Reuben Abati: Of Wildfires, Los Angeles, Obasa And Other Human Stories [MUST READ]
Global issues often resonate on personal levels, linking distant events to intimate concerns. In Reuben Abati’s dialogue, a father’s anxiety over wildfires in California highlights the interconnectedness of our world. Enjoy the read. “I hope your daughter is safe” “We thank God. We are all fine…
Jigawa Immigration rescues 10 suspected human trafficking victims
By Umar Akilu Majeri, Dutse The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) in Jigawa State has rescued 10 individuals suspected to be victims of human trafficking. The rescue operation, which took place in the Tsamiya Kwance area of Babura Local Government, was executed with the support of Operation Sakama…
Bird flu has been detected in a pig in the US. Why does that matter?
Pigs are an ideal ‘mixing vessel’ for avian and human viruses…Richards, Ramharack cop First Citizens top sports awards
Track athlete Jereem Richards and cricketer Karishma Ramharack captured the 2024 First Citizens Sports Foundation “Sportsman of the Year” and “Sportswoman of the Year” accolades when the 62nd edition of the national sports awards function was held at the Hyatt Regency, Wrightson Road, Port-of-Spain on Saturday night. While the win came as no surprise for
Heavy rain and peak hours lead to 4-hour delays at Causeway, Singapore News – AsiaOne
Travellers commuting from Singapore to Malaysia by foot and bus on Friday (Jan 10) night found themselves stuck in a human traffic jam at Woodlands Checkpoint. Commuters not only had to brave the Friday peak period but also had to contend with the continuous rain pelting both countries. Some netizens in the Facebook group Both
Autism Strategy Welcomed, Success Hinges on Funding | Mirage News
People with Disability Australia (PWDA) has welcomed the release of the Australian Government’s National Autism Strategy and its commitment to improving inclusion in the community, education and employment, alongside diagnosis, services and support systems for autistic people. However, the national disability rights and representative organisation has cautioned that these principled...Rescued Ethiopian nationals charged with contravening Immigration Act
The 28 Ethiopian nationals found naked in Sandringham, Johannesburg, and believed to be victims of human trafficking appeared in court on Tuesday after being charged with contravening the Immigration Act. This is after they were found to be in SA illegally…
Inside the ISS: NASA Crew’s Thrilling Week of Spacewalks and Scientific Breakthroughs
Two NASA astronauts are preparing for the first spacewalk of the year aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The Expedition 72 crew has also kicked off the week by conducting research in botany, combustion, and human physiology, as well as practicing departure procedures from the orbital outpost…
India’s Hindu pilgrims: a sea of humanity at Kumbh Mela
Millions of Hindu pilgrims are gathering in India to bathe in sacred waters for the six-week-long Kumbh Mela festival — from the very old to babies, cave-dwelling monks to science teachers. The millennia-old Kumbh Mela, a show of religious piety and ritual bathing — and a logistical challenge of staggering proportions — is held in…