ABC
Serena returns to Wimbledon seeking eight title
Four weeks on from her run to the last 16 at the French Open, Serena Williams is back at Wimbledon, having missed last year’s event as she prepared for the birth of her daughter.
Australian government to reduce soft drink sugar levels
The Australian Federal Government has backed a contentious plan to reduce the sugar intake of soft drink consumers, prompting criticism from the medical industry.
UK royal wedding attracts over 29m viewers in US
Britain’s royal wedding of Prince Harry of Wales and U.S. actress Meghan Markle attracted over 29 million TV viewers in the U. S. and 6.9 million interactions on social network, according to ratings issued Sunday by U.S. information and measurement company Nielsen Media Research.
Grandparents, mum, four children shot dead in Australia
Three generations of a single family were identified Saturday as the victims of Australia’s worst mass shooting in 22 years, a murder-suicide which left seven people dead.
Disney to collaborate with Twitter on content
Twitter announced a deal Monday to collaborate with Disney on content, particularly live events from the entertainment giant's sports arm ESPN.
North Korea offers to shut nuclear test site in May, invite US experts
North Korea has promised to shut its atomic test site within weeks and invite American weapons experts to verify its closure, Seoul reported Sunday, as new US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo said Washington had an "obligation" to pursue peace.
James Comey: Donald Trump ‘morally unfit’ to be president
Former FBI Director James Comey has accused US President Donald Trump of being "morally unfit" for the presidency and treating women like "pieces of meat" in his first television interview since being fired last year.
Donald Trump: James Comey’s ‘memos’ are self serving, fake!
Donald Trump launched into another furious Twitter tirade against James Comey on Sunday, hours before the broadcast of an extended interview with the fired former FBI director and with a memoir detailing his interactions with the president soon to hit US bookstores.
Educators: Using mobile phones, other devices at night risky for students
Using digital devices at night affects the sleeping habits of students and damages their mental health, Australian educators warned on Friday.
Donald Trump warns of ‘big price’ after suspected Syria gas attack
An alleged chemical attack that left dozens dead in Syria’s rebel-held town of Douma sparked international outrage Sunday, with US President Donald Trump warning there would be a “big price to pay”.
Australian premier asks states, churches to pay child sex abuse victims
Australian Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull on Friday asked states and territories, as well as churches, charities and other institutions to compensate victims of child sexual abuse.
Donald Trump signals controversial tariffs will go forward
US President Donald Trump on Sunday signaled his intent to move forward with controversial tariffs on steel and aluminum imports that have sparked fears of a trade war.
Oscars 2018: Full list of winners
Hollywood was sprinkled with stardust Sunday as cinema’s A-list came out for the Oscars.
At least 5 dead as storm brings wind, floods and snow to US Northeast
At least five people were killed after a major winter storm pounded the US East Coast on Friday, with strong winds, heavy rain and snow disrupting thousands of flights and forcing the closure of federal government offices in Washington.
Australian deputy premier steps down over extra-marital scandal
Embattled Australian Deputy Prime Minister Barnaby Joyce said Friday he would step down on Monday following a scandal which began when a newspaper revealed he had impregnated an ex-staffer during an extra-marital affair.
Valentine Day: Condoms sale increases by 70 percent – survey
As Nigerians joined the rest of the world to celebrate St Valentine’s Day on Wednesday, a survey has indicated that was about 70 per cent increase in the sale of condoms and contraceptives purchased mainly by fun seekers.
Donald Trump ‘shocked’ by allegations against aides – White House
The White House insisted Sunday that Donald Trump was "shocked and disturbed" by allegations of domestic abuse that led two staffers to resign, though the president said earlier that lives were being ruined by possibly false claims.
Minister inaugurates boards of 12 FCT agencies, parastatals
The minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Muhammad Bello, has inaugurated the newly-reconstituted boards of 12 agencies and parastatals under the FCT administration.
Recent Stories
Arbitration court orders Gabriele Volpi to pay self $360m of $600m owed by OODP...
The principals have chosen to speak as there were concerns that Volpi’s press release implied that they, Whitmore Limited, had a total indebtedness of $680 million.
Asiwaju Tinubu: Kayode Fayemi’s election is victory for Ekiti people
National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, (APC) Sen. Bola Tinubu, on Sunday said the election of Dr Kayode Fayemi in Saturday’s gubernatorial poll was a victory for the people.
Keeping father’s protest torch lit, Femi Kuti sees hope
Femi Kuti has spent his life railing in song against the ills holding back Africa. But these days he is feeling some optimism.
Governor Ajimobi: Kayode Fayemi’s victory a demonstration of Ekiti people’s faith in APC
Oyo State Governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, has described the victory of Dr. Kayode Fayemi in the just-concluded gubernatorial election in Ekiti State as a demonstration of the people’s trust in the All Progressives Congress (APC) as a party that has the capacity to liberate the state from mis-governance and gross under-development.
Ekiti guber: Edo APC holds victory rally for Kayode Fayemi
The Edo State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), held a victory rally to celebrate the success of the party’s candidate in Saturday’s governorship election in Ekiti State, Dr. John Kayode Fayemi, who has been announced winner of the polls.
Most Popular
Kingsley Moghalu: Anti-Buhari coalition ‘allegiance of same old career politicians’
Kingsley Moghalu, a presidential aspirant of the Young Progressives Party (YPP), says what Nigerians need is a generational shift in governance and not allegiance to “same old career politicians”.
Federal government approves N35 billion for roads projects
This was disclosed by the minister of power, works and housing, Babatunde Fashola, after the federal executive council meeting presided over by President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa.
Britain’s Prince Louis to be christened in private ceremony
Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby, the spiritual leader of the world’s Anglicans, will lead the service at the Chapel Royal with close friends and family in attendance.
YIAGA monitors Ekiti polls with parallel tabulation methodology
Youth Initiative for Advocacy, Growth and Advancement (YIAGA AFRICA) has said it is employing parallel vote tabulation (PVT) methodology to complement the efforts of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Ekiti guber: Police not in support of any political party – spokesperson
The Nigeria Police Force has assured electorates in Ekiti State ahead of the July 14 election that the police will ensure adequate security noting that the force does not belong to any political party.