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 Marcy Correctional Facility staff member dies from self-inflicted gunshot at prison MARCY, NEW YORK - A staff member at Marcy Correctional Facility died Friday morning after shooting themself at the prison, officials confirmed. The individual brought a firearm into the facility’s administration building and used it on themselves. Staff immediately attempted life-saving measures, but the person succumbed to their injuries. Authorities said there is no threat to the public or to those incarcerated at the facility.

Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, and Bad Bunny named as Grammy nominees The nominations for the 2026 Grammy Awards have been announced, with Kendrick Lamar, Lady Gaga, Bad Bunny, and several other top artists among those up for honors. The 68th annual ceremony is set for Feb. 1 at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. Sabrina Carpenter, nominated for seven awards, including Record, Album, and Song of the Year, revealed the nominees for Best Pop Vocal Album and Best Pop Solo Performance. Carpenter herself is up for Best Pop Vocal Album for Man's Best Friend, competing against Justin Bieber (Swag), Miley Cyrus (Something Beautiful), Lady Gaga (Mayhem), and Teddy Swims (I've Tried Everything But Therapy (Part 2)). Best Pop Solo Performance nominees include Carpenter ("Manchild"), Justin Bieber ("Daisies"), Gaga ("Disease"), Chappell Roan ("The Subway"), and Lola Young ("Messy"). Chappell Roan, who won Best New Artist earlier this year, offere...

 Lionsgate just dropped the official teaser for Michael, the upcoming biographical musical drama celebrating the life and legacy of the King of Pop, Michael Jackson.  Starring Jaafar Jackson, Michael's real-life nephew and son of Jermaine Jackson, in his big-screen debut – and fans are amazed at how much he resembles his uncle while recreating those legendary dance moves and performances! Directed by Antoine Fuqua, the teaser highlights iconic moments like the moonwalk, "Thriller," "Billie Jean," and more, from Jackson 5 days to global superstar status. It also shows behind-the-scenes glimpses of his creative genius in the studio. The talented cast includes Colman Domingo as Joe Jackson, Nia Long as Katherine Jackson, Miles Teller as attorney John Branca, and Juliano Krue Valdi as young Michael. Produced with the involvement of the Michael Jackson estate, the film promises an inspiring portrait of an extraordinary artist. Originally planned for earlier, Michael ...

Kim Kardashian turned heads in the premiere of her new Hulu legal drama All's Fair, created by Ryan Murphy.  Playing Allura, a determined divorce lawyer at an all-female firm, she enters the courtroom in a sharp navy blue pinstripe suit featuring a long-sleeve shirt and maroon tie. The standout detail is the skirt's bold dipped back, revealing a matching maroon undergarment. Styled by Soki Mak using archival inspiration from Dior, Donna Karan, and Jean Paul Gaultier, the outfit mixes professional structure with confident style—think padded shoulders, high slits, and mesh details that highlight bold presence. Kardashian shared behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram, leading to lively online discussions. A popular clip from content creator Bryan Solis, captioned "Kimberly what is this???", drew varied responses: fans praised it as strong and empowering, with one saying, "She’s literally playing the version of herself that she wanna be. A bad ass sexy lawyer." S...

 Berlin, Germany – November 6, 2025 – Diana Fast, the newly crowned Miss Germany 2025, has announced her withdrawal from the upcoming Miss Universe pageant, surprising fans and the pageant community just weeks before the event. The 24-year-old model and advocate from Munich won the national title in September during a ceremony in Baden-Baden. Recognized for her grace, bilingual skills, and dedication to environmental causes, especially ocean conservation, she was set to represent Germany in Mexico City this December. Her win highlighted a new chapter for German pageantry as one of the youngest recent champions. In a heartfelt statement shared on the official Miss Germany account, Fast explained her decision: "After deep reflection, I've chosen to focus on my health and personal well-being. This journey has been a wonderful dream, but now it's time to prioritize healing and growth." Details remain private, though the demands of preparation and public attention are note...

