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Trump Criticizes European Leaders, Questions Ukraine Support

Trump Criticizes European Leaders, Questions Ukraine Support

December 12, 2025 9:40 am

President Trump calls European countries “weak” and “decaying,” urges Ukraine to consider concessions, while Kyiv develops its own peace proposals.

U.S. President Donald Trump has sharply criticized European leaders, calling them “weak” and suggesting that Washington could reduce support for Ukraine as the war with Russia continues.

In an interview with Politico, Trump said he believes many European nations have failed to manage migration effectively and have not taken decisive action to help end the conflict in Ukraine, which began with Russia’s full-scale invasion in February 2022. “They talk but they don’t produce. And the war just keeps going on …

Suspect Arrested After Shooting At Kentucky State University

Suspect Arrested After Shooting At Kentucky State University

December 12, 2025 9:26 am

Kentucky State University placed on lockdown after campus shooting; suspect in custody as authorities respond to active aggressor incident.

One suspect is in custody following a shooting at Kentucky State University (KSU) on the afternoon of Tuesday December 9, 2025, prompting a campus-wide lockdown and emergency response from local law enforcement.

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear confirmed that authorities are investigating the incident and that some individuals sustained injuries. “At this time, we are aware of some injuries,” Beshear said. “We will share more information as available.” It is not yet clear how many people were hurt or whether there are …

Japan: 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Northeastern Coast

Japan: 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Northeastern Coast

December 12, 2025 3:38 am

Devastating 7.5 quake off Japan’s northeast injures dozens, prompts mass evacuations, and raises warnings of potential stronger tremors.

Powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.5 shook Japan’s northeastern coast on the night of Monday December 8, 2025, injuring at least 30 people and triggering the evacuation of more than 100,000 residents. Authorities warned that additional tremors of similar or greater intensity could follow in the coming hours.

Videos and photographs from affected areas showed damaged buildings, collapsed walls, and debris scattered across streets. Emergency services quickly mobilized to assist those injured and to secure affected zones. Hospitals reported treating people …

London Christmas Tree Lighting Draws Praise, Public Criticism

London Christmas Tree Lighting Draws Praise, Public Criticism

December 12, 2025 3:02 am

Trafalgar Square Christmas tree ceremony sparks debate over festive displays, traditions, and multicultural representation in London this holiday season.

London’s annual Christmas tree lighting ceremony in Trafalgar Square took place over the weekend, drawing both attention and criticism from residents and social media users worldwide.

The ceremony featured a Norwegian spruce adorned with white lights, a tradition dating back decades. While many attendees celebrated the event, some observers compared the display to more elaborate holiday celebrations in other international cities, noting the modest scale of the Trafalgar Square tree relative to locations such as Prague, Warsaw, and Bangkok.

The event …

Benin Coup Attempt Fails: Calm Restored, Hostages Freed — U.S.

US Declares: Benin Coup Fails, Calm Restored, Hostages Freed

December 10, 2025 9:51 am

Calm returns to Cotonou after failed coup; US lifts travel warning, hostages released, and regional forces aid in restoring constitutional order.

Calm returned to Benin’s capital Cotonou on Monday December 8, 2025, following a failed coup attempt on Sunday, with hostages freed and the United States lifting a temporary shelter-in-place advisory for American citizens.

The US Embassy in Cotonou said conditions had stabilized after a turbulent 24 hours. “The situation in Cotonou is calm and has returned to normal. We are lifting the shelter-in-place recommendation,” the embassy stated, while urging continued caution and avoidance of crowds or demonstrations.

The attempted …

Gov Otti Says Taxation Must Drive Growth, Not Punish Citizens

Gov Otti Says Taxation Must Drive Growth, Not Punish Citizens

December 10, 2025 9:13 am

Abia Governor cites surge in state revenues as proof that fair, transparent taxation can spur development when aligned with public trust and accountability.

Abia State Governor Alex Otti says taxation must serve as a tool for economic development rather than a mechanism of intimidation, arguing that transparent tax administration has helped his government nearly quintuple the state’s internally generated revenue in less than two years.

Speaking at the 37th convocation lecture of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri, Otti said Abia’s annual internally generated revenue has risen to nearly ₦100 billion—up from about ₦20 billion before he took office in …

Musk Predicts SpaceX Will Carry Most Of Earth’s Cargo To Orbit

Musk Predicts SpaceX Will Carry Most Of Earth’s Cargo To Orbit

December 10, 2025 8:54 am

Elon Musk says SpaceX could handle 99% of global orbital payloads once Starship flies multiple times daily, reshaping the space launch market.

