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 A Building Collapses at Mankweng Complex, One Person Dies A tragic incident occurred today at around 13:30 when a student market shop collapsed at the Mankweng Complex. The collapse caused panic among students and community members who were in the area at the time. Unfortunately, one person succumbed to their injuries and was declared dead at the scene. Emergency services rushed to the site to assist those affected and to assess the safety of nearby buildings. Students have expressed fear and uncertainty about using the complex, as they worry that other structures in the area might also be unsafe. Authorities are expected to investigate the cause of the collapse and ensure the safety of the complex going forward. More photos below. 

 Nnamdi Kanu's Family Reacts To Claim That Sowore Intentionally Handed Aloy Ejimakor And Emmanuel Kanu To FG In a statement issued on Tuesday, The family of Nnamdi Kanu has reacted to several claims that former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore intentionally handed Kanu's lawyer, Aloy Ejimakor and his brother, Emmanuel to the Federal Government. The statement surfaced after Aloy Ejimakor, Emmanuel Kanu and several other people were arrested during the protest that was organized by Omoyele Sowore in FCT. The Nigeria Police charged Ejimakor, Emmanuel Kanu, and 10 others with a two-count offence of inciting public disturbance and breach of peace after they protested. However, the family of Nnamdi Kanu has now responded to claims that Omoyele Sowore sold out those who were arrested. In a statement that was signed by Kanunta Kanu, the family backed the actions of Omoyele Sowore. Kanunta stated that the activist did the right thing by mobilizing people to protest the release of ...

 LAGOS TO HOST Y2025 INAUGURAL AFRICA COLLOQUIUM AGAINST HUMAN TRAFFICKING The Lagos State Government is set to host the Inaugural Africa Colloquium Against Human Trafficking, themed “A United Front Against Ritual Abuse and Sacrifice.” In a statement signed by the Honorable Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Mr. Lawal Pedro, SAN, the landmark event will convene delegates from Pepperdine University, Malibu, California, Policymakers, Legal Advocates, and Experts across Africa to strengthen the fight against Human Trafficking and Ritual Abuse. The Conference will be held at Radisson Blu Hotel, GRA Ikeja from Thursday 23rd to Friday 24th, October 2025. The Statement also adds that the Y2025 colloquium represents pivotal steps in forging partnerships and driving sustainable strategies to combat human trafficking and Ritual Abuse, protect victims and ensure justice for survivors.

 ADR TAKES CENTRE STAGE AS STAKEHOLDERS CONVENE TO FAST-TRACK COMMERCIAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION IN LAGOS  The quest for a more efficient, inclusive, and business-friendly justice system took the spotlight as legal luminaries, government officials, and private sector stakeholders gathered for the 2nd Annual Multi-Door Courthouses and ADR Stakeholders Summit in Lagos. With the theme: “Fast-Tracking the Settlement of Commercial Disputes Through Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR),” the summit speaks to the determination of relevant stakeholders in promoting ADR as a sustainable path to timely and cost-effective justice delivery. Delivering the goodwill message of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Hon. Justice Kudirat K. M. O. Kekere-Ekun, GCON, the Chief Judge of Lagos State, Hon. Justice Kazeem Olanrewaju Alogba, highlighted the transformative impact of ADR in Nigeria’s evolving legal landscape. He conveyed the Chief Justice’s emphasis on mediation and arbitration as vital mechanisms t...

 22nd October, 2025 PRESS RELEASE POLICEMAN CAUGHT ON VIRAL VIDEO TAPE SHOOTING AT THE VEHICLE OF AN UNARMED CITIZEN, IDENTIFIED AND ARRESTED COMMISSIONER OF POLICE DELTA STATE ORDERS INVESTIGATION The Command is aware of the viral video of a policeman who shot at a moving vehicle in Asaba. After a careful examination of the video clip, it is clear that the policemen acted in an unprofessional manner, unbecoming of a police officer. The Command condemns his act in totality as no policeman has the right to use his firearm without recourse to Force Order 237. It is the duty of every Nigerian Police officer to protect lives and property and not to put the life of anybody in danger. The erring Police officer has been identified, summoned and detained at the Command headquarters. The Commissioner of Police, CP Olufemi Abaniwonda, has directed that internal disciplinary action be initiated immediately, and at the end, the officer has been taken into custody, queried, and an investigation...

