024

Nepal’s Phunjo Lama has etched her name in the annals of mountaineering history by breaking the world record for the…

Melinda French Gates Pledges $1 Billion to Women’s Rights Causes
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Melinda French Gates Pledges $1 Billion to Women’s Rights Causes

Aisha AdedunmolaMay 29, 2024May 29, 2024

Billionaire philanthropist Melinda French Gates has pledged a substantial $1 billion commitment over the next two years to support women’s…

FTC Launches Probe into TikTok’s Privacy and Security Practices
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FTC Launches Probe into TikTok’s Privacy and Security Practices

Aisha AdedunmolaMay 28, 2024May 28, 2024

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated an investigation into TikTok’s privacy and security practices, as revealed by two undisclosed…

Iranian President, Foreign Minister Killed in Helicopter Crash
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Iranian President, Foreign Minister Killed in Helicopter Crash

Aisha AdedunmolaMay 20, 2024May 20, 2024

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian tragically died in a helicopter crash in the northwestern province of…

TikTok Takes Steps to Label AI-Generated Content
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TikTok Takes Steps to Label AI-Generated Content

Aisha AdedunmolaMay 10, 2024May 10, 2024

In a bid to address concerns regarding the spread of misinformation, TikTok has announced its decision to label content created…

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