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Bukele Defends Anti-Gang Crackdown Against Rights Critics in Meeting with Kast

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President Nayib Bukele didn't hold back when a journalist pressed him on human rights concerns during his meeting with Chile's president-elect José Antonio Kast. He flipped the script, asking why NGOs overlooked victims of gang violence for years.

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In a widely viewed video clip, Bukele highlighted El Salvador's dramatic shift from 53 homicides per 100,000 in 2018 to a record-low 1.3 in 2025, crediting his state of emergency and mega-prisons like CECOT that provide medical care and cut gang operations. He accused NGOs of ignoring atrocities against innocents—like a girl who lost her arms to a gang bomb—while focusing on jailed suspects, noting prisoner death rates are even lower than in the general population. Critics from Human Rights Watch and Amnesty International report over 85,000 arbitrary arrests and 470 custody deaths since 2022, as Kast praised the model for Chile.

Updated: Oca 31, 2026 22:43 UTC
Politics Nayib Bukele El Salvador

Nigerians Debate: Corruption from Broken System or Personal Choices?

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A post listing everyday bribes for safer NYSC postings and faster passports hit a nerve, asking if Nigeria's corruption comes from the system or from citizens joining in.

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User @ogig156 highlighted common practices like paying NYSC officials for urban placements amid kidnapping risks in northern states, ghosting service by faking attendance, and bribing for passports delayed despite promised reforms. Replies split between those blaming a dysfunctional system that forces survival tactics—like low PPA pay and insecurity—and others urging personal accountability to break the cycle. With Nigeria ranking 140th on the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index, the discussion captures deep frustrations as 2026 NYSC camps open in volatile areas.

Updated: Oca 31, 2026 17:19 UTC
News Politics National Youth Service Corps JAMB Borno Zamfara JKIA

Iranian Delivery Worker Faces Imminent Execution After Protest Arrest

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Ashkan Talebi Balakhiabani, a 22-year-old motorcycle delivery worker, called his family on January 29 to say goodbye—authorities had just handed him a death sentence.

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Arrested on January 8 in Mashhad while heading home from work during the city's protests, Talebi Balakhiabani went missing for three weeks until that heartbreaking call. Reports from Iranian exile media and rights groups describe no public charges or official confirmation, amid a crackdown on late 2025 unrest over economic and political issues that led to hundreds of deaths and thousands detained. Activists are sharing his story widely, seeking international pressure to halt what they fear is a 'silent execution' in Vakilabad Prison, with his fate still uncertain as of January 31.

Updated: Oca 31, 2026 09:52 UTC
Crime Iran International Ashkan Talebi Balakhiyabani Vakilabad Prison Mashhad

Fears Mount for Iranian Student Sahand Abbasnia Facing Possible Execution

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Sahand Abbasnia, a young architecture student from Tabriz, vanished after security forces raided his family home. Now unconfirmed reports claim he's on an execution list amid Iran's protest crackdown.

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Abbasnia was arrested around January 22 at his home in Maragheh during a sweep targeting protesters, with his family losing contact soon after. A viral post late Thursday claimed he faces imminent execution, sparking urgent appeals tagging global organizations and leaders with hashtags like #StopExecutionsInIran. While no official sources confirm the claim and his name doesn't appear in recent execution records, rights groups note the real dangers in Iran's prisons, where detainees endure incommunicado detention, sham trials, and charges like 'enmity against God' amid surging hangings.

Updated: Oca 31, 2026 06:13 UTC
News Sahand Abbasnia Iran

VeryDarkMan Faces Criticism Over Drama and Failed Borehole Project

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A mid-flight brawl and tales of juju-sabotaged boreholes have put Nigerian activist VeryDarkMan under fresh fire from fellow commentators.

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Commentary page @wearegst rejected collaborating with VeryDarkMan, real name Martins Vincent Otse, after recirculated footage of his December 2025 borehole flop in Chikara, where his team claimed locals used spiritual forces to cause illnesses, generator failures, and a N13 million loss. The post spotlighted his November 17, 2025, airplane clash with comedian Mr. Jollof, calling his activism more about drama than principle. While supporters praise his bold exposures of corruption, detractors—including voices praising @wearegst's integrity—warn against partnering with figures seen as opportunistic.

Updated: Oca 31, 2026 04:36 UTC
News His NGO Verydarkman

Activists Race to Save Masoud Babaei from Dawn Execution in Iran

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A desperate message from inside an Iranian prison warns that Masoud Babaei could face hanging at dawn on January 31. Activists are flooding posts with his name, hoping global attention might halt the gallows.

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Iranian activists are urgently sharing claims that Shirvan cafe owner Masoud Babaei, arrested January 8 amid protests, was tortured into confessing and now risks execution early Friday. Human rights group Hengaw confirmed his detention in a sweep targeting Kurds, while posts circulate his photo stamped 'SENTENCED TO DEATH' and call for amplification with hashtags like #مسعود_بابایی. This push highlights Iran's crackdown, with over 100 executions since early January on protest-related charges, as online voices battle state silence and past campaigns have occasionally stopped such fates.