 Verydarkman Shares Details of His Phone Conversation With Senator Ned Nwoko Over Regina Daniels’ Family Saga Influencer, Verydarkman has shared his account of a recent phone conversation with Senator Ned Nwoko regarding the ongoing situation involving Regina Daniels’ family. According to Verydarkman, he contacted the senator to appeal for calm and to seek a peaceful resolution following the arrest of Regina Daniels’ brother and reports of a warrant allegedly issued for her mother. He said he was surprised when the senator personally took his call and even mentioned that he had seen some of his videos online. During their discussion, Verydarkman said Senator Nwoko expressed displeasure over certain comments allegedly made by members of Regina Daniels’ family about his late son.  The senator reportedly clarified that his son’s death was caused by heart failure after sporting activity, not by drúg abús£ as the family had claimed, adding that an autopsy conducted abroad confirmed...

 Live-action Gremlins 3 scheduled for 2027 release A third live-action Gremlins film is scheduled for a 2027 theatrical release. Steven Spielberg will serve as executive producer, while Chris Columbus will both produce and direct the movie. Columbus, who wrote the original 1984 film about seemingly cute pets that turn into dangerous creatures if they get wet or are fed after midnight, also directed the 1990 sequel, Gremlins 2: The New Batch. An animated prequel series ran for two seasons from 2023 to 2025. No casting details have been announced yet. Other planned sequels reviving popular ’80s films include Blade Runner 2099 and a new Labyrinth installment.

 Three Chinese researchers indicted for illegally importing biological materials into U.S Three Chinese researchers at the University of Michigan have been charged with conspiring to smuggle biological materials into the United States, according to federal authorities. The researchers—Xu Bai, 28; Fengfan Zhang, 27; and Zhiyong Zhang, 30—held J-1 research visas and were working in the laboratory of Xianzhong “Shawn” Xu at UM. Investigators say that in 2024 and 2025, Bai and Fengfan Zhang received shipments from China containing biological materials linked to roundworms, which were sent by Chengxuan Han, a Chinese citizen and Ph.D. student at Huazhong University of Science and Technology in Wuhan. Han later traveled to the U.S. to work in the same laboratory, pleaded no contest to three counts of smuggling and one count of making false statements, and was subsequently sentenced and deported. Federal authorities allege that Bai and Fengfan Zhang continued to receive packages from Han ...

 Trump pardons ex-lawmaker sentenced in corruption case President Trump has granted pardons to former Tennessee state House Speaker Glen Casada (R) and his ex-chief of staff, Cade Cothren, both previously convicted on corruption charges. A White House official defended the move, claiming the Department of Justice “significantly over-prosecuted these individuals for a minor issue involving constituent mailers,” which reportedly generated less than $5,000 in net profit and drew no complaints from legislators. The official criticized the DOJ for pursuing harsh penalties, including armed raids and sentences exceeding 10 years, normally reserved for large-scale fraud cases. Casada and Cothren were sentenced in September to three years and two and a half years in prison, respectively, after being accused of orchestrating a scheme to secure taxpayer-funded mail contracts from other state lawmakers. Casada was convicted on 17 charges, while Cothren was found guilty on all 19 counts in a tr...

 Japan restarts seafood exports to China after two-year halt Japan has restarted seafood exports to China after a two-year suspension prompted by concerns over potential radioactive contamination. The Japanese government confirmed that six tons of frozen scallops from Hokkaido were shipped to China on Wednesday, with an additional 1,323 pounds of salted sea cucumbers scheduled to follow on Monday. Japanese officials said they view the resumption positively and plan to press China to lift remaining restrictions on fishery products from ten other prefectures, as well as to resume imports of Japanese beef. China had halted seafood imports in 2023 following the release of treated radioactive water from the Fukushima nuclear plant, while the beef ban traces back to a 2001 mad cow disease outbreak. Beijing lifted the ban on shipments from ten prefectures in June after independent testing found no abnormalities. Exporters must register facilities with Chinese authorities and provide radio...

