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EKO BRIDGE REPAIRS: LASG ROLLS OUT DIVERSION PLAN  The Lagos State Government has announced that traffic will be diverted away from Eko Bridge to facilitate emergency repairs by the Federal Ministry of Works. The diversion will commence on Monday, 16th September, 2024, and will last for Eight Weeks. The repairs will be carried out in four phases, during which the bridge will be intermittently fully or partially closed, depending on the work schedule. Motorists are advised to use the following alternative routes during the repairs: Motorists heading to the Island from Funsho Williams Avenue can make use of the service lane at Alaka to connect Costain and access Eko Bridge to continue their journeys. Alternatively, Motorists heading to the Island can access Costain to connect Eko Bridge to link Apongbon for their destinations. Motorists can also connect Apongbon inwards Eko Bridge to link Costain to access Funsho Williams Avenue. Motorists can also make use of Costain inwards Alaka/Funsh

 SCREENING EXAMINATION FOR ENTRY INTO GOVERNMENT SCIENCE AND TECHNICAL COLLEGES HOLDS TOMORROW The screening examination for admission into seven Government Science and Technical Colleges, as well as one Government Technical and Vocational College for the 2024/2025 academic session, will take place tomorrow, Saturday, September 14, 2024, at Government Technical College, Idi-Aba, starting at 8:00 AM. The programme is a 3-year course leading to the award of the National Technical Certificate (NTC) or National Business Certificate (NBC). In a statement signed by the Ogun State Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu, it was noted that the examination is open to candidates who have completed their registration through the Ogun State Education Revitalisation Agenda (OGSERA). Candidates are required to have either a Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE), West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE), National Examination Council Seni

 Mpox: Good News As WHO Approves First Jab The World Health Organization (WHO) has for the first time prequalified an Mpox vaccine. The announcement came on the heels of the arrival of the first MVA-BN vaccines to the Democratic Republic of Congo, the epicentre of the epidemic. DRC has recorded nearly 22,000 cases and 716 deaths linked to the virus since January. So far, some 200,000 vaccine doses have been delivered to the DRC by the European Union, along with about 50,000 from the United States. Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is caused by a virus transmitted to humans by infected animals but can also be passed from human to human through close physical contact. It causes fever, muscular aches and large boil-like skin lesions, and can in some cases be deadly. On its X handle on Friday, the development is expected to speed up access to the jabs to fight an epidemic raging in Africa. “This first prequalification of a vaccine against mpox is an important step in our fight against t

  Cameroon Health Workers Set to Strike Over Poor Working Conditions Health workers in Cameroon, represented by their union, have announced plans to launch a nationwide strike on September 30, 2024.  The strike, set to take place in front of the Ministry of Public Health in Yaoundé and regional delegations, aims to demand better working conditions.  The union has expressed frustration over unresolved issues, including the exploitation of 27,000 temporary workers without pay, unfair recruitment practices, non-payment of promotions, and poor treatment of staff.  A previous strike notice in July received no response from the government, prompting this latest action.

 Dangote Donates ₦‎1.5 Billion To Borno Flood Victims President of Aliko Dangote Group, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, has donated N1.5 billion to victims of the Maiduguri flood disaster. He made the announcement during an assessment visit to some of the affected locations in Maiduguri.Accompanied by Governor Abdullahi Sule of Nasarawa state, Dangote said out the amount, N1 billion was given to National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to work with the Borno State government. “I just want to clarify, we have this flood committee. NEMA wrote us a letter; so we sat down and approved N1 billion to NEMA to work with the Borno State government. On top of that, the Aliko Dangote Foundation will put additional N500 millions so that’s #1.5 billion. Thank you,” he said. Earlier, Gov Sule also announced the donation of unspecified number of trucks of relief materials to support the Borno state government. Responding, Governor Babagana Zulum praised them for generosity and love towards the people of Bor

 I’m Ready To Be Vice President If I See Someone Who Will Perform Better, Says Peter Obi A former Labour Party presidential candidate, Peter Obi, has expressed his willingness to consider a vice-presidential role if he finds someone who can perform better than him.   The former Anambra governor stated this in a recent exclusive interview with New Central TV which SaharaReporters monitored on YouTube, claiming that his ambition is to get people to move Nigeria forward in the next general election in 2027. Answering questions on the possibility of him accepting to be a vice-presidential candidate in 2027, Obi said: “Quite frankly, for me, I’m not desperate to be Nigerian president. I am desperate to see Nigeria work. If I see people who can do the work better, I will (consider being Vice President).  “I even have people who say I should not come out in 2027 and I said to them, offer yourself. And we will not put everybody on a scale.”     Obi insisted that he would not leave the Labour P

