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What happened after Nigeria's new president made an off-the-cuff remark during his inaugural speech? Chaos and snaking queues across the country at ... Show more https://bbc.in/3N6UtGF
Nigeria's fuel subsidy: How the new president has shocked the nation: Bola Tinubu has picked his first big fight with trade unions by deciding to scrap fuel ...
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Nigeria triples petrol prices after president says to scrap subsidy: Nigeria's state oil firm NNPC Ltd on Wednesday hiked petrol prices to as high as 557 naira ...
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Fuel Subsidy: Nigeria electricity workers to embark on nationwide strike: "Please note that withdrawal of Services nationwide commences from 0 ...
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Nigeria's fuel subsidy: How the new president has shocked the nation: Bola Tinubu has picked his first big fight with trade unions by deciding to scrap fuel ...
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Nigeria triples petrol prices after president says to scrap subsidy: Nigeria's state oil firm NNPC Ltd on Wednesday hiked petrol prices to as high as 557 naira ...
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Fuel subsidy not sustainable - APC governors: The APC governors say the federal government is working out measures to cushion the effects of the removal of fuel ...
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UPDATED: Fuel Subsidy Removal: NLC to embark on nationwide strike, protest: "...the NLC and all its affiliates will withdraw their services and commence ...
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Fuel subsidy not budgeted for in 2023 – Kyari tells APC: "There was subsidy in 2022 but in 2023, not a single naira was provided for the purpose of ...
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How fuel subsidy removal will reduce borrowing – Expert: "We are faced with a very tricky situation; if we continue with the subsidy ...
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Why subsidy removal must not deepen poverty - Amnesty International: "Many are concerned that they will be unable to meet the costs of education ...
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Fuel Subsidy: After meeting Tinubu's delegation, NLC insists on price reversal
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Nigeria: Why Subsidy Removal Must Not Deepen Poverty - Amnesty International: "Many are concerned that they will be unable to meet the costs of education ...
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Nigeria: Anger over high fuel prices, shortages | Africanews: Queues of vehicles waiting to refill stretched for several hundreds metres in some cities ...
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[JUST IN] Subsidy: NLC to begin nationwide strike Wednesday: The Nigeria Labour Congress will commence a nationwide strike Wednesday, The PUNCH reports.
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Subsidy: Be patient with Tinubu, ex-minister urges Nigerians: President Bola Tinubu announced the removal of the fuel subsidy during his inaugural speech on ...
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Subsidy: Support Tinubu's decision, group urges Nigerians: A group, the Arewa Youth Assembly, on Thursday, called for understanding, calm ...
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Fuel subsidy: Senator-elect hails Tinubu over 'removal' stance, says pain temporary
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FG, Labour meeting deadlocked as fuel price hits over N700/litre - Punch Newspapers
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Subsidy: Tinubu trying to stablise Nigeria, says Fayose: A former Ekiti State Governor, Ayodele Fayose, on Wednesday, said President Bola Tinubu is only trying ...
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Kenya helicopter crash kills country's military chief: A military helicopter carrying senior military officers crashed and caught fire, killing ten people.
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Fifteen members of the storied Kennedy political family endorsed US President Joe Biden at a Philadelphia campaign event, with some joining him onstage ...
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Quick Glance: Biden Secures Kennedy Family Endorsement Amid RFK Jr Controversy
- Fifteen members of the Kennedy political dynasty backed U.S. President Joe Biden at an event in Philadelphia, distancing themselves from Robert F. Kennedy Jr's independent candidacy.
- Biden, a Democrat, faces a rematch with Republican Donald Trump in November, with concerns arising over potential spoiler effects from Kennedy's candidacy as a prominent anti-vaccine activist.
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr, son of the late U.S. senator and presidential candidate, garners 15% voter support, contrasting with Biden's 39% and Trump's 38% in a recent Reuters/Ipsos poll.
- Kennedy family members are expected to assist local volunteers in supporting Biden's campaign, following their endorsement at an event in Philadelphia.
WATCH: Biden accepts endorsements from Kennedy family members at campaign event in Philadelphia
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Quick Glance: Biden Receives Kennedy Family Endorsements in Philadelphia
- President Joe Biden received endorsements from at least 15 members of the Kennedy political family during a campaign stop in Philadelphia to undermine Donald Trump and marginalize the candidacy of independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
- Kerry Kennedy, daughter of former Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy, niece of former President John F. Kennedy, and sister of the current presidential candidate, delivered the endorsements in Philadelphia, calling Biden her hero.