 Blind man pulled into Oregon ICE facility by federal agents New video footage captures a blind man being forcefully detained by federal agents outside the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in South Portland. The clips, shot from multiple angles on Saturday, show Quinn Haberl wearing a neon vest and sitting near the driveway of the building. A thick blue line on the ground marked the boundary of federal property, signaling where agents could intervene if people crossed onto the premises. The footage shows agents surrounding Haberl, grabbing him by his arms and legs, and carrying him toward the ICE building, where he is dropped and later dragged past the gate while being handcuffed. At one point, an agent picks up Haberl’s white cane. Witnesses described the incident as disturbing. One observer said, “It was heartbreaking to see him being dragged the way he was. I couldn’t look away.” Another, Sterling Anderson, added, “You can see in the video my breath was ta...

 Man sentenced to 21 years for assault on Slovakian prime minister A Slovak court sentenced Juraj Cintula to 21 years in prison for attempting to assassinate Prime Minister Robert Fico in May 2024. Cintula, 72, had faced up to 25 years but received a reduced sentence due to his age. During the attack at a political gathering in Handlova, Cintula fired five shots at Fico, striking him in the stomach, arm, and leg. Fico, 61, survived after emergency surgery. Cintula, a poet and activist opposed to Fico’s policies on Ukraine and other issues, told authorities he intended only to injure the prime minister to prevent him from serving. Prosecutors initially charged Cintula with attempted murder, later upgrading the charges to terrorism. Fico did not attend Tuesday’s hearing but was represented by an attorney. Cintula’s lawyer said the verdict will be appealed to Slovakia’s high court.

Hulu orders new Prison Break series with Elgin James directing Hulu has greenlit a new drama set in the world of Prison Break. Elgin James, co-creator of Mayans M.C., will serve as the show’s writer, showrunner, and executive producer. Dawn Olmstead and Paul Scheuring, who worked on the original series, are returning as producers for the spinoff. The cast will feature Emily Browning, Drake Rodger, Lukas Gage, Clayton Cardenas, J.R. Bourne, Georgie Flores, and Myles Bullock. Lukas Gage shared his excitement on Instagram, posting a screenshot of the project announcement and writing, “Beyond grateful to be a part of the universe.” The original Prison Break ran for five seasons from 2005 to 2017 and starred Dominic Purcell, Wentworth Miller, and Sarah Wayne Callies.

 WWE Raw: Jey Uso earns No. 1 contender spot following vacated world title Jey Uso has secured the No. 1 contender spot for the World Heavyweight Championship after the title was vacated on WWE Raw. Raw General Manager Adam Pearce opened Monday’s show by revealing that champion Seth Rollins had suffered an injury requiring surgery, sidelining him for an extended period. Rollins had been betrayed last week by his partners, Bron Breakker and Bronson Reed, along with manager Paul Heyman. During the show, Breakker, Reed, and Heyman—collectively known as The Vision—met with Pearce while Breakker still held the championship. Reluctantly, Breakker handed the title to Pearce, who announced a Battle Royal later in the main event to determine a new No. 1 contender. Pearce barred Breakker and Reed from participating due to their attack on Rollins. CM Punk, previously named a No. 1 contender last week, provided commentary for the Battle Royal, which featured Raw’s top stars. Wrestlers were eli...

 Father charged with vehicular manslaughter after toddler drowns in floodwaters A California father has been charged with vehicular manslaughter after his 2-year-old son died in floodwaters last month. The incident occurred on Sept. 18, when authorities responded to reports of a car swept away by floodwaters. The driver, 26-year-old Brandon Padilla-Aguilera, and his son, Xavier, managed to escape the vehicle but became separated. Xavier was found dead the following day after a search by emergency responders and volunteers. Court documents filed Tuesday charge Padilla-Aguilera with vehicular manslaughter with gross negligence and child abuse under circumstances likely to cause serious injury or death. The complaint alleges he caused his son’s death while driving. Padilla-Aguilera was arrested at his Barstow home on Friday. Prosecutors confirmed they are pursuing vehicular manslaughter and child abuse charges. His defense attorney denied guilt during his first court appearance, and h...

