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Two pilots killed in military plane crash
Two pilots were killed in Vietnam Friday after their military plane crashed during a training session, an official told AFP.
No survivors in Indian military plane crash
India on Thursday said there were no survivors from a military plane crash last week in a remote mountainous region close to China.
Six dead in fire at Ukraine psychiatric hospital
Six people died when fire swept through a psychiatric hospital for war veterans in the Ukrainian city of Odesa, authorities said Tuesday.
UK leadership hopefuls vow to succeed where Theresa May failed on Brexit
The race to become Britain’s next premier opened Saturday with an array of hopefuls promising to succeed where Theresa May failed and finally pull the divided country out of the EU.
EU foreign ministers discuss Iran nuclear deal
EU foreign ministers are set to discuss efforts to keep Iran in line with its nuclear commitments on Monday.
Russia bans oil exports to Ukraine
Russian Prime Minister, Dmitry Medvedev, on Thursday said Russia has banned exports of oil and petroleum products to Ukraine, as well as certain Ukrainian imports.
NASRDA: Space technology relevant to SDGs
In commemoration of the International Day of Human Space Flight, the National Space Research and Development Agency (NASRDA) says space technology is relevant to the attainment of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Exxon weighs sale of Nigerian oil, gas fields
Exxon Mobil recently held talks on the sale of a suite of oil and gas fields in Nigeria as the company focuses on new developments in U.S. shale and Guyana, industry and banking, sources told Reuters.
Kazakhstan swears in new president
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev assumed the post of Kazakhstan’s president on Wednesday following the surprise resignation of veteran leader Nursultan Nazarbayev after three decades in power.
Kazakhstan’s president resigns after three decades
Kazakhstan’s President Nursultan Nazarbayev on Tuesday unexpectedly resigned after three decades in power, saying his oil-rich Central Asian nation now needed “a new generation of leaders”.
Vladimir Putin in Crimea as Russia marks five years since annexation
Russia on Monday marked the fifth anniversary of its annexation of Crimea from Ukraine, a move condemned by Kiev and its Western allies but celebrated by most Russians.
UK, Russia hold first talks in over a year
Junior foreign ministers from Britain and Russia met in Germany on Saturday in the highest-level contact between the two countries since an alleged nerve agent attack in Britain last March froze diplomatic relations.
South African government rally behind Caster Semenya on IAAF’s new gender rules
The South African government on Friday threw its weight behind Olympic 800 metres champion Caster Semenya ahead of next week’s landmark hearing against proposed rules that aim to restrict testosterone levels in female runners.
Grammy: Seun Kuti delivers thrilling performance
Afrobeats artist Seun Kuti pulled a thrilling performance at the premiere ceremony of the 61st Grammy Awards.
Japan’s premier Shinzo Abe strikes dovish tone on Russia at islands rally
Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe struck a conciliatory tone with Russia at an annual rally Thursday to demand the return of small northern isles claimed by both nations.
Uzbekistan gives visa-free entry to visitors from 45 countries
Uzbekistan on Friday granted visa-free entry to citizens of 45 countries to boost tourism, which the government views as vital for economic growth.
Pope Francis: reaching out to Muslims
Pope Francis has made dialogue with Islam a cornerstone of his papacy, which began in 2013, and visited several countries with large Muslim populations.
EU urges internet firms to intensify fake news fight
The EU on Tuesday urged advertising trade associations and US internet giants to intensify the fight against disinformation campaigns from suspects such as Russia, ahead of European elections in May.
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Police destroy illegally refined petroleum products in Warri
The Nigeria Police, Warri, Area Command on Friday destroyed unquantified Automotive Gasoline Oil (AGO) and Kerosene suspected to be illegally refined in Mason community, Warri South Local Government Area of Delta.
Greece intercepts boat with 77 migrants on board, arrests 2
The Greek coastguard on Friday said it has intercepted a boat with 77 migrants on board and detained two suspected smugglers.
Huawei delays launch of foldable Mate X following Galaxy Fold failure
The Chinese tech giant told CNBC and The Wall Street Journal that it was doing extensive testing to make sure the device was ready for consumers, and that the company was taking a “cautious” approach following the failed launch of Samsung’s own foldable device, the Galaxy Fold.
Juventus agree deal with Chelsea for Maurizio Sarri
Juventus have reached an agreement in principle with Chelsea over a deal for manager Maurizio Sarri to join the Italian champions, Sky Italia and the BBC reported.
Jonathan Woodgate confirmed as new Middlesbrough boss
Middlesbrough have announced that Jonathan Woodgate has taken over as the club’s new manager, replacing Tony Pulis.
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Enyimba claim 2018/19 NPFL title
Enyimba International Football Club claimed a record eighth title in emphatic manner on Wednesday in Lagos as they were crowned champions of the abridged 2018/2019 Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) season.
NGF: No position yet on state police
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) is yet to take a position on the issue of state police, the forum’s Chairman, Gov. Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has said.
Tottenham target Julian Draxler sees future at Paris Saint-Germain
Germany midfielder Julian Draxler has played down rumours linking him to Tottenham Hotspur and said he wants to stay at Paris Saint-Germain.
Paul Kagame: African leaders can end corruption
President of Republic of Rwanda, Mr Paul Kagame, says it is within the powers of African leaders to end corruption in the continent.
Sudan police fire tear gas as civil disobedience campaign begins
Sudanese police fired tear gas Sunday at protesters taking part in the first day of a civil disobedience campaign, called in the wake of a deadly crackdown on demonstrators.