- The decision to highlight the Kennedy family's support more than six months from Election Day indicates how seriously Biden's team is taking a long shot candidate using his last name's lingering Democratic magic.
- Biden used the event to keep up the pressure on Trump, emphasizing the importance of the election not for himself, but to keep Trump out, stating the race was significant due to the potential consequences if they lose this election. The Kennedy family endorsements for Biden were hardly a surprise, as prominent members of the Democratic family did not politically align with Kennedy Jr.
RFK daughter on Biden endorsement: ‘This is the most important election of my lifetime’
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Kennedy family brushes off RFK Jr.’s campaign as they endorse Biden: President Joe Biden received the formal endorsement of more than a dozen members of the ...
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Comer: Criminal referrals in Biden probe could come ‘within weeks’: House Oversight and Accountability Committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) said Wednesday that ...
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Petrol and diesel back to nearly €2 a litre as drivers hit by biggest price rise this year
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Trump says 'We're behind Poland' as he meets President Duda: Polish President Andrzej Duda discussed Ukraine and the Middle East with Republican presidential ...
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Quick Glance: Trump to Meet Polish President Duda as NATO Leaders Push for Ukraine Support
- Presumptive Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump plans to meet with Polish President Andrzej Duda to discuss support for Ukraine.
- European leaders are concerned about Trump's critical stance towards NATO, especially after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
- Poland hopes Duda can leverage his friendly ties with Trump to garner more support for Ukraine.
- The relationship between Poland and the Biden administration, along with GOP criticism of Ukraine aid, are also topics of discussion.
Trump hush money jury selection resumes as lawyers probe for bias: Donald Trump is due in Manhattan court on Thursday as lawyers continue searching for jurors to ...
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US and UK issue new sanctions on Iran in response to Tehran's weekend attack on Israel
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Palestinian president rejected U.S. requests to hold off on UN membership vote: The UN Security Council is expected to vote as soon as Thursday on a draft ...
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Quick Glance: US Blocks UN Resolution for Palestinian Full Membership
- In the Security Council, 12 countries voted for a UN resolution recommending full Palestinian membership, with the US opposing and two countries abstaining.
- The US argued that Palestinian membership should result from negotiations between Israel and Palestinians to enable a two-state solution.
- The Palestinian delegation emphasized that UN membership is a crucial step for peace in the region and criticized the Israeli government for its rejection.
- Israel rejected the resolution and warned of its potential impact on future dialogues, especially in light of the recent escalation of violence in Gaza.
Biden calls Trump unfit to lead the military and is off on details of uncle's death
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Tinubu a proactive president — Nuhu Ribadu: Mr Ribadu says the Tinubu-led administration’s holistic framework is addressing insecurity and poverty,
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Tinubu directs inclusion of NOUN graduates in NYSC scheme, law school: President Bola Tinubu has directed the Ministry of Education to include graduates of the ...
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Tinubu meets Afenifere leader, vows tough action against threats to Nigeria’s sovereignty
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Tinubu lauds Dangote’s diesel price cut, foresees economic relief: President Bola Tinubu applauded Dangote Oil and Gas Limited for reducing the gantry price of ...
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Tinubu commends Dangote refinery on diesel price reduction: Mr Tinubu affirms that Nigerians and domestic businesses are the nation's surest transport and ...
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Biden suggests his uncle was eaten by cannibals after being shot down during WWII
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Quick Glance: Trump Narrows Gap with Young Voters, Biden's Lead Shrinks - Survey Results
- A new poll shows that former President Donald Trump continues to reduce his deficit with young voters compared to President Joe Biden.
- In the Harvard Youth Poll released on Thursday, Biden leads among 18- to 29-year-olds with 45 percent compared to 37 percent for Trump, while 16 percent are undecided.
- Biden holds a significant lead among likely voters who are non-white or female. He outperforms Trump by 47 points among college graduates and by 23 points among students.
- The survey also indicates that Trump's younger supporters are much more enthusiastic about the former president than their peers who support Biden, and that Biden's approval rating among young adults is only at 31 percent.
Biden backs Johnson plan for Ukraine, Israel; calls for vote this week: President Biden on Wednesday came out in support of Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La ...
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Quick Glance: Biden's Backing of House Aid Package for Israel and Ukraine
- President Joe Biden endorses an aid package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.
