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Port Harcourt Refinery: Six months of progress and promise

By John Akinyele Since its recent reopening after two decades of dormancy, the Port Harcourt Refinery has been a focal p...

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Le Pen's conviction in France a 'very big deal': Trump

"A lot of people thought she wasn't going to be convicted of anything," Donald Trump says of French far-right leader Mar...

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President Trump on running for a third term: ‘There’s a way you can do it’

President Trump on Monday did not rule out the possibility of running for re-election for a third term, which is prohibi...

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ALEX BRUMMER: If Donald Trump refuses to relent on his tariffs, we face a stock market cataclysm, global recession and a new inflationary spiral

Donald Trump avoided introducing his latest raft of tariffs today, on April 1, for fear he would be ridiculed for bringi...

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Ogalla’s commitment to regional and continental security

By Babajide Fadoju The Gulf of Guinea is one of the most important economic corridors in the world, given its abundance ...

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Nebraska lawmakers give first-round approval to ban on 'fake meat'

Sen. Barry DeKay said his bill (LB246) put up guardrails "until or unless there are clear labeling and marketing rules t...

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Trump admin reviewing billions in government contracts, grants for Harvard amid antisemitism allegations

The Department of Education announced a "comprehensive review" of federal contracts and grants for Harvard University as...

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Trump has dubbed April 2 'Liberation Day' for his tariffs. Here's what to expect

As the trade wars launched by U.S. President Donald Trump continue to escalate, all eyes are on Wednesday. Trump has rep...

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Trump confirms he'll travel on 1st foreign trip to Saudi Arabia, Qatar and UAE in coming weeks

President Trump confirmed on Monday Axios' report about him traveling to Saudi Arabia in the coming weeks for his first ...

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The Villarreal Law Firm Is Proud To Announce Blog Content On What To Do After A Car Accident In The Rio Grande Valley

(MENAFN - EIN Presswire)Learn how Texas car accident victims can build a strong case with evidence and the help of Villa...

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Pa. Senate passes bills to alert ICE of crimes, restrict bail options for some defendants

The two Republican-backed bills focused on crime — one that would reduce the amount of discretion local judges have on...

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Victims to attend parole hearings in national rollout of ‘vital’ scheme

The change follows a pilot scheme in the South West and Greater Manchester....

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Borders firm fined £120k after employee suffers serious injuries from fall

Jedburgh Sheriff Court was told he fell 13 feet through the roof light....

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Iowa House Democrats double down on plans to end taxes on tips, overtime pay

During a press conference Monday morning in downtown Des Moines, multiple House Democrats spoke on why tax exemptions on...

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Evan Low fined $106,000 for campaign finance violations including “intent to conceal” payment to Alec Baldwin

California's political watchdog organization is slapping former Assemblymember Evan Low with a $106,000 fine for 23 coun...

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Pa. mail ballots don’t need accurate envelope dates, federal judge rules

Election boards in Pennsylvania’s 67 counties may not invalidate mail-in ballots simply because they lack accurate, ha...

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Fact-check: Coalition misleads with claim Albo is ready to do a deal with the Greens

The opposition has jumped on a prime ministerial gaffe, using a cropped video to make it seem like Albanese is open to f...

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Federal Task Force Scrutinizing Harvard’s Contracts in Anti-Semitism Probe

The announcement followed Columbia University's pledge to comply with federal requirements and protect Jewish students....

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China’s Role in US Fentanyl Crisis Directed by Regime Leadership, Expert Says

Insiders say fentanyl is at the core of the Chinese Communist Party's bid to take revenge on the West, and America makes...

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Teal candidate apologises for sexualised joke to teen hairdresser

Nicolette Boele allegedly told the young female hairdresser that her hair wash “was so good and I didn’t even have s...

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On César Chávez Day, workers march for immigrant rights and safety

Marches and rallies across the state highlighted the role of immigrant workers "as the backbone of American society," or...

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Organ donors provide the ultimate gift of life

Hong Kong has welcomed the news that a record number of residents have agreed to donate body parts....

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Poilievre promises 'national energy corridor' to speed up pipeline, railway builds

Days before the campaign started, Mark Carney also promised a 'trade and economic corridor'...

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Feds offering private security to candidates amid rise in threats to politicians

The program is one of many first-time security boosts put in place during this federal election, due to a constant and c...

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Hong Kong Watch urges RCMP to investigate Paul Chiang as Mark Carney stands by candidate

The federal Liberals have been facing pressure to drop candidate after comments about handing a Conservative over to Chi...

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Pierre Poilievre dismisses calls for 'pivot' as Liberals increase lead in polls

Conservative leader says he won't stop criticizing the incumbent government for its 'lost Liberal decade'...

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Could 'pass the baton' be Trump's path to a third term as U.S. president?

'Well, that’s one,' Trump said recently. 'But there are others too.' Here's what the Constitution says...

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John Ivison: Carney reminds voters why they wanted the Liberals out in the first place

Paul Chiang's comments, and Carney's defence of the candidate, are a sign that the Liberal party’s inexplicable attach...

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Fox Politics Newsletter: Mike 'Waltz-es'

Welcome to the Fox News Politics newsletter, with the latest updates on the Trump administration, Capitol Hill and more ...

