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 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU CONDOLES WITH KENYA OVER THE PASSING OF FORMER PRIME MINISTER RAILA ODINGA President Bola Tinubu extends his condolences to the government and people of the Republic of Kenya over the passing of former Prime Minister Raila Amolo Odinga.   President Tinubu extols Mr Odinga as a towering figure in African politics, whose lifelong commitment to democracy, justice, and national unity left an indelible mark on Kenya and across Africa.   The President says the former Prime Minister's courage in the face of adversity, his resilience in pursuing electoral reforms, and his unwavering belief in the people's power will remain sources of inspiration for generations to come.   President Tinubu also states that as a statesman of international repute and a freedom fighter, Mr Odinga embodied the spirit of Pan-Africanism and was a steadfast advocate for inclusive governance and regional cooperation.   "His legacy will endure in the ins...

 PRESS STATEMENT   APC HAILS PRESIDENT TINUBU’S VISIONARY LEADERSHIP AS WORLD BANK AND IMF VALIDATE ECONOMIC REFORMS The All Progressives Congress (APC) is heartened by global acclaim of President Bola Tinubu's economic reforms that are yielding extraordinary results, and signaling that Nigeria now stands on the cusp of prosperity of a kind never before seen in our history.   Under President Tinubu, Nigeria is creating a new and vibrant economic environment powered by diversification, inclusive growth and job creation rooted in increased local production. This progress marks a significant shift from the oil boom-and-bust cycles of the past, and heralds a new era of sustainable growth and development for Nigeria. Economic growth is the most potent antidote to poverty and underdevelopment. It is a necessary scaffolding for lifting people out of poverty and unlocking their full potential. It generates and regenerates economic opportunities, creates jobs, boosts incomes,...

 Fake Drug Dealers in Ogbogwu market are the ones Behind the Plot to Remove Me as Chairman of the market- Ndubuisi Chukwuleta(Chairman of Ogbogwu Market) Mr. Ndubuisi Chukwuleta, the caretaker chairman of the Ogbogwu Market in Onitsha, Anambra State, has spoken out over what he described as a plot by some individuals to remove him from office. Speaking during an interview on Gbam, Mr. Chukwuleta alleged that those behind the moves are fake drug dealers and individuals who are opposed to the ongoing reforms in the market. According to him, the resistance to his leadership stems from his firm stance against the sale of fake and substandard drugs within the market. “It’s people who don’t want the progress of the market that are fighting me,” he said. “The fake drug cartel still wants to bring in fake drugs and continue selling, but they no longer have their way.” Mr. Chukwuleta also revealed that some of the aggrieved individuals were displeased because their access to perform fetish ...

 LAGOS DENIES INVOLVEMENT IN FESTAC DEMOLITIONS The Lagos State Government has denied any involvement in the recent demolition of structures in FESTAC Town. Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Dr. Oluyinka Olumide, made this clarification on Tuesday in Alausa.  He explained that, contrary to speculation, the State Government had no role in the demolitions carried out in the area. Olumide stated that Lagos State operated a clear and transparent procedure for any demolition exercise, which includes the issuance of all statutory notices and meaningful engagement with affected stakeholders where required. He also urged all agencies operating in the State - including federal agencies - to always consult and obtain clearance from the Ministry of Physical Planning and Urban Development before carrying out any demolition activity. "We want to assure residents that the Lagos State Government remains committed to fairness, due process, and the protection of propert...

 LASG TO COMMENCE FULL ENFORCEMENT AGAINST ALL LAND RECLAMATION PROJECTS WITHOUT EIA APPROVALS ON WEDNESDAY  The Lagos State government on Tuesday announced that full enforcement action against all land reclamation projects without Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Approval and Drainage Clearance across the state would commence on Wednesday. This was disclosed in a Public Notice signed by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab, who added that the commencement followed the expiration of a 7 - Day ultimatum given by the State government.  He added that the 7 - DAY ultimatum came through Public Notices published in National Newspapers on September 18th and 19th in the Punch and The Nation newspapers respectively. in his words "This is to notify the general public, particularly individuals, developers and Corporate bodies engaging in unauthorized land reclamation and Waterfront encroachment that the grace period of SEVEN DAYS for compl...