SpaceX CEO Elon Musk has projected that his company could eventually carry nearly all of the world’s orbital payloads, once its Starship vehicle reaches a high-frequency launch schedule.

In a recent post on X, Musk said SpaceX is “accelerating rapidly” and predicted that Starship, flying “several times a day,” could handle about 99% of Earth’s total orbital payload mass—even if rival launch providers triple their current rates.

The comments followed third-quarter launch data highlighted by longtime SpaceX investor …

Trump Criticizes CNN Reporter Over Ballooning Ballroom Costs

Trump Criticizes CNN Reporter Over Ballooning Ballroom Costs

December 10, 2025 8:40 am

President Donald Trump lashes out at CNN’s Kaitlan Collins on Truth Social after questions about the rising costs of his 90,000-square-foot ballroom.

President Donald Trump publicly criticized CNN White House correspondent Kaitlan Collins on Saturday, December 6, 2025, continuing his ongoing confrontations with the media and female journalists.

President Trump targeted Collins on Truth Social, calling her “always Stupid and Nasty” in response to her reporting on the rising costs of his 90,000-square-foot ballroom. Collins’ story highlighted that the project, initially projected to cost less, has increased due to an expansion in size and upgrades in interior finishes. A new …

"United Flight” Diverts To Edinburgh After Mid-Air Emergency

“United Flight” Diverts To Edinburgh After Mid-Air Emergency

December 10, 2025 7:45 am

London–San Francisco United Airlines flight diverted to Edinburgh after pilots declared a mid-air emergency prompted by a burning smell onboard.

United Airlines flight bound for the United States made an unscheduled landing in Scotland after the crew declared a mid-air emergency and diverted the aircraft to Edinburgh, prompting a response from emergency services before the situation was later stood down.

Boeing aircraft departed London at 2:05 p.m. local time and was scheduled to fly across the North Atlantic to San Francisco. But roughly two hours into the journey, pilots issued a “7700 squawk,” the international transponder code used to

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Ibom: Deep Sea Port Edges Closer To Construction Aft

Ibom: Deep Sea Port Edges Closer To Construction After Delay

December 9, 2025 10:41 am

Akwa Ibom’s $4.2 billion port project gains momentum as federal support grows and key regulatory approvals clear the path for financing and take-off.

After more than two decades on the drawing board, Nigeria’s proposed Ibom Deep Sea Port is moving steadily toward construction, as government officials intensify efforts to secure financing and position the facility as a major trade hub for West and Central Africa.

First conceived in 1999 under former Akwa Ibom Governor Victor Attah, the port has remained one of Nigeria’s most ambitious infrastructure projects. Successive administrations have pushed to advance it, but the current drive under Governor

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Nigeria Clarifies Diverting Military Aircraft To Burkina Faso

Nigeria Clarifies Diverting Military Aircraft To Burkina Faso

December 9, 2025 9:24 am

Nigerian Air Force says a technical fault forced a precautionary landing in Bobo-Dioulasso, assuring all personnel are safe as plans advance to resume the Portugal-bound mission.

Nigerian Air Force has confirmed that a transport aircraft bound for Portugal made an unscheduled landing in Burkina Faso after the crew reported a technical issue mid-flight.

The C-130, one of the service’s primary long-range transport platforms, departed Lagos on Monday December 8, 2025, for a routine ferry mission when the aircrew detected an abnormality that required immediate attention. The pilots decided to divert to the nearest suitable runway, touching down safely in the …

SA Ends Visa-Free Entry For Palestinians Amid Migration Fears

SA Ends Visa-Free Entry For Palestinians Amid Migration Fears

December 9, 2025 8:20 am

Pretoria says two charter flights from Gaza appeared linked to an alleged relocation effort, prompting concerns over forced displacement and regional tensions.

South Africa has revoked its 90-day visa exemption for Palestinian travelers, citing what officials describe as coordinated attempts to move people out of Gaza under suspicious circumstances. The decision follows the recent arrival of a charter flight carrying 153 Palestinians, an episode that authorities say raised red flags about possible forced migration.

Minister of Home Affairs Leon Schreiber said the flight — along with a similar one in October 2025 — appeared to be organized by actors connected

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