Updated: Oca 31, 2026 04:12 UTC
News Politics Masoud Babaei Shirvan, Iran protests

Iranian BTS Fans Reach Out Globally Amid Deadly Protests

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Raha Bohloulipour, a 23-year-old university student and BTS fan, dreamed of music before security forces shot her during protests in Tehran. Now her fellow ARMYs are turning to the world for help.

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An open letter from an anonymous Iranian BTS fan shares Raha's story and pleads with global ARMY to amplify voices silenced by Iran's internet blackout and deadly crackdown. Protests erupted in early January 2026 over economic collapse, with human rights groups verifying at least 6,126 deaths—mostly young civilians—while higher estimates reach tens of thousands. Fans post under hashtags like #IranianRevolution2026 during brief access windows, framing ARMY as family and urging awareness beyond hoping BTS sees it.

Updated: Oca 30, 2026 21:37 UTC
News Politics Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps BTS ARMY Raha Bohloulipour Iran

Shia Muslims Celebrate Birth Anniversary of Ali al-Akbar

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Imam Husayn once said that looking at his son Ali al-Akbar let him see the Prophet Muhammad himself. Today, Shia communities worldwide honor that cherished likeness with joyful tributes.

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January 30, 2026, marks the birth anniversary of Ali al-Akbar ibn Husayn, the eldest son of Imam Husayn, known as the Prince of Karbala for his beauty, courage, and resemblance to the Prophet. Born around 654 CE in Medina, he shone in the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE, charging bravely before his martyrdom at age 18. Devotees share digital art, poetic videos, and hashtags like #جشن_شھزادہ_علی_اکبرؑ, blending festivity with remembrance of his sacrifice and enduring inspiration for justice and resilience.

Updated: Oca 30, 2026 19:57 UTC
Religion Hazrat Ali Akbar Imam Hussain Imam e Zamana Ahlul Bayt Prophet Muhammad Karbala Birth anniversary of Hazrat Ali Akbar Battle of Karbala

Xdinary Heroes' Gunil Argues Against Foreigner Safety Zones on Korean TV Debate

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Gunil shared his own story of growing up as a Korean kid in America, wondering how he'd feel if suddenly labeled a potential criminal. His heartfelt plea for fairness lit up the screen.

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On KBS2's 'The Logic,' XDINARY HEROES leader Gunil debated against marking neighborhoods with many foreigners as special public-safety zones, drawing from his decade living as an immigrant in the U.S. starting at age 12. He argued crime stems from poverty and alienation, not nationality, and pushed for data-driven patrols instead, though his side lost 1-4 to actor Chae Sung-joon. Fans praised his empathy and experience amid South Korea's rising multiculturalism, where foreign residents near 5% of the population face growing tensions despite lower per capita crime rates.

Updated: Oca 30, 2026 15:09 UTC
Politics Gunil South Korea

Tens of Thousands Flee Pakistan's Tirah Valley Amid Militant Fears and Snow

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Zar Badshah fled Tirah Valley with his four children after elders announced evacuations from mosques, joining over 70,000 others braving snow-blocked roads and freezing cold.

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More than 70,000 residents—nearly half of Tirah Valley's population, mostly women and children—have registered at camps in nearby Bara since late December, fleeing fears of clashes with 400-500 entrenched TTP militants, food shortages, and recent mortar attacks that killed one woman and injured kids. Federal officials call it seasonal migration by local tribes, backed by intelligence operations that neutralized 2,597 militants in 2025, while Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's Chief Minister accuses forced displacement without consent and plans a tribal jirga on January 31 to demand accountability. Displaced families endure sub-zero conditions with army rescues ongoing, as politics clash over the exodus amid the valley's long struggle with militants and harsh winters.

Updated: Oca 30, 2026 02:27 UTC
News Crime Khawarij Sohail Afridi Tirah Valley

Father Shares Joyful Videos of Son Killed in Iran Protests

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A father's simple plea cuts through the grief: 'World, see my child.' He shares vibrant videos of his son Mehran dancing with arms raised high.

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Mehran Salimi, a 28-year-old barber from Hashtgerd near Karaj, died on January 8, 2026, during protests against Iran's Islamic Republic, according to family and activist reports. His father posted footage of Mehran dancing under blue lights, black-and-white photos from his life riding horses and working in his shop, and an image of him motionless in a hospital bed. The family faced further heartbreak when security forces seized his body, denying a proper farewell, as posts call to remember him amid widespread unrest and conflicting death toll claims.

Updated: Oca 30, 2026 02:17 UTC
News Politics Islamic Republic Mehran Salimi Hashtgerd, Karaj, Iran protests

Iranian Woman Appears Alive After Protest Death Reports

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Mobina Beheshti stared into the camera from a car, baffled to learn her photo had gone viral as proof she was killed in Iran's protests.

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The 21-year-old university student from Gorgan released a video on January 29, confirming she is healthy after regaining internet access following a government blackout. She questioned why media used her images to claim she was shot by security forces during clashes around January 8. State media calls it opposition propaganda, while activists listed her among thousands of contested protest deaths amid ongoing unrest sparked by economic woes since late December 2025.

Updated: Oca 30, 2026 02:02 UTC
News Mobina Beheshti Iran recent riots

Abuja Mob Beats Suspected One-Chance Robbers at Berger Bridge

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Amid shouts and slaps near a busy bridge, a crowd dragged men from a sedan, stripping them to underwear on the hot pavement as they pleaded for mercy.