 1,375 Beneficiaries Of 1 Youth 2 Skills Plus Initiative In Awka South Receive Cash Grants Over 1,375 beneficiaries of the second phase of the Anambra State Government’s 1 Youth 2 Skills Plus initiative in Awka South Local Government Area have received cheques of their startup grants disbursed under the programme. Governor Chukwuma Soludo had announced the approval of a N3.5 billion start up grant for the over 8,300 beneficiaries of the programme during their graduation last month.  The disbursement of the cheques was coordinated by the Special Assistant to Governor Chukwuma Soludo on Youth Development, Mr. Emeka Omata.  The 1 Youth 2 Skills Plus Solution Initiative focuses on building capacities in agriculture, ICT, fashion, crafts, catering and other vocational sectors to promote self-reliance and innovation among young people. It also provides access to additional financial support through the Anambra Small Business Agency for beneficiaries interested in expanding thei...

 “If you have money, enhance your looks;  it’ll help you in life.” — Skit maker, Zicsaloma Popular Nigerian content creator Zicsaloma has advised people who can afford cosmetic surgery to go for it, saying appearance plays a major role in how the world treats you. Sharing his personal experience, the comedian said he once lost out on a major customer care job because the female directors felt his “look didn’t fit the brand.” “Out of a hundred applicants, we were shortlisted to three. I was the best — I could type fast, speak eloquently, and had the qualifications. But when it got to the final selection, they said no. The female directors said my look doesn’t work for customers,” he said. He also recalled how during a Project Fame audition, a crew member later told him he was the best singer that day but wasn’t chosen because of his teeth and facial appearance. “That was the first time someone told me about braces. The man said if I fixed my teeth and cleared my pimples, it wou...

 How I learned to mind my business after being beaten on set – Opebe Actor Yomi King, popularly known as Opebe, has opened up about some of his early struggles in the movie industry, revealing that many of the beatings he received on set were not scripted but real. Speaking in a recent interview on Behind The Fame Podcast on YouTube, the comic actor recalled that some of his experiences during filming went far beyond acting. “Those sufferings were beyond acting; they were real beatings. That’s what they call acting, you have to do it well and real for people to know it truly happened. Baba Suwe doesn’t mind. Anyone that knows him well knows he will beat you directly; ask the director,” he said in Yoruba, translated to English. Opebe recounted one particular incident involving his colleagues Baba Suwe and Yinka Quadri, which turned serious during the production of the Yoruba movie Eku Meji. “A sample happened in a year, I won’t say the name of my boss Yinka Quadri, I won’t mention h...

 Explained Step by Step: Nigeria’s road from CAF to International play-offs Nigeria’s Super Eagles kept their World Cup dream alive with a commanding 4–0 win over Benin Republic  but a clear, two-stage path still lies ahead. Below is a tight, easy-to-follow news-style explanation plus a step-by-step checklist showing exactly what the team must do to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The short version Nigeria must first navigate the CAF Play-Offs (a mini knock-out among Africa’s best runners-up), then survive the Inter-Confederation Play-Offs (a global, six-team series) to secure one of the final slots at the 2026 World Cup. Step-by-step: How the Super Eagles qualify Stage 1  CAF Play-Offs (continental) Finish top among eligible runners-up. Nigeria already secured second place in Group C. Only the top four second-placed teams from Africa’s nine groups progress to the CAF Play-Offs  Nigeria achieved this with the 4–0 win in Uyo. Win the CAF Play-Off semi-final. This is a ...

 Army neutralises four terrorists, arrest 45 suspected criminals nationwide Nigerian Army’s troops on operation across the country have neutralised four terrorists and arrested 53 suspected criminals in the past three days.  Over 4,000 liters of stolen crude and petroleum products were also recovered during the operations conducted between October 10 to 13. A source at the Army Headquarters told The Nation on Wednesday that recent intensified operations have significantly degraded the capabilities of terrorists, bandits, and other criminal elements by disrupting their logistics and eliminating key leaders. According to the source, in the North East, the 26 Task Force Brigade in Gwoza, Borno State, arrested two suspected Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) logistics suppliers in possession of 52 mat yards.  Also, 156 Task Force Battalion apprehended a terrorist spy in Mainok, Kaga Local Government Area. In the North West, the source said 17 Brigade troops at Mabai i...

 Olubadan unveils legal committee to tackle land grabbing The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja, on Tuesday, inaugurated a 5-member committee on land grabbing and other related heinous acts. The committee, charged with the task of tackling the problem of land grabbing from the legal perspective, includes Senior Advocates of Nigeria, Niyi Akintola and Musibau Adetunbi. Others are Yinka Okunade, Rahman AbdulRaheem and Tunji Thomas. Ladoja, in a statement by his media aide, Adeola Oloko, in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Wednesday, gave the committee “an express permission to co-opt anybody from any profession, including town planning, survey, security agencies, the bar and bench who could assist in giving them sufficient greenlight to fight the scourge.” The fifth member, Adetunbi, SAN, was in the court at the time of the inauguration, which had in attendance the members of the Olubadan-in-council. Lubadan said both the State Government and the Olubadan-in-Council were on...

