A powerful earthquake hits western Turkey on Monday, causing at least three buildings, already damaged by a previous tremor, to collapse, officials reported. The magnitude 6.1 quake was centered in the town of Sindirgi in Balikesir province, according to the Disaster and Emergency Management agency, AFAD. It struck at 22:48 local time (1948 GMT) at a depth of 5.99 kilometers (3.72 miles.) The quake, which was followed by several aftershocks, was felt in Istanbul, and the nearby provinces of Bursa, Manisa and Izmir. At least three unoccupied buildings and a two-story shop collapsed in Sindirgi, Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya said. The structures had already...
Israel’s Military Says Ceasefire Is Back On As Death Toll From Overnight Strikes In Gaza Reaches 81
Israel’s military said Wednesday the ceasefire was back on in Gaza after it carried out heavy airstrikes across the Palestinian territory that killed at least 81 people, including women and children, according to local hospitals. The strikes — the deadliest since the ceasefire was enacted on Oct. 10 — marked the most serious challenge to the tenuous truce to date. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he had ordered the military to conduct “powerful strikes” over Gaza after accusing Hamas of violating the ceasefire. Hamas said in response that that it would delay handing over the body of another hostage. U.S. President Donald Trump, currently on a...
Video: 28-Year-Old Nigerian Man Commits Suicide Over Parental Comparison, Drinks Two Bottles Of The Toxic Pesticide, Refuses Medical Aide
A 28-year-old man in Lagos State, Nigeria, died on Tuesday after consuming two bottles of the toxic pesticide Sniper in front of his mother and refusing medical assistance en route to the hospital. Eyewitnesses and police reports link the suicide to ongoing family pressures from his parents comparing him to successful peers, exacerbated by Nigeria’s high unemployment and inflation rates exceeding 30%.
HON. (PRINCE) AKIOLU FELICITATES THE OBA OF LAGOS, HIS ROYAL MAJESTY OBA RILIWANU AKIOLU, ON HIS 82ND BIRTHDAY
The Member of the House of Representatives for Lagos Island Federal Constituency II and Chairman of the House Committee on Anti-corruption, Honourable (Prince) Kayode Moshood Akiolu, has extended his warmest felicitations to his father, His Royal Majesty, Oba Riliwanu Babatunde Aremu Osuolale Akiolu (Akiolu I), the Oba of Lagos, on the auspicious occasion of his 82nd birthday. In a heartfelt message, the federal lawmaker expressed his profound gratitude to God for the life, good health, and enduring wisdom of the revered monarch. Hon. (Prince) Akiolu specially acknowledged and appreciated Kabiyesi’s exemplary and pivotal leadership role as the paramount custodian of...
President Trump Praises South Korea Economic Miracle, Addresses Regional Security Amid North Korea’s Recent Missile Test At The APEC CEOs Luncheon In Gyeongju
At the APEC CEOs Luncheon in Gyeongju, President of the United State Donald Trump, praised South Korea’s economic miracle: “”The Republic of Korea is a cherished American friend and a close ally… it’s truly one of the most remarkable nations anywhere on Earth.” Trump as well discussed U.S. trade objectives with China and India while addressing regional security amid North Korea’s recent missile test. The visit reinforced U.S.-South Korea ties through ceremonial welcomes and bilateral discussions.
Video: South Korea Award US President Trump With Highest Honor In Asia Tour Finale
The United State President Donald Trump concluded his Asia tour in South Korea on Wednesday, where President Lee Jae Myung presented him with the Grand Order of Mugunghwa, the nation’s top civilian award, and a replica of the ancient Cheonmachong gold crown. “Mr. President, you are the first American President to receive this” the ‘Grand Order of Mugunghwa’ Myung stated.
Elderly Woman Left Behind By Cruise Ship On Great Barrier Reef Island Found Dead
Australian authorities are investigating after an 80-year-old woman who was left behind on a Great Barrier Reef island by a cruise ship was found dead. The woman had been hiking on Lizard Island, 250 km (155 miles) north of Cairns, with fellow passengers from the Coral Adventurer cruise ship on Saturday but is believed to have broken off from the group to have a rest. The ship left the island around sunset but returned several hours later after the crew realised the woman was missing. A major search operation found the woman’s body on Sunday morning. The Australian Maritime Safety...
Convicted Sex Offender Who Was Mistakenly Released From A UK Prison Is Deported To Ethiopia
An Ethiopian man who was mistakenly released from a British prison after being convicted of sexually assaulting a teenager has been deported to his home country, the U.K. government said Wednesday. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood said Hadush Gerberslasie Kebatu was on a flight to Ethiopia that landed Wednesday morning. “I have pulled every lever to deport Mr. Kebatu and remove him off British soil,” she said. “I am pleased to confirm this vile child sex offender has been deported. Our streets are safer because of it.” Kebatu has become a symbol of Britain’s emotive debate over unauthorized immigration, and the government’s struggle to control...