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Videos from Thursday show furious residents in Wuse 2, Abuja, pummeling several men accused of running a one-chance robbery scheme, where gangs lure passengers into fake taxis for attacks. The chaotic scene unfolded after suspects tried to flee with a passenger, with women in bright ankara outfits joining the beatings until uniformed personnel arrived. One-chance crimes continue to terrorize Nigeria's cities despite police arrests, leaving commuters vigilant and fueling widespread anger over insecurity.

Updated: Oca 30, 2026 01:04 UTC
Crime police Berger Bridge, Wuse 2, Abuja apprehension of one-chance operators

Iran Arrests Doctors Who Treated Protest Wounded

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In a violent raid, surgeon Alireza Golchini was beaten in front of his wife and 11-year-old son, arrested for simply treating injured protesters. His cousin called it just doing his duty to save lives.

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Iranian security forces have detained at least nine doctors and volunteers who aided demonstrators hurt during nationwide protests that erupted on December 28, 2025, over economic woes like a collapsing rial and soaring inflation. These protests escalated into calls to topple the regime, met with deadly force that rights groups say killed over 6,000, amid hospital raids seizing records to track the wounded. Prominent cases include London-trained Golchini, charged with a death-penalty offense, as authorities hold over 42,000 in sweeps, with the U.S. demanding their release.

Updated: Oca 30, 2026 01:03 UTC
News Politics Reuters Alireza Golchini Qazvin anti-regime unrest

Iran's Foreign Minister Urges Regional Allies to Ease U.S. Tensions

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As U.S. threats loom larger, Iran's top diplomat picked up the phone to rally neighbors for calm amid rising stakes.

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Seyed Abbas Araghchi held urgent calls Thursday with foreign ministers from Qatar, Egypt, UAE, Pakistan, Oman, and Turkey to discuss de-escalation and regional security. The talks respond to President Trump's warnings of military action unless Iran halts uranium enrichment, dismantles its stockpile, limits missiles, and curbs proxies—demands Tehran firmly rejects. Turkey offers mediation through a potential summit with Trump and Iran's president, while Araghchi heads to Istanbul Friday for face-to-face talks on de-escalation, trade, and crises like Gaza and Syria. Regional leaders push diplomacy to avoid wider conflict that could disrupt energy markets and stability.

Updated: Oca 30, 2026 00:35 UTC
Politics Abbas Araghchi Turkey

Lagos Police Harass Unarmed Teens Studying Late in Shomolu

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A group of teenagers, fresh from late-night studying, faced sudden harassment from police near their tutorial center in Shomolu. Videos captured their desperate pleas: 'Why treat us like animals? We haven’t committed any offence.'

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On January 29, 2026, early morning, boys from a tutorial center in Yaba briefly stepped out to buy items from a late-night vendor when officers from Alade Police Station approached without cause, shouting commands and using force to push them into an unmarked van. Footage shows the teens in school uniforms crying out about beatings, pepper spray, and even urination, while neighbors recorded the chaos. Rights advocates call it clear abuse of power amid Nigeria's history of police misconduct, with no statement yet from Lagos Police Command as public calls for investigation grow.

Updated: Oca 29, 2026 21:20 UTC
Crime Alade Police Station Shomolu late-night tutorial

Afghan Woman's Plea Highlights Taliban Bans and New Penal Code

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An Afghan woman sobs in a resurfaced video, wishing she had never been born female because even animals roam freer than she can.

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The clip, first shared in late 2022, draws renewed attention to Taliban restrictions barring 2.2 million girls from secondary schools and universities since 2021, with primary education still available amid challenges. It coincides with the regime's January Criminal Procedure Code, which critics like Rawadari Afghan Human Rights say divides people into classes including a bottom tier equated to slaves, shields mullahs from prosecution, and fails to fully criminalize child beating. Women face ongoing bans on public work, parks, and travel without male guardians, as underground protests continue despite risks, prompting calls from the UN and UK for school access.

Updated: Oca 29, 2026 20:12 UTC
News Politics Taliban Balkh University Kabul Balkh University Protest against Taliban's ban on female education

Surrey Council Urges National Emergency over Extortion Surge

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Residents and business owners in Surrey live in fear from a wave of extortion threats, smashed windows, arsons, and shootings at their homes.

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On January 27, Surrey city council unanimously approved Mayor Brenda Locke's motion calling on Ottawa to declare a national state of emergency to fight rising extortion violence. Police data shows 36 reported extortions with 21 victims in 2026 so far, including eight targeted shootings, mostly against South Asian-owned businesses linked to groups like the India-based Bishnoi gang—up from 132 attempts in 2025. Locke seeks an extortion commissioner, more RCMP units, faster deportations, and public reports, while Ottawa deploys 20 officers and provinces plan coordination talks. The call has sparked partisan clashes, with Conservatives pushing tougher sentences and Liberals defending their record.

Updated: Oca 29, 2026 19:42 UTC
Crime City of Surrey Surrey, British Columbia state of emergency declaration

Iranian Surgeon Arrested for Treating Protest Wounded

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Dr. Alireza Golchini, a general surgeon, lost teeth during a brutal home raid after offering free aid to injured protesters on Instagram.

