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Texas Faces Severe Flooding: A Call for Unity and Assistance On a day that should have marked routine summer activities, Texas found itself in the grip of an unexpected natural disaster. On Saturday, Governor Greg Abbott made the urgent decision to sign a federal disaster declaration in response to devastating flooding that has wreaked havoc across the state. This declaration didn’t just echo in the halls of the Capitol; it resonated far and wide, becoming a symbol of hope for many in distress.…

The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus, has recently issued a stark warning: mpox remains a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). This designation underlines the potential global threat posed by the disease, prompting urgent attention and action across nations. Dr. Ghebreyesus highlighted a troubling trend: an increase in mpox cases, particularly alarming is the recent spike in West Africa. “There is likely undetected transmission in countries beyond the…

Dangote Oil Refinery: A New Era in Fuel Production In an ambitious move, the Dangote Oil Refinery is set to import at least five million barrels of U.S. West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude oil this July. This information comes from three well-informed trading sources who are familiar with the company's operations and strategies. Consider this: a refinery with the capability to process an astounding 650,000 barrels per day is looking to import approximately 161,000 barrels daily in July. This comes shortly after a…

The defence team representing music mogul Sean Combs has engaged in a second day of cross-examination with his former girlfriend, Casandra Ventura, at his ongoing sex trafficking trial. Their objective? To critically assess her testimony and position her as unreliable. Mr. Combs is confronted with serious federal charges encompassing sex trafficking and orchestrating an illegal sex ring supported by a range of criminal activities, including arson, kidnapping, and bribery. As the prosecution's key witness, Ms. Ventura,…

Pope Francis's health is showing steady improvements, and the Vatican has recently confirmed that his prognosis is no longer uncertain. The 88-year-old pontiff has been hospitalized for several weeks due to double pneumonia. In a positive update, the Vatican stated, "The clinical conditions of the Holy Father continue to be stable." This reflects ongoing progress, with recent blood tests and clinical evaluations highlighting a favorable response to his treatment plan. However, the statement added a note of caution: "In…

France is actively working to form a "blocking minority" within the European Union, aiming to halt the impending trade agreement with four South American nations, as articulated by President Emmanuel Macron. This deal, which unites the European Union and the Mercosur bloc—comprising Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay, and Uruguay—was heralded as a "win-win" by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen last December. However, it is now mired in substantial opposition from France, particularly its agricultural sector.…

Arsenal's aspirations for the Premier League trophy encountered another speed bump when they ended in a 1-1 deadlock against Chelsea on Sunday. Mikel Arteta’s squad now finds themselves without a win from four consecutive league matches, trailing nine points behind the table-toppers, Liverpool. Even though Arsenal managed to inch up to fourth place, their recent inability to secure victories has widened the gap at the top. Chelsea holds third place, barely surpassing Arsenal on goal difference. Gabriel Martinelli gave…

Rescue teams dove into flooded garages in a desperate attempt to locate victims of the worst flooding Spain has witnessed in a generation. Heavy rainfall once again wreaked havoc across the northeastern Catalonia region, triggering a transportation nightmare. Currently, the death toll has reached 217, predominantly in the eastern Valencia region. Authorities are anxiously bracing themselves for the grim discovery of additional bodies, as a significant number of individuals remain unaccounted for. Spain’s national weather…

Kylian Mbappe, Real Madrid’s French forward, netted his team’s second goal past Alaves' defender Moussa Diarra during their Spanish league clash at Santiago Bernabeu in Madrid on Sept. 24, 2024. (AFP) MADRID: Keep the confetti on standby, Kylian Mbappe struck gold again! Bagging his sixth goal in five matches, he propelled Real Madrid to a 3-2 victory over Alaves on Tuesday. This win nudged them tantalizingly close to top chaser Barcelona in the Spanish league standings. Since donning the Los Blancos jersey, Mbappe’s been…

The neutrality that Pretoria shows makes some of the opposition and public opinion furious. South Africa abstained in a vote condemning the Russian invasion before the UN General Assembly in early March. A closed vote implying a bias condemns the opposition.…