 Blake Lively seeks $161 million in damages in lawsuit against Justin Baldoni Blake Lively is seeking $161 million in damages, claiming she suffered massive financial losses due to Justin Baldoni’s alleged smear campaign. Court filings state that Lively lost $56.2 million in earnings from acting, producing, speaking engagements, and endorsements. Her lawyers also say her haircare brand, Blake Brown, suffered $49 million in losses, while her beverage company, Betty Buzz/Betty Booze, lost $22 million. Additionally, they claim her reputation took a $34 million hit after 65 million negative social media impressions circulated about her. Lively and Baldoni are scheduled to face trial in March after she sued him, alleging sexual harassment on the set of their 2024 film It Ends With Us and a subsequent campaign of online smears. Baldoni had countersued, claiming $400 million in damages for defamation, but that claim was dismissed in June when a judge ruled he could not sue over statements...

 US officials say Iran planned to assassinate Israel’s ambassador in Mexico  Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reportedly plotted to assassinate Israel’s ambassador to Mexico, Einat Kranz-Neiger, but Mexican security forces foiled the plan last summer, according to U.S. and Israeli officials. The alleged plot was orchestrated by the IRGC’s Quds Force, specifically its shadowy Unit 11000, which has been linked to previous attempts against Israeli and Jewish targets in Europe and Australia. The operation reportedly began in late 2024 under a Unit 11000 operative who had previously managed Iranian agents throughout Latin America from Iran’s embassy in Venezuela. By the time the plan advanced, the operative had returned to Quds Force headquarters in Tehran. U.S. officials said the plot remained active into the first half of 2025 before being successfully disrupted and no longer poses a current threat. A U.S. official described the plot as part of a long history of Ir...

 Grandfather and 3-year-old granddaughter named among Louisville UPS plane crash victims LOUISVILLE, KENTUCKY - At least 13 people were killed in the UPS plane crash near Louisville on Tuesday. The cargo jet went down south of Louisville’s Muhammad Ali International Airport around 5:15 p.m. as it was departing for Hawaii. The National Transportation Safety Board has launched an investigation into the incident. Two of the victims have been identified as Louisnes Fedon and his 3-year-old granddaughter, Kimberly Asa. UPS confirmed the identities of the crew onboard: Captain Richard Wartenberg, First Officer Lee Truitt, and International Relief Officer Captain Dana Diamond. “Our hearts go out to every UPSer affected and the entire Louisville community. Supporting you and ensuring access to care and resources is our top priority,” said UPS Executive Vice President Nando Cesarone. Those seeking information about loved ones connected to the crash are encouraged to call 1-800-631-0604.

 Governor Soludo Has Used Ordinary Vigilantes To Destroy About 60 Criminal Camps In Anambra ------- Kenneth Okonkwo Veteran actor and politician Kenneth Okonkwo has commended Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo for his efforts in tackling insecurity in the state through community-based security initiatives.  Speaking during an interview on Symfoni TV, Okonkwo praised Soludo’s use of local vigilante groups as an example of effective grassroots security management. Governor Soludo has used ordinary vigilantes to destroy about 60 criminal camps in Anambra," Okonkwo stated, describing the development as proof that locally driven security structures can succeed where national efforts have failed.  He emphasized that state and community policing remain crucial for addressing Nigeria’s worsening insecurity. Okonkwo criticized the federal government for what he called its “slow and reactive approach” to the security crisis, arguing that empowering state governors to handle thei...

 ANAMBRA ELECTION SECURITY: POLICE ANNOUNCES TOTAL RESTRICTION OF INTERSTATE AND INTRASTATE VEHICULAR MOVEMENTS ON GOVERNORSHIP ELECTION DAY The Anambra State Police Command wishes to inform the general public that there will be a total restriction of vehicular movements in/out and across Anambra State on Saturday, 8th November 2025, being the day of the Governorship Election. The restriction takes effect from 12.00am to 6.00pm on the Election Day, and shall affect all roads within the state including interstate highways. This measure is in line with the unanimous decision reached at the meeting of the Security Services Commanders in Anambra State held at the Police State Headquarters, Awka, on 5th November 2025. The decision is aimed at preventing the movement of political thugs and other criminal elements who may attempt to disrupt the electoral process. The restriction applies to all forms of motorized transportation, including: Private vehicles, Commercial vehicles, Trucks, Tri...