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Charged with 'waging war against God'—a capital offense—Golchini is among at least five doctors detained in central and northern Iran amid the 2025-2026 protests sparked by economic collapse. Rights groups report he was beaten, denied a lawyer, and targeted in a campaign to deter treatment of anti-government demonstrators. As protests rage in over 180 cities with thousands dead from security forces' live fire, hospitals face raids and chaos, with casualty figures ranging from 3,100 by officials to over 36,500 by independent tallies.

Updated: Oca 29, 2026 16:31 UTC
News Politics Iranian Security Forces Alireza Golchini Isfahan Qazvin Tehran Gorgan recent protests

Bandits Abduct Tinubu Campaign Leader from Zamfara Home

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Around 1 a.m., more than 30 armed men stormed Ambassador Bashir Isa Gusau's residence in Gusau, overpowering resistance and taking him away in front of his wife.

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Gusau, North-West Youth Leader for the Tinubu/Shettima Campaign Organisation's Zamfara chapter, was kidnapped early Thursday from his home in Zamfara State, Nigeria's bandit-plagued northwest. A family source said security agencies were alerted immediately, but no rescue or location updates emerged by midday, with no ransom demands or police statement yet. The incident highlights ongoing bandit raids, kidnappings, and killings in the region despite military efforts, adding to frequent abductions where families often pay ransoms amid delayed responses.

Updated: Oca 29, 2026 16:11 UTC
Crime Tinubu/Shettima Campaign in Zamfara Chapter Bashir Isa Gusau Gusau, Zamfara State Ambassador Bashir Isa Gusau abduction

Security Forces Rescue Woman in Balochistan Kidnapping Clash

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In broad daylight, militants tried to drag Nargis from her home in Kech district. Hours later, Pakistani troops turned the tables in a tense firefight.

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On January 28 in Balochistan's restive Kech district, armed men allegedly from the Baloch Liberation Army abducted married woman Nargis outside her home, pursued by her husband and nephew. Frontier Corps troops set up checkpoints, chased a fleeing silver Toyota Surf, and exchanged fire with the kidnappers, neutralizing two militants including Salim Baloch, a 2000-born Turbat native linked to prior attacks. They recovered rifles, ammunition, and gear from the bullet-riddled vehicle, with social media posts sharing scene photos but no official confirmation from ISPR or major outlets as of January 29.

Updated: Oca 29, 2026 11:39 UTC
Crime BLA FC Balochistan (South) Nargis Balicha, Kech, Balochistan Nasirabad forests abduction of Nargis

Mother Weeps in Market for ₦30 Million to Free Kidnapped Daughter

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In a bustling Nigerian market, a mother clutched photos of her only child and sobbed openly, pleading with strangers for ransom money to save her from kidnappers.

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Binuyo Lateefah, a recent Mass Communication graduate from Kwara State Polytechnic, was abducted in Kogi State while heading by road to her NYSC orientation camp in Taraba State. Her distraught mother, holding framed pictures and placards with donation details, begs for ₦30 million ($18,000) in a video that has spread widely since January 28. Supporters report donations climbing to ₦16-17 million from unverified posts, amid public anger over Nigeria's kidnapping crisis on dangerous highways and calls for government action. No official statements have come from NYSC, police, or authorities as of January 29.

Updated: Oca 29, 2026 05:03 UTC
Crime Kwara Polytechnic National Youth Service Corps Binuyo Lateefah Kogi State Taraba State

Security Forces Recover Arms Cache Near Kashmir Line of Control

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In the snowy forests of Kupwara's remote Karnah sector, troops unearthed a buried terrorist arms dump amid rugged terrain along the Pakistan border.

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During a cordon and search operation Wednesday in Jammu and Kashmir's Kupwara district, Karnah Police recovered four Chinese-made pistols, seven pistol magazines, three AK-47 magazines, 308 AK-47 rounds, and a sniper sight from the Rati Tari forest near the Line of Control. Officials believe the items were dumped by terrorists, and a probe is underway to trace their origins and intended users. The find highlights ongoing vigilance in this infiltration hotspot, adding to recent successes like property attachments and smuggling busts as winter snows heighten security measures.

Updated: Oca 28, 2026 17:29 UTC
News Crime Security forces Rati Tari Forest Area, Sector Taad, Karnah, Kupwara district, Jammu and Kashmir Cordon and Search Operation (CASO)

Afghan Cleric's Funeral Speech Vows Jihad on Pakistan and Central Asia

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Amid chants from a large crowd in Kabul, an Afghan cleric pledged to raise the Islamic Emirate's flag over Islamabad at the funeral of a TTP-linked fighter.

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On January 27, 2026, Maulvi Sher Ali delivered a fiery Pashto speech at the Kabul funeral of Qari Ayub, killed near the Pakistan-Afghanistan border days earlier. He called for jihad against parliamentary systems in Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and Kyrgyzstan, vowing retaliation and drawing anti-Pakistan chants from hundreds in attendance. Pakistani online voices raised alarms over the rhetoric, seeing it as proof of Taliban support for TTP militants blamed for years of deadly attacks.

