Foreign Politics

Ruto Orders Crackdown on Foreigners Operating Small Businesses in Kenya

Kenyan President William Ruto has ordered a crackdown on foreigners operating small-scale businesses in the country, saying local traders and hawkers must be protected from unfair competition. Ruto directed authorities to begin shutting down foreign-owned small businesses from Monday, September 7, particularly hawking and small-scale retail activities. Speaking at State House in Nairobi, the President

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Foreign Politics

Trump Portrait Appears on New US $1 Coin

US President Donald Trump’s portrait has appeared on a new US $1 coin issued as part of celebrations marking America’s 250th anniversary. The United States Mint released the special coin on September 2, 2026, featuring Trump’s portrait alongside the inscriptions “LIBERTY,” “IN GOD WE TRUST” and “1776 ~ 2026.” The reverse side carries the Presidential

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Foreign Politics

New US Tariffs on Canadian Goods Take Effect Amid Trade Talks Breakdown

A fresh wave of US tariffs on a wide range of Canadian goods has taken effect following a last-minute breakdown in trade negotiations between the two countries. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the suspension of talks shortly before Friday’s deadline, saying Canada would respond with reciprocal tariffs on US goods “dollar for dollar.” Carney

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Foreign Politics

Rescuers Search for Survivors After Russian Drone Strike in Ukraine

Rescuers in Ukraine are continuing to search for survivors after Russian drones struck a major shopping centre in Kryvyi Rih. At least 16 people were killed and about 130 others injured when two drones hit the busy complex in quick succession, in what authorities described as a double-tap attack. Emergency teams are still searching through

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Foreign General Health

Italy Places 19 Cities on Highest Heat Alert as New Heatwave Sweeps Country

Italy has placed 19 of its major cities under the highest “red” heat alert as a fresh heatwave grips the country, prompting health authorities to warn of serious risks to public health. Cities under the maximum alert include Rome, Milan, Venice and Naples, with temperatures climbing into the mid-30s degrees Celsius across much of the

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Foreign General Health

WHO: DR Congo Records Largest Ebola Outbreak in History

The World Health Organization (WHO) says the ongoing Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo has become the largest in the country’s history. According to the WHO, as of July 30, the country had recorded 3,605 confirmed cases, including 1,587 deaths, representing a fatality rate of 44 percent. The UN health agency said the

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Foreign Politics

Six Killed as Ukraine, Russia Exchange Deadly Strikes

At least six people have been killed following fresh Ukrainian strikes on Russian-occupied territory and a village near the Russian border, as civilian casualties continue to rise in the more than four-year war. Authorities also reported that a Russian attack on a residential building in Ukraine’s Kharkiv claimed the life of one person. The latest

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Foreign General

Bangkok Bar Fire Kills 27, Leaves Eight Critically Injured

At least 27 people have been killed and eight others critically injured after a massive fire swept through a bar in Bangkok, Thailand. The fire broke out late Sunday near the stage of the entertainment venue in the city’s Chatuchak district before spreading rapidly, cutting off power and filling the building with smoke. Videos shared

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Foreign Politics

FG Condemns Killing of Two Nigerians in South Africa, Demands Justice

The Federal Government has condemned the killing of two Nigerian citizens in South Africa, describing the incident as unacceptable and calling for a thorough investigation. The government urged South African authorities to ensure those responsible are brought to justice and to strengthen measures protecting the lives and rights of Nigerians living in the country. It

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Foreign Politics

U.S. Congressman Says Washington Will Closely Watch Nigeria’s 2027 Elections

U.S. Congressman Riley Moore has said the United States will be paying close attention to Nigeria’s 2027 general elections, stressing the importance of ensuring that Nigerians are able to freely choose their leaders. Moore made the remark following a meeting between representatives of former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and his office in Washington, where discussions

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