- Crucial bipartisan support emerges for the approval of $95 billion in funding for U.S. allies.
- The package includes economic assistance for Kyiv in the form of forgivable loans and enhanced monitoring of military funds.
- Democrats and progressives oppose aspects of the package, while some Republicans reject House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Dismissed Trump Juror Says Former President Not As 'Orange' As Expected: A juror identified only as "Kat" told MSNBC, "You know, he looked less orange ...
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Rejig your economic team, PDP tells Tinubu: The National Executive Committee of the Peoples Democratic Party on Thursday asked President Bola Tinubu to ...
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Tinubu approves national education data system: President Bola Tinubu has approved an extensive census of schools in Nigeria from primary to tertiary level ...
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VIDEO: Melaye, Ortom clash at PDP meeting over ex-gov’s support for Tinubu: Senator Dino Melaye, engaged in a altercation with former Governor of Benue State ...
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My purported suspension conspiracy against Tinubu in Kano — Ganduje: The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje, on Wednesday ...
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Biden administration to reimpose oil and gas sanctions on Venezuela: U.S. officials say that President Nicolás Maduro has not upheld his end of the bargain to ...
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Quick Glance: US to Reinstate Sanctions on Venezuela’s Oil and Gas Sector
- The United States will reimpose sanctions on Venezuela’s oil and gas sector due to the Maduro government's failure to allow 'an inclusive and competitive election' to take place.
- The US government decided not to renew the temporary authorization (General License 44) that allowed transactions with Venezuela's national oil and gas sector without fear of sanctions, citing the Maduro government's failure to uphold key areas of the 'Barbados Agreement.'
- While the impact of revoking the authorization could not be quantified, another authorization from 2022 allowing the oil company Chevron to resume limited resource extraction operations in Venezuela will remain in place.
- Despite reinstating sanctions, a US official emphasized that this should not be seen as a final decision on Venezuela's electoral capabilities, and efforts to support a better future for the country will continue.
Ukraine warns of WW3 ahead of long-stalled Congress aid vote: Denys Shmyhal tells the BBC his country desperately needs the US to approve long-stalled security ...
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The Biden Guide to Dressing Younger: Though much has been made of the president’s age, his tailoring tells another story. There are lessons to be learned here.
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A silent Trump glowers and stares during third day of criminal trial: This was not Donald Trump the business mogul or Donald Trump the 45th president – it was ...
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Tinubu backs record-chasing chess star Onakoya: President Bola Tinubu and other prominent citizens have backed chess Grandmaster, Tunde Onakoya ...
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The first 7 jurors have been selected for Trump's hush money criminal trial. 11 more are still needed
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Biden’s handling of Gaza shakes his support in the Black community: Some Black activists want voters to reject Biden over his Gaza policy. Others see Trump as a ...
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Maldives High Court overturns ex-President Abdulla Yameen’s prison sentence: Decision comes days before the Indian Ocean archipelago nation holds parliamentary ...
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Group asks APC to return chairmanship to North-central as Ganduje fights suspension
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West Africa: Ecowas Under Pressure to Reform: Coups, sanctions, and withdrawal of member states; the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) must ...
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Trump doesn't actually want to debate Biden. It's a distraction from his hush money trial.
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Joe Biden Taunts Trump Over Truth Social Stock Plunge As Crowd Laughs: The president trolled his campaign rival with a crack about Truth Social’s rapidly ...
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Jacob Zuma’s nine lives: How South Africa’s ex-president keeps coming back: Zuma has survived a series of political setbacks and legal challenges ...
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Fuel 'mix-up' in Taunton and Weston petrol stations: Drivers who filled up at Taunton's Greenway Motors Texaco and Asda Locking Express in Weston-super-Mare have ...
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UAE President orders study of infrastructure after record-breaking rains impact nation - News | Khaleej Times
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Quick Glance: UAE President calls for infrastructure review after unprecedented rainfall
- Following unprecedented rainfall in the UAE, all emirates are dealing with the aftermath of this natural disaster. The President emphasized the safety of citizens and residents as the country's top priority and subsequently ordered a review of the country's infrastructure.
- Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed has also instructed that assistance be provided to all families affected by the severe weather conditions, including relocating them to safe areas in collaboration with local authorities.
- Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, expressed gratitude for the safety of all individuals. He stated that under the care and guidance of the President, the country is in a state of "good health and safety."