Updated: Oca 28, 2026 15:11 UTC
News Politics Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan Taliban Maulvi Sher Ali Hammad Ayub Zakir Kabul's Guldara district Kunar Pakistan-Afghanistan border Balochistan Islamabad Ayub Zakir's funeral

Shopkeeper Attacks Dalit Sanitation Worker with Her Broom in Jharkhand

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Manju Devi Valmiki was sweeping the street when a shopkeeper demanded free cleanup—and turned violent with her own broom after she said no.

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In Jharia market, 46-year-old Manju Devi Valmiki refused unpaid work to clear garbage from cloth shop owner Sunil Kesari's storefront. He allegedly used casteist slurs, grabbed her saree, and beat her on the head, hands, and ears, as captured in bystander video. Police filed an FIR under the SC/ST Atrocities Act and plan to arrest him soon, amid calls highlighting exploitation faced by Dalit women in sanitation roles.

Updated: Oca 28, 2026 14:06 UTC
Crime Manju Devi Jharkhand

Reza Pahlavi Compares Iran Crackdown to Holocaust on Remembrance Day

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On January 27, Reza Pahlavi watched Holocaust Remembrance Day images and saw echoes in Iran's streets, where security forces gunned down protesters by the thousands.

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Pahlavi, son of Iran's last shah, urged global action against what he called a massacre amid protests sparked by economic collapse and demands to topple Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei. Demonstrations erupted December 28, 2025, spreading to hundreds of cities with chants for regime change and his return; violence peaked January 8-9 as snipers and machine guns killed crowds, with death tolls estimated from 3,000 by the government to over 30,000 by leaked sources and activists. An internet blackout hides the full scale, but reports describe mass burials, over 41,000 arrests, and medics witnessing blood-soaked bodies; Pahlavi vowed freedom is near as exiles plead for U.S. help under new President Trump.

Updated: Oca 28, 2026 10:23 UTC
Politics Iran's regime Reza Pahlavi Iran

Iran Protests Turn Deadly with Thousands Killed in Crackdown

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Shops shuttered by soaring inflation in Tehran drew millions to the streets in late December 2025, their economic cries soon turning to demands to overthrow Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.

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Protests spread to over 400 cities, met by security forces who fired rifles, machine guns, and shotguns, with snipers targeting protesters and raids on hospitals. Casualty estimates vary wildly: Iran's government reports 3,100 deaths, activists cite 6,126 including 86 children, while leaked documents suggest 30,000 to 36,500 in two days alone. A severe two-week internet blackout hid the scale until leaks and videos emerged, showing body bags piled in morgues and calls for global pressure amid over 40,000 arrests.

Updated: Oca 28, 2026 07:30 UTC
News Crime Islamic Republic Amirhossein Hosseinpour Kahrizak Forensic Medicine Centre Tehran

Video of Bags in Awujale Selection Sparks Bribery Claims, But They Held Documents

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Men in traditional attire handed over large Ghana-Must-Go bags to kingmakers, fueling instant suspicions of cash bribes for Ijebuland's next ruler.

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The bags, delivered on January 19 by the Fusengbuwa ruling house to the Afobaje kingmakers, contained stacks of candidates' documents, not money, despite widespread bribery accusations from a viral video. Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun suspended the selection process indefinitely on January 21—the second halt this month—citing petitions, procedural issues, and security concerns after the revered Awujale Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona's death in July 2025. Protests erupted in Ijebu-Ode with signs declaring 'Awujale stool is not for sale,' while a prince alleged a N10 million fee demand, underscoring calls for transparency to honor the throne's legacy.

Updated: Oca 28, 2026 01:50 UTC
Politics Ogun State Government Dapo Abiodun Awujale of Ijebu Ijebu Ogun State Awujale of Ijebu stool selection process

Sarah Scott Fights Off Kidnappers in Johannesburg Uber Mix-Up

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Sarah Scott squeezed her phone so hard she cracked its screen guard while kicking and screaming to escape two men trying to drag her into a car. Her fierce resistance outside a friend's Hyde Park home saved her that February night.

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On February 21, 2025, visitor Sarah Scott from Tanzania stepped out for what she thought was her Uber around 8:30 p.m., only to face a fake white sedan where two men grabbed her arms and clothes. She fought back until nearby lights turned on, scaring them off, as captured on security video. Police opened an attempted kidnapping case with no arrests announced, and Uber confirmed the car wasn't theirs, urging riders to check license plates and PINs. The clip highlights South Africa's kidnapping risks amid high crime, echoing cases like a Cape Town driver's threat and a couple's suspicious detour.

Updated: Oca 28, 2026 01:38 UTC
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Bandits Kidnap Over 160 Churchgoers in Nigeria's Kaduna State

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Gunmen stormed three churches during Sunday services, herding worshippers into the bush as families watched in horror. Nine days later, more than 160 remain captive.

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On January 18 in Kurmin Wali village, armed bandits abducted 163 to 177 people from two Cherubim and Seraphim churches and one ECWA congregation around 9-10 a.m., with 9 to 11 escaping soon after. Kaduna police first denied the reports but confirmed them after verification, launching operations while noting the captives' location is known but blocked by human shields. Bandits demanded 250 million naira and 20 motorcycles from the village head, accusing locals of stealing bikes; no ransom has been paid. Escaped mother Lovina Ezekiel lost her two-week-old baby in the chaos and fears for her husband and five children still held, as families sleep in the bush amid trauma.

