Argentina’s President Milei attacked with stones during campaign rally
President Javier Milei was pelted with stones during a campaign rally near Buenos Aires as corruption allegations against his sister fueled violent clashes.
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Switzerland hit by first migrant riots after teen dies in police chase
Switzerland witnessed its first migrant-related riots in Lausanne after a 17-year-old died fleeing police, sparking violent clashes and renewed debate over immigration.
South Korea president Lee says Trump’s church remarks raised fears of “Zelenskyy moment”
Lee Jae-myung said Trump’s comments on church raids raised fears of a diplomatic clash, though talks focused on trade and security.
Kim Jong-un plans to deploy 100,000 troops to Ukraine as North Koreans volunteer to fight for Putin
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is reportedly preparing to send over 100,000 troops to Ukraine to aid Russia in its war efforts. Intelligence reports suggest thousands are ready for deployment.
Israel confirms airstrike on Gaza’s Nasser hospital, at least 20 dead
The Israel Defence Forces has confirmed carrying out the airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza, which killed at least 20 people, including several journalists.
Naira falls below N1,550/$ as dollar strengthens globally
The Naira slipped below N1,550/$ amid a stronger U.S. dollar, though rising reserves and FX reforms provided some support
Japan refutes Tinubu presidency’s claim of special visa category for skilled Nigerians
This followed a statement issued by Abiodun Oladunjoye, Director of Information at the State House, announcing that the Japanese government would introduce “a special visa category for highly skilled, innovative, and talented young Nigerians who want to move to Kisarazu to live and work.”
Taiwan stages large-scale drills to prepare for possible Chinese attack
Taiwan is conducting expanded civil and military drills to prepare for a possible Chinese invasion, though many citizens remain sceptical about the threat.
Israel probes Khan Yunis Hospital bombing after fatal strike on journalists
The IDF admitted mistakenly striking Nasser Hospital in Gaza, killing at least 14 people, including Reuters journalist Hussam al-Masri.
Hilda Baci cooks test batch ahead of record-breaking giant jollof rice attempt
Hilda Baci is set to attempt the world’s largest jollof rice cook-a-thon in Lagos on September 12, framing it as both a record bid and a cultural festival.