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French magazine, Charlie Hebdo mocks Texas Hurricane victims
French controversial magazine, Charlie Hebdo has on its new cover curated a statement which appears to mock Texans, by depicting them as neo-Nazis caught in the deluge of tropical storm…
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Explosion rocks chemical plant in flooded Texas
A resounding blast and thick black smoke has been seen issuing from the Arkema plant at Crosby, BBC reports. Due to the heavy rainfall from Hurricane Harvey, the complex lost…
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Theresa May plans to remain Prime Minister for “long term”
British Prime Minister, Theresa May has stated her desire to lead the Conservatives into the next general election, saying she intends to remain in power "for the long term", BBC…
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UK Foreign Secretary, Boris Johnson visits Maiduguri to extend support to Boko Haram victims
The UK foreign secretary, Boris Johnson, and international development secretary Priti Patel have embarked on a journey to the heart of the Boko Haram uprising in Nigeria to express solidarity…
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Trump assures Americans of jobs in tax reform speech
Away in Springfield, Missouri, President Donald Trump sprung up efforts to sell a big tax package to voters yesterday. He called for a tax system that would minimise tax rates…
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Texans unite to confront #HurricaneHarvey disaster and rescue victims
The devastating Hurricane Harvey which is currently ravaging the vast Texas community will surely go down in history as a moment to remember. With several people trapped and thousands chased…
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Bernie Sanders jibes at Trump in #HurricaneHarvey message
Former Democrats Presidential primary candidate, Bernie Sanders dropped a subliminal message at President Donald Trump following the current Hurricane disaster plaguing Houston, Texas and invading close County towns. The Senator,…
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President Trump commends first responders in Texas
US President, Donald Trump has reemphasised the impact of the efforts of rescuers in the storm-rocked state of Texas. The President commended especially the essential role of first responders whom…
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“We will be with you every single day…” | Trump sends passionate message to #HurricaneHarvey victims
President Donald Trump who is still baffled and perturbed at the devastating wrath of Hurricane Harvey can not hold off on his compassion with the border town citizens of southwestern…
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Ivanka Trump backs ending of Obama’s wage gap initiative
Ivanka Trump has thrown her weight behind the discontinuation of the wage gap policy peddled during the Obama administration. The White House has been reported to move against an Obama-era…
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Brexit receives boost as Danish ambassador backs UK against the EU
The Danish ambassador to the United Kingdom has promised he would help Britain to exit the EU in "an orderly fashion". He argued that the Brexit vote was “legitimate” and…
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Some Trump trade loyalists labelled as racists
One of the CEO who quit Trump's manufacturing council, AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka on Wednesday said some White House aides who support free trade "turned out to be racist". His…
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Trump heads to Missouri for tax speech
US President, Donald Trump is scheduled for a visit to Missouri later today and he is expected to make a speech on tax reforms. The President disclosed this through his…
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Trump laments the devastating state of Texas #HurricaneHarvey
President Trump could no longer hold his feelings towards the devastation caused by Hurricane Harvey. The situation has so far recorded 10 deaths including a police officer and compelled over 30,000…
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#HurricaneHarvey forces US largest refinery to shutdown
A US refinery Port Arthur, adjudged to be the Nation's largest oil refinery is shutting down as Hurricane Harvey dents more devastation, CNN reports. Motiva announced in a statement that it has…
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“Talking is not the answer” | Trump says North Korea has extorted the US for 25 years
Taking a little break from the saturated coverage of Harvey Hurricane expression, President Trump has returned to commenting on North Korea's defiance - a matter initially thought to have taking…
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US Defense Secretary, Mattis puts hold on Trump’s transgender Ban
US Defense Secretary, Jim Mattis announced last night that he is putting a temporary halt on the implementation of President Trump’s ban on transgender people on active military duty, justifying…
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Trump expresses deep love for Texas #HurricaneHarvey
In addition to his flurries of tweets commiserating with and assuring the people of Texas of a staunch government support, President Trump has taken his solidarity with the border state…
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We won’t pay for border wall “under any circumstances” – Mexico tells Trump
by Adedotun Michael Having had enough of President Donald Trump’s emphatic reiteration and boasts that it will eventually pay for a wall along the U.S.-Mexico border, the Mexican government…
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Brigitte Macron’s interview records huge sales for Elle magazine
by Adedotun Michael French women's magazine Elle has sold a record number of copies - thanks to cover star and 'first lady' Brigitte Macron, according to The Local. Ms. Macron has…
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Secret Service depletes personnel’s payment over Trump’s large family
by Adedotun Michael The Secret Service has disclosed it can no longer pay hundreds of agents it needs to carry out an expanded protective mission largely due to the sheer…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy