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NESREA Shuts Abuja Quarry After Flying Rocks Injure Students and Teachers
The National Environmental Standards and Regulations Enforcement Agency (NESREA) has sealed the Cornerstone quarry in Dutse, Abuja, following an incident in which flying rocks from an explosive blast injured students and staff at Graceland High School. According to NESREA, the blast—conducted by Istanbul Quarry, which manages the site—sent debris into classrooms on Wednesday around 12:30…
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Southeast Asia Floods Claim Over 150 Lives Amid Monsoon and Tropical Storms
Flooding across Southeast Asia has claimed more than 150 lives over the past several days, with authorities scrambling to reach residents stranded in submerged homes or isolated by debris-blocked roads. The disaster has impacted Indonesia, southern Thailand, and northern Malaysia, leaving entire communities cut off from electricity and communications. Indonesia: North Sumatra Hit Hard The…
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Hong Kong Wang Fuk Court Fire Fully Extinguished, Death Toll Rises to 128
The devastating fire at Wang Fuk Court, a public housing complex in Tai Po, Hong Kong, was finally extinguished Friday morning after burning for more than 36 hours. Tragically, the confirmed death toll has climbed to 128, with authorities warning that more casualties may be found as firefighters complete their apartment-by-apartment searches. Firefighting Efforts and…
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Nigerian Senate Urged to Reject Ex-NIA DG Ayodele Oke’s Ambassadorial Nomination Over Corruption Probe
The Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) has called on the Nigerian Senate and the Department of State Services (DSS) to reject the nomination of former Director-General of the National Intelligence Agency (NIA), Ambassador Ayodele Oke, as a non-career ambassador due to unresolved corruption allegations. President Bola Tinubu had forwarded three non-career ambassadorial nominees to…
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Hong Kong Suffers Deadliest Fire in Decades: Survivors Demand Answers
Hong Kong faced its deadliest fire in decades on November 26, 2025, as flames engulfed the Wang Fuk Court public housing complex in Tai Po. Survivors and residents are demanding answers, questioning how such a catastrophic event was allowed to happen in a city known for its stringent building safety regulations. The Fire and Initial…
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Over 70 Shark and Ray Species Gain New International Trade Protections
The world’s leading wildlife trade organization, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES), has granted new protections to more than 70 species of sharks and rays, a move hailed by conservationists as a “historical win” for marine life. The decision was made during CITES talks in Uzbekistan, where…
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Bail Dispute: Abuja Businessman Who Exposed Illegal Mining in Delta Community Faces Prolonged Detention
An Abuja-based businessman and community advocate, Anthony Anamonye, remains in detention in Delta State despite being granted bail by the Federal High Court, Asaba, following his protest against alleged illegal coal-mining activities in his hometown of Ugboba. Anamonye’s ordeal began after SaharaReporters published his claims regarding unlawful operations by Mosra Energy Ltd in Ugboba. On…
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Trump Administration Moves to Roll Back Limits on Deadly Soot Pollution
The Trump administration has initiated a controversial move to roll back stricter limits on deadly soot pollution, drawing criticism from environmental groups and public health advocates. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) filed a motion in Washington, DC, arguing that the tighter air quality standards implemented under former President Joe Biden exceeded the agency’s authority. Background:…
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Taiwan Unveils $40 Billion Defence Budget to Counter China Threat
Taiwanese President William Lai Ching-te has unveiled a $40 billion defence spending plan over the next eight years, aiming to fortify Taiwan’s military capabilities and bring the nation closer to “an unassailable Taiwan, safeguarded by innovation and technology.” This announcement underscores Taiwan’s determination to defend itself amid rising tensions with China, which claims the self-ruled…
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El-Rufai’s Son Condemns Disparities in Terrorism Sentencing, Questions Why Boko Haram Convict Got 20 Years While Nnamdi Kanu Faces Life
Hon. Muhammad Bello El-Rufai, member representing Kaduna North Federal Constituency, has raised concerns over what he described as unequal justice in Nigeria’s handling of high-profile terrorism cases. Speaking during a plenary session, El-Rufai questioned why Hussaini Ismail, a recently convicted Boko Haram member, received a 20-year sentence, while IPOB leader Mazi Nnamdi Kanu was handed…
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