Philippine Leader Marcos Confirms Seven Arrests in Corruption Probe

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1053 EAT on Monday 24 November 2025 Seven people have been arrested in the Philippines as part of an investigation into a sprawling corruption scandal linked to flood control projects, President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. announced. The suspects are among more than a dozen individuals indicted by the Sandiganbayan,…

Snapchat Rolls Out Age Verification as Australia Prepares Teen Social-Media Ban

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1026 EAT on Monday 24 November 2025 More narrative Snapchat has begun prompting its Australian users under 18 to confirm their ages, turning to bank-developed identity technology as part of the process.The update lands just weeks before Australia enforces a pioneering ban blocking children under 16 from social…

Court Remands Bryan White to Luzira Prison in Murder Case

Updated By Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1528 EAT on Friday 21 November 2025 Kampala socialite Bryan Kirumira, known as Bryan White, has been remanded to Luzira Prison until December 18 over charges linked to the death of 25-year-old Carol Nalubwama. The 38-year-old appeared Wednesday before Makindye Chief Magistrate’s Court in proceedings held behind closed…

Countries Deeply Split Over Fossil Fuels as COP30 Wraps Up

Updated by Faith Barbara N Ruhinda at 1446 EAT on Friday 21 November 2025 Countries remain sharply divided over the future of fossil fuels as the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference, or COP30, moves toward its scheduled conclusion in the northern Brazilian city of Belém, raising the prospect of a contentious finish. After two…