 Mother taken into custody after abandoning newborn at Manhattan subway station A 30-year-old woman has been arrested after allegedly abandoning her newborn baby at a busy Manhattan subway station earlier this week, authorities confirmed. The suspect, identified as Assa Diawara, was taken into custody early Wednesday morning in Queens and charged with abandonment of a child and endangering the welfare of a child. Police said the infant girl was discovered Monday morning wrapped in a blanket on the southbound 1 train platform at 34th Street–Penn Station during the rush-hour commute. Emergency responders quickly arrived at the scene and transported the baby to a local hospital, where she was reported to be in stable condition. New York City Transit President Demetrius Crichlow described the discovery as “the miracle on 34th Street,” noting the infant’s survival amid the heavy foot traffic and cold conditions in the station.

 Michael Wolff sues Melania Trump for defamation over alleged book deal remarks Journalist Michael Wolff has filed a defamation lawsuit against Melania Trump, alleging the former First Lady tried to block the release of his upcoming book about her life. Court documents say Wolff claims Melania “deliberately and maliciously” interfered with his publishing contract and publicly defamed him in connection with The Art of Her Deal: The Untold Story of Melania Trump (Redux). He alleges her team spread false claims that he fabricated interviews, intimidated sources, and created lies for profit, which he says caused international distributors to back out, costing him a multi-million-dollar deal. Wolff also asserts that Melania personally directed a PR firm to contact media outlets and threaten legal action if they reported on the book, describing it as “a calculated campaign to destroy his reputation and livelihood.” The lawsuit includes a letter from Melania’s lawyers demanding he retract...

 Over 40 killed in multi-vehicle crash involving buses in western Uganda  Early Wednesday, a collision involving two buses and two other vehicles on a highway in western Uganda claimed at least 46 lives, marking one of the deadliest road accidents in the country in recent years. Initial reports had suggested 63 fatalities, but officials later clarified that some people found unconscious at the scene were still alive. Several others were injured in the crash, which occurred shortly after midnight on the route to Gulu, a major northern city. Police said the crash happened when two buses traveling in opposite directions attempted to overtake other vehicles and collided head-on near Kiryandongo. The scale of the accident left many victims with severe injuries, including broken limbs, according to relief officials. Most of the injured are receiving treatment at a nearby government hospital. Road accidents are a frequent hazard in Uganda and across East Africa, where narrow roads, s...

 Barbie unveils second Stevie Nicks doll inspired by Bella Donna  Mattel is releasing a second Barbie doll modeled after Stevie Nicks, this time celebrating her solo career. The new Stevie Nicks Bella Donna Barbie commemorates the 43rd anniversary of her debut solo album, Bella Donna, which featured hits like "Edge of Seventeen" and "Stop Draggin' My Heart Around." The doll wears Nick’s signature flowing white dress from the 1981 album cover, paired with a black top hat and a microphone in hand. Nicks said she feels honored to collaborate with Barbie again, calling the doll a symbol of her musical journey and the courage it took to forge her solo career. She added that she hopes the doll inspires fans and young dreamers to pursue their potential. The first Stevie Nicks Barbie, inspired by her 1977 Fleetwood Mac Rumours look, sold out within 24 hours of release. Mattel noted that the initial collaboration made the doll one of its most beloved musician editions.

 LVMH considering sale of 50% stake in Rihanna-backed Fenty Beauty, sources say Luxury conglomerate LVMH is reportedly considering selling its 50% stake in Fenty Beauty, the cosmetics brand co-owned with Grammy-winning singer and entrepreneur Rihanna. The company is said to be working with investment bank Evercore on the potential transaction, according to sources familiar with the matter. Fenty Beauty, launched by Rihanna in 2017 with the support of LVMH’s beauty incubator Kendo Brands, has become known for its inclusive range of products catering to diverse skin tones. The brand generated roughly $450 million in net sales in 2024 and could be valued between $1 billion and $2 billion, according to sources. Rihanna, who also owns lingerie brand Savage X Fenty, has built Fenty Beauty into a global presence with products sold in stores like Sephora and online platforms such as Amazon.