Updated: Oca 27, 2026 22:55 UTC
Crime Kajuru village Kaduna State, Nigeria

Pinoy Big Brother Fans Rally to Save Kapuso Favorites from Eviction

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Caprice Cayetano hugged her dad tight during a surprise visit, her smile lighting up the house just as eviction pressure mounted.

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In Pinoy Big Brother Celebrity Collab Edition 2.0, Kapuso housemates Caprice Cayetano and Heath Jornales lead narrow voting tallies against Sofia Pablo, while Kapamilya star Eliza dominates her side. Fans fuel the race with creative campaigns like Team Caprice's 100:1000 donation challenge and Heath supporters' ipon challenges via GCash. As votes pour in through the Maya app ahead of Wednesday's sixth eviction, heartfelt house moments like family reunions keep everyone hooked on the GMA-ABS-CBN showdown.

Updated: Oca 27, 2026 15:49 UTC
Reality TV Solid Heath Solid Caprice Heath Jornales Caprice Cayetano Bahay Ni Kuya Bahay Ni Kuya

Sunday Igboho Returns from Exile, Backs Tinubu on Security

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After years away, Sunday Igboho stepped off the plane in Ibadan and headed straight to the Olubadan's palace to thank the monarch who helped bring him home.

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Sunday Igboho, the Yoruba activist once wanted by Nigeria's government, returned to Ibadan on January 26, 2026, after clearance from the presidency and interventions by traditional rulers like Oba Rashidi Ladoja. His exile started in 2021 following a raid on his home and his campaign against Fulani herdsmen; he was released from Benin Republic in 2022 for medical reasons. Igboho thanked President Tinubu and endorsed his efforts to fight insecurity with traditional rulers' help, urging Southwest residents to unite for peace and future generations. Supporters celebrated at his home, though some online voices questioned his shift amid ongoing ethnic tensions.

Updated: Oca 27, 2026 13:29 UTC
Politics AIT Sunday Igboho Bola Tinubu

Bangladeshi Men Kiss Khamenei Images Amid Iran Protests

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Young Bangladeshi men kiss phone screens showing Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, pressing the images to their hearts in a show of solidarity. The videos arrive as Iranian streets run with blood from a brutal crackdown on protesters.

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A 36-second montage compiles clips of Bangladeshi men in supermarkets, homes, and streets kissing Khamenei's photo, waving Bangladesh flags, and joining a challenge promoted by pro-regime accounts. The gesture coincides with Iran's deadly suppression of nationwide protests that began December 28, 2025, over economic collapse, with death tolls ranging from 3,117 per official counts to over 36,500 claimed by leaked documents. Iranians opposing the regime respond with sarcasm and fury, like calls to deport Khamenei to Bangladesh and demands for a free Iran, highlighting a painful divide between foreign support and domestic bloodshed.

Updated: Oca 27, 2026 09:26 UTC
News Iran's regime Ayatollah Ali Khamenei Bangladesh nationwide protests

Gunmen Kill 11 at Soccer Field in Salamanca, Mexico

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Players and families lingered on the field after an amateur match when gunmen in trucks opened fire, leaving bodies scattered under the floodlights.

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Late Sunday in Salamanca's Loma de Flores neighborhood, armed men arrived in at least three trucks and unleashed more than 100 rounds, killing 11 people—including ten at the scene—and wounding 12 others, among them a woman and a child. Mayor César Prieto labeled the attack cowardly amid a local crime wave and called on President Claudia Sheinbaum for federal aid, while the Guanajuato Attorney General processes ballistic evidence with no arrests or motive yet identified. The violence unfolded in Mexico's most violent state, where cartels like CJNG and CSRL clash over fuel theft and drugs, highlighting risks even at community soccer games as the 2026 World Cup nears.

Updated: Oca 27, 2026 02:40 UTC
Crime Guanajuato state government Claudia Sheinbaum Loma de Flores, Guanajuato, Mexico amateur soccer match

Cali Apartment Post Draws Locals' Humorous Safety Warnings

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A $199,000 sleek apartment in Cali, Colombia, caught eyes with its modern views and pool—but locals replied with over-the-top jokes about keeping gringos away.

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The January 25 post by @TheLatamGuy highlighted a two-bedroom unit in upscale Cali, attracting expat interest for its affordability and visa potential. Replies flooded in with memes like 'We torture and kill one gringo per day,' playing on the city's high crime index of 72 and 46 homicides per 100,000 in 2023. While sarcasm echoes anti-tourism pushback elsewhere, real risks of muggings and violence persist, though some suggest safer spots like Medellín.

Updated: Oca 27, 2026 02:18 UTC
Crime Travel Cali, Colombia Medellín, Colombia

Sporong Residents Displaced by Zama-Zamas Demand Written Safety Guarantees to Return Home

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Hundreds of residents in Sporong fled their homes due to terrorizing activities by heavily armed zama-zamas, including robberies, killings, and rapes. A resident made an emotional public plea for written guarantees of safety before returning.

