International News
Israeli Strike in Gaza Kills More Than 70 – Hospital Head
Date: August 9, 2024
An Israeli airstrike on a school building sheltering displaced Palestinians in Gaza City has killed more than 70 people, according to Fadl Naeem, the head of al-Ahli Hospital. Many of the casualties were so badly disfigured that identification has been challenging.
Plane Crash in Brazil’s São Paulo State Kills All 61 on Board
Date: August 10, 2024
A tragic plane crash in the town of Vinhedo, São Paulo state, Brazil, has claimed the lives of all 61 people on board. The twin-engine turboprop was en route from Cascavel, Paraná, to Guarulhos Airport in São Paulo city when it crashed. Brazil’s President, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, has expressed his condolences, and the state governor has declared three days of mourning.
Kamala Harris Picks Minnesota Governor Walz as Running Mate
Date: August 6, 2024
US Vice President Kamala Harris has selected Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate for the upcoming 2024 presidential election. Harris is set to challenge former President Donald Trump in November.
Former YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki Dies of Cancer Aged 56
Date: August 8, 2024
Susan Wojcicki, a tech pioneer and former CEO of YouTube, has passed away at the age of 56 after battling lung cancer. Wojcicki was a key figure in the rise of Google and YouTube. Her husband announced her death on Friday, leading to tributes from across the tech industry.
National News
#EndBadGovernance Protest Continues in Abuja
Date: August 10, 2024
After a brief period of calm, protests against bad governance have resumed in Abuja. Despite earlier raids and arrests of organizers, demonstrators returned to the streets on Saturday to voice their demands for change.
Tobi Amusan Fails to Qualify for Olympics 100m Hurdles Final
Date: August 9, 2024
Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan, the 2022 world champion in the women’s 100m hurdles, did not advance to the final at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Amusan finished 3rd in her heat with a time of 12.55 seconds, missing out on qualification to Jamaica’s Ackera Nugent and France’s Cyrena Samba-Mayela.
Ex-Reps Member Joan Onyemaechi Regains Freedom from Kidnappers’ Den
Date: August 9, 2024
Former House of Representatives member Joan Onyemaechi has been released from captivity. The police confirmed her release late Friday, though details on whether a ransom was paid have not been disclosed.
Ex-CAF President Issa Hayatou Dies at 77
Date: August 8, 2024
Issa Hayatou, former President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF), has passed away at the age of 77. FIFA President Gianni Infantino expressed his sorrow, honoring Hayatou’s lifelong dedication to sports administration.