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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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Trump expresses concern for Puerto Ricans amidst allegations of neglect
In a swift turn of events, U.S. President Donald Trump has stated his empathy and support for Puerto Ricans following the damage that plagued the island as a result of…
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FEMA officials can’t stay in Puerto Rico forever, Trump warns
President Trump on Wednesday lamented the state of damage in Puerto Rico after the most devastating Hurricane in the island "Hurricane Maria" made landfall weeks ago. President Trump equally issued…
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Patience Jonathan is now Michelle Obama; President Buhari was cloned | 5 most ridiculous news stories this week
(rɪˈdɪkjʊləs) We bring you a roundup of some of the most popular yet totally laughable stories that made the rounds this week - all the things your regular newsmakers said…
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Forget the dollar, let’s rebuild Puerto Rico | Gov Rosello begs bondholders
Following President’s Trump contemplated effort of wiping Puerto Rico’s debt so as to facilitate the rebuilding of the island, Puerto Rico governor Ricardo Rossello has however told bondholders not to…
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Trump to request $29bn from Congress to help Puerto Rico
After receiving a briefing on the situation in Puerto Rico, followed by his personal visit to view the level of damage, President Trump upon his return to Washington is taking concerted…
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Trump attacks media as he commends Puerto Rico relief operations
Reeling from his visit to Puerto Rico yesterday, where he had a briefing on the level of disaster on the island following the wrath of Hurricane Maria, President Trump has…
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To save Puerto Rico, its debt must be wiped out – Trump
Shortly after returning to Washington from Puerto Rico where he went to access level of Hurricane damage and offer support, President granted an interview with Fox News, where he emphasised…
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Death toll in Puerto Rico doubles after Trump’s visit
In a shocking development, the number of death recorded as a result of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico has risen to 34 , Puerto Rico Gov. Ricardo Rossello announced Tuesday…
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San Juan Mayor, Yulin accepts Trump’s invitation to meet in Puerto Rico
Despite a past week of spats and war of words with one another, President Donald Trump has sent an invitation to San Juan Mayor, Carmen Yulin Cruz to join him…
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Donald Trump compares Puerto Rico disaster to Hurricane Katrina
U.S. President Donald Trump has lamented the horrifying level of devastation caused by the category 4 Hurricane Maria which recorded 16 casualties and, compared its effect to Hurricane Katrina, which…
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Trump says Las Vegas shooter is “sick and demented”
President Trump says Stephen Paddock, the man responsible for the mass shooting in Las Vegas is sick and demented. Trump made the assertion on Tuesday in a brief chat with…
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“Such poor leadership ability” | Donald Trump attacks Puerto Rico mayor
U.S. President Donald Trump Saturday defended his administration’s hurricane recovery effort in Puerto Rico blasting San Juan Mayor, Carmen Yulin Cruz who is criticising the president's effort to get supplies,…
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Hurricane: Trump to visit Puerto Rico on Tuesday
Following the severe damage suffered by Puerto Rico after the island was battered by category 4 Hurricane Maria, President Trump has expressed his sadness at the ugly incident and ensured…
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Puerto Rico’s Governor confirms Trump has responded to aid request
Contrary to circulating grievances over President Trump so-called poor handling of the Puerto Rico Hurricane disaster, Gov. Ricardo Rossello said Friday that the Trump administration has been responsive to his…
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Puerto Rico experiences improved relief aids after Hurricane Maria
As against earlier difficulties experienced in delivering relief aids to the hurricane battered Puerto Rico due to the damage suffered by the island, smile has begin to roll on the…
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Hurricane Maria: Facebook donates $1.5million to Puerto Rico among other relief efforts
In its bid to contribute its own effort at relieving Puerto Ricans of the suffered damage as a result of Hurricane Maria, Facebook is sending employees to help restore communications…
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Trump appreciates San Juan Mayor’s comment on Puerto Rico
In response to San Juan Island Mayor’s commendation of FEMA operations in Puerto Rico following the wrath of Hurricane Maria, President Trump has appreciated the Mayor for his kind words…
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Category 4 Hurricane Maria hits Puerto Rico
Puerto Ricans have been thrown into a long blackout following the knock of Hurricane Maria’s storm which made landfall early Wednesday morning with winds of 155mph (250kph) and massive flooding…
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Trump declares emergency in Puerto Rico over Hurricane Maria
In the wake of Hurricane Maria, President Trump Tuesday declared an emergency in Puerto Rico after the Hurricane made landfall. The White House through a tweet wrote, “President Donald J. Trump Approves…
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After Harvey, another Hurricane set to besiege the US
The Caribbean has been forced to declare a State of emergency over another potential devastating Hurricane “Hurricane Irma”, growing into a category 4 storm and has been forecasted to begin…
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No woman no cry! Rihanna shows off her enviable figure in sultry snaps as she takes time out from touring Caribbean
She is performing in the Caribbean as part of her Diamonds World Tour. And Rihanna certainly looked as if she was in the holiday spirit as she posed for a…
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“I don’t want my wedding pictures to just be all over the place” – Uche Jombo
by Hauwa Gambo Uche Jombo announced her marriage a few weeks ago, and since then people have been itching for pictures of the wedding - especially since the actress and…
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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