 Tropical Storm Melissa heads toward Caribbean  Tropical Storm Melissa is targeting the Caribbean and could strengthen into a hurricane within the next 24 to 48 hours. The storm is not expected to threaten the U.S. mainland but poses the greatest risk to Haiti, the Dominican Republic, Cuba, and Jamaica, where heavy rain and strong winds may trigger dangerous landslides. Melissa is moving over unusually warm waters, 4 to 5 degrees above average, which could fuel its intensification. The storm is expected to approach Jamaica and southwestern Haiti later this week, bringing 5 to 10 inches of rain to the southern Dominican Republic, southern Haiti, and eastern Jamaica through Saturday, raising the risk of flash flooding and landslides. Northern Dominican Republic, northern Haiti, and western Jamaica could see 2 to 4 inches of rain, while Aruba and Puerto Rico may experience 1 to 3 inches from Melissa’s outer bands, with potential flooding. A hurricane watch is in effect for southw...

 Trump celebrates Diwali festival of lights at White House  President Donald Trump marked the Diwali festival of lights at the White House Oval Office on Tuesday, celebrating the victory of good over evil. The annual festival, observed by Hindus and others in India and around the world, symbolizes light overcoming darkness, with homes and public spaces illuminated to represent hope, renewal, and the triumph of virtue. Trump extended his Diwali greetings earlier in the day, emphasizing the holiday’s significance. "Diwali is a timeless reminder of light's victory over darkness," he said in a prepared statement. He encouraged families and communities to come together, draw strength from hope, and celebrate a lasting spirit of renewal. "As millions light diyas and lanterns, we rejoice in the eternal truth that good will always triumph over evil. May this observance bring serenity, prosperity, hope, and peace," he added. The White House event welcomed members of the ...

  Los Angeles Angels to name former catcher Kurt Suzuki as manager The Los Angeles Angels have announced the hiring of former catcher Kurt Suzuki as their new manager. Suzuki, a 2014 All-Star who played for the Angels in 2021 and 2022, will succeed Ron Washington, who missed nearly half of the 2025 season following heart surgery. Washington, 73, compiled a 135-189 record over his last two seasons with the Angels, including a 72-90 mark in 2025. He previously managed the Texas Rangers to a 664-611 record from 2007 to 2014, finishing his 10-year MLB managerial career with an overall 799-800 record. Suzuki, 42, enjoyed a 16-year playing career with a .255 batting average and 143 home runs, spending time with the Athletics, Nationals, Twins, Braves, and the Angels. He joined the Angels’ front office in 2023 as a special assistant to general manager Perry Minasian and was teammates with current players, including Mike Trout, Jo Adell, Anthony Rendon, and Luis Renfigo, as well as former ...

 Meta cuts 600 employees from AI division Meta is set to lay off approximately 600 employees within its artificial intelligence division as part of efforts to streamline operations and operate more efficiently. The reduction was outlined in a memo from Chief AI Officer Alexandr Wang, who joined the company in June amid Meta’s $14.3 billion investment in Scale AI. The layoffs will affect staff across AI infrastructure units, the Fundamental Artificial Intelligence Research division, and other product-related roles. The move comes as Meta continues heavy investments in AI to compete with rivals such as OpenAI and Google, committing billions to infrastructure and talent acquisition. Recently, the company announced a $27 billion partnership with Blue Owl Capital to fund its Hyperion data center in rural Louisiana, a project CEO Mark Zuckerberg described as covering a footprint comparable to a large portion of Manhattan.

Oxford debating society removes president following remarks about Charlie Kirk  The Oxford Union debating society has voted to remove President-elect George Abaraonye following reports that he celebrated the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. More than two-thirds of the society, one of Britain’s oldest, supported the no-confidence motion, resulting in Abaraonye’s ouster. The controversy stems from social media posts in which Abaraonye reportedly wrote, “Charlie Kirk got shot loool” on Instagram and shared similar messages on WhatsApp. Abaraonye and Kirk had previously met in May for a debate on toxic masculinity. Following the revelations, Abaraonye faced racial and online abuse, which the Oxford Union condemned while also moving forward with disciplinary proceedings. Abaraonye had called for the no-confidence vote himself, anticipating he would survive the two-thirds threshold, and he is now contesting the outcome, claiming that opponents had “unsupervised access...