 Nigeria’s inflation rate drops for 6th consecutive time Nigeria’s headline inflation dropped to 18.02 per cent in September 2025, down from 20.12 per cent in August. This is the sixth consecutive headline inflation drop in Nigeria this year. National Bureau of Statistics, NBS, disclosed this in its Consumer Price Index and Inflation Data released on Tuesday. NBS data showed that the country’s inflation declined by 0.72 per cent on a month-on-month basis. The CPI data noted that the food inflation rate was -1.57 per cent month-on-month. “In September 2025, the headline inflation rate eased to 18.02 per cent relative to the August 2025 inflation rate of 20.12 per cent. “The MoM headline inflation rate in September 2025 was 0.72 per cent. “The food inflation rate was -1.57 per cent MoM,” the NBS stated. The development comes as Chief Executive Officer of Financial Derivatives Company, Bismark Rewane, in his latest analysis, said Nigeria’s inflation would moderate to 18 per cent in No...

 Kwankwasiyya movement abandoned me during my trial — Farouk Lawan Former member of the House of Representatives, Farouk Lawan, says his recent presidential pardon has given him a fresh start in politics, revealing that his fallout with the Kwankwasiyya movement stemmed from neglect during his years of trial and imprisonment. Lawan, who represented Bagwai/Shanono Federal Constituency of Kano State, was among 175 persons granted presidential pardon by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on October 9. The former lawmaker was convicted in 2021 on three counts of corruption after being accused of accepting a bribe in 2012 to remove a company’s name from a list of firms indicted in the fuel subsidy scandal. He completed his sentence and regained freedom in October 2024. Speaking in an interview with the BBC, Lawan said his imprisonment was a period of reflection that exposed the depth of loyalty within his political circle. “Whenever God puts you through a trial, He also opens your eyes to see ...

 Those who accused me of destabilizing PDP, working for Tinubu now in APC – Wike The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, Nyesom Wike, on Wednesday said those who accused him of destabilizing the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, have defected to the All Progressives Congress, APC. Wike said they should commend him for clearing the path by working for President Bola Tinubu’s administration. Recently, some PDP chieftains like Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State and former National Youth Leader of the party, Sunday Udeh-Okoye defected to the APC. Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today last night, Udeh-Okoye said the Southeast have found a home in the APC. While in PDP, Udeh-Okoye had wrestled for the position of the party’s National Secretary with Samuel Anyanwu, a close ally of Wike. However, Wike said defectors are working together to support Tinubu’s administration. Wike spoke at the flag-off of the construction of the main carriageways of Outer Southern Expresswa...

 Senator Ben Murray-Bruce dumps PDP for APC as ruling party captures Bayelsa Former federal lawmaker, Ben Murray-Bruce, who represented the Bayelsa East Senatorial District, in Bayelsa State, has announced his resignation from the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP. The former lawmaker made the announcement on Wednesday in a statement he personally signed and posted on his Facebook page. He lauded President Bola Tinubu-led administration, stating that for the “first time in our nation’s history, we have a President who truly understands finance, who sees the economy not as a political slogan, but as a living organism that must be disciplined, deregulated, and allowed to breathe”. “The painful reforms we face today are the very foundation of tomorrow’s prosperity. We are moving into a free-market economy, one that rewards hard work and innovation instead of dependency and distortion. “Look around you: under this administration, the appointment of the National Security Adviser has redefin...

 2027: Govs’ defections evidence of APC’s one-party state agenda – Wabara Former Senate President Adolphus Wabara, says the recent defections of PDP governors to the ruling All Progressives Congress have confirmed his earlier warning that the APC is pursuing an agenda to turn Nigeria into a one-party state. Wabara stated this on Tuesday while reacting to the defection of Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State and the reported plans of Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State to join the APC. The Chairman, Board of Trustees, BoT, of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, also accused the ruling party of orchestrating the wave of defections affecting opposition parties. Reiterating his earlier position that a one-party state is a prelude to autocracy and retrogression, Wabara alleged that the APC was stifling democracy in Nigeria. He lamented that the democratic gains made under the PDP are being eroded under the current administration. “I saw this coming. I raised the alarm, but was ignored. Th...