- The leader also praised the dedication of the teams comprising citizens and residents who have persevered tirelessly. In conclusion, he highlighted how crises demonstrate the strength of nations and societies, with the recent climate emergency showcasing remarkable care, awareness, unity, and affection from all inhabitants towards every corner of the country. He prayed for the protection and perpetuation of the UAE's splendor, pride, and security.
Dr Anthony Fauci honoured for outstanding contribution to public health by Irish college
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Biden - and steelmakers - promise U.S. Steel will stay American: U.S. Steel and Japanese buyer Nippon Steel said the Pittsburgh-based firm will remain an "iconic ...
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Boeing makes its largest-ever sustainable aviation fuel purchase : US planemaker Boeing has announced it has made its largest ever the largest sustainable ...
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Self belief: I always knew I was built to be an entrepreneur : Eutycus Mwenda is the founder of Milestones Supplies, a fuel depot in Meru town.
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Biden Calls Out Sports Pay Gap Amid Caitlin Clark Salary Debate: President Joe Biden stepped into the conversation around WNBA first draft pick Caitlin Clark’s ...
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He’s A WHAT?!? Stephen Miller Schooled For Truly Weird New Claim About Donald Trump
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You’re being unreasonable, President Ruto tells striking medics: Doctors in the country have been on strike for five weeks now over pay and other issues.
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Ecowas Under Pressure to Reform: Following recent military coups in the region, the regional body Ecowas - once considered Africa's most institutionally ...
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Congressional committee grills Columbia University president on campus antisemitism
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Quick Glance: Columbia Leaders Questioned on Campus Antisemitism
- Columbia University leaders faced scrutiny from lawmakers regarding their actions against campus antisemitism.
- Congress members expressed disbelief over faculty members' statements and the university's response.
- University leaders expressed concern and promised changes to facilitate reporting incidents and enforcing rules.
- The hearing sparked debates on free speech, political context, and addressing antisemitism incidents in higher education.
Joe Biden calls for tripling of tariffs on Chinese steel: US also to probe Chinese shipbuilding as president’s re-election campaign fights for votes in ...
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Quick Glance: Joe Biden Calls for Significant Increase in Tariffs on Chinese Steel
- US President Joe Biden is pushing for an increase in tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminium to strengthen union support in the swing state of Pennsylvania.
- During a meeting with United Steelworkers union members in Pittsburgh, Biden calls on trade representative Katherine Tai to raise the tariffs from the current average of 7.5 percent.
- The main focus of the measures is to combat China's new export surge and the ongoing price pressure that makes it difficult for American steel companies to compete.
- The Biden administration's decision to increase tariffs is expected to impact recent efforts by Washington and Beijing to stabilize relations.
Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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Iran’s Raisi reiterates warnings as Israel mulls response to air attack: As the world calls for calm, President Raisi vows ‘slightest attack’ will be met with a ...
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Quick Glance: Israeli Push for Sanctions Against Iran Amid ‘Diplomatic Offensive’
- Israel has launched a “diplomatic offensive” against Iran, urging sanctions against the Islamic republic.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz has called on 32 countries to impose sanctions on Tehran as Israel considers a military response to Iran’s attack.
- Israeli military sources reported intercepting 99 percent of aerial threats with assistance from the United States and allies, causing only minor damage.
- Tensions are high as Israel ponders its reaction to Saturday's attack while Germany calls for new sanctions related to Iran's drone supply to Russia for use in Ukraine.
A jury that will decide Trump’s fate begins to take shape as first criminal trial powers ahead
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Quick Glance: Twelve Jurors Seated in Trump's Hush Money Trial
- A jury of 12 individuals was empaneled on Thursday in the landmark hush money trial of former President Donald Trump, bringing the proceedings closer to opening arguments and the commencement of weeks filled with compelling testimonies.
- The upcoming trial is anticipated to present unfavorable testimonies regarding Trump's personal life pre-presidency, including accusations of manipulating business records to suppress narratives in the final days of the 2016 election surrounding his intimate relationships.
- Central to the trial is a payment of $130,000 made by Cohen just before the 2016 election to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, aimed at preventing her allegations of a sexual encounter with Trump from being publicized in the campaign's final stretch.
- The selection of the jury holds paramount significance in any criminal proceeding, particularly so when the accused is a former president and the presumed Republican candidate. Potential jurors have undergone extensive scrutiny concerning their online presence, personal backgrounds, and political stances as legal representatives and the judge meticulously scrutinize for partialities that could compromise their impartiality.
