Updated at 02:03 EAT Wednesday 05 March 2025 A chaotic scene unfolded in Serbia’s parliament on Tuesday, as opposition lawmakers clashed with the ruling majority, leaving at least three lawmakers injured, one seriously. The turmoil began about an hour into the parliamentary session, with opposition members blowing whistles and holding up a banner that read…
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Bodybuilder Jodi Vance Dies at 20 After Tragic Training Mistake, Says Coach
Updated at 01:31 EAT Wednesday 05 March 2025 Jodi Vance, a rising star in the bodybuilding world, has died at the age of 20 after what her trainer described as a “serious error” during training. The promising athlete, known for her dedication and passion for fitness, tragically passed away despite her bright future in the…
Government Denies Involvement in Kawempe North By-Election Violence as Opposition Raises Doubts.
The government has distanced itself from the violence that erupted during the recent Kawempe North by-election campaigns, attributing the incidents to individual perpetrators rather than state involvement. Speaking on behalf of the government, State Minister for Trade, Industry, and Cooperatives, David Bahati, condemned the brutality and arrests witnessed during the campaigns. He assured the…
Benni McCarthy Appointed as Head Coach of Kenya’s Harambee Stars
Updated at 21:05 EAT Tuesday 04 March 2025 Coach Benni McCarthy has officially been named the new head coach of the Kenya national football team, also known as the Harambee Stars. This announcement was made by the Football Kenya Federation (FKF) during a formal media launch at the Serena Hotel in Nairobi. McCarthy, a South…
US Tariffs Take Effect as Mexico, Canada, and China Retaliate.
President Donald Trump escalated trade tensions on Tuesday by imposing tariffs on America’s three largest trading partners—Mexico, Canada, and China. The move triggered immediate retaliation from all three countries, sending financial markets into turmoil and raising concerns about inflation and business uncertainty. At midnight, the U.S. government enforced a 25% tariff on imports from Mexico…
Pope Francis’ Recovery Progresses Amid Resignation Rumors
Updated at 18:46 EAT Tuesday 04 March 2025. Pope Francis’ health has been a subject of concern lately, but his doctors say he’s not in danger of death at the moment. He’s been hospitalized since February 14 for treatment of a respiratory infection, specifically double pneumonia, which requires at least another week of hospitalization. Rumors…
Ukraine Stunned as US Halts Military Aid, Citing ‘Dangerous Consequences.
7Ukrainians have expressed shock and concern following the United States’ decision to pause military aid to the country. The move, described as “dangerous” by a top Ukrainian official, has raised fears of immediate consequences on the battlefield. Oleksandr Merezhko, chairman of the Ukrainian parliament’s foreign affairs committee, warned that the suspension of aid could…
DR Congo defies pressure over talks with M23 Rebels.
Updated by Faith Ruhinda at 1401 EAT on Monday 03rd March 2025 Despite growing international pressure, the Democratic Republic of Congo is standing firm on its decision not to have direct talks with the M23 rebel group that has made major advances in the east of the country in recent months. Last week, the UK…
