[Premium Times] The deal between Nigeria and Meta, details of which have not been previously disclosed, is replete with concessions by Nigeria, including writing off the $32.8 million fine and softening the obligations it earlier imposed on Meta.

[allAfrica] During attacks carried out by jihadist groups on Saturday, April 25, Defense Minister Sadio Camara was killed.

A 24-year-old Icelandic man has reportedly died in a parachuting accident in Odense, Denmark. He was taking part in a jump with a skydiving club when his parachute failed to open properly, resulting in his death.

European politicians will not succeed in blaming Russia for the continent’s problems, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov says Read Full Article at RT.com

It appears the curse of the midterm elections is going to hit the ruling party head-on Read Full Article at RT.com

RT documentary Chernobyl: A Lesson for Humanity features liquidators, doctors and experts recalling the 1986 nuclear disaster Read Full Article at RT.com

Russian Defense Minister Andrey Belousov has decorated North Korean troops with the Order of Courage Read Full Article at RT.com

The shooting prompted the evacuation of President Donald Trump and other high-profile guests from the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner Saturday. The suspect is in custody.

Russia’s Africa Corps has released footage of strikes on Western- and Ukrainian-backed terrorists in Mali Read Full Article at RT.com

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Kenyan Sabastian Sawe wrote history as the first man to officially run a marathon under two hours in a legitimate race after winning the London Marathon in a staggering World Record time of 1:59:30 on Sunday.

[allAfrica] During attacks carried out by jihadist groups on Saturday, April 25, Defense Minister Sadio Camara was killed.

The air quality crisis in Delhi is an ongoing battle, often leading to emergency protocols like the GRAP being activated as pollution levels soar. While these short-term fixes bring momentary relief, they overlook the fundamental problems. To forge a path toward long-lasting improvements, we must commit to a year-round strategy to curb emissions from vehicles, factories, and farming activities.

Lebanese reporter Zeinab Faraj recounts the final moments of her colleague Amal Khalil, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike Read Full Article at RT.com

A new policy could reportedly result in US green card applicants being denied for pro-Palestinian activities and criticizing Israel Read Full Article at RT.com

A large fire has broken out at RAF Fairford, a key US Air Force operations hub in the UK used for the war on Iran Read Full Article at RT.com

An earthquake measuring 3.2 struck Bárðarbunga around 2:30 PM yesterday. It was followed by several aftershocks.

The shooting prompted the evacuation of President Donald Trump and other high-profile guests from the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner Saturday. The suspect is in custody.

A Delhi court has also intervened, asking local police to explain why no FIR has been registered so far. The next hearing is scheduled for April 29. Activists warn that any confirmed acts of cruelty could invite strict penalties under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act and the Bharatiya Nyay Sanhita.

Home Minister Amit Shah unveiled major BJP promises for West Bengal, including implementing Uniform Civil Code, banning triple talaq, and ending polygamy. He also pledged financial aid for women and unemployed youth, and a crackdown on cattle smuggling. Shah highlighted national security achievements and vowed to expel illegal infiltrators if the BJP wins.

The Gauhati high court had on April 24 rejected Khera's plea for anticipatory bail in the case registered against him by the Crime Branch of Assam Police in Guwahati. The case against Khera was registered after he claimed at a press brief that ​​Assam CM's wife Riniki Bhuyan «holds multiple foreign passports and undisclosed assets abroad».

The terrorist raid in Mali could have been supported by Western countries, Moscow has said Read Full Article at RT.com

[allAfrica] Following attacks carried out by jihadist groups on Saturday, April 25, Defense Minister Sadio Camara was killed.

Highway 63 reopened Saturday after heavy snow and strong winds left motorists stranded on Friday, but some people that were stuck on the road say it took the province, local government and RCMP too long to act.

Val De La Cruz and his son Jeb were lining up for a lemonade at the Lapu-Lapu Day festival last April when the two were struck by an SUV ramming through the crowd. One year on, the 2 ½-year-old is back to giggling and singing, but his parents are still dealing with injuries and fear.

Manitoba will ban youth from using social media and AI chatbots, Premier Wab Kinew announced on Saturday. The proposed law protecting youth from the harmful effects of social media will be the first of its kind in Canada.

Names doing the rounds include senior faculty such as Dr Nikhil Tandon, professor and head of endocrinology, Dr Radhika Tandon, Chief, Professor of Ophthalmology and Prof Sandeep Chauhan head of cardiac anaesthesia department, though sources cautioned that no decision has been taken yet. “There are established conventions, but nothing is final yet. Typically, the senior-most person is asked to hold charge,” a senior doctor said.

The WHO prequalification clears the way for countries and global agencies to procure the medicine for public health programmes, expanding access to a quality-assured treatment for one of the most vulnerable groups. While the immediate impact is expected in high-burden regions such as Africa, the approval also opens the door for countries like India to adopt the formulation through national programmes if needed.

Published in Geriatrics & Gerontology International, the study led by Sudeep Mathew George and Prasun Chatterjee examined 30 adults above the age of 60 and found that those with sarcopenia—a condition marked by gradual muscle loss—had significantly less diverse gut bacteria, a marker of poorer overall health. The findings support the emerging concept of a “gut–muscle axis,” where disruptions in gut microbes may affect muscle strength through immune, metabolic and nutritional pathways.

Donald Trump was evacuated unharmed after gunfire at a White House dinner. The AAP is seeking the termination of seven rebel MPs. Rahul Gandhi condemned the killing of a Congress worker in West Bengal. Ishan Kishan shared a light-hearted moment with a young cricketer. Chernobyl has become a wildlife sanctuary 40 years after the nuclear accident.

The Supreme Court has struck out a constitutional application brought by Lenard Bice and Derick Welan, ruling that the case lacked legal merit and amounted to an abuse of court process.

Prisoners in Vanuatu are serving longer sentences than before, a trend that is beginning to raise concerns about pressure on correctional facilities.