Lainie Jones, who fought seven types of cancer, dies at 41 HOUSTON, TEXAS - Lainie Jones, a woman who inspired countless people with her resilience throughout a decades-long battle with cancer, has died at the age of 41. Known on Instagram as "The Early Detective," Jones first gained widespread attention during her radiation treatments for brain cancer at MD Anderson in Houston this past June—her seventh cancer diagnosis since infancy. Jones’s cancer journey began at just 18 months old, and by the time she was 24, she had been diagnosed with breast cancer, followed by lung and thyroid cancers. After her fourth diagnosis, doctors discovered she had Li-Fraumeni syndrome, a rare genetic condition that significantly increases cancer risk. Turning her diagnosis into a mission, Jones used her platform to raise awareness of genetic risks and encourage others to face adversity with courage. “Attitude is 90% of the battle… if you live in fear, you're not living,” she said in an in...

 Mosquitoes discovered in Iceland for the first time Mosquitoes, long among the planet’s most widespread pests, have now been spotted in Iceland for the first time. Over their 217-million-year history, these insects have colonized nearly every region except Antarctica and select Arctic areas. Rising global temperatures, however, are allowing them to move into previously inhospitable regions. In Kiðafell, Kjós, insect enthusiast Björn Hjaltason discovered one male and two female mosquitoes in his garden and shared the find in the Facebook group Insects in Iceland. Hjaltason sent the specimens to entomologist Matthías Alfreðsson at the Icelandic Institute of Natural History, who identified them as Culiseta annulata, a species native to Europe, Central Asia, and North Africa. This marks the first time mosquitoes have been confirmed on Icelandic soil, leaving Antarctica as the only remaining mosquito-free region. While it is not yet clear if the species has established a permanent popu...

 Advocate Sentenced for Corruption After Offering NPA Official R50,000 Bribe Advocate Phuthi Given Mothemane (38) has been sentenced by the Bellville Regional Court for corruption after offering a National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) official a R50,000 bribe. His sentencing on 20 October 2025 follows his conviction in June this year. Mothemane received nine years’ imprisonment, wholly suspended for five years on condition that he does not commit a similar offence, as well as three years of correctional supervision. According to the Hawks, the case dates back to September 2022, when Mothemane attempted to bribe an NPA official to submit representations in favour of his client and make the State’s case disappear. He was arrested in September 2023 by the Hawks’ Bellville-based Serious Corruption Investigation Unit after an extensive probe. Authorities have welcomed the ruling as a strong message against corruption within the legal profession.

 Malamulele Residents Oppose Bail for Man Accused of Killing His Wife South Africa: A 39-year-old man, Abbie Nyathi, appeared for the second time in the Malamulele Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 29 August 2025, for the alleged murder of his wife, Realise Mabezhle. Large crowds from Malamulele and Madonsi village gathered outside the court to oppose Nyathi’s bail application, demanding justice for the slain teacher. Nyathi is accused of brutally stabbing his wife to death on the eve of Women’s Day, 8 August 2025, at their home in Malamulele township. The incident occurred shortly after Mabezhle returned from a school trip to Durban with learners. The case was postponed for further investigation, and Nyathi remains in custody.

 Woman Allegedly Beaten by Boyfriend, Family Seeks Justice A picture circulating on social media has sparked outrage after it was alleged that the woman in the image is Dasree Letsoalo from Mokgolobotho Village, Ward 17, Wilson Tivane Branch in Markshope (Tzaneen), Mopani Region. According to reports, Dasree was allegedly assaulted by her boyfriend. Her sister has since come forward, calling for justice and urging authorities to take action against the perpetrator. Community members are expressing shock and anger online, demanding that the suspect be arrested and that Dasree receives the support and protection she needs.

 ASUU suspends two-weeks warning strike The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has announced the suspension of its two-week warning strike, which began on October 13, 2025. The union said the suspension of the warning strike, which was due to expire next Monday, October 27, followed renewed commitments from the Federal Government to address key issues raised by the union. ASUU had embarked on the industrial action after the expiration of an earlier 14-day ultimatum issued to the government, citing what it described as “persistent neglect and insincerity” in resolving long-standing demands contained in the 2009 FGN/ASUU Agreement. The demands include the payment of withheld salaries, promotion arrears, earned academic allowances (EAA), release of third-party deductions, and revitalisation funding for public universities. Addressing a press conference in Abuja this morning October 22, the National President of ASUU, Professor Chris Piwuna, said the strike was suspended at th...