Biden administration announces strategy to combat future pandemics with 50 country partnership
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Quick Glance: Biden admin partners with 50 nations to prevent future pandemics
- President Joe Biden's administration will assist 50 countries in identifying and responding to infectious diseases to prevent future pandemics like Covid-19.
- The U.S. will collaborate with countries to enhance testing, surveillance, communication, and preparedness for outbreaks.
- The announcement addresses the challenge of achieving a global agreement on responses to future pandemics.
- The U.S. government will involve multiple agencies to aid countries in refining their infectious disease response.
Biden Moves to Finalize Set of Student-Debt Rules: President Joe Biden’s administration is moving closer to finalizing its “Plan B” to offer broad relief for ...
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WATCH: Garland defends Biden's mental fitness and says he has 'complete confidence' in him
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Croatians vote in election pitting PM Plenkovic against President Milanovic: Exit polls expected minutes after voting ends at 7pm (17:00 GMT) ...
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Quick Glance: Croatians Choose Between PM Plenkovic and President Milanovic
- Croatians vote between PM Andrej Plenkovic and President Zoran Milanovic in parliamentary election
- Plenkovic and HDZ expected easy win, but Milanovic challenged them
- HDZ ruling party since 1991, supports Ukraine against Russia
- Corruption accusations, allegations, and political discrepancies shape election campaign
Biden targets wealthy in Pennsylvania tour with a hometown visit
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Russia’s Putin urges restraint in call with Iran’s Raisi as tensions soar: Russian president makes comments as Israel weighs its response to Iranian missile and ...
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Quick Glance: Call for Restraint: Putin Engages With Iran's Raisi
- During a phone call with Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, Russian President Vladimir Putin cautioned against further escalation in the Middle East, emphasizing the potential 'catastrophic consequences.'
- Putin expressed the expectation for all parties to exhibit reasonable restraint to prevent a new round of confrontation that could lead to 'catastrophic consequences' for the entire region, as outlined by the Kremlin's report on the call.
- The already tense situation in the Middle East heightened over the weekend following Iran and its allies launching over 300 missiles and drones towards Israel. Israel reported successfully intercepting 99% of the projectiles using air defense systems.
- Moscow and Iran share strong military and political ties. The call on Tuesday was initiated at the request of the Iranian side.
Biden's new student debt relief plan moves forward as a proposed regulation: The proposal was hashed out over the course of several hearings as part of a ...
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Trump Media's stock free fall has lost former president $3.33 billion: At its height, Donald Trump's stake in Trump Media was a whopping $5.11 billion. Now ...
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"Your impeachment investigation is over": White House rejects Comer's Biden testimony invite
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Election 2024 latest news: Biden seeks to bolster labor support with speech at union conference
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Trump rails against wind energy in fundraising pitch to oil executives: “I hate wind,” the former president told oil industry officials at a recent Mar-a-Lago ...
washingtonpost.com/climate-environment/2024/04/17/trump-wind-power-oil-executives/
Murders down about 20 percent in 200+ cities: Murders are down about 20 percent in more than 200 cities across the country, according to a recent analysis from ...
thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/4596947-murders-down-20-percent-cities/
Countries came to Israel's help during Iran's attack because Israel is their firewall - opinion
jpost.com/opinion/article-797457
El-Rufai counsels Tinubu on how to handle underperforming appointees: Mr El-Rufai also urged the President Tinubu to explore the possibility of amending some of ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/686308-el-rufai-counsels-tinubu-on-how-to-handle-underperforming-appointees.html
APC chieftain begs Tinubu to settle Kwankwaso-Ganduje feud: A former National Vice Chairman (North-West) of the All Progressives Congress, Salihu Lukman ...
punchng.com/apc-chieftain-begs-tinubu-to-settle-kwankwaso-ganduje-feud/
Tinubu declares 7 April national police day: President Tinubu said the police would be transformed into “a modern, professional, and accountable institution that ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/686392-tinubu-declares-7-april-national-police-day.html
Philippines says it won't give US access to more local military bases: The Philippine president says his administration has no plan to give the U.S ...
apnews.com/article/philippines-us-military-china-marcos-a89fc14bdef820b83d4a18adb557b487
Quick Glance: Philippines Rejects US Access to More Military Bases
- President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. allowed US access to four more Philippine military bases, bringing the total to nine.
