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 NAF STRIKES ELIMINATE SEVERAL TERRORISTS IN GEZUWA- SAMBISA AXIS BORNO STATE ‎ ‎ The Nigerian Air Force through the Air Component of Operation HADIN KAI's sustained aggressive counter-terrorism air strikes have eliminated several terrorists and destroyed their facilities around Biramiri in the Gezuwa general area in Sambisa forest axist Borno state.  ‎A statement by the Director of Public Relations and information Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame indicates that the strikes followed credible Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance reports, then the NAF Air Assets on 26 May 2026 executed precision strikes on the identified terrorist hideouts and support structures.  ‎ The coordinated attacks destroyed key terrorist facilities  further crippling the operational capacity of the insurgents. ‎ The intensity and precision of the ongoing air offensives have continued to generate fear and confusion among terrorist elements across the Sambisa axis.  ‎ Intelligence asse...

 First Lady Oluremi Tinubu Celebrates Children; Urges Them Beware Of Choices They Make Nigeria's First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu wants children to take ownership of today in a responsible and purposeful manner, noting that the future they desire is shaped by the choices they make now. Extending heartfelt love to them in a message marking the 2026 Children’s Day celebration, with the theme "Future Now: Promoting Inclusion for Every Nigerian Child", the First Lady says, as leaders of tomorrow,  children must be active participants in shaping the present. She urges them to stay focused, make wise decisions, and use their time productively, walking in the consciousness that a brighter tomorrow cannot be achieved by pursuing destructive or unrealistic paths, but by building character, discipline, and a commitment to learning and growth.

 Whoopi Goldberg apologizes after calling House Speaker a 'moron' on 'The View' The hosts of The View returned from their Memorial Day break with a fiery live episode on May 26, where Whoopi Goldberg once again had to retract a comment made during heated “Hot Topics” discussions.  Senator Chris Murphy joined the panel to talk about his new book and current events, including Donald Trump’s claim of a potential deal to end the Iran War.  Murphy criticized the idea, saying it amounted to giving Iran billions in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and stressed that the ongoing conflict was weakening the U.S. while strengthening Iran. Murphy explained that while the Senate had gained bipartisan support to end the war, the House canceled a vote to avoid embarrassing the president. Goldberg reacted sharply, calling House Speaker Mike Johnson “a moron” before quickly apologizing and retracting the remark.  She later voiced frustration over Trump’s proposal to build ...

 90 Day Fiancé star Thais Ramone breaks silence on domestic battery arrest and divorce from Patrick Mendes 90 Day Fiancé star Thais Ramone’s domestic battery charge has been dismissed just days after her arrest in Nevada. The 29-year-old was taken into custody on May 22, the same day her husband Patrick Mendes filed for divorce after four years of marriage.  By May 24, prosecutors dropped the misdemeanor charge, and Ramone released a statement through her representative saying she was focusing on her family and moving forward “with grace.”  She emphasized that the dismissal spoke for itself and that she had no interest in fueling public negativity. Ramone’s rep described her as a devoted mother whose priority is raising her daughter, Aleesi, and protecting her peace during this difficult time.  On social media, Ramone appeared to be handling the split with resilience, sharing photos of herself and her three-year-old daughter while thanking fans for their support....

 Lisa Rinna denounces Spencer Pratt's mayoral run as she declares reality stars should stay out of politics: 'We've already done that' Lisa Rinna made it clear she does not support Spencer Pratt’s 2026 campaign for mayor of Los Angeles.  Speaking to Variety at the American Music Awards on May 25, the former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills star argued that the city needs an experienced politician, not a reality TV personality.  Rinna said she loves Pratt personally but compared his candidacy to her own lack of qualifications, noting that voters wouldn’t want her as mayor either. Her remarks also carried a subtle critique of Donald Trump’s transition from reality TV to politics. During the interview, Rinna briefly confused the mayoral race with California’s gubernatorial primary, initially suggesting support for San Jose mayor Matt Mahan before clarifying she backed him for governor instead.  Pratt, best known for MTV’s The Hills, launched his mayoral bid after losing...

 Kristin Cavallari reveals what 'still pisses me off' about her relationship with ex Mark Estes Kristin Cavallari admitted that one of her biggest regrets from dating Mark Estes was footing the bill throughout their seven-month relationship in 2024.  Speaking on her Let’s Be Honest podcast, she told guest Chelsea Handler that she had paid for everything while dating the younger social media star, including a trip to Greece.  Cavallari said the imbalance still frustrates her, especially since Estes used half of her Amex points, leaving her feeling disrespected. Despite the financial strain, Cavallari described the relationship as one of the healthiest she’s ever had.  She praised Estes as “the best boyfriend” she’d had and said their time together was mature and positive, even though she knew long-term it wasn’t right.  Sources later noted that the couple’s age difference contributed to their split, with Cavallari acknowledging they were “heading in different dir...

 Media Executive Donald Newhouse Passes Away at 96 Donald Newhouse, one of the longtime figures behind America’s newspaper industry and the publishing empire connected to Condé Nast, has passed away at the age of 96. According to reports, Donald d!ed at his home in New Jersey after battling lymphoma. His son, Steven Newhouse, confirmed the news while reflecting on his father’s deep love for journalism and newsroom life. Speaking about him, Steven said his father always looked forward to heading to work at The Star-Ledger and took great pride in the stories produced by the paper’s reporters. Donald and his older brother, Samuel I. Newhouse Jr., inherited the family’s growing media business from their father, Samuel I. Newhouse, who began building the company in the early 1920s after purchasing the Staten Island Advance. Over time, the family business expanded into one of the most powerful media groups in the United States. While his brother became closely associated with the glossy ...