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10/11/2026

Trump to Zelenskyy: “Ukraine Needs a New President”

US President Donald Trump has called on Ukraine to get a new president, accusing Volodymyr Zelenskyy of repeatedly missing opportunities to negotiate an end to the war with Russia.

Speaking on Saturday, Trump said Ukraine needed a leader who could reach a peace deal with Moscow.

He claimed Zelenskyy had several opportunities to end the conflict but failed to take them.

“I think it’s time for Ukraine to get a new president,” Trump said.

The US president also insisted that the war would never have started if he had been in office at the time.

Trump further criticized Ukraine’s attacks on Russian energy infrastructure, particularly oil refineries.

He warned that strikes on fuel facilities could worsen global diesel shortages and drive up costs for American farmers and ranchers.

According to Trump, his administration had urged Ukraine to avoid targeting diesel supplies because of concerns about fuel shortages.

On Friday, Trump announced a deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin to purchase diesel from Russia, in a move aimed at addressing rising fuel prices ahead of the US midterm elections.

However, the reported deal has drawn criticism from Ukrainian and European officials, who argue that buying Russian fuel would help finance Moscow’s war against Ukraine.

Meanwhile, diesel prices have surged amid disruptions to global oil supplies, particularly difficulties transporting oil from the Middle East since the start of the Iran war.

With Trump calling for a change in Ukraine’s leadership and criticizing Kyiv’s military strategy, tensions over how to end the war continue to grow.

Do you think a peace deal between Russia and Ukraine is possible under the current circumstances? Share your thoughts in the comments.

10/01/2026

A flight carrying 175 people reportedly plunged 17,000 feet after a pilot allegedly stabbed his own co-pilot — then appeared to try to take control of the aircraft.

Passengers were screaming as chaos erupted thousands of feet in the air aboard a Flydubai flight travelling from the United Arab Emirates to Israel.

According to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, one pilot stabbed his co-pilot before allegedly attempting to disable the aircraft’s controls.

Passengers heard screaming and felt the plane rapidly descend about 17,000 feet in just two minutes.

One passenger, Yaniv Hayoun, said he and others forced their way into the cockpit and found the attacker at the controls.

Hayoun said he grabbed the attacker and pulled him away, while other passengers and crew members fought to subdue him.

The injured co-pilot, Indian national Captain Smit Machchhar, reportedly managed to open the cockpit door despite being seriously wounded, helping passengers overpower the attacker.

The plane eventually made an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia.

All other passengers were reported safe.

Authorities are investigating the incident, but the motive remains unclear.

09/17/2026

Veteran Nollywood actor Olu Jacobs has died at the age of 84.

The death of the highly respected Nigerian actor was announced by his son, Olusoji Jacobs, in an Instagram post shared on Wednesday, September 16.

Olu Jacobs was one of Nigeria’s most celebrated actors, with a legendary career spanning more than five decades across Nigeria and the United Kingdom.

Born in 1942, Jacobs was trained at the prestigious Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London, before appearing in several British television productions, including The Goodies and The Professionals, as well as international films.

He returned to Nigeria in the 1980s and became one of the pioneers of the Nigerian film industry, later known as Nollywood.

Jacobs became particularly famous for portraying kings, traditional rulers, fathers, and other authoritative characters, becoming a beloved figure among generations of Nigerian movie lovers.

Together with his wife, veteran actress Joke Silva, Olu Jacobs co-founded the Lufodo Academy of Performing Arts, helping to train and develop aspiring performers in Nigeria.

Throughout his remarkable career, Jacobs received numerous honours, including the African Movie Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role and several lifetime achievement awards.

In 2011, he was also conferred with the national honour of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic, MFR, in recognition of his contribution to the Nigerian film industry.

In his later years, Jacobs largely stayed away from the public spotlight due to health challenges.

In 2021, his wife, Joke Silva, revealed that he had been diagnosed with Dementia with Lewy Bodies, a progressive neurodegenerative condition.

Silva described the condition as a degenerative disease affecting the brain and said caring for her husband had been difficult for both him and the family.

There had also been several rumours about Olu Jacobs’ death over the years.

In June 2024, his eldest son, Soji, appeared on television to dismiss reports that his father had died, confirming at the time that he was still alive.

Sadly, the family has now announced the death of the legendary actor at the age of 84.

Olu Jacobs is survived by his wife, fellow veteran actress Joke Silva, and their children.

His death marks the loss of one of the most recognisable and influential figures in Nigerian cinema.

May his soul rest in peace.

09/03/2026

After 30 Years of Mystery, Tupac’s Killer Finally Faces Justice

Former gang leader Duane “Keffe D” Davis has been found guilty of orchestrating the murder of legendary rapper Tupac Shakur, nearly 30 years after the superstar was killed in Las Vegas.

A jury found Davis guilty on one count of murder with a deadly weapon, for Tupac’s death in a drive-by shooting on September 7, 1996.

One of the key pieces of evidence presented in court was Davis’ own words.

Over the years, Davis repeatedly and publicly acknowledged that he was inside the white Cadillac from which the deadly shots were fired.

During the trial, jurors heard a recording of a 2008 police interview, in which Davis admitted that he was inside the vehicle when the shots were fired.

However, Davis maintained that he was not the person who pulled the trigger.

Prosecutors argued that Davis provided the gun and instructed members of his gang to shoot Tupac, following the beating of his nephew, Orlando Anderson.

Anderson, who denied involvement in Tupac’s murder, was later killed in an unrelated shooting in 1998.

During closing arguments, the prosecutor reminded jurors that Davis had spent years telling people that he was responsible for Tupac’s murder.