- The Biden administration is strengthening alliances in the region to counter China, aligning with Philippine efforts to enhance external defense.
- Marcos emphasizes that the presence of US troops is in response to China's aggressive actions in the South China Sea.
- China accuses the Philippines of providing the US with bases that could undermine its security.
Defend Tinubu administration or quit, Matawalle tells Northern appointees: "This is not the time to keep quiet in the face of intimidation and ...
premiumtimesng.com/news/top-news/686182-defend-tinubu-administration-or-quit-matawalle-tells-northern-appointees.html
Relief for motorists as fuel prices drop further: Petrol to retail at Sh193.84 per litre in Nairobi.
nation.africa/kenya/business/relief-for-motorists-as-fuel-prices-drop-further-4590224
Joe Biden urges restraint from Israel after Iran’s drone and missile attack: Macron warns of risk of ‘conflagration in the region’ as Israeli war cabinet ...
ft.com/content/1b9b50dd-a0a5-4fd7-8c3b-a15bae40dba9
Quick Glance: The Night Iran's Missile Show Rattled Israel
- In Tehran, 'Operation True Promise' launched an unprecedented aerial assault on Israel.
- The direct clash between powerful militaries showcased Israel's defense and Iran's display of power.
- Despite minor damages and injuries, the question remains whether this attack signifies further escalation or the start of a war.
- The missile and drone strikes resulted in minimal damage, with Israel and allies successfully intercepting most projectiles.
Donald Trump calls hush money case an 'assault on America' ahead of historic trial
news.sky.com/story/donald-trump-calls-hush-money-case-an-assault-on-america-ahead-of-historic-trial-13115995
Biden Seeks to Head Off Escalation After Israel’s Successful Defense: The president told Israel that the interception of nearly all of the Iranian drones and ...
nytimes.com/2024/04/14/world/middleeast/biden-netanyahu-israel-iran-strikes.html
Kirby says Netanyahu was ‘very grateful’ for Biden’s support of Israel in phone call
thehill.com/policy/international/4593280-kirby-says-netanyahu-was-very-grateful-for-bidens-support-of-israel-in-phone-call/
Quick Glance: Israel artist calls for Gaza ceasefire
- The representative of Israel at the international art fair is calling for an immediate ceasefire in Israel’s war on Gaza.
- Ruth Patir’s video installation called (M)otherland was scheduled to open on Saturday at Israel’s national pavilion at the international art show but will remain closed for now.
- Patir stated on her website that the artist and curators are showing solidarity with the families of the hostages and the large community in Israel calling for change, rather than canceling themselves or the exhibition.
- It is believed that there are still individuals in Gaza, including 129 captives taken during the attacks led by Hamas on Israel on October 7, with 34 of them presumed dead.
While Trump is stuck in court, Biden kicks off Pennsylvania campaign swing: The battleground state has been narrowly won by both Biden and Trump.
abcnews.go.com/Politics/biden-watch-trumps-trial-heads-pennsylvania-push-2024/story
WATCH: Biden holds bilateral meeting with Czech prime minister: Biden aimed to highlight the efforts other nations are making to support Ukraine ...
pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-biden-holds-bilateral-meeting-with-czech-prime-minister
How the Israel-Iran conflict could send oil prices higher: Iran’s unprecedented attack on Israel over the weekend has ratcheted up tensions in the oil-rich ...
cnn.com/2024/04/15/energy/oil-market-iran-israel-conflict/
Quick Glance: Oil Prices Could Witness a 'Super Spike Well Above $100' Post Iran's Strike on Israel
- Market analysts predicted that oil prices could surge to $100 per barrel and beyond after Iran conducted an aerial attack on Israel, reigniting concerns of a regional war.
- Iran carried out an aerial attack on Israel on Saturday night, launching over 300 drones and missiles, marking the first direct military attack by Iran on the Jewish state.
- Insufficient investment renders the supply more fragile, raising the likelihood of a 'super spike well above $100' if the supply is disrupted.
- Recent months have seen oil prices rise due to trade disruptions and delays caused by maritime attacks in the Red Sea by the Houthis, who express solidarity with the Palestinian people.
FG now paying more for fuel subsidy than before – El-Rufai: The immediate past governor of Kaduna State, Nasir El-Rufai, has said the Federal Government was now ...
punchng.com/fg-now-paying-more-for-fuel-subsidy-than-before-el-rufai/
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