 ‘Christian Genocide’ Is Real, CAN Fires Back At Presidency The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has accused the Presidency of twisting facts and misrepresenting its position on the ongoing killings of Christians across the country, insisting that what is happening in several parts of Northern Nigeria and the Middle Belt amounts to a ‘Christian genocide’. In a statement issued by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, CAN clarified that it did not, at any point, dismiss or describe the widespread killings as a ‘so-called Christian genocide’, as claimed in a press release reportedly issued by Barrister Daniel Bwala, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Policy Communication. According to the statement, the controversy followed Bwala’s visit to the CAN Secretariat at the National Christian Centre, Abuja, on Monday, during which he sought to understand CAN’s position on remarks made by United States Senator Ted Cruz, who described the persistent killings of Christians in...

 Indiana- An Indianapolis woman chased down a 21-year-old  and took his life after he "honked at her" at an intersection.  This heartbreaking incident occurred at 2 p.m. on Friday, October 17th, in Indianapolis.  21-year-old Kentrell Settles (pictured right) was behind 23-year-old Deborah Benefeil at a stop light near 38th and Georgetown. When the light turned green and Benefeil failed to go forward, Kentrell honked his horn to get her moving. When that failed, he drove around her vehicle. This somehow enraged Deborah Benefeil so much she decided lethal action was required. Deborah began following Kentrell and ultimately pulled a gun and fired a single shot through the window of Kentrell's vehicle, striking him and claiming his life. After firing the fatal shot, Deborah fled the scene but was later apprehended through the use of license plate readers. Responding officers found Kentrell suffering from a gunshot wound to his chest. Kentrell was rushed to a nearby hospi...

 New uniforms for Abia state Harmonized taskforce team  Governor Alex Otti’s administration has rolled out a new phase of reform in Abia State with the unveiling of fully digitalized uniforms for the state’s Harmonized Taskforce Team — a move aimed at restoring discipline, transparency, and public trust in government enforcement operations. The newly equipped taskforce is designed to eliminate illegal extortion and sharp practices that have long plagued revenue collection. With the introduction of online ticketing systems, payments and transactions will now go directly into the state purse, cutting off intermediaries and ending the era of selling government contracts to the highest bidder. Citizens are urged to identify and respect the new taskforce officers wherever they operate, as they represent the renewed order and integrity of Governor Alex Otti’s digital governance vision. Under this system, no cash collection, no harassment, and no corruption — only accountability and ...

Senator Orji Uzor Kalu declares 'no-opposition' to the senate seat in Abia state, advising the contemporaries who are aiming at it to relax and wait their turn which according to him, is whenever he's 'done'. Here's the full statement as seen in his circulating video; "All these people saying that they want to go to senate, which senate? What are they going there to do? They should wait for me to finish, when I finish, they can come over, I'm not contesting the senate seat in Abia with anybody. GOd bears me witness that I was sincere as a governor and I'm sincere as a senator. Whatever I did as a governor is what I'm repeating as a senator.."

 Abia State to Host 63rd WAEC Nigeria National Committee Meeting in 2025 Abia State has been selected to host the 63rd Meeting of the Nigeria National Committee of the West African Examinations Council (WAEC), scheduled to take place in November 2025 in Umuahia. A delegation from WAEC, led by Mrs. Mary Chima, the Branch Controller in Abia State, formally announced the development during a courtesy visit to the state government on Tuesday. Mrs. Chima described the Nigeria National Committee as WAEC’s highest policy-making body in the country, bringing together Commissioners of Education, Heads of WAEC Offices, and senior national officers to deliberate on examination standards and educational direction nationwide. In his remarks, the Abia State Governor expressed delight over the selection, describing it as both an honour and an opportunity to showcase the state’s progress in the education sector. He highlighted the government’s ongoing efforts to renovate and reconstruct schools ac...

 Drone strikes in Sudan's capital delays reopening of Khartoum airport The planned reopening of Sudan's main airport in Khartoum after a two-and-a-half year shutdown was delayed on Wednesday after drone attacks in the morning and on Tuesday, an airline source told Reuters. The airport in the center of the Sudanese capital was targeted at the very start of the war between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), causing extensive damage to its buildings and an immediate halt to flights. Following its recapture of Khartoum earlier this year, the army-led government made renovating and restarting the airport one of its top priorities to signal a return to normal life in territories under its control. Over 1 million people have returned to the capital, the International Organization for Migration says, after millions left under an RSF occupation. Airport’s vulnerability The first commercial domestic flight by Badr Airlines was scheduled for October 22, but drone attack...