November 19, 2025

UK Says Russian Spy Ship Zapped RAF Pilots With Lasers

UK Says Russian Spy Ship Zapped RAF Pilots With Lasers

November 19, 2025 4:19 pm

A Russian spy ship, the Yantar, has reportedly used lasers to disrupt Royal Air Force pilots tracking its movements near UK waters, Defence Secretary John Healey has said. He described the incident as “deeply dangerous” and said the government was treating it with the utmost seriousness.

Healey said the ship, operating north of Scotland, had entered UK waters for the second time this year. It was being monitored by a Royal Navy frigate and RAF Poseidon P-8 aircraft at the time. The laser incident is understood to have occurred within the last two weeks.

“My message to Russia and to …

Congress Sends Bill Requiring Release Of Epstein Files To Trump

Congress Sends Bill Requiring Release Of Epstein Files To Trump

November 19, 2025 4:07 pm

The US Congress has passed legislation directing the Department of Justice to release its investigative files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein, sending the bill to President Donald Trump for signature. The House of Representatives approved the measure 427-1, and the Senate quickly cleared it through unanimous consent, bypassing debate.

Trump said he will sign the bill, reversing his earlier opposition. Over the weekend, he had criticised the push for disclosure but later urged Republicans to support transparency, insisting he had “nothing to hide” while framing the files as a distraction from other priorities.

The files include documents from federal …

Children Among 25 Killed In Russian Strike on Ternopil

Children Among 25 Killed In Russian Strike on Ternopil

November 19, 2025 3:38 pm

At least 25 people, including three children, were killed in a Russian missile and drone attack on two apartment blocks in Ternopil, western Ukraine, officials said, with another 73 wounded, 15 of them children. The strike early Wednesday marks one of the deadliest in the region since Moscow launched its full-scale invasion in February 2022.

Ukraine’s air force reported that Russian X-101 cruise missiles struck the residential buildings. Nearby regions, including Lviv and Ivano-Frankivsk, were also targeted, and drone attacks hit three districts of northeastern Kharkiv, wounding more than 30 people. Social media footage showed buildings and vehicles ablaze, with …

China: Passport Checks At UK Heritage Spark Political Outcry

China: Passport Checks At UK Heritage Spark Political Outcry

November 19, 2025 2:08 pm

UK approval for Chinese security officers to check visitor passports at a protected London heritage site triggers national security warnings and political backlash.

A decision allowing Chinese state security officials to conduct passport checks at a protected heritage site in central London has ignited a wave of criticism from security analysts and senior politicians, deepening tensions around Beijing’s proposed “Super-Embassy” in the British capital.

The checks will apply to visitors entering the ruins of St Mary Graces, a 14th-century Cistercian abbey founded by King Edward III in 1350. The site, designated as a scheduled ancient monument, lies inside the perimeter

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Ronaldo Attends White House Dinner With Trump

Ronaldo Attends White House Dinner With Trump

November 19, 2025 1:49 pm

Cristiano Ronaldo made headlines this week after attending a high-profile White House dinner hosted by U.S. President Donald Trump in honour of Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. The event, which drew international attention, brought together political leaders, business figures, and global celebrities — with Ronaldo’s presence standing out as one of the evening’s most talked-about moments.

According to Reuters, Ronaldo joined the Saudi delegation during the Crown Prince’s official visit to Washington, where the group was received by President Trump and senior U.S. officials. Ronaldo, who plays in the Saudi Pro League for Al Nassr, has become one of …

Japanese Retail Rice Prices Climb To Highest Level On Record

Japanese Retail Rice Prices Climb To Highest Level On Record

November 19, 2025 1:40 pm

Japan’s retail rice price reaches an all-time high despite a strong harvest, extending a six-week surge and deepening pressures on household budgets.

Retail rice prices in Japan have climbed to their highest level since the government relaxed emergency stockpile releases, underscoring persistent cost pressures facing households despite expectations of improved supply this year.

According to data released Friday November 14, 2025, by the Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries, the average price of rice sold at supermarkets nationwide reached 4,444 JPY — roughly US$28 — per 5-kilogram bag during the week ending Sunday November 16, 2025. The figure represents an …

Konaté Considering Liverpool Renewal As Madrid Looms

Konaté Considering Liverpool Renewal As Madrid Looms

November 19, 2025 1:38 pm

Liverpool have officially made a new contract renewal offer to Ibrahima Konaté, but the centre-back has yet to give an answer, leaving his future uncertain. The 26-year-old’s current deal runs until June 2026, and despite the Reds’ efforts to keep him, Konaté continues to weigh his options amid growing external interest — most notably from Real Madrid. 

