Pope Leo XIV has strongly denounced the recent mass killing in Benue State, Nigeria, calling it a “terrible massacre” marked by “extreme cruelty.” Speaking from the Vatican during his Sunday Angelus prayer, the pontiff expressed profound sorrow over the deadly attack that claimed the lives of mostly displaced civilians in Yelwata, a town near the…
In a bold move set to reshape Nigeria’s downstream petroleum sector, Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced it will begin free distribution of petrol and diesel nationwide starting August 15, 2025. The Lagos-based mega refinery made this known in a statement on Sunday, highlighting its commitment to easing fuel logistics, supporting economic growth, and boosting accessibility….
In a bold move that underscores its growing influence in the digital asset space, Japan-based Metaplanet has officially crossed the 10,000 Bitcoin mark—achieving its 2025 year-end target a full six months ahead of schedule. The Tokyo-listed firm revealed on June 16 that it had purchased an additional 1,112 BTC at an average price of 15.18…
Global oil prices surged again on Monday as the military conflict between Israel and Iran escalated into a fourth consecutive day of missile exchanges, raising alarm over a prolonged crisis with far-reaching economic consequences. With both nations vowing further retaliation, markets reacted swiftly to the uncertainty rippling across the region. Brent crude and U.S. West…
Tel Aviv was rocked by a devastating missile impact today, leaving behind a trail of destruction and significant civilian casualties. The moment of impact, captured in multiple videos circulating online, shows a massive fireball erupting in a densely populated area of the city, followed by widespread panic and chaos. Rescue teams have been working tirelessly…
Iranian authorities have uncovered two additional trucks reportedly carrying drones intended for Israel. The discovery was made earlier today, deepening concerns over covert operations and escalating hostilities in the region. The trucks were intercepted inside Iran, though the exact location remains undisclosed for security reasons. This marks the latest in a series of recent seizures,…
As dawn broke over the Iranian capital of Tehran this morning, a powerful sense of urgency gripped the city. Major highways and arterial roads leading out of the capital were choked with traffic as thousands of residents fled in a massive exodus, seeking safety amid intensifying regional tensions. Footage and eyewitness accounts show miles-long lines…
A resident recording the ongoing Iranian missile strikes near Tel Aviv was injured after one of the projectiles landed dangerously close to his location. The man, believed to be documenting the tense moments during the latest round of attacks, was hit by debris from a nearby impact. The missile explosion caused significant shockwaves, shattering glass…
A mass shooting disrupted WestFest, the annual city festival in West Valley City, Utah, on Sunday night, leaving several individuals injured and triggering a major law enforcement response. The incident unfolded around 9:40 p.m. local time at Centennial Park, where the festival was in full swing. According to a statement from West Valley City Police,…
Air raid sirens echoed across the greater Tel Aviv area as multiple Iranian ballistic missiles were launched toward central Israel and successfully intercepted by Israel’s missile defense systems. The attempted strikes, which occurred during heightened regional hostilities, triggered widespread alarms and sent residents scrambling to bomb shelters. Eyewitnesses reported bright flashes and loud booms in…