 “No woman should suffer because she chose to leave a marriage” — Actress Mary Remmy Njoku writes emotional message to Regina Daniels Actress Mary Remmy Njoku has reacted to Regina Daniels’ emotional video, where the actress tearfully spoke about her struggles. Mary said watching the video brought her to tears because Nigerians practically watched Regina grow up on screen — from a child star to a wife and mother. She expressed sadness that Regina had to come online to cry for help. She wrote:  “Dear Regina, watching your video this morning brought tears to my eyes. I practically watched you grow. In fact, all of Nigeria did. And seeing the woman you’ve become break down online truly breaks my heart. As a mother of two daughters, I pray that if they ever come online to cry for help (God forbid), and I’m not here, may God raise an army to speak for them. Because this world can be wicked.” Mary added that regardless of the private details of what led to issues in a marriage, one ...

 "Useless Black African people" - Nnamdi Kanu lashes out at judge in court. Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), lashed out in court today. Kanu accused the judge of perverting justice by ignoring the Constitution. He demanded to see the “written law” behind the court’s actions and called the proceedings “nonsense.” "Your constitution says you cannot try anybody unless the law is written. Show me the written law," he demanded. INITIAL REPORT: Court is set to deliver judgment on Nnamdi Kanu’s terrorism case November 20 The Federal High Court in Abuja, has today fixed November 20 2025, for the delivery of judgment in the terr0rism case brought against Mazi Nnamdi Kanu. Justice James Omotosho announced the date while ruling on the matter after Kanu failed to open his defence, having exhausted the six days allocated to him by the court to present his case. The judge held that since Kanu failed to utilise the opportunity granted to him to conduc...

 EFCC Hands over Recovered N42.5m  to 70-yr-old Widow Victim in Kaduna The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has handed over a bank draft of N42,500,000 (Forty-two Million, Five Hundred Thousand Naira) in favour of one Mrs. Margret Taye Odofin, a 70-year-old widow and retiree, recovered from her fraudulent account and investment officer, Mrs. Kehinde Olawale Yusuf, who worked in one of the new generation banks. The handover, which took place on Thursday, November 2025 was done in the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the Commission by its Acting director, Bawa Kaltungo on behalf of EFCC’s Executive Chairman, Ola Olukoyede. The widower,  in a petition to the Kaduna Zonal Directorate of the EFCC in December 2024,  had alleged that Mrs. Yusuf, being her account and investment officer , had between November 2020 and December, 2020, 1lured her into investing in some ponzi businesses with a promise of a quarterly return on the investment of N1,700,000 (One Million,...

 Governor Otti raises corps members’ allowance to ₦50,000 Governor Alex Otti of Abia State has approved an increase in monthly allowances for members of the National Youth Service Corps serving in the state, raising the payment “from ₦4,000 to as much as ₦50,000.” The new allowance structure provides a ₦20,000 base allowance for all corps members serving in Abia. Plus this ₦20,000, those deployed to state government establishments will receive an additional ₦10,000, while medical and teaching corps members will earn an extra ₦30,000 monthly. The approval was disclosed in a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Njoku Ukoha, on Friday. “In addition to the Federal Government’s increased monthly NYSC allowance of ₦77,000, all corps members serving in Abia State will now earn a base monthly allowance of ₦ 20,000, while those serving within state government establishments, and specifically teaching and medical personnel, will earn an additional discriminatory all...

 "The federal government must be careful with the Nnamdi kanu case, because whatever happens, we will not forget- Hon. Obi Aguocha Hon. Obi Aguocha member representing ikwuano/umuahia North/umuahia South federal comstituency in the national Assembly has called on the President to handle the case of Nnamdi Kanu with utmost carefulness, speaking to the press after mazi Nnamdi kanu case today, he stressed  that the action or inaction of the Federal Government on the matter could have lasting effects on the relationship between the South-East and the central government. According to him, the South-East region has continued to experience unfavourable treatment, suggesting that there appears to be a "different set of laws applied to the south east." He warned that such perceived injustice and unequal treatment could wipe the goodwill the President currently enjoys in the region. Hon. Aguocha further stated that the people of the South-East will not forget the events surroundin...

