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On March 21, 2025, a sudden power outage forced Heathrow Airport to close, causing chaos for travelers. The trouble began late on March 20 when a fire broke out at the North Hyde electrical substation in Hayes, Hillingdon. Firefighters quickly responded, sending ten fire engines and seventy crew members to tackle the blaze. The fire…
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On March 21, 2025, President Donald Trump firmly denied reports suggesting that Elon Musk would receive a top-secret Pentagon briefing about U.S. military strategies concerning China. These reports stirred controversy due to Musk’s strong business ties with China. Trump Rejects Claims as “Ridiculous” Trump called the claims “ridiculous” and “completely untrue”. He stressed that Musk’s…
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On March 20, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at dismantling the U.S. Department of Education. The move aligns with his long-standing goal to return control of education to states and local communities. Executive Order Details The order directs Education Secretary Linda McMahon to take necessary actions to close the department. Trump…
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Today, March 21, 2025, Namibia celebrates a historic moment by inaugurating its first female president, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. The ceremony takes place in Windhoek and coincides with the country’s 35th Independence Day. A Victory for Women and Progress Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah won the November 2024 elections with about 57% of the vote. She becomes the first woman…
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Nigeria’s Super Eagles are gearing up for a decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Rwanda’s Amavubi. The match is on Friday, March 21, 2025, at the Amahoro Stadium in Kigali. Kickoff is scheduled for 5:00 PM Nigerian time. Match Preview This is a must-win game for Nigeria. The Super Eagles are struggling in Group…
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The recent state of emergency in Rivers State, declared by President Bola Tinubu, has stirred strong reactions within the Ijaw ethnic group. Professor Benjamin Okaba, the president of the Ijaw National Congress (INC), condemned the move, calling it a “slap” on the Ijaw people. As a result, the community plans to hold a meeting soon.…
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Manchester United has announced a 5% increase in season ticket prices for the 2025-26 football season. Notably, this marks the third consecutive year of price hikes. The club claims that rising operational costs and financial challenges make the increase necessary. Details of the Price Hike The 5% rise will impact almost all season ticket holders.…
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Asian stock markets posted impressive gains today, fueled by a strong rally on Wall Street and a surge in technology shares. Hong Kong led the charge, with tech stocks driving most of the positive momentum. Hong Kong Tech Stocks Lead the Way The Hang Seng Index in Hong Kong surged by 2.2%, primarily due to…
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Israel has carried out extensive airstrikes across the Gaza Strip, killing at least 330 people, including women and children. These attacks mark the most significant breach of the two-month ceasefire between Israel and Hamas. Details of the Attack The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) targeted multiple areas, from Gaza City to Khan Younis. Notably, even places…
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Amnesty International has voiced strong support for a National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) member in Lagos who reportedly faced intimidation. The controversy arose after the corps member posted a critical video about President Bola Tinubu on TikTok. The international human rights organization condemned the alleged threats against the young woman. It stressed that freedom of…