“Joining veterans, families, and serving members of the Armed Forces at the National Memorial Arboretum to mark Armistice Day. “Today, on the eleventh day of the eleventh month, we commemorate not only the armistice signed at the end of World War I, but remember those who have bravely given so much in conflicts around the world. “Lest We Forget.”
Iraqis Vote In A Parliamentary Election Marked By Tight Security And A Major Political Boycott
Iraqis headed to the polls on Tuesday to vote in a parliamentary election marked by tight security and a boycott by a major political bloc. A total of 8,703 polling stations were open across the country for the general election. Members of the security forces and displaced people living in camps cast their ballots in early voting on Sunday. Turnout was sparse in the early hours Tuesday at polling stations visited by Associated Press journalists. Initial results were expected on Wednesday. Only 21.4 million out of a total of 32 million eligible voters updated their information and obtained voter cards ahead of the polling,...
Japan Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi Offers Condolences To India Over Red Fort Explosion Near Its Capital That Killed 13 And Injured 20
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in a short statement on Tuesday offered condolences to India over explosion that happened in its capital on Monday near Red Fort, killing 13 people and injuring 20 others Takaichi wrote on X: ‘I am in deep sorrow to learn that many precious lives were lost in the explosion that occurred in Delhi, India. “On behalf of the Government and people of Japan, I would like to express my heartfelt condolences to the victims and their bereaved families. I also offer my sincere prayers for the swift recovery of the injured.” She prayed. No cause for...
Armistice Day: Former US President Barack Obama Welcomes Flight Of Veterans And Their Families As They Arrived In DC.
Former President Barack Obama: “To all those who bravely served our country, thank you to you and your family for your extraordinary service. The sacrifices that all of you have made to protect our country will be honored, today and every day.
Armed Soldier Respond To FCT Minister Insult Says ‘I’m Not A Fool,’ Barred Wike Nyesom And His Entourage From Gaining Access To A Disputed Land In Gaduwa.
A viral video showed Wike confronting one of the soldiers who refused to let him and other top government officials gain access to a disputed land in Gaduwa The incident occurred when the minister and FCTA officials tried to access the land but were blocked by armed soldiers. An aide of Wike reportedly told the officers: “This is unprofessional. You cannot be threatening a minister like this.”
Lebanese Authorities Release Son Of Late Libyan Leader Moammar Gadhafi On Bail
Lebanese authorities released the son of late Libyan leader Moammar Gadhafi on Monday after he paid a $900,000 bail, ending his 10-year detention for allegedly withholding information about a missing Lebanese cleric, security officials and a member of his defense team said. One of Hannibal Gadhafi’s lawyers, Charbel Milad al-Khoury, told The Associated Press that Gadhafi was released Monday evening after necessary paperwork was finished. Two security officials, speaking on condition of anonymity in line with regulations, also confirmed that Gadhafi was set free. “Hannibal is officially free and has the full right to choose the destination that he wants,” al-Khoury said....
Thailand Court Orders Extradition To China Of Alleged Online Gambling Kingpin
An appeals court in Thailand on Monday approved the extradition to China of She Zhijiang, an alleged transnational crime kingpin accused by Beijing of having run over 200 illegal online gambling operations. The Chinese national is perhaps the most prominent figure among Asia’s alleged cybercrime operators to be arrested, though China has arrested and sentenced to death other major scam organizers. She was arrested in Bangkok in August 2022 on a 2014 arrest warrant from China’s police. He is currently in the Thai capital’s Klong Prem Central Prison. She’s legal team had challenged the constitutionality of Thailand extradition law, but that was rejected last month. Monday’s...
Ireland 10thPresident Catherine Connolly Vows To Foster Unity Across The Island During Inaugural Speech
“As President, I will foster an inclusive & open dialogue across the island in a manner that highlights & recognises our similarities and respects our differences.” President Catherine Connolly – on Irish Unity. Connolly has been sworn in as 10th president of Ireland and the third woman to hold office but still holds the title as the first ever female Leas Ceann Comhairle of Dail Eireann.
Nigerian Artist Simi’s 2020 Hit ‘Duduke’ Earns Gold Certification In New Zealand
Nigerian singer Simi’s 2020 hit ‘Duduke’ has achieved gold certification in New Zealand after exceeding 15,000 equivalent units sold or streamed, marking her first international accolade. The soulful track, produced by Pheelz and blending Yoruba with English to celebrate impending parenthood, topped Nigerian charts upon release and has now amassed over 100 million YouTube views. later.