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The SDG Index; the hattrick Nigeria can’t seem to score
First, some backstory. Since its inception in 1945, the United Nations has always been very hands-on with global social and economic growth so it came as no surprise when the…
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“I will contest that vote with everything I’ve got” | Theresa May reacts to imminent vote of no confidence
U.K. Prime Minister, Theresa May has reacted to the brewing vote of no confidence to be passed on her if the 48 Conservative MPs who have submitted their letters to…
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British PM, Theresa May faces vote of no confidence
U.K. Prime Minister, Theresa May faces a vote of no confidence today, as Tory Brexiteers are confident they have enough support to trigger it. According to the BBC, 48 letters…
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Just In: Trump fires Jeff Sessions as US attorney general
Embattled U.S. Attorney General Jeff Sessions resigned at the "request" of President Donald Trump on Wednesday. Sessions's chief of staff Matthew Whitaker will serve as acting attorney general, Trump announced. ;
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Saudi Arabia arrests 11 princes including prominent billionaire, Alwaleed bin Talal
Saudi Arabia has arrested 11 princes, including a prominent billionaire, Prince Alwaleed bin Talal, and dozens of current and former ministers, reports said, in a sweeping crackdown as the kingdom's young…
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Theresa May expresses deep concerns over sexual harassment around Westminster
UK Prime Minister, Theresa May is urging anyone with information to come forward over "deeply concerning" claims of sexual harassment in Westminster. Concerns of sexual improprieties went spiral following allegations…
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Britain, other EU countries disapprove Catalonia independence
The United Kingdom "does not and will not recognise" Catalonia's declaration of independence from Spain, Downing Street confirms. "The UK does not and will not recognise the unilateral declaration of…
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Thousands of Puerto-Ricans flee to Florida amidst prevailing blackout
Following the lingering suffering unleashed by Hurricane Maria which battered the Caribbean in September, tens of thousands of Puerto Rico residents are fleeing to Florida to find better survival. The…
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Harvey Weinstein sues own company over email access
Disgraced movie producer, Harvey Weinstein is suing his own company, “The Weinstein Company” to gain access to emails "exonerating" him from sexual assault accusations, Sky News reports. Weinstein is demanding…
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5 women accuse NBC’s political analyst, Mark Halperin of sexual harassment
According to a CNN report, renowned NBC senior political analyst and frequent MSNBC "Morning Joe" panelist, Mark Halperin has been accused of sexual harassment by five women while at ABC…
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“I was like a dead person” | Actress Natassia Malthe accuses Harvey Weinstein of rape
Norwegian actress, Natassia Malthe, has claimed that disgraced movie producer Harvey Weinstein raped her after the 2008 BAFTAs ceremony, Sky News reports. Natassia, who has been in about 50 films, told…
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Another actress accuses former President HW Bush of sexual assault
After actress Heather Lind accused former President George HW Bush of sexual assault, a second woman has accused the 93-year-old former President of groping her. In an Instagram post which…
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US imposes sanctions on Yemen to tackle ISIS and Al-Qaeda
The United States has announced sanctions on Yemeni individuals and companies to combat the activities of al-Qaeda and the so-called Islamic State. Confirming the development, U.S. Treasury said the sanctions…
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Investigation hits the wall as Las Vegas shooter’s laptop is missing its hard drive
A laptop computer recovered from the Mandalay Bay Hotel room in Las Vegas where Stephen Paddock launched the deadliest mass shooting in U.S. history was missing its hard drive, thereby…
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Former President George H.W. Bush apologises to actress after sexual allegations
Following an allegation of sexual assault, former US president George H.W. Bush has apologised to actress Heather Lind who claimed he sexually assaulted her from his wheelchair. The 34-year-old Boardwalk…
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ISIS wants to blow up the World Cup and they’re starting with Messi
In the wake of the euphoria emanating from the anticipation of the greatest football Mundial in Russia next summer, ISIS has issued a chilling threat to carry out an attack…
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British MPs turn to Facebook to unravel Russia’s influence in the 2016 EU referendum
Amidst suspicions of Russia influence in the 2016 EU referendum in the UK, Facebook CEO, Mark Zuckerberg has been urged to hand over details of activities by Russian-linked accounts during…
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UK could get a Canada-style Brexit deal – Michel Barnier
Head of the EU team for Brexit negotiations, Michel Barnier has suggested that the UK will have to settle for a trade deal with the EU similar to Canada. Speaking…
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We want to know if mistakes were made | Family of fallen soldier demands
Will Wright, the brother of Staff Sgt. Dustin Wright, one of four U.S. soldiers killed in an ambush in Niger on Oct. 4, said he wants to know if the…
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Britain can still remain in the EU – European Council president
European Council president, Donald Tusk has warned the "toughest stress test" of Brexit negotiations is still ahead and suggested Britain could still consider a stay in the bloc. Referring to…
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Weinstein’s former assistant breaks non-disclosure agreement
Harvey Weinstein's former assistant Zelda Perkins has said she has broken a confidential agreement to speak out about alleged sexual harassment by the disgraced movie producer. Perkins told Financial Times…
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Southern California on the brink of deadly wildfire amidst record high temperatures
US meteorologists have warned that parts of California, particularly the southern areas of the state where temperatures are expected to hit dangerous triple-digit levels on Monday and Tuesday, will be…
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4 female senators join the #MeToo movement
Senators Elizabeth Warren, Claire McCaskill, Heidi Heitkamp, and Mazie Hirono have lent their voices to the #MeToo social media movement, as they told their stories of sexual harassment on "Meet the…
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Donald Trump’s UK crime tweet annoys British politicians
President Donald Trump’s Friday tweet linking increased UK crime rate to Radical Islamic terror has been described as fuelling hate crime. The president wrote: "Just out report: 'United Kingdom crime…
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UK denies plot to increase cash offer to exit the EU
UK Prime Minister Theresa May has denied reports on Friday morning that Britain had increased its financial offer to the European Union to facilitate its exit from the bloc. "What…
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Nobody explained the consequences of Brexit to the British people – Macron
French President Emmanuel Macron said on Friday that the problem besieging U.K. Prime Minister Theresa May is that nobody explained to Britons the consequences of a Brexit vote, CNBC confirms.…
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Lupita Nyong’o comes forward with sexual allegations against Harvey Weinstein
Joining the strings of actresses to come forward and give account of Harvey Weinstein’s sexual onslaught is Oscar-winning actress, Lupita Nyong'o - accusing the movie mogul of harassment. And, she's…
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CIA Director, Mike Pompeo urges Trump to prepare for military options against N’Korea
At a forum in Washington, which also has National Security Adviser HR McMaster in attendance, CIA Director Mike Pompeo expressed the need for the United States to act as if…
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Obama’s love letter to college girlfriend revealed
Some details of Former President Barack Obama's past love life has been made bare as his personal letters to his college girlfriend are being publicly displayed at Emory University. In…
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Jeremy Corbyn explains Labour’s Brexit plans at EU summit
Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn has declined to say he would honour the terms of a Brexit deal struck by Theresa May, if he succeeded her at Downing Street. Mr Corbyn…
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The September Standard
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
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
The September Standard
- RED CARPET! Amstel Malta at 30: A Sleek Celebration of Style and Legacy!
- Ugoccie: Where Afrocentricity Meets Street Style
- Uchay Joel Chima’s No Longer Afraid of Shadows Showing at Soto
- BBL vs. Size Zero: How The Era of Size Zero May Have been Trying To Save Women From Today’s Era of BBL
- This Week in Fashion: Our Favourite Looks From MET Gala, Bridgerton Premiere
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