 The opposition is wasting money and time while the people of Anambra have already chosen Soludo to continue - Osita Obi The Convener of the Recover Nigeria Project, Comrade Osita Obi, has declared that Governor Chukwuma Soludo is certain to win Saturday’s governorship election in Anambra State, describing efforts by opposition parties as a waste of resources. Obi stated that Soludo’s performance in office and his deep-rooted connection with the people of Anambra have positioned him for an easy victory, insisting that the election will be a reaffirmation of the people’s trust in his leadership. Speaking to journalists in Awka, Obi said;  “The opposition is wasting money and time because the people of Anambra have already decided.Governor Soludo’s achievements speak louder than campaign promises. He has proven that governance can be about service, not self-interest.” He pointed out that the governor’s reforms in education, infrastructure, and environmental management have trans...

 Anambra State Government urges Ndi Anambra to come out tomorrow and exercise their franchise. ‎The Anambra State Government has called on all eligible voters across the state to come out en masse and actively participate in the governorship election scheduled for Saturday. ‎ ‎The government emphasised that full voter participation is a fundamental expression of civic responsibility and a vital demonstration of commitment to democratic governance. ‎ ‎In a press statement on Friday, the state Commissioner for Information, Law Mefor, said active participation in this election is particularly important to reverse the low voter turnout recorded during the 2021 governorship election, when only about 200,000 of the over 2.7 million registered voters exercised their franchise. ‎ ‎He said, “The Anambra State Government calls on all eligible voters across the state to come out en masse and actively participate in the forthcoming governorship election scheduled for Saturday, November 8, 2025...

 INEC reports 98.8% PVC collection ahead of Anambra governorship election INEC Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, announced in Abuja on Thursday that 2,769,137 out of 2,802,790 registered voters—representing an impressive 98.8 per cent—have picked up their cards. Describing the turnout as “a significant achievement for any election in Nigeria,” Amupitan credited the success to INEC’s decision to extend the PVC collection window across all 326 Registration Areas. Initially, only 63.9 per cent of voters had collected their PVCs. But by extending the deadline to November 2, we’ve achieved a collection rate of 98.8 per cent,” he said. “All uncollected cards will now be safely stored at the Central Bank of Nigeria until after the election. The INEC boss urged voters to turn out en masse, lamenting Anambra’s history of low voter participation—25.5 per cent in 2013, 20.1 per cent in 2017, and just 10.27 per cent in 2021. Amupitan added that four National Commissioners and ten Resident Electo...

 Anti-Graft War:  Olukoyede Seeks Stronger Synergy with Media,  CSOs in South-East The Executive Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC,  Mr.  Ola Olukoyede has called for stronger ties with the media and civil society organizations, CSOs,  in the Southeast  in tackling economic and financial crimes and other acts of corruption. He made this call on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at a one-day capacity building workshop organized by the Commission for the media and CSos in the Southeast.  According to the EFCC boss, who was represented by the Zonal Director, Enugu Zonal Directorate of the Commission, Commander of the EFCC, CE Daniel Isei, corruption is surmountable,  though new technologies, global financial systems and cross-border crimes are posing challenges, it can be frontally tackled through concerted efforts of  stakeholders in the fight.  He said that the EFCC cannot combat these challenges in isolation,...

 Ex-NBA player Damon Jones pleads not guilty in rigged poker investigation Former NBA player Damon Jones pleaded not guilty to charges claiming he profited from rigged poker games and shared confidential information to aid sports bettors. Jones, who spent 11 seasons in the NBA, including four alongside LeBron James, is accused of providing nonpublic details about James and Anthony Davis that allegedly allowed bettors to profit. Over his career, Jones earned more than $20 million. His mother and stepfather are posting their Texas home as collateral for a $200,000 bond, allowing him to remain free while awaiting trial. Jones’s attorney, Kenneth Montgomery, told the court that plea negotiations may be underway. Jones is scheduled to return to court Nov. 24 for a preliminary conference with other defendants. He was among more than 30 people arrested in the sweep targeting alleged gambling misconduct, which also included Portland Trail Blazers coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard...

