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Rising Smartphone Thefts in the UK: Over 200 Devices Stolen Daily

The UK has seen a significant rise in smartphone thefts, with over 200 phones being stolen daily between March 2023 and March 2024. This alarming increase, which is largely due to the growing demand for second-hand devices, marks a more than 150% rise in such crimes compared to the previous year. According to the Crime […]

129 killed in Attempted Prison Break in Congo

A tragic incident unfolded in the Democratic Republic of Congo when an attempted prison break at Makala prison in the capital, Kinshasa, led to the loss of 129 lives. The event took place on Monday night, sparking chaos within the prison walls. Congolese Interior Minister Jacquemain Shabani shared the heartbreaking news, revealing that 24 inmates […]

Zelensky Fires Ukraine’s Air Force Chief After F16 Crash Sparks Controversy

On August 30, 2024, President Volodymyr Zelensky made a significant move by removing Lieutenant General Mykola Oleshchuk from his position as the head of Ukraine’s Air Force. This decision comes in the wake of a tragic incident involving an F16 fighter jet, which crashed four days prior during a Russian bombardment. The crash resulted in […]

Youth Swallows Keys, Knife, and Nail Clippers: A Shocking Medical Case

In an unexpected and alarming incident in India, doctors were taken aback when they discovered a collection of metal objects inside the stomach of a young man in his early twenties. The objects, which included keys, nail clippers, and a knife, had been swallowed by the man, leading to an urgent and delicate surgical procedure. […]

President Joe Biden Spotted Relaxing at the Beach for the Second Week in a Row

President Joe Biden has been spotted enjoying a beach vacation for the second consecutive week, even after recently declaring his intention to “finish strong” in his presidency. The images of the president unwinding by the ocean have sparked discussions among the public, with many pondering how he juggles his responsibilities with downtime. While some see […]

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Faces Court After Arrest in France

Pavel Durov, the founder of the popular messaging app Telegram, was transferred from police custody to a court in France for questioning on Wednesday, August 28, following his arrest earlier in the week. Durov, 39, was initially detained at Paris’s Bourget Airport on Saturday under a warrant that linked his app to various criminal activities. […]

Four Nigerians Sentenced for Massive Forgery Scheme Aiding Illegal UK Residency

Four Nigerians have been sentenced in the UK for their involvement in a major forgery scheme that helped individuals live in the country illegally. The defendants, Abraham Alade Olarotimi Onifade, Abayomi Aderinsoye Shodipo, Nosimot Mojisola Gbadamosi, and Adekunle Kabir, were sentenced at Woolwich Crown Court on August 27, 2024, for their roles in creating over […]