President Donald Trump said he plans to add countries to his existing travel ban to bar more foreign nationals from entry into the US. The current ban signed by Mr Trump two years ago closed US borders to citizens from seven countries, most with Muslim majorities.Libya, Iran, Somalia, Syria, Yemen, North Korea and Venezuela are… Continue reading US TRAVEL BAN: Trump to Add More Countries_Omokhodion Jeff
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US Senate adopts ground rules for impeachment trial_Ehiabhi Femi
The first substantive day of President Trump’s impeachment trial opened Tuesday with unexpected internal GOP dissension over its structure, as Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) was forced to revise his proposed rules at the last minute to accommodate a brewing rebellion in his ranks. That abrupt reversal from Senate leadership began a deeply acrimonious… Continue reading US Senate adopts ground rules for impeachment trial_Ehiabhi Femi
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WUHAN VIRUS: 6 People Dead and 300 Infected in China_Omokhodion Jeff
Officials in China are racing to contain the spread of a new virus that has left at least six people dead and sickened almost 300, after it was confirmed the infection can spread between humans. Wuhan, the central Chinese city where the coronavirus was first detected, announced a series of new measures Tuesday, including the… Continue reading WUHAN VIRUS: 6 People Dead and 300 Infected in China_Omokhodion Jeff
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Duke of Sussex reunites with Dutchess in Canada_Ehiabhi Femi
The Duke of Sussex has arrived in Canada as he prepares for a new life away from royal duties. Prince Harry landed on Vancouver Island on Tuesday morning to be reunited with his wife, the Duchess of Sussex, and their eight-month-old son Archie. It comes after the duke said he was "taking a leap of faith" in… Continue reading Duke of Sussex reunites with Dutchess in Canada_Ehiabhi Femi
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Schlumberger Posts $10B Loss in 2019_Ehiabhi Femi
Schlumberger posted a $10.1 billion loss in 2019 amid North America land market weaknesses. Schlumberger Ltd. posted a $10.1 billion loss in 2019, despite relatively flat year-on-year revenues, according to the oilfield services giant’s year-end earnings released Friday. Schlumberger CEO Olivier Le Peuch noted 2019 revenues totaled $32.9 billion and called the company’s overall performance… Continue reading Schlumberger Posts $10B Loss in 2019_Ehiabhi Femi
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BREAKING: Supreme Court dismisses Appeal against Tambuwal’s victory_Ehiabhi Femi
The Supreme court has dismissed an appeal filed by Ahmed Aliyu challenging the election of Aminu Tambuwal as Governor of Sokoto state. In a unanimous judgment delivered by Justice Uwani Abba-Aji, the apex court dismissed the appeal on the ground that the appellant failed to prove his allegation of non-compliance with the electoral act and… Continue reading BREAKING: Supreme Court dismisses Appeal against Tambuwal’s victory_Ehiabhi Femi
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Brighton VS Aston villa: Two Fans charged for criminal offenses_Erik Ogar
Two fans have been charged following incidents at Brighton's Premier League match with Aston Villa. 51-year-old John McAuliffe from Redditch has been charged under the Football Offences Act with setting off a flare, and Thomas Carter, a 28-year-old from Goring-by-Sea, was charged with assaulting a club steward by beating. The steward received medical attention for… Continue reading Brighton VS Aston villa: Two Fans charged for criminal offenses_Erik Ogar
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Yemen Attack:Scores of Soldiers Killed_Jeff Omokhodion
79 soldiers killed by Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen.. At least 79 Yemeni soldiers attending prayers at a mosque were killed and 130 others injured in ballistic missile and drone attacks by Iran-backed Houthi rebels, Saudi state-run al-Ekhbariya Television reported Sunday. The attack happened in the province of Marib on Saturday at a mosque at… Continue reading Yemen Attack:Scores of Soldiers Killed_Jeff Omokhodion
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Facebook Apologises For Faulty Translation of Xi Jinping’s Name_Jeff Omokhodion
Facebook has apologised for translating Chinese President Xi Jinping's name from Burmese to English into an obscenity on its platform.The translation gaffe came to light on the second day of Mr Xi's state visit to Myanmar.On Saturday, Mr Xi met Myanmar's leader Aung San Suu Kyi to enhance bilateral relations.In Burmese Facebook posts about their… Continue reading Facebook Apologises For Faulty Translation of Xi Jinping’s Name_Jeff Omokhodion
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