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The death toll from stampedes at two separate Christmas charity events in Nigeria has risen to 32, with victims including at least four children, according to police reports on Sunday. The tragedies occurred as large crowds gathered to receive food and clothing donations amid Nigeria’s ongoing cost-of-living crisis, one of the worst in decades. In Okija town, located in southeastern Anambra state, 22 people lost their lives during a food distribution event organized by a philanthropist, police confirmed. Another 10 fatalities were reported in the capital, Abuja, where a church-organized charity event ended in chaos. Eyewitnesses described the…

French football sensation Kylian Mbappé appears to have settled into life at Real Madrid after a challenging start. Despite failing to score in his first three La Liga matches, the forward has recently found his rhythm, scoring multiple goals and showcasing his talent. Real Madrid head coach Carlo Ancelotti expressed confidence in Mbappé’s progress, cautioning rival teams about the player’s resurgence. “He’s shown a good version of himself recently, although he can still improve,” Ancelotti said. “He’s fully recovered from his minor injury and has played well in the last few games. Mbappé is more motivated, more excited, and…

Amazon delivery drivers and Starbucks baristas in several U.S. cities have launched strikes, seeking union recognition and progress toward their first labor contracts. The protests, which began late last week, reflect broader tensions between workers and major corporations over labor rights and working conditions. The strikes come amidst a wave of high-profile labor movements this year, with unions securing significant concessions from companies like Boeing, port operators, and Las Vegas casinos. However, workers at Amazon and Starbucks remain locked in battles for their initial contracts, with both companies resisting unionization efforts. Amazon has yet to acknowledge unionizing drivers and warehouse…

A historic mission by NASA is set to bring humanity closer to the sun than ever before. The Parker Solar Probe, launched in 2018, is preparing for an unprecedented milestone as it aims to reach a record-breaking proximity to the sun’s surface this Tuesday. The spacecraft has already achieved remarkable feats by flying through the sun’s corona, the outermost layer of the solar atmosphere, visible during total solar eclipses. Its upcoming approach will bring it within a mere 3.8 million miles (6 million kilometers) of the sun’s surface, a distance unmatched by any previous mission. NASA scientist Joe Westlake offered…

In an unforgettable moment at the PNC Championship, 15-year-old Charlie Woods proved that golfing talent runs deep in the family. During the final round of the tournament at the Ritz-Carlton Club Orlando, Charlie made his first-ever hole-in-one on the par-3 fourth hole. The shot, executed with a precise 7-iron from 175 yards, drew wild cheers from the gallery and an emotional reaction from his father, Tiger Woods. “That was the thrill of a lifetime to be able to have that moment with Charlie, make his first hole-in-one,” said an elated Tiger Woods. The golfing legend admitted the experience was even…

In a world that often values material success, a small but steadfast number of young women in the United States are embracing the radical life of religious devotion. Among them is 24-year-old Zoey Stapleton, whose decision to become a nun reflects both personal conviction and the evolving dynamics of modern religious life. Raised in a devout Catholic family in Pennsylvania, Stapleton initially resisted the idea of religious life. Yet, during a pivotal evening walk along a darkened hiking trail, she mustered the courage to share her calling with her parents. Their eventual support deepened their own faith as they…

After withdrawing its troops from the Sahel region of West Africa, French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to reposition the country’s military base in Djibouti as a strategic hub for missions in Africa. Macron stated that the Djibouti base, traditionally focused on the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Indo-Pacific regions, would be “reinvented” to adapt to France’s evolving role on the African continent. “Our role in Africa is changing, and that’s intentional because Africa itself is changing its governments, public opinion, and global dynamics,” Macron said during a Christmas dinner with 1,500 French soldiers stationed at the base, which…

Over 40 million people in West and Central Africa are currently facing severe food insecurity, with this number projected to climb to 52 million by mid-2025, according to the United Nations World Food Program (WFP). A newly released WFP report highlights that 3.4 million individuals are experiencing “emergency levels of hunger,” marking a 70% increase in such cases since the summer. The crisis is being driven by ongoing conflict, displacement, economic instability, and severe climate shocks. The Sahel conflict and Sudanese civil war have displaced over 10 million people across the region, while catastrophic flooding in Nigeria and Chad…

At the COP16 summit in Riyadh, the Malian diaspora showcased groundbreaking initiatives, such as those by Ciwara Capital, that are transforming agriculture and fostering climate resilience in Mali. By channeling diaspora investments, these projects are addressing critical issues like food insecurity, job creation, and economic stability. These efforts present a model for sustainable development that other African nations can emulate. Magaye Gaye, an international economic consultant, highlighted that diaspora-driven initiatives could help close Africa’s financing gaps in climate-sensitive sectors. However, questions remain about how international support can scale these successes and which COP16 policies can bolster agricultural investments in fragile…

The Government of Rwanda officially declared the Marburg Virus Disease (MVD) outbreak over today, following 42 days with no new cases reported since the last patient tested negative for the virus twice, meeting the standard criteria for ending such outbreaks. The outbreak, confirmed on September 27, 2024, was the first of its kind in Rwanda. It resulted in 66 confirmed cases and 15 deaths, with nearly 80% of infections occurring among healthcare workers providing care to colleagues and patients. Rwanda’s health authorities, supported by the World Health Organization (WHO) and other partners, launched an extensive response to contain the…