 'Who are his real children?': Man claims to be 'secret son' of King Charles, demands 4-way paternity test Simon Charles Dorante-Day, a man claiming to be the illegitimate child of King Charles and Queen Camilla has taken to Facebook, renewing his claim that he is the illegitimate son of King Charles III and Queen Camilla.  British-born Simon Charles Dorante-Day now lives in Australia and thinks he is the illegitimate son of Charles and Queen Camilla. Mr Dorante-Day previously claimed his adoptive mother, who used to work for Queen Elizabeth II, told him he was Charles and Camilla's son on her deathbed. He was adopted when he was about eight-months-old in 1966 in Portsmouth – Charles would have been 17 and Camilla 18 at the time. Unsurprisingly, he has received radio silence from the Royal Family over the years, having made repeated requests for DNA tests. But that hasn't stopped him trying to prove his royal heritage But now he's back, and has claimed that

  Justin Timberlake Pleads Guilty to Driving While Impaired Charge The "Cry Me a River" singer pleaded guilty to a less serious offense to resolve his drunk driving case in New York on Friday, seemingly wrapping up a three-month legal saga. Appearing in Sag Harbor Village Court, Timberlake, 43, pleaded guilty to driving while ability impaired, his lawyer Edward Burke Jr. announced at a press conference on Friday. The NSYNC frontman had initially been charged with driving while intoxicated. He will pay a fine and perform community service, including recording a public safety announcement about the dangers of drunk driving. His lawyer Edward Burke Jr told reporters outside the Sag Harbour courthouse: ‘My client finished the contents of one drink in two hours at the American hotel, and contrary to what was reported he wasn’t drinking other people’s drinks or warned in advance not to drive. He wasn’t rude, obnoxious, or belligerent. He was polite and respectful during his whole e

  Turkmenistan President Bans All Colored Cars from Capital, Only White Cars Allowed Not only are most cars on the road white – with some exceptions, silver and gold are also allowed, but they must be spotlessly clean. If you drive around the capital of Turkmenistan, you will probably notice that most of the cars on the road are white. This is no accident. Back in 2018, a decree was passed according to which driving in black and brightly coloured cars is prohibited in the capital Ashgabat. No one has explained why this bizarre decision was made, although many claim that it is connected to the superstition of the former president of Turkmenistan, Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedov. Namely, he believes that the colour white brings happiness. Turk president Gurbanguly Berdymukhammedov is superstitious about the white colored cars, which happens to be his favourite color. The officials banned the import of black cars back in 2015 stating “white color is supposed to be lucky." Not only are most

 ANAMBRA STATE POLICE COMMAND RECORDS SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTS WITHIN THE WEEK UNDER REVIEW _Arrest of eight suspects on offences of Kidnapping, Cultism, illegal possession of a firearm, armed robbery and Recovery of a long gun, one locally made Barreta, ammunition, and a suspected stolen vehicle_ Anambra Police working on a technology-driven investigation arrested two suspects (names withheld) in their criminal hideout in Nnewi. The arrest is in a follow-up of the reported case of a Kidnapped but later released victim on 19th August 2024 in Ihiala, The suspects confessed to being active participants in the crime and have already provided information to the Police that is aiding the Investigation. Also, Police-led Joint Security Operatives, Aguata Base, acting on credible information in the early hours of 12/9/2024 stormed a criminal hideout of suspected Vandals and arrested five suspects namely, Okorie Miracle, Joshua Ifeanyi Ekwa, Aneke Okorie, Mmesoma Faithful and Chukwuzekwu Mba, a

 Anambra Govt bans scavengers, vows to prosecute residents selling scraps to them Anambra State Government has announced an immediate ban on the activities of scavengers who move about buying iron scraps, commonly referred to as “iron condemn”. This decision follows the scavengers’ notorious activities, which have become a significant nuisance to society, involving the theft of metal objects from public utilities, private properties, and the vandalism of critical infrastructure. According to a statement issued by the Commissioner for Information, Paul Nwosu, the scavengers’ actions have had a detrimental impact on the state’s economy and the country as a whole. The government has warned that individuals caught engaging in business with these scavengers will be arrested and prosecuted for receiving stolen property. To distinguish between illegal condemned iron scavengers and legitimate scrap metal dealers, the Ministry of Environment will register and certify the latter, allowing them t

