November 14, 2025

Trump Mocks Rep. Ilhan Omar With McDonald’s Drive-Thru Image

Donald Trump: Mocks Ilhan Omar ‘McDonald’s Drive-Thru Image’

November 14, 2025 8:11 pm

President Donald Trump and White House lampoon Minnesota Representative Ilhan Omar after she said she wasn’t worried about deportation or losing citizenship.

President Donald Trump and the White House drew attention this week after appearing to mock Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., using a campaign-era photo of Trump posing as a McDonald’s worker. The image, shared on X, shows Trump smiling and waving from a drive-thru window.

The post followed the resurfacing of an interview in which Omar stated she had no fear of deportation or losing her U.S. citizenship. In the clip, aired on The Dean Obeidallah Show, Omar said, …

Colombian President Labels Trump ‘Barbarian’ Amid Drug Dispute

Colombian President: Calls Trump ‘Barbarian’ Amid Drug Dispute

November 14, 2025 7:29 pm

Colombian President Gustavo Petro criticizes Trump’s Caribbean drug vessel strikes, halting intelligence sharing with U.S.; White House defends actions.

Colombian President Gustavo Petro has sharply criticized President Donald Trump, calling him a “barbarian” following U.S. strikes on suspected drug-trafficking vessels in the Caribbean. Petro’s remarks came in an interview published Thursday November 6, 2025, by NBC News, days after he ordered Colombia’s security forces to stop sharing intelligence with Washington until the attacks cease.

Petro told the network that continuing to provide information to U.S. forces “would be collaborating with a crime against humanity,” emphasizing that the protection of human

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United States ‘Listeria’ Outbreak: 6 Dead, 27 Ill from Pasta

United States ‘Listeria’ Outbreak: 6 Dead, 27 Ill from Pasta

November 14, 2025 6:22 pm

United States’ Federal health officials link multistate listeria outbreak to recalled pasta meals; pregnant woman loses fetus, experts urge caution.

At least six people have died and 27 have fallen ill in a multistate listeria outbreak tied to recalled prepared pasta meals sold at major U.S. grocery chains, including Albertsons, Kroger, Sprouts Farmers Market, and Trader Joe’s. Health officials also reported that a pregnant woman lost her fetus after contracting the infection.

Listeria monocytogenes, the bacteria responsible for listeriosis, can grow even at refrigerator temperatures, making ready-to-eat and refrigerated foods particularly vulnerable to contamination. “It most often contaminates deli meats,

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US House Passes Bill Blocking Presidential Fracking Moratorium

US House Passes Bill Blocking Presidential Fracking Moratorium

November 14, 2025 5:55 pm

U.S. House of Representatives approves “Protecting American Energy Production Act” 226–188, limiting future presidents from banning hydraulic fracturing.

The Republican-controlled U.S. House of Representatives passed a key energy bill on Tuesday, 226–188, that prevents future presidents from imposing restrictions on oil and gas drilling without congressional approval. The legislation, titled the “Protecting American Energy Production Act,” specifically forbids the president from declaring a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing unless authorized by Congress.

All House Republicans voted in favor of the measure, while 118 Democrats opposed it. The bill comes in response to the actions of former President Joe Biden, who, just …

Nigerian Senate Rejects NNPCL’s ₦210T Defense, Demands Refund

Nigerian Senate: Demand Refund Of ₦210 Trillion From NNPCL

November 14, 2025 4:57 pm

Nigerian Senate rejects NNPCL explanations over ₦210 trillion unaccounted funds, citing illegal subsidies and lack of transparency in operations.

Nigeria’s Senate has rejected explanations offered by the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) regarding an unaccounted ₦210 trillion in its financial records, insisting the funds be refunded to the Federation Account. The decision comes after months of investigation by the Senate Committee on Public Accounts.

The committee’s scrutiny, covering NNPCL operations between 2017 and 2023, identified ₦103 trillion in accrued expenses and ₦107 trillion in receivables in the company’s audited financial statements. The figures prompted repeated queries from the panel, …

Samuel Eto’o Set For Another Term As Cameroon Football Boss

Samuel Eto’o Set For Another Term As Cameroon Football Boss

November 14, 2025 4:01 pm

Samuel Eto’o Fils remains at the centre of attention as the Fédération Camerounaise de Football (FECAFOOT) prepares for its presidential election on 29 November 2025. While he has declared his intention to seek re-election, the broader electoral landscape is clouded by unresolved procedural questions and a lack of formally confirmed challengers.

