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European Union Defence Commissioner Andrius Kubilius has issued a stark warning that Europe is still unprepared to effectively respond to a large scale Russian drone attack, stressing that the continent must urgently integrate Ukraines battlefield experience into its defence framework. Kubilius delivered the warning during a speech in Vilnius, where he criticised the slow pace of … Continue reading “Europe is not ready for Russian drone attack “ EU defence chief”

A Singapore court has sentenced a 26-year-old Australian man, Johnson Wen, to nine days in jail for rushing at pop star Ariana Grande during the Asian premiere of Wicked: For Good last week. The incident occurred at Universal Studios Singapore during the opening night of the film, where Grande and co-stars, including Cynthia Erivo, were present. … Continue reading “Singapore jails attention seeking Australian who rushed at singer Ariana Grande”

The Portuguese Football Federation (FPF) is reportedly set to appeal Cristiano Ronaldo’s red-card ban so he can play Portugal’s opening game of the 2026 World Cup. Ronaldo was sent off during Portugal’s 2-0 qualifier defeat at the Republic of Ireland on Thursday after lashing out and elbowing Dara O’Shea on the hour mark in Dublin. The 40-year-old’s length … Continue reading “Portugal ‘set to appeal Cristiano Ronaldo’s red card in hope he’s not banned for any World Cup match”

Ecuadoran voters have overwhelmingly rejected a proposal to allow the return of United States military bases to the country, delivering a major political setback to President Daniel Noboa. With around 75 percent of ballots counted, about 60 percent voted against lifting the longstanding ban on foreign military bases. The outcome blocks any possibility of the US … Continue reading “Ecuador voters reject return of US military bases”

US President, Donald Trump has expressed openness to new congressional sanctions against Russia – days after the Hungarian president said Trump had assured him his country could continue to import Russian crude oil. “Any country that does business with Russia will be very severely sanctioned,” Trump told journalists at Palm Beach Airport on Sunday evening, November … Continue reading “Any country that does business with Russia will be very severely sanctioned – Trump”

The spokesperson of the Nigeria Police Force, CSP Benjamin Hundeyin, has addressed feud-mongers he said are inciting inter-agency clashes, saying that security agencies are united in their unwavering commitment to securing the country.   He stated this on Monday, November 17, 2025 following reports of assassination attempt on a Nigerian Navy officer, Lt. A.M. Yerima in Abuja.   The … Continue reading “We remain focused as team players in securing our nation – Force PRO Hundeyin addresses ‘feud-mongers’ after report of assassination attempt on Yerima”

Social critics, Very Dark Man and Mr Jollof exchanged blows while onboard a United Nigeria flight from Asaba to Lagos state today November 17.  The two who are sworn enemies went all in, in the presence of other passengers.  VDM had approached jollof, while confronting him for saying hell slap him (VDM) some time ago. The confrontation … Continue reading “Another video showing VDM and Mr Jollofs fight in an aircraft surfaces”

Bandits have attacked Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School (GGCSS), Maga, Danko Wasagu area of Kebbi State, k!lling the Vice-Principal, Hassan Yakubu Makuku, and abducting unspecified number of students, Vanguard reports. A resident of Maga, Aliyu Yakubu, who confirmed this development to the publication, said the bandits invaded the school around 5am on Monday, November 17, … Continue reading “Bandits attack GGCSS Maga, kill vice Principal, abduct students”