Those claims appeared in documentaries, his memoir, podcasts, and even a police interview.

The prosecution therefore urged the jury to take Davis at his own word and find him guilty.

But Davis’ defence team argued that his statements were nothing more than fiction, bravado, and exaggeration designed to sell books and make money.

As the guilty verdict was read out on Monday, August 30, 2026, Tupac’s family members became emotional inside the courtroom.

His sister was seen embracing one of the prosecutors, while other family members sat nearby in tears.

Tupac Shakur was just 25 years old when he was killed at the height of his career.

He went on to become one of the most influential voices in the history of hip-hop, selling more than 75 million records worldwide.

For nearly three decades, Tupac’s murder remained one of America’s most famous cold cases.

The mystery surrounding his death sparked countless theories and conspiracy stories, but there was never a conviction.

Until now.

The conviction of Duane “Keffe D” Davis marks a major development in a case that has fascinated hip-hop fans around the world for almost 30 years.

Davis is scheduled to be sentenced on October 13, 2026.

08/23/2026

VETERAN NOLLYWOOD ACTOR, OGOGO, IS DEAD
Veteran Nollywood actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, has died at the age of 66 after battling stage-four cancer.

His daughter, Kaira Taiwo, confirmed his death during an Instagram Live session on Sunday, August 23, 2026.

The heartbreaking news comes just days after his daughters, Kaira and Lima, publicly appealed for urgent medical assistance, revealing that their father was battling advanced cancer.

They had also disclosed that doctors could no longer administer chemotherapy because of his condition.

The family had earlier dismissed reports claiming that Ogogo had died.

But his daughter has now confirmed the tragic news.

His passing has sparked an outpouring of tributes from fans, colleagues, and prominent figures across the Nigerian entertainment industry.

Ogogo was one of the most respected figures in Yoruba-language Nollywood, with a career spanning several decades as an actor, producer, director, and screenwriter.

His contribution to the Nigerian film industry leaves behind a lasting legacy.

May his soul rest in peace.

08/14/2026

FORMER CAMBRIDGE PROFESSOR JASON ARDAY FOUND DEAD AT 41

Jason Arday, the former University of Cambridge professor, has been found dead at an address in Battersea, south London.

The 41-year-old was found unresponsive on Friday afternoon after the Metropolitan Police were called by the London Ambulance Service at around 3:12pm.

Police said he was pronounced dead at the scene. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by officers.

Authorities said his death is being treated as unexpected but not suspicious, with a file to be prepared for the coroner.

Arday had a distinguished academic career, holding positions at the University of Roehampton, Durham University and the University of Glasgow before becoming a professor of sociology of education at Cambridge. He was widely reported as the university’s youngest Black professor.

He resigned from his Cambridge position on August 5, following allegations of plagiarism and questions surrounding aspects of his academic record. Arday denied wrongdoing, while Cambridge subsequently launched an investigation into his appointment and tenure.

His resignation came just days before news of his death, amid intense public scrutiny.

Cambridge Vice-Chancellor Professor Deborah Prentice said the university was “desperately saddened” by the news and expressed condolences to Arday’s family and friends.

His memoir, “Great and Unfortunate Things,” was also recently published in the United States, with a UK release scheduled for later this month.

May he rest in peace.

08/04/2026

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07/09/2026

Nigeria Ends OIS Visa Services in the United States
The Nigeria Immigration Service has officially announced the immediate disengagement of Online Integrated Solutions (OIS Services) as the operator of Nigeria’s Visa Application and Submission Centres across the United States.

This means that Nigerians in the diaspora and other travellers who need a Nigerian visa can no longer submit their applications through OIS Services.

Instead, all visa applications must now be submitted directly at:
The Embassy of Nigeria in Washington, D.C.
The Nigerian Consulate in New York
The Nigerian Consulate in Atlanta

The Consulate General of Nigeria in New York has also confirmed that OIS has stopped collecting and submitting visa applications on behalf of the Nigerian government.

For years, OIS handled visa processing, biometric capture, and document submissions for applicants across several U.S. cities, including Washington, Houston, Atlanta, Los Angeles, and New Jersey.

So far, the Nigeria Immigration Service has not disclosed the reason behind the sudden decision.

If you have already started a visa application through OIS or plan to travel to Nigeria soon, you are advised to contact the Nigerian Embassy or the nearest Consulate for updated guidance.

06/22/2026

UK Prime Minister, Keir Starmer resigns.
The United Kingdom is witnessing a major political shake-up as Prime Minister Keir Starmer has officially announced his resignation, less than two years after leading the Labour Party to a historic landslide victory in the 2024 general election.

Speaking outside 10 Downing Street on Monday, an emotional Starmer said he had accepted that many within his party no longer believed he was the right person to lead Labour into the next election. He stated that every decision he made was aimed at putting Britain first and that stepping down was in the best interest of the country and his party.

Starmer will remain as caretaker Prime Minister until a new Labour Party leader is chosen in the coming weeks. The leadership contest is expected to begin in July, with former Greater Manchester Mayor, Andy Burnham, widely seen as the favorite to take over.

The resignation follows months of growing pressure from Labour lawmakers after a series of disappointing election results, declining public approval ratings, policy U-turns, and internal party divisions. Labour reportedly suffered heavy losses in local elections earlier this year, while support for the rival Reform UK party continued to rise.

06/21/2026

Newyorkers It’s the LAST DAY to vote in !

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Voting is open to ALL New Yorkers 11 and older regardless of immigration status.

It only takes a couple minutes, but the ideas selected will make a lasting impact.

TELL EVERY NEW YORKER YOU KNOW to vote before the ballot closes at MIDNIGHT at on.nyc.gov/pb

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