 Half of Conservative Members Oppose Kemi Badenoch Leading Party into Next Election An exclusive poll for Sky News has revealed deep divisions within the Conservative Party over Kemi Badenoch’s leadership, with half of all Tory members (50%) saying she should not lead the party into the next general election. The survey found that only 46% of members want Badenoch to remain in place, while 49% believe she could be replaced before the polls. The findings come as Badenoch faces her first Conservative Party conference as leader amid growing concerns about the party’s electoral future. According to the poll, Shadow Justice Secretary Robert Jenrick currently enjoys the strongest backing among potential successors, holding a seven-point lead over Badenoch among members when asked who they would prefer to lead the party. The mood within the party appears pessimistic: just 14% of respondents believe the Conservatives will win a majority at the next election, while 34% expect the party to f...

 PRESS RELEASE  Recall that the Department of State Services (DSS) recently issued disclaimers on two dismissed personnel of the Service, Barry DONALD and Victor Onyedikachi GODWIN. These individuals were alleged to be cloaking under the Service to engage in fraudulent activities. The public is hereby notified that these culprits have been apprehended and will face prosecution in accordance with the law. The Service has further resolved to publish the names of other personnel, who were dismissed in the past, to prevent citizens from failing victim of possible criminal intent of any of these individuals.  For requests, enquiries, or complaints, the Service can be reached on 09088373515 or via email: dsspr@dss.gov.ng

 Court Adjourns AMCON-Union Bank Case Till November 28 Justice Mojisola Dada of the Special Offences Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, adjourned till November 8, 2025 further hearing in the trial of the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria, AMCON, against Union Bank Plc. The case borders on AMCON’s acquisition of non-performing loans from Union Bank in respect of Arik Air in 2010. More details below

 Court Orders Final Forfeiture of $20,000, CFA 110,000 To FG In Lagos Justice Dehinde Dipeolu of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on October 15, 2025, ordered the final forfeiture of the sums of $20,000 and CFA 110,000 to the Federal Government of Nigeria. The monies  were intercepted by operatives of the Nigerian Customs Service, NCS, at Seme Border in the Badagry Local Government Area of Lagos State and handed over to Economic and Financial Crimes Commission EFCC, for further investigation. The Judge gave the order following a motion on notice filed by the Lagos Zonal Directorate 1 of the EFCC through its lawyer, H.U. Kofarnaisa. 

 Nigeria to Assume Chairmanship of the Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four, G-24, 1st November, 2025. Nigeria’s minister of finance Wale Edun who is currently the first vice chairman of the group will succeed Argentina by November. Nigeria at the ongoing world bank and IMF annual meetings holding in Washington DC will officially unveil its work program after consultations at the meeting. The G24 meetings in Washington, DC. Is being attended by the governor of the central bank of Nigeria (CBN) Olayemi Cardoso and minister of state for finance, Dr Doris Uzoka-Anite.

 UN agency says 13.7 million people face severe hunger due to global aid cuts Almost 14 million people in Afghanistan, Democratic Republic of Congo, Haiti, Somalia, South Sudan and Sudan risk severe hunger due to cuts in global humanitarian aid, the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) warned, Reuters reported. The WFP's biggest donor, the United States, has slashed its foreign aid under President Donald Trump, and other major nations have also made or announced cuts in development and humanitarian assistance. "WFP's funding has never been more challenged. The agency expects to receive 40% less funding for 2025, resulting in a projected budget of $6.4 billion, down from $10 billion in 2024," the Rome-based agency said. A WFP report, titled "A Lifeline at Risk", warned that cuts to its food assistance could push 13.7 million people from "crisis" to "emergency" levels of hunger, one step away from famine in a five-level international h...

 Ghana faces lawsuit over fresh US deportees A group of 14 people has become the latest West Africans deported from the US to Ghana under an accord between the two countries, said a lawyer whose group filed a lawsuit seeking to block the arrangement. Oliver Barker-Vormawor, who represents migrants, said the latest group of 14 West African nationals arrived on Monday to bring the overall total to 42 deportees accepted by the Ghanaian government, AP reported. His group, Democracy Hub, filed a lawsuit Tuesday against Ghana's government, alleging that the agreement with Washington is unconstitutional because it wasn't approved by the Ghanaian parliament and that it may violate conventions that forbid sending people to countries where they could face persecution. Government spokesman Felix Kwakye Ofosu said the attorney general would defend the arrangement in court but otherwise declined to comment. Immigration crack-down Deporting people to third countries - in many cases places th...