 Leave Shaibu alone, Oshiomhole tells critics Former Edo State Governor Adams Oshiomhole yesterday told those criticizing the restoration of relationship between him and his estranged god-son Philip Shaibu to mind their own business. The one-time National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), now a senator representing Edo North District,, decried the negative comments against the reinstated Edo deputy governor for identifying with the APC. Oshiomhole declared that he was not bothered about the negative comments against him for reconciling with Shaibu, who recently dumped the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) for the APC. The leader of APC in Edo (Oshiomhole) spoke at the governorship campaign rally at Jattu, hometown of Shaibu in Etsako West Local Government Area. Speaking at the Jattu’s rally, Oshiomhole declared that he forgave Shaibu his trespasses against him after his mother, Alhaja Ashetu Oshiomhole, begged him to put behind the past, insisting that the governing PDP in

 APC demands prosecution of murderers of policeman at Benin Airport The Director of Media of the All Progressives Congress (APC) Campaign Council in Edo State for the September 21 governorship election, Prince Kassim Afegbua, has called for the prosecution of the murderers of police Inspector Onuh Akoh, who was shot dead on July 18, 2024, at the exit gate of Benin Airport, to serve as a deterrent to other criminally-minded people. Afegbua said the late Akoh was attached to Okpebholo, who arrived from Abuja, in company with the reinstated Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu. He said: “We have repeatedly cautioned those who wield enormous powers, after they climbed unto the podium of power, to always have the terminal date of this same power in mind, that time when their tenure will be in its twilight and all about it will attenuate, possibly leaving them with fear of a tenuous future simply because of their wrong tack. The APC campaign council director also accused Governor Godwin Obaseki of

 Olubadan elevates six chiefs in Balogun line, urges them to drive development The Olubadan of Ibadanland, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Akinloye Owolabi Olakulehin, Ige Olakulehin 1 has charged the newly elevated traditional title holders to use their new positions for the development of Ibadanland. Oba Olakulehin gave the charge during the promotion of six traditional chiefs in the Balogun line. The event took place at Olubadan palace, Oke Aremo, Ibadan on Friday. According to the monarch, the promotion was in line with the tradition of ascendancy to the Olubadan stool. Olubadan while speaking, urged the newly elevated traditional title holders to use their positions for the development and progress of Ibadanland. “You have been elevated to various new positions in Balogun line today. I congratulate you all. “I want you to see your various new positions to work for the development and progress of Ibadanland in all areas of human endeavors. Let your elevation serve as a call for more comm

 Edo Election: Court summons Sen. Okpebholo over alleged age falsification A Magistrates’ Court in Abuja has summoned Senator Monday Okpebholo, the All Progressives Congress, APC governorship candidate for the 2024 Edo elections, to appear before it over alleged age falsification. He is charged with forgery and perjury. The suit filed by a PDP Chieftain, Honesty Aginbatse, on Sept 12 alleged discrepancies in the birth dates provided in the nomination forms Okpebholo submitted to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Sen. Okpebholo is to appear before Magistrate Abubakar Mukhtar on Sept 20. Aginbatse alleged that Okpebholo’s 2023 Senate nomination form listed his birth date as March 29, 1970. He added that Okpebholo‘s 2024 governorship nomination forms contained Aug. 29, 1970, in an age declaration form while Aug. 29, 1972, was listed on his West African Examination Council, WAEC certificate. Aginbatse also alleged that Okpebholo had Aug. 1, 1977, as his date of birth on

 AFCON 2025 qualifier: Eguavoen criticizes Super Eagles star after draw with Rwanda Interim coach of the Super Eagles, Augustine Eguavoen, has criticized goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, for wasting time in their draw with Rwanda on Tuesday. Nwabali started the 3-0 win over Benin Republic last weekend and was also selected against the Amavubis. Although he kept two clean sheets in the two 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, Eguavoen was not happy with his behaviour in Kigali. The Chippa United goalkeeper fell to the ground twice in the closing minutes against Rwanda. “I don’t encourage such, it’s something we have to talk about, and we all know he’s one of the best goalkeepers in Africa right now. Some officials can get irritated as well and then start to add more minutes. “It’s not a game plan. I told you before we came here to get three points so delaying such balls is not the best. It’s an in-house talk, we will discuss, going forward such things will not happen,” Eguavoen said as quo

