U.S. embassy in Nigeria suspends operations
The U.S. Mission in Nigeria has suspended regular operations and social media updates due to the ongoing U.S. government shutdown.
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US government shuts down as Congress fails to approve funding deal
The US government shut down Wednesday after Congress and President Trump failed to resolve a budget impasse, leaving hundreds of thousands of workers affected.
Tems tops charts as bestselling female African artist in the US
Tems becomes the bestselling female African artist in the US, highlighting the growing global influence of African music.
Potential U.S. shutdown may favor stock buyers – Expert
While some investors rushed into gold or money market accounts, Robert Conzo of The Wealth Alliance explains why he believes a potential shutdown offers buying opportunities for equity investors
Putin fears U.S. space weapons from Golden Dome
Putin and China oppose Trump’s Golden Dome missile shield, warning it threatens nuclear deterrence and could reignite an arms race.
Hegseth slams ‘fat generals,’ orders biannual fitness tests for US military brass
US Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has unveiled sweeping fitness reforms, declaring it “unacceptable” for overweight generals and admirals to lead the armed forces. He announced that all ranks will now undergo physical training and weight checks twice a year.
American woman dies in Warri after visiting Delta lover
A 60-year-old American woman, Jacqueline Bolling Elton, has died in Warri, Delta State, after travelling to visit her Nigerian partner.
North Korea, China vow closer ties and joint resistance to U.S influence
North Korea and China agreed to strengthen ties and resist “hegemonism,” signaling a united front against the United States following the Kim-Xi summit and military parade in Beijing.
US eyes 100% tariffs on foreign drugs…
Foreign-made drugs could soon face 100% US import tariffs, but that figure is likely an opening bid in negotiations — and there are still compelling ways to invest in healthcare, Impax Asset Management’s Nathan Moser says
Trump announces 100% tariff on foreign-made movies
President Donald Trump has renewed his pledge to impose a 100% tariff on foreign-made films entering the U.S., a move that could disrupt Hollywood’s global business model.