Donald Trump, the former President of the United States, has been fined $9,000 for contempt of court during his trial in New York. This decision was made by Judge Juan Merchan, who found that Trump had violated his prohibition against targeting witnesses and jurors.
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Wizkid takes aim at Davido and Don Jazzy
The Afrobeat music scene has been thrown into turmoil since renowned artist Ayodeji Balogun, better known as Wizkid, sparked a storm on the microblogging site X.com. In an incendiary tweet, Wizkid targeted two iconic figures in the Nigerian music industry: Davido and Mavin Records boss Michael Ajereh, better known as Don Jazzy.
Africa: China ousts USA in a ranking
In a recent report, China has eclipsed the United States as the most influential global power in Africa, marking a significant turning point in the geopolitical landscape of the region. This remarkable rise of China is accompanied by a notable increase in its popularity, rising from 52% in 2022 to 58% in 2023, while the United States saw its confidence rating decline to 56%.
Joe Biden opens up about his suicidal thoughts
Since announcing his candidacy for the presidency of the United States and throughout his political career, Joe Biden has often shared intimate elements of his personal life. Recently, in an interview with Howard Stern, he opened up about a dark period in his past: the tragic loss of his first wife, Neilia, and their daughter Naomi in a car accident in 1972.
R. Kelly faces another legal setback
The legal saga of singer R. Kelly has taken another turn with an unequivocal decision from a federal appeals court in Chicago. Justly sentenced to 20 years in prison for charges involving minors, Kelly sees his hopes of freedom further dwindling.
Former Lawmaker Sidi Ali passes away at 86
The Nigerian nation mourns today the passing of former deputy Sidi Ali, which occurred Thursday evening at the age of 86 in the state of Kano. A distinguished statesman and seasoned journalist, he dedicated his life to serving the nation, particularly in the field of public information.
President Bola Tinubu heads to Saudi Arabia for World Economic Forum
President Bola Tinubu is heading to Riyadh, the Saudi capital, to participate in the 2024 Special World Economic Forum on Global Collaboration, Growth, and Energy for Development. This visit marks an important milestone in his busy international agenda, showcasing his commitment to global cooperation and economic development.
Over 10,000 Central African officers have been trained by Russian instructors in the past 5 years
For several years, cooperation between Russia and the Central African Republic (CAR) in the defense sector has been intensifying, providing Central African officers with the opportunity to benefit from high-quality training. This collaboration, recently highlighted by the CAR Minister of Defense, Claude Rameaux Bireau, in an interview with a Russian television channel, demonstrates the commitment of both countries to strengthen CAR’s military capabilities.
Melinda, Bill Gates' ex-wife, denies being in a relationship with Jon Du Pre
Since the end of her marriage to Bill Gates in 2021, Melinda French Gates has been the subject of speculation regarding her love life. However, despite persistent rumors, it appears that a new relationship with Jon Du Pre is not on the horizon.
Announced dead, this billionaire could be alive in Russia
Since his disappearance during a solo excursion in the Alps on April 7, 2018, Karl-Erivan Haub, then 58, has long been believed to have died in a skiing accident. However, new evidence suggests that he might be alive and residing with a younger woman in Moscow. The information was reported by several international media outlets, including the New York Post.