 Kogi: PDP Suspends Dino Melaye Over Anti-party Activities The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has taken swift action against one of its prominent members, Senator Dino Melaye from Kogi, suspending him over alleged anti-party activities. This decision, according to a memo sighted by TRIBUNE ONLINE on Friday, was made by the ward party executive committee in Ayetoro/Iluagba Ward 1 after reviewing the report of the disciplinary committee set up to investigate Melaye’s actions. It appears that Melaye’s recent actions were deemed detrimental to the PDP’s interests and unity, prompting the suspension.

 In reply, please quote; Ref No. CZ.5300/FPRD/FHQ/ABJ/VOL.6/235                    Date: September 13th, 2024 The Director of News   ……………………………. PRESS RELEASE OIL THEFT: IGP-STFPIB OPERATIVES BUST ILLEGAL PETROLEUM REFINERY, ARREST FOUR (4) SUSPECTS. As IGP Re-echoes Fight Against Economic Saboteurs. The operatives of the IGP Special Task Force on Petroleum and Illegal Bunkering (IGP-STFPIB) have once again made a significant breakthrough in the continuous fight against oil theft, illegal bunkering and economic sabotage. This milestone achievement was marked after the operatives, in collaboration with the department of operations, Rivers State Command, on 12th September 2024, made discovery of a storage facility in Trans Amadi, Port-Harcourt, Rivers State, used in dealing and processing illegally acquired Crude oil.  This operation had led to the arrest of four (4) suspects namely; Emmanuel Nwachi ‘m’ 58 years; Adamu Bala ‘m’ 35years; Nura Musa ‘m’ 22 years; Bashir Abubakar ‘m’ 28 yea

 Lagos, Abia, Akwa Ibom get new police commissioners The Police Service Commission (PSC) has approved the appointment of four substantive commissioners of police for Lagos, Abia, Ebonyi, and Akwa Ibom commands. In a statement on Friday, Ikechukwu Ani, PSC spokesperson, said the appointment is due to the vacancies created by promotion of some senior officers. The new commissioners of police are: Isah Danladi Nda, for Abia command; Olarewaju Ishola Olawale for Lagos command; Anthonia Adaku Uche Anya fror Ebonyi command and Miller Gajere Dantawaye for Akwa Ibom command Speaking on the posting, Hashimu Argungu, PSC chair, urged the new police commissioners to make positive impacts in the security management of their respective states. Argungu asked the new commissioners to build efficient and effective police commands in their states. The PSC spokesperson disclosed that the approval has been sent to Kayode Egbetokun, inspector-general of police, for implementation. By this development, Dan

 WANTED BY THE EFCC  Ibrahim Mohammed, is wanted by the EFCC. If you have any information on his whereabouts, please report to the EFCC or the nearest Police Station. 

 Kenya protests: Police boss jailed Kenya's acting chief of police was sentenced to six months in prison on Friday after he repeatedly defied orders to testify about the whereabouts of three men who have been missing after allegedly being taken by police officers. The three were outspoken on social media platforms in support of mass anti-government protests in June and July, Reuters reported. The judge at the High Court in Nairobi suspended the sentence for seven days to give Gilbert Masengeli, the acting inspector general of police, a final chance to appear in court before having to report to jail. The case stems from a lawsuit by the country's main bar association, the Law Society of Kenya, which is seeking a court order for the release of three men who it said were taken by the police in August and have not been heard from since. Human rights activists claim dozens of people involved in the protests were abducted by state agents and held incommunicado. Most were subsequently

ARREST OF NOTORIOUS CULTIST, SUSPECTED ARMED ROBBERS, IMPERSONATION AND UNLAWFUL POSSESSION OF FIREARMS In a related development, on August 9, 2024, at about 11.45 pm, operatives of the Anti-Kidnapping Unit of the Rivers State Police Command responded to an intelligence report of a criminal operation in Luegbo Community in Khana Local Government Area.  On arriving at the scene, the Police met with an ongoing gruesome Cult initiation process. Five suspects, later found to be students of the Ken Saro Wiwa Polytechnic, were arrested. The students, Mduni Clement, Prosper Wonyingipreye, Kunle Joseph, Eken Evans and Isaiah Elisha confessed to being members of the Vikings confraternity. They have been charged in court and are presently in a correctional centre. While carrying out the arrest of the five cultists, the Police encountered a man with them, fully dressed in Police camouflage and donning the rank of an Inspector of Police. He was armed with an AK-47 rifle, ten magazines and twenty-n