 South Florida woman sentenced to life for arranging murder of her former son-in-law Donna Adelson, the 75-year-old matriarch of a wealthy South Florida family, was sentenced Monday to life in prison for orchestrating the 2014 murder-for-hire of her former son-in-law, Daniel Markel. Markel, a well-known Florida State University law professor, was fatally shot outside his Tallahassee home amid a bitter custody battle with his ex-wife, Adelson’s daughter. Following a lengthy trial, Adelson was convicted of first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation. In addition to life without parole for the murder, she received two consecutive 30-year sentences for the remaining charges. She has vowed to appeal her conviction. During an emotional courtroom statement, Adelson proclaimed her innocence and accused the legal system of failing her, claiming the jury was unfairly influenced by years of media coverage surrounding the case. She maintained that she had no role in Markel’s killing, cal...

   D’Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B artist famed for Untitled (How Does It Feel), dies D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer celebrated for his raspy yet smooth voice and the iconic, shirtless music video for “Untitled (How Does It Feel),” has died at 51 after a long battle with cancer, his family said Tuesday. They described him as “a shining star of our family” and expressed gratitude for the “legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind.” Born Michael Eugene Archer in Virginia, D’Angelo helped define the neo-soul movement of the 1990s, blending hip-hop grit, gospel-rooted emotion, and classic soul. His 1995 debut album, Brown Sugar, went platinum and produced hits like “Lady” and the title track, earning him multiple Grammy nominations. His 2000 follow-up, Voodoo, propelled by the sultry single “Untitled (How Does It Feel),” topped the Billboard 200 and won a Grammy for best R&B album, while the single won best male R&B vocal performance. Known for ...

  California former student stabs three staff, leaves two pipe bombs in attack: police A former student at a California school allegedly stabbed three staff members and planted two pipe bombs before being arrested, authorities said. The incident occurred Monday morning around 8:15 a.m. at the Switzer Learning Center in Torrance. Police said the suspect stabbed three staff members and attempted to stab a fourth before fleeing the scene. Two of the victims were taken to Harbor General Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, while the third was treated on site by the Torrance Fire Department. After the stabbing, the suspect was taken into custody and reportedly told police he had placed two pipe bombs near 208th Street and Amapola Avenue. Authorities located the devices, determined them to be incendiary, and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Bomb Squad safely rendered them inoperable. Police later confirmed there was no ongoing threat to the public. Officials have not r...

 Alec Baldwin crashes vehicle into tree in East Hampton  Alec Baldwin crashed his SUV into a tree while driving in East Hampton on Monday, authorities said. Both Baldwin and his brother, actor Stephen Baldwin, who was riding with him, were unharmed, though the front of the vehicle sustained significant damage. Baldwin addressed the incident on Instagram, explaining that a large garbage truck cut him off, forcing him to swerve and hit the tree. He apologized for damaging his wife’s car but reassured followers that he and his brother were fine. Baldwin also thanked the East Hampton Police Department for their assistance and confirmed he filed a report. Police said the crash, which occurred just after noon, was influenced by the truck and wet road conditions. No injuries or summonses were reported.

 Dallin H. Oaks, ex-Utah Supreme Court justice, chosen to lead Mormon church Dallin H. Oaks, a former Utah Supreme Court justice and longtime member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles, was formally named Tuesday as the new president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, succeeding the late Russell M. Nelson. The 93-year-old Oaks now leads the faith’s 17 million members worldwide as prophet, seer, and revelator, assuming one of the most influential religious positions in the world. His rise follows church tradition, which states that the longest-serving apostle becomes president upon the death of his predecessor, ensuring an orderly transition and avoiding internal competition. In his first remarks, Oaks said he accepted the calling “with humility” and pledged to devote his life to serving God and the global Latter-day Saint community. Oaks’ presidency begins at a time of deep emotion and uncertainty within the church, which is still reeling from a deadly attack on a...

 US revokes visas of 6 foreigners for speeches linked to Charlie Kirk  The Trump administration has revoked the U.S. visas of six foreign nationals after determining that they made mocking or disparaging remarks about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, who was shot and killed while speaking at a Utah college campus last month. The State Department announced Tuesday that the decision followed a review of social media posts and video clips in which the individuals appeared to make light of Kirk’s death. The move coincided with President Donald Trump’s posthumous awarding of the Presidential Medal of Freedom to Kirk, whom he hailed as a “great American hero” and “martyr for freedom.” The six individuals whose visas were revoked came from Argentina, Brazil, Germany, Mexico, Paraguay, and South Africa, though the government did not release their names. In a statement, the State Department said Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio would continue to defend “...