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Judge pauses Trump administration plans to end temporary legal protections for Venezuelans

Temporary Protected Status for 350,000 Venezuelans was scheduled to expire April 7....

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Speaker proposes ‘National Vulture Awards’ to expose corrupt public officials

Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin The Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, has proposed the establishment of a Nationa...

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Family Research Council Endorses Newly Introduced Free Speech Fairness Act

WASHINGTON, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, U.S. Rep. Mark Harris (R-NC 8) and Sen. James Lankford (R-OK), leading...

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Defense Department to offer new round of voluntary resignations, retirements. There are few details

The Defense Department is going to offer a new round of voluntary resignations and retirements to the civilian workforce...

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Focus on connection, not billions in stadium funding debates

Billionaire owners easy to demonize, but communal moments are priceless...

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‘Successful try’ at the Sevens proves game changer for stadium

Despite teething troubles at the rugby showcase, fans cheered the new Hong Kong venue that now eagerly awaits a top band...

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National security adviser used chat app for, well, just about everything

Mike Waltz, President Donald Trump’s embattled national security adviser, is reportedly juggling multiple secretive Si...

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Sheletta: It’s not just police but people driving positive change in north Minneapolis

Don’t be a fool on April 1. Black neighborhoods have always been overpoliced and underprotected....

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We need an Equal Rights Amendment more than ever

We’ve been on this merry-go-round for 50 years. Good folks find solutions....

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Readers Write: U student detained by ICE, Terminal 1 gridlock, creative writing

Why would any student endeavor to study in the U.S. when, at any time, their visa can be revoked for attending a protest...

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Counterpoint: You really don’t think the state did the right things during COVID?

I was involved in the response and I think our motives were sound and successes much greater than a recent writer portra...

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Anna Paulina Luna resigns from House Freedom Caucus, says 'mutual respect' was 'shattered'

Rep. Anna Paulina Luna is resigning from the House Freedom Caucus, she said in a letter to colleagues....

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Alley Cat Allies Offers $10,000 Reward for Information on Deadly Antifreeze Poisoning of Cats in Warren, Ohio

BETHESDA, Md., March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Alley Cat Allies, the leader of the global movement to protect cats and ki...

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Editorial: Boosting Wallops Island will pay dividends for coastal Virginia

Boosting support for the Wallops Island Flight Facility will advance Virginia's space sector, which continues to benefit...

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Cartoon: Granny Too?

Cartoon by David Horsey for April 1, 2025....

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Former Padre Jurickson Profar banned from play for performance-enhancing drug use

Jurickson Profar, who now plays for the Atlanta Braves, is barred from playing in 80 games after testing positive for a ...

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Column: The FAA’s approach to risk gambles with flight safety

The Federal Aviation Administration hasn't learned critical lessons about risk and safety, consultant and retired Navy p...

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Supreme Court appears likely to side with Catholic Church and Trump in key religious exemption case

The Supreme Court appeared likely to side with a Wisconsin-based Catholic Charities group in its fight over a state ruli...

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Letters for April 1: Hampton listening sessions a rare chance to be heard

Letter writers discuss town halls with Hampton Mayor Gray, the Signal chat security leak, using your voice to protest an...

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Braid: No popsicles for cancer kids under heartless new hospital rules

It turns out that children with cancer are just the most vivid symbol of a wider policy that will also deny food and dri...

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Rates decision to linger over cost-of-living election

Leaders will spend the day campaigning on ways to reduce cost pressures on housing and health ahead of the Reserve Bank ...

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Tech firms revive suit against Florida’s teen social media ban by ID’ing affected sites

U.S. Judge Mark Walker weeks ago threw out an earlier version of a lawsuit by the technology industry because he said it...

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Former Liberal Han Dong ‘disappointed’ to sit out federal campaign

Former MP Han Dong stepped away from Liberal caucus after Global News’ reports on his interactions with Toronto’s Ch...

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US deports more alleged gang members amid court fight

More alleged Venezuelan gang members have been deported from the United States to El Salvador, in violation of several c...

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China, Japan, S Korea will jointly respond to U.S. tariffs, Chinese state media says

China, Japan and South Korea agreed to jointly respond to U.S. tariffs, a social media account affiliated with Chinese s...

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Nonprofit groups sue Trump administration over election executive order, calling it unconstitutional

The lawsuit asks the court to declare the order unconstitutional and stop its implementation....

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Panel says ex-TV host Nakai did sexually assault Fuji TV employee

A third-party panel probing Fuji Television Network Inc and its handling of a scandal involving famous former TV host Ma...

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Katara dazzles visitors with diverse artistic and heritage performances on Eid

Tribune News NetworkDoha On the second day of Eid Al-Fitr celebrations, the Cultural Village Foundation (Katara) continu...

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Tamer Hosny, Adam set to charm Lusail Hall audience on April 25

Tribune News NetworkDohaMusic fans are in for a spectacular night as Arabic music superstars Tamer Hosny and Adam take t...

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WCM-Q students celebrate successful Match Day

Tribune News NetworkDohaSoon-to-graduate students of Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar (WCM-Q) celebrated gaining places on r...