Updated: Oca 27, 2026 00:47 UTC
Crime Sporong

Son of Ex-Iranian Diplomat Faces Backlash for Luxury Videos Amid Protests

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Champagne flows and private jets contrast sharply with Iran's streets, where families scrape by on $4 a day. Sasha Sobhani's party clips have drawn widespread anger over this stark divide.

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Videos show Sasha Sobhani, son of former Iranian ambassador Ahmad Sobhani, celebrating a birthday with bikini-clad guests and tossing stacks of rial notes on a hotel bed while wearing a $100,000 Patek Philippe watch. These displays hit hard as Iran battles hyperinflation, a minimum wage of about $100 monthly, and deadly protests in late December 2025 that human rights groups say killed thousands amid a crackdown and internet blackout. Critics highlight the hypocrisy of regime elites' children living lavishly abroad, like Sobhani in Spain, as citizens receive a meager $7 monthly allowance.

Updated: Oca 26, 2026 22:02 UTC
News Sasha Sobhani Ahmad Sobhani

Hoodlums Storm Lekki Palm City Estate, Forcing Residents to Flee

News

Residents of Lekki Palm City Estate scattered in panic as groups of young men smashed gates and walls at the main entrance, all captured live on AIT.

Summary

The attack happened Thursday morning in Ajah, Lagos, with intruders claiming orders from traditional rulers like Oba Rilwan Akiolu and Oba Olumegbon, though police could not verify this. Police arrived after distress calls, arrested several suspects, and restored order while launching investigations into the damage and claims. No motive is confirmed yet, amid speculation of land disputes involving traditional landowners, and residents called for stronger security in gated communities.

Updated: Oca 26, 2026 17:44 UTC
Crime Oba Palm City Estate, Ajah, Lagos Attack on Palm City Estate

Kurdish Family Massacre Shadows Syria Ceasefire on Day One

News

A father assured gunmen his family carried no weapons or politics, only to watch them order the adults killed right there at a checkpoint.

Summary

On January 18, 2026—the day interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa announced a ceasefire—gunmen at a checkpoint near Abu Khashab village executed six adults from a fleeing 12-member Kurdish family from Raqqa, including 50-year-old Mohammed Ismail Salih and his wife Sara. Survivors like Shirin Mohammed Salih, shot in the back, sent heartbreaking voice messages pleading for help as her children were held. The attack, verified by human rights monitors, came amid al-Sharaa's truce with Kurdish-led forces, yet further violations like artillery strikes followed, testing fragile peace as Kurds fear ethnic targeting.

Updated: Oca 26, 2026 13:49 UTC
Crime Ahmad al-Jolani Mohammad Ismail Saleh Sara Shahin Saleh Youssef Mohammad Saleh Layla Mohammad Saleh Afin Mohammad Saleh Mahmoud Ahmad Saleh Shirin Mohammad Saleh Abu Khashab Raqqa Hasakah Deir ez-Zor Hospital Massacre at Abu Khashab checkpoint

Jocelyn Nungaray Case Fuels Renewed Border Policy Outrage

News

Jocelyn Nungaray, a 12-year-old who loved animals, was brutally murdered in Houston in June 2024. Her story, now resurfacing, highlights deep pain for her family and sharp divides over U.S. border security.

Summary

Two Venezuelan nationals, Franklin Jose Peña Ramos and Johan Jose Rangel Martinez, face capital murder charges with the death penalty sought after allegedly sexually assaulting and strangling Jocelyn, whose body was found in a creek. Both had entered the U.S. illegally earlier that year—one released after crossing, the other paroled via an app—and the case remains pending with pretrial hearings set for January 2026. Jocelyn's mother spoke at the 2025 Republican National Convention and met President-elect Trump, leading to a wildlife refuge near Houston renamed in her daughter's honor. The renewed discussion contrasts her story with other victims and questions media and political responses to immigration enforcement.

Updated: Oca 26, 2026 06:14 UTC
Crime Tren de Aragua Jocelyn Nungaray Johan Jose Martinez-Rangel Franklin Jose Peña Ramos Houston, Texas North Houston

Thousands Rally in Chakdara for Imran Khan's Release Led by KP Chief Minister

News

Crowds filled the streets of Chakdara, waving green flags and chanting for freedom, as KP Chief Minister Muhammad Sohail Afridi stood atop a vehicle to rally support for jailed PTI leader Imran Khan.

Summary

On Sunday, thousands gathered in Chakdara, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, for a major PTI rally demanding the release of former Prime Minister Imran Khan, who has been detained in Adiala Jail for over 900 days since August 2023. Afridi, a close Khan ally appointed KP chief minister in October 2025, highlighted the massive turnout as proof of Khan's enduring popularity amid claims of political persecution, including UN-noted concerns over solitary confinement. The peaceful event, part of PTI's 'Street Movement,' featured long convoys from Swat and Malakand, with PTI framing it as a democratic push while Khan's convictions remain under appeal.

