Events
8 Feb
Fakhri Barghouti grimaced in pain as an exultant crowd lifted him onto their shoulders next to his son Shadi, released from an Israeli jail on Saturday under a Gaza ceasefire deal. Though Barghouti, 71, shed tears of joy at seeing his son, he was also in physical pain. The night before, Israeli forces stormed his…
8 Feb
El Salvador's Congress, with support from anti-gang crusader President Nayib Bukele, has approved tougher punishments for corruption and several violent crimes, including doubling the maximum prison sentence for murder to 60 years. Bukele has carried out a sweeping crackdown on crime, including rounding up suspects without warrants and opening a maximum-security prison -- Latin America's…
8 Feb
Horror swept through the crowd of onlookers in Tel Aviv's "Hostage Square" on Saturday as the three emaciated faces of hostages freed by Hamas in Gaza appeared on screen. Ohad Ben Ami, Eli Sharabi and Or Levy appeared to the crowds of supporters, on the huge display in the square, flanked by Hamas fighters during…
8 Feb
Lebanon's presidency announced on Saturday that a new government had been formed, after more than two years in which an interim cabinet had led the crisis-hit country. President Joseph Aoun signed a decree "to form a government of 24 ministers", the presidency said in a post on X. It also announced two other decrees, in…
8 Feb
Ismaili Muslims said a last goodbye on Saturday to their late spiritual leader, Aga Khan IV, at a private funeral ceremony in Lisbon attended by dignitaries and foreign leaders. Prince Karim al-Husseini, 88, died on Tuesday. He was regarded as a direct descendent of the Prophet Mohammed and enjoyed near divine status as the 49th…
7 Feb
President Donald Trump on Friday said USAID should "close," in an escalation of his already unprecedented campaign to dismantle the massive government aid agency. "THE CORRUPTION IS AT LEVELS RARELY SEEN BEFORE. CLOSE IT DOWN!" Trump wrote in a trademark all-caps statement on his Truth Social app. Trump, who began his second term last…
7 Feb
Amid dangerous weather conditions, authorities have launched a search for a Bering Air Caravan plane with 10 people on board which vanished over Alaska. The aircraft, which was travelling from Unalakleet with nine passengers and one pilot on board, was declared missing after it disappeared from radar and failed to arrive at its destination in…
7 Feb
President Donald Trump of the United States on Thursday unveiled a task force to eradicate anti-Christian bias in government, intensifying a right-wing crackdown since returning to power.
6 Feb
US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Wednesday seeking to ban transgender athletes from participating in women's sports, in his latest move targeting transgender people since returning to office. "From now on women's sports will be only for women," Trump said before he signed the order at the White House, surrounded by dozens…
5 Feb
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar on Wednesday accused the UN Human Rights Council of anti-Semitism as he announced Israel would boycott of the United Nations body. "This body has focused on attacking a democratic country and propagating anti-Semitism, instead of promoting human rights," Saar said in a post on X. The minister cited Israel being…
5 Feb
Germany's former chancellor Angela Merkel on Wednesday urged politicians to dial back tensions ahead of elections this month after her centre-right CDU party sparked uproar by accepting the far right's support. "There is a degree of polarisation (and) turmoil," she said in a live interview with the Die Zeit newspaper. "I think that has occupied…
5 Feb
Argentina will leave the World Health Organization (WHO) due to the mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic, a spokesman for right-wing populist President Javier Milei said on Wednesday. The decision comes two weeks after President Donald Trump made the announced on the first day of his second term,that the U.S would leave the UN health body.…
Guardian Life
1 day ago
Putting things off till later is something we all do once in a while. But when it turns into a daily habit, it starts affecting our progress. No matter how hard we try, we may not completely avoid procrastination. However, we can learn how to limit it and get things done when they should be…
1 day ago
