International news
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Nestlé to lay off 16,000 workers in global restructuring plan
Global food and beverage powerhouse Nestlé has unveiled plans to cut 16,000 jobs worldwide over the next two years, in what marks one of its largest workforce reductions in recent years. The move forms part…
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Madagascar in Turmoil: President Rajoelina Flees as Military Turns Against Him
Madagascar’s President, Andry Rajoelina, has reportedly left the country after weeks of protests and a military revolt, according to opposition sources. The incident happened just hours before Rajoelina was supposed to speak on national TV.…
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MarÃa Corina Machado Wins 2025 Nobel Peace Prize
Venezuelan opposition leader MarÃa Corina Machado has been named the winner of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her unwavering fight for democracy and human rights under President Nicolás Maduro’s authoritarian rule. Announcing the award…
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Cameroon Election: 92-Year-Old President Biya Set for Eighth Term
Cameroon’s 92-year-old President Paul Biya, the world’s oldest head of state, is likely to extend his rule as the country holds its presidential election on Sunday. Biya, who has led since 1982, remains the most…
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Ebola Outbreak in Southern Congo Eases – WHO
The World Health Organization, WHO says the Ebola outbreak in southern Congo’s Kasai Province is easing, as no new cases have been recorded since October 1. The agency noted that ten days have passed without…
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Sarah Mullally Appointed First Female Archbishop of Canterbury
The Church of England on Friday announced the appointment of Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury, the first woman to hold the role, entrusting her with leadership of more than 85 million Anglicans worldwide. At…
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UK Set to Introduce Stricter Rules for Migrants Seeking Permanent Residency
The UK government is preparing to roll out stricter criteria for migrants applying for permanent residency, with new rules set to be announced by the interior minister on Monday requiring applicants to have a job,…
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Alzheimer’s Day 2025: Abuja Hospital Provides Free Screening for Elderly
To commemorate the 2025 World Alzheimer’s Day, Silver-Cross Hospitals and Foundation, Abuja, in partnership with key organizations, held a large-scale free medical screening for elderly residents at the Arts and Culture Complex in Area 10,…
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Charlie Kirk’s Accused Killer Faces Death Penalty in Court
Tyler Robinson, a 22-year-old from Provo, Utah, was formally charged on Tuesday with the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, in what prosecutors allege was a deliberate and politically motivated act of violence. They confirmed…
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China Calls for U.S. Talks as TikTok Ban Deadline Approaches
China has called on the United States to address the ongoing dispute over TikTok through dialogue, ahead of discussions between top leaders from both countries scheduled in Spain next week to discuss the future of…