According to reports, Liverpool’s latest offer comes with urgency, as they aim to avoid losing Konaté on a free transfer next summer. The Reds reportedly value the defender highly, seeing him as a key pillar in their backline alongside Virgil van Dijk.

On …

Drawcok Warns Public As Courts Halt Nestoil Towers Dealings

“Drawcok Warns Public As Courts Halt Nestoil Towers Dealings”

November 19, 2025 12:54 pm

Drawcok warns global investors after multiple Nigerian court orders block any sale or lease of Nestoil Towers, citing ongoing disputes with banks and legal agents.

Drawcok Estate Limited has issued a strong public advisory warning investors, financial institutions and the broader business community against engaging in any transaction involving the high-profile Nestoil Towers in Lagos, stating that the property remains under strict court restraint.

The company said it was compelled to speak out following what it described as unlawful attempts by individuals allegedly linked to Guaranty Trust Bank (GTB) and other parties to market or assume control of the property …

Pakistan Deports 13,000 Afghans In Massive Migrant Crackdown

Pakistan Deports 13,000 Afghans In Massive Migrant Crackdown

November 19, 2025 11:28 am

Thousands of Afghan refugees returned to a struggling homeland as Pakistan enforces strict immigration policies, sparking humanitarian concerns.

Pakistan deported more than 13,000 Afghan refugees over the weekend, continuing a sweeping crackdown on migrants from its western neighbor. Authorities sent at least 6,000 people back to Afghanistan on Saturday November 15, 2025, followed by 7,700 more on Sunday November 16, 2025, including women, children, journalists, and former security personnel.

The mass deportations are part of a controversial policy introduced in October 2025, requiring all undocumented foreigners — estimated at 1.7 million, predominantly Afghans — to leave voluntarily or face arrest. …

“Australia, Canada, UK Campaign Against Visa Fraud In Ghana”

“Australia, Canada, UK Campaign Against Visa Fraud In Ghana”

November 19, 2025 10:58 am

High Commissions of Australia, Canada and UK, unite to raise awareness on visa scams, urging Ghanaians to use official channels and avoid fraudulent agents.

The High Commissions of Australia, Canada, and the United Kingdom in Ghana have launched a collaborative public awareness campaign to combat visa fraud, a growing issue that continues to affect many Ghanaians.

The week-long initiative, which coincides with International Fraud Awareness Week (16–22 November 2025), aims to educate the public about the dangers of fraudulent visa practices. The campaign emphasizes the use of official government channels for applications, warns against deceptive agents, and encourages safe and …

Kwara Church Attack Leaves Two Dead As Community Seeks Help

Kwara Church Attack Leaves Two Dead As Community Seeks Help

November 19, 2025 8:01 am

Two people were killed Tuesday evening when armed men raided the outskirts of Eruku in Kwara State, Nigeria, targeting the Christ Apostolic Church Oke Isegun parish and forcing residents to flee into nearby bushland, local authorities and eyewitnesses said.

The assault is the latest in a string of violent incidents reported in the border community over the past three weeks, deepening concerns about rising insecurity in the area and renewed pressure on state and federal officials to intervene.

Witnesses told reporters the attackers arrived around nightfall and opened fire without warning. One resident said the strike caused chaos across …

Poland Russian Consulate Closure Follows Rail-line Sabotage

Poland Russian Consulate Closure Follows Rail-line Sabotage

November 19, 2025 7:33 am

Poland announced Wednesday that it will close Russia’s consulate in Gdansk after an explosion damaged a key rail link that connects Warsaw with the Ukrainian border. Warsaw blamed Moscow for the incident and said it marked another escalation in hostile activity targeting the country.

Foreign Minister Radoslaw Sikorski said the government had withdrawn permission for the consulate to operate, leaving Russia with only its embassy in Warsaw. “I have decided to withdraw consent for the operation of the Russian consulate in Gdansk,” he told reporters, adding that Poland had repeatedly warned Moscow its diplomatic footprint would shrink if hostile actions …

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