April 2023
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The case against Alec Baldwin over the shooting of cinematographer Halyna Hutchins has been dismissed, his lawyers said. The Hollywood actor’s lawyers said they were “pleased” with the decision and encouraged a proper investigation into the “tragic incident”. Baldwin had faced two counts of involuntary manslaughter over the shooting on the New Mexico set of…
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A Co Down businessman has been accused of defrauding more than a dozen people of cash and motorhomes worth over £400,000. Lancelot William Walker (60) is charged with 16 offences alleged to have been committed between August 2005 and August 2008. Walker, of Ballynahinch Road in Carryduff, is a former director of a motorhomes firm…
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Rishi Sunak has been accused of “dither” as he delayed a decision over Dominic Raab’s fate after receiving the findings of an inquiry into whether the Deputy Prime Minister bullied officials. Mr Raab has read the report handed to Downing Street on Thursday morning and maintains that he has not mistreated colleagues or broken the…
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Bank scams are an unfortunate and infuriating reality of our modern world. The lasting impact they can have is far reaching, with some victims losing everything from their homes to their treasured relationships with friends and family. Despite what many people believe, anyone at any age can be affected. In fact, reports have found that people aged…
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If you’ve been longing for a sun-drenched beach holiday or yearning for a cultural city break, then it might be worth considering travel insurance. Investing in good travel insurance can bring welcome peace of mind and could save you thousands in the long run, not to mention time and stress if the unexpected happens. Whether you’re planning…
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Good evening! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers: 1. The Returning Officer for the Adamawa State governorship election, Prof Mohammed Mele, on Tuesday, declared Governor Ahmadu Fintiri, the winner of the state governorship poll. Fintiri scored 430,861 votes to beat the All Progressives Congress candidate, Aisha Dahiru, popularly known as Binani, who amassed 398,788 votes.…
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The Federal Government has declared Friday, April 21 and Monday, April 24 as public holidays. This is to mark this year’s Eid-al-Fitr celebration. The Minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola, announced this on behalf of the government. In a statement signed by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Dr Shuaib Belgore, Aregbesola congratulated Muslims for completing the…
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Policemen have arrested a Point-of-Sale (POS) operator who reportedly went on a spending spree after N280m was erroneously transferred to his account by a commercial bank. The POS operator identified as Alfa Rafiu was arrested by the police on Monday in Ilorin, Kwara State capital. PUNCH Metro gathered that the suspect is a resident of…
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Nigerian banks are repositioning for more significant impacts, better product offerings, and higher returns on investment. Apart from announcing several changes, the banks moved to solidify their leadership positions by changing names, branding, and operational structures. Nigerian banks seek new frontiers and new profits Earlier in March, one of Nigeria’s leading banks, Zenith Bank, announced that it…
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A father and his son have been found guilty of murdering his wife’s new partner after they found him hiding in a wardrobe. Wayne Peckham, 49, and his son, Riley Peckham, 23, were both jailed for life, for a minimum of 24 and 18 years respectively, for killing Matthew Rodwell, 39. After their sentencing at…
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GenBioPro Inc, maker of the only U.S. generic version of the abortion pill mifepristone, on Wednesday filed a lawsuit seeking to ensure that it can continue selling its pill amid ongoing legal challenges. The lawsuit, filed in federal court in Baltimore, comes as the U.S. Supreme Court is poised to decide by midnight whether to…
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Rep. Mark Alford, R-Mo., told Newsmax Wednesday that he’s “very concerned” about the possibility of Chinese-owned video sharing app TikTok having a presence in the White House. During an appearance on Newsmax’s “Wake Up America,” Alford said he and 18 of his colleagues sent a letter to the White House on Wednesday morning expressing alarm over President…
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The Supreme Court has temporarily extended women’s access to an abortion pill until Friday while the justices consider whether to allow restrictions on mifepristone to take effect as a legal challenge to the medication’s FDA approval continues. In an order signed by Justice Samuel Alito on Wednesday, the court indicated it will act by Friday…
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It’s easy to think that trade is just about business interests in each country. But global trade is much more. There’s a convergence and, at times, a conflict of the interests of the different stakeholders—from businesses to governments to local citizens. In recent years, advancements in technology, a renewed enthusiasm for entrepreneurship, and a global…
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The G7 group of economically strong democracies has unequivocally called on China to respect international rules. “We remind China of the need to uphold the purposes and principles of the UN Charter and abstain from threats, coercion, intimidation, or the use of force,” states a joint declaration adopted on Tuesday at the end of the…
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Simp is an internet slang term describing someone who shows excessive sympathy and attention toward another person, typically someone who does not reciprocate the same feelings, in pursuit of affection or a sexual relationship. Urban Dictionary defines a simp as “someone who does way too much for a person they like”. This behavior, known as…
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