 LAGOS STATE TASKFORCE CRACKS DOWN ON ILLEGAL PARKING AT BERGER BUS STOP In a continued effort to ensure the smooth flow of traffic and maintain public safety in accordance with the THEMES PLUS Agenda of the State Government, the Lagos State Taskforce carried out a major operation at Berger Bus Stop, inward Ibadan, where commercial and private vehicles have consistently parked on the Expressway, disregarding the legally assigned Lay-by Bus Stop created for that purpose. This illegal parking has resulted in significant traffic blockades, inconveniencing both pedestrians and motorists along that route. The operation, led by the Chairman of the Lagos State Taskforce, CSP Adetayo Akerele, was aimed at enforcing compliance with traffic regulations across major traffic prone areas of the State and ensure free vehicular movement is not hindered by any set of entities.   “A total number of 28 vehicles have been impounded and I hope it serves a form of warning to commercial operators that are i

 Wanted drug baron behind 4 cocaine shipments to Saudi Arabia, Qatar arrested . No hiding place for barons, says Marwa as NDLEA declares 2 others wanted Operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, have taken into custody a wanted drug baron, Alhaji Suleiman Ganiu Aremu (a.k.a Barryshine) two years after coming under the radar of the anti-narcotics Agency. Suleiman who is the Managing Director/CEO of Barryshine Suleiman Nigeria Ltd came under the Agency’s watchlist over his alleged role in four foiled attempts to export cocaine to Saudi Arabia and Qatar through the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, MMIA Ikeja Lagos between 2022 and 2024. His name first featured on November 13, 2022, when a female passenger on Qatar airlines flight to Saudi Arabia, Alhaja Ajisegiri Kehinde Sidika was arrested at the MMIA in possession of 400 grams of cocaine, which was concealed inside female footwears.  Investigation later revealed that one Abdullahi Olarenwaju Ramon, who is a b

 Leave him alone, Customer is always right” – Reactions as Cubana Chiefpriest allegedly threatens food critic Opeyemi Famakin over negative review at his restaurant This whole issue opened a huge discourse online, and here are some of the comments from netizens; sharon.chigozirim wrote, “This is a simple criticism that you’re meant to look into and do better… He was even nice with words” creativeoliver wrote, He made an honest review, said the restaurant looks good, the local dishes are nice…. only the microwaving of the pastries that he criticized and he’s being threatened instead of talking to the pastry chef?? We get very long way to go for this country.” donchilo6 wrote, “Inability to take constructive criticism is a sign of low intelligence” domingo_ loso wrote, “He is a food critic and connoisseur. that’s what he does for a living. He was quite respectful with his analysis and criticism” b_uniqu.e wrote, “Someone that was even polite with his reviews. Pick the mistakes and work o

 It's a baby girl , Congratulatory pour as Nigeria controversial music singer Portable and his wife, Ashabi welcome second child It is raining congratulatory messages for controversial Nigerian singer Habeeb Okikiola, better known as Portable, and his wife, Ashabi, as they welcome their second child. The controversial singer made the good news known on his Instagram page with a clip of his newborn daughter and maternity photos of Ashabi. He expressed gratitude to God for his princess and for not shaming them. Giving a shout-out to Ashabi, he prayed that God would continue to bless her as he vowed to fly with her forever. “ZAzuu With heart full of joy, we welcome our third princess to d world. Thank you, GOD, for not shaming us, eyitayo Alhamdulilahi. God bless you, my woman. I fly with you forever @ashabi.mohsimple_ Mummy @fitilamihan_atandaogo iya newborn baby Akoi Blessings, my beautiful princess. Welcome to the world Ọmọ OGO. OGO Ni. God bless the BADMUS family”. Ashabi, on her

 Hate him or like him, he is a great performer” – Kanayo Kanayo gives Yul Edochie his flowers Veteran Nollywood actor Kanayo Kanayo has given his junior colleague, Yul Edochie his flowers. Taking to his Instagram page, he shared a clip of him with the actor on the set of his movie, as he hailed him. Kanayo stated that whether one likes Yul or not, one can’t take away the fact that he is a great performer who knows how to use his voice and body to express his artistic mien and candor.

