The U.S. House of Representatives voted to sanction the International Criminal Court in protest at its arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his former defence minister over Israel’s campaign in Gaza. The vote was 243 to 140 in favour of the “Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act,” which would sanction any foreigner who investigates, …
Alec Baldwin Sues Prosecutors Over Fatal ‘Rust’ Shooting Case
American actor, Alec Baldwin has filed a lawsuit against those involved in pursuing criminal charges against him over the death of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins on the film set of Rust. He is suing the defendants, including special prosecutor Kari Morrissey and Santa Fe District Attorney Mary Carmack-Altwies, for malicious prosecution and civil rights violations. …
Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro sworn in for third presidential term despite not being acknowledged by the West
Venezuela’s Nicolas Maduro has been sworn in for a third presidential term despite the protests of the country’s opposition movement, and non-acknowledgement by Western powers. The ceremony occurred on Friday, January 10 in a small room of the National Assembly, a marked difference from previous ceremonies held in the building’s main hall. Maduro was sworn …
“Vatican allows gay men to become priests in Italy, with restrictions on ‘flaunting’ their sexuality.”
The new guidelines approved in Italy make clear that homosexuality in itself need not preclude a man from being ordained a priest. According to ABC News, homosexual men can train to become Catholic priests in Italy but not if they “support the so-called gay culture”, according to new guidelines approved by the Vatican. While …
“I’m Totally Innocent”: Trump Responds to Hush Money Sentencing Without Penalties
Donald Trump has spoken out after avoiding prison time or fines in what has been described as an “extraordinary” sentencing for his hush money convictions, calling the legal process a “great embarrassment.” According to Sky News, US President-elect Donald Trump will not face incarceration or monetary penalties for his criminal convictions related to hush money …
Conducting elections in Nigeria is a significant burden – INEC Chairman
The Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Prof. Mahmood Yakubu has raised concerns over the rising cost of conducting elections in Nigeria, describing the expenses as excessive and burdensome. He made this statement on Friday while defending the 2024 budget implementation before the National Assembly. Yakubu revealed that INEC, despite being one of …
3.7 magnitude earthquake strikes California City amid wildfires
California was hit by an earthquake Friday, Jan. 10, as the state battled deadly wildfires. A 3.7 magnitude quake was detected near the San Francisco Bay area around 7:02am PT. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the earthquake had a depth of 8.4 kilometers and struck three miles east of the San Francisco zoo. So …
Former WWE chairman Vince McMahon settles hush money case with U.S. feds, agrees to pay $1.7 million
Former WWE Chairman Vince McMahon has struck a deal with American authorities in his hush money case. McMahon has agreed to pay $1.7 million to settle allegations related to payments made to silence former employees about misconduct involving him and his company, WWE. The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) revealed on Friday that McMahon …
Senator Azuta-Mbata elected new Ohanaeze president-general
Senator John Azuta-Mbata has been elected as the 13th President-General of Ohanaeze Ndigbo Worldwide, a prominent Igbo socio-cultural organisation. Mbata, a former Senator representing Rivers East at the National Assembly from 1999 to 2007, was elected at the Ohanaeze Ndigbo General Assembly meeting held at the old government lodge Enugu, the Enugu State capital on …
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex extend kindness amidst California wildfires.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have reportedly opened their Montecito mansion to friends escaping the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. The fires, which ignited in southern California on Tuesday, January 7, have claimed at least 10 lives and forced over 100,000 Los Angeles residents to flee their homes. In response, the Duke and Duchess, living about …