 Michigan authorities make sixth arrest in suspected Halloween terror plot FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed a sixth arrest in connection with a suspected Halloween terror plot in Michigan. The individual, a 19-year-old from Kent, Washington, was taken into custody on Wednesday for allegedly providing material support inspired by ISIS. This follows prior arrests of three men from Michigan and two from New Jersey. Among those arrested in Michigan, Ayob Nasser, 19, was charged Wednesday with participating in planning a potential attack on LGBTQ+ bars in suburban Detroit. Nasser, his brother Mohmed Ali, and Majed Mahmoud face charges of conspiracy to provide material support to a designated terrorist organization and for receiving and transferring firearms and ammunition for terrorism. Ali and Mahmoud were arrested on Friday, while authorities also identified two minors involved in the discussions. Court documents allege that Ali and an unnamed juvenile were mentioned in third-party c...

 5 drug kingpins bag 21 years imprisonment over Gabon, Australia-bond cocaine, opioids . Forfeit cash, luxury vehicles to Federal Government Five members of some international organized criminal groups (IOCG) recently arrested by operatives of the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) in connection with the seizure of 68.9 kilograms cocaine and tramadol at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) Ikeja Lagos have been sentenced to combined 21 years imprisonment. The trio of Olasupo Michael Oladimeji; Muaezee Ademola Ogunbiyi; and Sola Adegoke who are leaders of one of the cartels were arrested following the seizure of 17.9 kilograms of cocaine concealed in textile materials and local charms going to Sydney, Australia at the export shed of the MMIA Lagos on 26th August 2025. In the course of investigation, 20.5 kilograms of Canadian Loud, a strain of cannabis, were recovered from Ogunbiyi’s home in Lekki and a black Range Rover SUV marked RBC 459 EJ found in Adegoke’...

  Fake Revenue Agents Busted in Aba, Harmonized Task Force and Special Adviser on IGR Uncover Web of Fraud, Recover ₦766,000 The Abia State Harmonized Task Force (ASHTF), in collaboration with the Office of the Special Adviser to the Governor on Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), has uncovered a network of fake revenue agents operating across Aba, leading to the arrest of suspects and the recovery of ₦766,000 illegally collected from unsuspecting residents. The operation, which took place at Block 6, Green House, Osisioma Local Government Headquarters, followed a directive from the Special Adviser on IGR, Mr. Emmanuel Okpechi, who had earlier embarked on a monitoring and sensitization tour in response to numerous reports of fraudulent revenue demand notices circulating within the state. During the exercise, Mr. Okpechi, accompanied by the Revenue Agent in charge of Osisioma, Mr. Chimezie, and the Director of Operations (Revenue), went from house to house to verify the authenticity...

 ENUGU STATE POLICE COMMAND PRESS RELEASE ENUGU COMMISSIONER OF POLICE DECORATES SEVENTEEN NEWLY PROMOTED OFFICERS, CHARGES THEM TO UPHOLD PROFESSIONALISM The Commissioner of Police, Enugu State Command, CP Mamman Bitrus Giwa, psc, has decorated seventeen (17) newly promoted officers serving in the Command with their new ranks. The ceremony, held at the Senior Police Officers’ Mess, Agbani Road, Enugu, today, 5th November 2025, featured a charge to the officers to demonstrate greater professionalism, dedication, and responsibility in the discharge of their duties. While expressing gratitude to God for the promotion and commending the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, PhD, NPM, for recommending the officers for elevation, CP Giwa noted that the promotion is both a recognition of meritorious service and a call to higher performance. He urged the beneficiaries to continually improve themselves and uphold the core values of the Nigeria Police Force, stating: “Th...