 Russia targets Ukraine’s key rail system with new precision drone strikes Earlier this month, Russian drones launched a deadly assault on the Shostka train station in northeastern Ukraine, killing a 71-year-old man, injuring at least eight others, and setting trains ablaze in a fiery explosion that left carriages warped and riddled with shrapnel. The strike was among the latest in a growing wave of attacks on Ukraine’s railway network, a critical lifeline for both military logistics and civilian commerce. Ukrainian officials say Russia has intensified its assault on rail infrastructure since mid-summer, using increasingly advanced long-range drones equipped with live video feeds to improve strike precision. In the Shostka incident, two explosive-laden drones hit commuter trains just minutes apart, less than 70 kilometers (43 miles) from the Russian border. According to Oleksandr Pertsovskyi, CEO of the Ukrainian state railway, Moscow’s strategy appears aimed at destabilizing borde...

 Biden and Clinton commend Trump for Gaza peace agreement Former Presidents Joe Biden and Bill Clinton praised President Donald Trump on Monday for brokering the Gaza peace deal between Israel and Hamas. Biden expressed on X that he is “deeply grateful and relieved” that Hamas had released the last 20 living hostages, while Clinton similarly said he is “grateful that a ceasefire has taken hold.” Both singled out Trump for his role in helping secure the agreement. Biden noted that the “road to this deal was not easy,” emphasizing that his administration had worked to bring hostages home, provide relief to Palestinian civilians, and end the war. “I commend President Trump and his team for their work to get a renewed ceasefire deal over the finish line,” Biden wrote. “Now, with the backing of the United States and the world, the Middle East is on a path to peace that I hope endures, and a future for Israelis and Palestinians alike with equal measures of peace, dignity, and safety.” Cl...

 Trump calls Time magazine photo 'worst of all time' President Trump on Tuesday criticized Time magazine’s cover photo of him, calling it the “Worst of All Time” despite praising the accompanying story. The November 10 issue highlighted Trump’s role in brokering the recent Gaza peace deal, describing it as “his triumph” and noting that the agreement could become a signature achievement of a potential second term. Trump took to Truth Social to voice his complaints, writing that the photo “disappeared” his hair and showed “something floating on top of my head that looked like a floating crown, but an extremely small one.” He added, “I never liked taking pictures from underneath angles, but this is a super bad picture, and deserves to be called out.” Time has not publicly responded to his remarks. The cover and story drew attention beyond Trump’s reaction. Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Maria Zakharova denounced the photo on Telegram, calling the choice “astonishing” and su...

 Israeli military reports one body returned by Hamas is not a hostage The Israeli military said Wednesday that one of the bodies handed over by Hamas on Tuesday as part of the ceasefire deal is not that of a hostage held in Gaza, heightening tensions over the fragile truce in the ongoing conflict. Gaza’s Health Ministry reported receiving 45 additional bodies of Palestinians from Israel, bringing the total transferred to 90. It remains unclear whether the deceased had died in Israeli custody or was taken from Gaza by Israeli forces. Hamas had returned four bodies of hostages on Tuesday, following an earlier four on Monday, shortly after the release of the last 20 living hostages. Israel is still awaiting the return of the bodies of 28 deceased hostages. At the same time, Israel handed over the bodies of Palestinians under the ceasefire, a step awaited by many families in Gaza whose relatives went missing during the war. The military said examinations at the National Institute of Fo...

 Los Angeles County declares emergency over immigration enforcement raids Los Angeles County officials voted Tuesday to declare a state of emergency in response to ongoing federal immigration raids. The declaration allows the county to provide financial and legal assistance to residents affected by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) actions. Introduced by Supervisors Lindsey P. Horvath and Janice Hahn, the measure passed 4-1, with Supervisor Kathryn Barger opposing. Los Angeles County, home to more than 3 million immigrants, has seen widespread fear from the raids, according to supervisors. Officials said the operations have disrupted workplaces, local economies, and essential services, including schools, hospitals, and places of worship. Provisions in the emergency declaration include rent relief for tenants impacted by the raids and funding for legal aid and other supportive services. The vote allows county leaders to mobilize resources, request state and federal aid, and ...