 Do Not Be A Sacrificial Lamb For Anyone – Nollywood Actress Warns On Mohbad’s Death Anniversary Nollywood actress, Opeyemi Aiyeola has shared some lessons she has learnt a year after the death of singer Mohbad. Speaking via a post on her Instagram page, the actress warned that the risk of getting one’s conscience dirty simply because of wealth is not worth it She lamented that the love of money could turn family members against themselves. The thespian advised her followers not to make themselves sacrificial lamb for anyone irrespective of their relationship. According to her, “It’s been 1 year since Mohbad transitioned and a lot has happened, still happening. “Few lessons learnt, the risk of getting your conscience dirty for wealth is not worth it in the end. “The love for money and fear of supreme influence will turn even your blood and loved ones against you. Human survival instincts are not respecter of love, loyalty, blood or friendship. “Poverty will forever be tool in the hands

 Katy Perry Reacts to Pic of Orlando Bloom Checking Out Kim Kardashian Katy Perry is speaking out after a photo of her fiancé Orlando Bloom seemingly checking out Kim Kardashian's, err, assets has gone viral. The image, which was snapped on Sept. 9 at the Kering Caring for Women Dinner during New York Ready to Wear Fashion Week, features the Pirates of the Caribbean star standing behind the "Woman's World" singer at the event, while his gaze seemed to land on the reality star's curves in a figure-hugging ensemble she described as a "3D Molded Liquid Rubber Balenciaga Wet Dress." But Katy, who wore a strapless aqua blue sequin Balenciaga gown to the event, wasn't threatened by the moment. If anything, she understands completely. After radio DJ Elvis Duran mentioned the "clickbait" photo of Orlando's cheeky glance during his Sept. 10 show, he noted, "I mean how could you not?" The 39-year-old, who is set to recieve MTV's Vid

 Peru's Ex-President Alberto Fujimori Dies At 86 Peru's former president Alberto Fujimori, who ruled his country with an iron fist and then spent 16 years in prison for crimes against humanity, died on Wednesday at age 86 in the capital Lima. "After a long battle with cancer, our father, Alberto Fujimori, has just departed to meet the Lord," his children Keiko, Hiro, Sachie and Kenji Fujimori wrote on social media platform X.  "Thank you for so much, Dad!" they added. Alberto Fujimori, who led Peru from 1990 to 2000, was released from prison on humanitarian grounds in December, two-thirds of the way through a 25-year sentence for crimes against humanity during his rule. He was a key part of Peru's so-called war on terrorism in the form of Shining Path and Tupac Amaru leftist rebels. It left more than 69,000 people dead and 21,000 missing from 1980 to 2000, most of them civilians, according to a government truth commission. Sources close to his family tol

 Bluetooth earring company responds to Kamala Harris’s debate allegations A company that makes Bluetooth earrings that looked like what Kamala Harris wore during her debate has responded after she was accused of wearing the device to cheat while debating Donald Trump.   Harris, who has previously suggested that Bluetooth headphones pose a 'security risk', was accused of wearing earphones disguised as pearl earrings to aid her during the 90-minute contest against Republican rival Donald Trump on Tuesday night.  While some suggested that earrings worn by Kamala Harris might be Tiffany HardWear pearl earrings Critics alleged the gold pearl loops which Harris, 59, has worn before and are believed to be from Tiffany's, are actually a pair of smart audio earrings engineered by German start-up company NOVA due to their striking similarity. Many X users, particularly Trump's supporters, claimed that the earrings might be earphones, implying they could have been used to receive

 South African farmers accused of killing two women, feeding bodies to pigs Three men in South Africa are accused of killing two women and feeding their bodies to pigs on their farm in a case that has outraged the public. The men appeared in court Tuesday in the northern province of Limpopo. The state wants them to remain behind bars until their trial is concluded. Farm owner Zachariah Johannes Olivier, supervisor Andrian Rudolph de Wet and employee William Musora face two counts of premeditated murder, one count of attempted murder and possession of an unlicensed firearm. Musora, a Zimbabwean national, also faces charges of being in the country illegally. It is alleged that in August, a truck belonging to a dairy company dumped potentially expired goods at Olivier's farm, prompting the women, Locadia Ndlovu and Maria Makgatho, to trespass and try to collect the products. Both were shot and killed. A man with them was injured and crawled to a nearby road to scream for help. He told