In recent months, FECAFOOT’s nomination process has drawn scrutiny. Local and regional media have reported delays and legal challenges as several potential applicants encountered obstacles under eligibility rules established by the federation’s statutes. Meanwhile, parts of the election framework—such as candidate vetting and the timeline for validation—have been temporarily …

Florentino Pérez To Step Down As Real Madrid President In 2025

Florentino Pérez To Step Down As Real Madrid President In 2025

November 14, 2025 3:41 pm

Florentino Pérez, the most influential figure in modern Real Madrid history, has decided to step down from the presidency next year, well before his mandate expires in 2028. The move marks a rare moment of transition for a club long shaped by his vision, his ambition, and his unmistakable imprint on global football.

Sources close to the club say Pérez wants the handover handled with care and clarity. His intention is for the transition to unfold in an orderly, transparent way, regardless of whether members approve the referendum tied to future club reforms. For him, the stability of Real Madrid …

Onana Set For Return But Not In Man United’s Plans

Onana Set For Return But Not In Man United’s Plans

November 14, 2025 3:31 pm

Andre Onana is expected to return to Manchester United at the end of his loan spell, but indications from within the club suggest he will not be part of their long-term project. Despite being contracted to United, the goalkeeper’s future at Old Trafford appears increasingly uncertain as the club prepares for the next phase of its rebuild.

Sources around the team indicate that United are satisfied with the progress and performances of Senne Lammens, who has impressed the coaching staff with his composure, reflexes, and potential. The Belgian goalkeeper is seen as an ideal fit for the club’s evolving style …

“Nigeria’s New Tax Administration Acts And Mandatory Tax ID”

“Nigeria’s New Tax Administration Acts And Mandatory Tax ID”

November 14, 2025 3:18 pm

Nigeria’s new Tax Administration Act mandates Tax IDs for financial and business activities, aiming to simplify compliance and close revenue loopholes.

Nigeria’s new Tax Administration Act (NTAA) has introduced fresh attention to a long-standing requirement: the use of Tax Identification Numbers (Tax IDs) for financial and business transactions. The move, designed to strengthen compliance and transparency, has raised questions among individuals and businesses across the country.

Under the NTAA, all taxable persons—those earning income through trade, employment, or business—must register with the tax authorities and obtain a Tax ID. Banks and other financial institutions are required to request this number

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MLS Switches To July Start In 2027, Eyes Premier League Style

Mbappé Says 400 Goals Aren’t Enough, Eyes 400 More To Shock

November 14, 2025 10:32 am

Kylian Mbappé has once again raised the bar for his own career, dismissing the milestone of 400 goals as insufficient for the legacy he wants to leave in football. In a recent interview, the Paris Saint-Germain and France forward said that reaching 400 career goals would not place him among the game’s most iconic figures.

“400 goals doesn’t impress people,” Mbappé said. “I want to make my mark in football history, so I have to score at least 400 more.” He referenced two legendary figures in the sport, both of whom have scored well over 900 goals, emphasizing that any …

MLS Switches To July Start In 2027, Eyes Premier League Style

MLS Switches To July Start In 2027, Eyes Premier League Style

November 14, 2025 10:21 am

Major League Soccer will undergo a significant schedule overhaul beginning in 2027, aligning its calendar more closely with European leagues. The season will kick off in July and extend through May of the following year, a departure from the traditional spring-to-fall schedule that has defined the league since its inception.

The proposed change reflects growing ambitions among club owners to elevate the league’s global profile and operational model. Most stakeholders see the move as a step toward emulating the structure of the English Premier League, which has long been a benchmark for competitive consistency and commercial success. By shifting to …

US Launches ‘Southern Spear’ Mission In Latin America

US Launches ‘Southern Spear’ Mission In Latin America

November 14, 2025 7:22 am

The United States has formally launched a major military operation in Latin America, dubbed Operation Southern Spear, aimed at confronting so-called “narco-terrorists” amid a growing deployment of troops, warships, and fighter jets across the region. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the mission on Thursday, framing it as a measure to defend the homeland and disrupt drug trafficking in the Western Hemisphere.

“Today, I’m announcing Operation Southern Spear. This mission defends our homeland, removes narco-terrorists, and secures our nation from the drugs that are killing our people,” Hegseth wrote on social media. The operation is led by Joint Task Force Southern …

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