Neil Portnow
9 Nov 2023
An internationally known musician, who has previously graced the stage at Carnegie Hall, has filed a lawsuit against former CEO of the Recording Academy, Neil Portnow, alleging sexual assault. The lawsuit claims that the assault took place during a meeting between the two in New York City in 2018, in which the victim states she…
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The leaders of France, Germany and Poland called on Georgia Thursday to quickly probe "numerous irregularities" during a recent parliamentary poll won by the Russia-leaning ruling party but contested by the pro-Western opposition. In a joint statement, the EU countries' leaders said they were "deeply concerned by the numerous irregularities and voter intimidation" reported during…
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The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), Oyo State Command, on Wednesday staged a motorcade on the major roads in Ibadan metropolis to sensitise the public to the consequences of dangerous driving. The motorcade was part of the command’s 2024 Ember months activities lined up to achieve a significant reduction in road traffic crashes during 2024…
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The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has embarked on campaign to sensitise communities in the state against the dangers associated with smuggling of migrants and irregular migration. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the sensitisation, which was taken to various communities, central motor park and worship places, is titled: “Migrants smuggling is dangerous: Do…
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US President Joe Biden will make a painful address to the nation Thursday, vowing a peaceful transfer of power to Donald Trump after his political nemesis scored a crushing election win over Kamala Harris. In what promises to be an agonizing moment for Biden, he will speak in the Rose Garden of the White House…
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Niger State Government has presented five metal fifty-seater boats to riverine communities to forestall frequent boat accidents that claimed lives. Special Adviser on Digital Media and Strategy to the Niger State governor, Abdullberqy Usman Ebbo, disclosed this while speaking to Prestige FM Radio Minna after the presentation in Wuya community of Gbako local council. Ebbo…
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Iran on Thursday called Donald Trump's victory in the US presidential election an opportunity for the United States to reassess past "wrong policies". Trump, who is set to return to the White House in January after defeating US Vice President Kamala Harris in Tuesday's election, had pursued a "maximum pressure" strategy on Iran during his…
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Taipei will help Taiwanese firms relocate their China-based production plants if President-elect Donald Trump carries out his threat to impose a 60 percent tariff on Chinese-made goods, the island's economic ministry said Thursday. Trump's victory in the US presidential election has left world leaders, business owners and stock markets grappling with the potential impact of…
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The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in Kogi State is collaborating with the Kogi State House of Assembly to enlighten the people of the State about the dangers of drug abuse and other drug-related menace in the society. The NDLEA Commander in the State, Umar Mustapha Yahuza, stated this during a working visit to…
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The death of the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lt.-Gen. Taoheed Lagbaja, has thrown his native Ilobu Community into deep mourning. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) correspodent, who was in the town on Wednesday, reports that the whole area looked unusually calm. At the Palace of the Olobu of Ilobi Land, Oba Ashiru Olaniyan,…
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The Northern States Governors’ Forum has conveyed heartfelt condolences to President Bola Tinubu over the passing of Lt.-Gen. Taoreed Lagbaja, Chief of Army Staff, who died Tuesday after a prolonged illness. Gov. Inuwa Yahaya of Gombe State, Chairman of the Forum, described Lagbaja as a distinguished officer who served Nigeria with remarkable courage and dedication.…