To be honest, Nigerians are daring and adventurous at the same time, especially with food. We all have that secret food combo we absolutely love but won’t boast about in the open because, as the name implies—it’s weird! If you want to put your taste buds up for a challenge, see the weirdest yet tastiest…
1 day ago
Omowunmi, widow of Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has accused her late husband’s father, Joseph Aloba, of attempting to take control of the singer’s properties. The ongoing dispute between both parties initially centered on the paternity of her son, Liam, with Aloba insisting on a DNA test. Despite a Magistrate's Court ruling in Ikorodu…
1 day ago
It’s frustrating and demoralising knowing you have dark armpits. But nature offers safe and effective solutions. Instead of using harsh chemicals, a blend of turmeric, lemon, baking soda, and honey can help brighten and even out the skin tone. The ingredients work together to exfoliate, lighten pigmentation, and nourish the skin. Why the combo works…
1 day ago
Nigerian music star Ayra Starr has etched her name in the record books, becoming the first female artiste in 16 years to win the Best African Music Act at the 2025 MOBO Awards. The award ceremony, which recognises excellence in Black music and culture, took place in Newcastle, United Kingdom. The ‘Rush’ crooner didn’t stop…
Music
3 days ago
Mr. Segun Ajayi-Kadir, Director-General, Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN) says seven manufacturing sectoral groups showed improvements in confidence levels in the fourth quarter of 2024. He made the assertion on Monday in Lagos via the Manufacturers CEO Confidence Index (MCCI). The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the MCCI is a barometer used to…
3 days ago
Pope Francis would remain in hospital, his clinical condition is complex, the Holy See’s news service said on Monday. On Friday, after the end of his morning audiences, the Pope went to Gremelli Hospital in Rome for diagnostic tests and treatment for bronchitis, the Holy See said. “The results of tests conducted in recent days…
3 days ago
Global music star, Shakira, has pulled out of her highly anticipated concert in Lima, Peru, after being rushed to the hospital with severe abdominal pain. The unexpected health scare forced the 48-year-old star to cancel her performance, which was part of her long-awaited world tour. The Colombian singer, known for hits like “Hips Don’t Lie”…
4 days ago
At just 26, DJ Khalipha is reshaping Nigeria’s electronic dance music scene with his pioneering genre—originally known as Mara and now rebranded as Street House. In this exclusive interview, he discusses his early passion for DJing, his creative process, and his ambitious vision for the future of Nigerian EDM. Nigeria’s electronic dance music (EDM) scene…
4 days ago
Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has made history as the first African female artiste to surpass 1 billion streams on Spotify. She achieved this milestone through her contribution to Future’s hit song 'Wait For U', which also features Canadian rapper Drake. Released in May 2022, the track samples Tems’ song Higher and…
Film
2 days ago
The Nigerian box office experienced a major shake-up over the weekend (February 14–16) as Captain America: Brave New World dominated the charts with a record-breaking opening, raking in ₦137.5 million. According to a report on Monday by the Box Office via their x page, Nollywood also had a strong showing with Reel Love, which pulled…
3 days ago
The 2025 Bafta Awards took place on Sunday, February 16, at the Royal Festival Hall in London, celebrating the best in film. Below is the full list of winners: Best Film Winner: Conclave Nominees: Anora, The Brutalist, A Complete Unknown, Emilia Pérez Outstanding British Film Winner: Conclave Nominees: Bird, Blitz, Gladiator 2, Hard Truths, Kneecap,…
4 days ago
Papal thriller "Conclave" and immigrant epic "The Brutalist" on Sunday emerged neck-and-neck at the BAFTA awards with each film picking up four coveted gongs. "Conclave", directed by German-born Edward Berger, won the BAFTA for the best film with its tale of the intrigue and horse-trading behind the scenes during the election of a new pope.…
4 days ago
Love is a beautiful thing, and sometimes, the right movie can make you feel it even more. Whether you are watching alone or with someone special, the magic of the big screen makes every moment more special. From heartwarming romance to stories that tug at the heart, this February’s cinema releases will make you smile,…