Updated: Oca 26, 2026 00:48 UTC
Politics Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Sohail Afridi Imran Khan Chakdara Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Swat Malakand Adiala Jail Rawalpindi #سٹریٹ_مومنٹ_خیبرپختونخوا

Al-Ahli Fans Rally in Green for Crucial Al-Ettifaq Clash

Sports

Al-Ahli supporters are calling on every fan to flood Jeddah's Alinma Stadium with green flags and chants ahead of Wednesday's key Saudi Pro League match.

Summary

Al-Ahli sit second in the 2025/26 standings after a 3-0 win over Neom SC, staying close to leaders Al-Hilal with stars like Riyad Mahrez and Ruben Neves driving their title push. Fans are urging a massive turnout of over 50,000 at the 60,000-capacity venue on January 28 at 17:30 UTC, where mid-table Al-Ettifaq visits in a rematch of their earlier draw. Sharing clips of past tifos, pyrotechnics, and roaring crowds from 1937 banners, supporters aim to turn the stadium into a green sea and spark the championship charge.

Updated: Oca 25, 2026 23:44 UTC
Soccer Al-Ahli SC Al-Ahli SC

Uyajola 9/9 Episode Sparks Cheating Chaos and Viewer Laughs

Entertainment

Khulina called in Jub Jub's crew to catch her partner cheating, leading to spilled groceries, fierce Xhosa women standing tall, and total showdown mayhem.

Summary

On Moja Love Channel 157, host Molemo 'Jub Jub' Maarohanye ran a sting operation for suspicious partner Khulina, exposing infidelity in a night of heated confrontations and brawls. Viewers tuned in at 21:00 and 21:30 SAST, sharing memes of Jub Jub's faces, shirtless snack sessions with braai meats and pap, and quips like 'After God, fear men.' Many called the relationship toxic and cheered the raw drama that keeps Mzansi hooked on these Sunday exposes.

Updated: Oca 25, 2026 23:07 UTC
Movies & TV Uyajola 99.9 Jub Jub Uyajola 99.9 Episode

Bandits Kidnap 163 Churchgoers and Baptist Pastor with Daughters in Kaduna

News

Gunmen stormed Sunday services in Kurmin Wali, beating villagers and marching over 160 worshippers—including children and the elderly—into the bush, leaving families in terror.

Summary

On January 18, 2026, armed assailants raided three churches in Nigeria's Kaduna State, abducting 172 people from Evangelical Church Winning All and Cherubim and Seraphim Movement services; nine escaped, leaving about 163 captives. Hours later, bandits shot their way into Baptist pastor Daniel Bagama's home in nearby Tudun Bussa, taking him and his three daughters. Kaduna police initially denied the Kurmin Wali incident but confirmed it after verification, launching rescues as bandits demanded ransom for stolen motorcycles and captives; the governor visited, promising action amid ongoing bandit violence in the region.

Updated: Oca 25, 2026 18:54 UTC
Crime Fulani bandits Uba Sani Southern Kaduna political rally

Nigerian Woman Abroad Mourns Friend's Alleged Kidnapping in Abuja

News

Tears streaming down her face, a Nigerian woman abroad shared WhatsApp messages detailing her friend Lovette's heartbreaking abduction and death after an unpaid ₦100 million ransom.

Summary

In a widely shared video, the woman broke down while recounting how Lovette was kidnapped two weeks ago en route to Abuja, expressing her own exhaustion from life abroad amid Nigeria's insecurity under President Tinubu. No independent verification of the case has surfaced, though it echoes broader fears tied to notorious routes like Abuja-Kaduna and recent incidents, including the January 18 abduction of 160-177 churchgoers in Kaduna State. President Tinubu condemned the attacks and ordered security reinforcements, but critics highlight persistent underreporting and stalled rescues, deepening diaspora reluctance to return home.

Updated: Oca 25, 2026 17:45 UTC
Crime National Youth Service Corps Abeokuta Abuja NYSC orientation camp

Iran Mourners Play Wedding Music at Protest Victims' Funerals

News

In the shadow of fresh graves, black-clad crowds clap and sway to upbeat wedding tunes, turning funerals into bold stands against oppression.

Summary

Amid a deadly crackdown on anti-government protests that erupted in late December 2025 over inflation and food shortages, families in cities like Arak are defying Islamic mourning rituals by playing joyful music and chanting 'death to the dictator' at victims' funerals. Videos show mourners honoring people like Farzaneh Tavakkoli, killed on January 22, with dances and photos amid flowers, rejecting the regime's somber traditions. Security forces have killed thousands—state media reports 3,117 total deaths, while activists estimate over 5,000 protesters—with funerals now doubling as rallies signaling no surrender.

Updated: Oca 25, 2026 01:26 UTC
News Politics Sina Haghshenas Farzaneh Tavakkoli Arak Mashhad northern Iran

Lagos Woman's Plea on X Leads to Swift Police Rescue

News

Locked in a room at No. 26 Unity Road, Alakuko, a woman messaged for help as her baby's father threatened her life. Her urgent plea quickly rallied a community response.

Summary

Yemi Hazan shared screenshots of direct messages from @mollypweetydams around 3:35 p.m. Saturday, prompting X users to contact Alakuko police. By 5:42 p.m., officers arrived after the man broke down the door and assaulted her, arresting him and taking both to the station. Hazan confirmed visible bruises and witnesses, with Molly now reported safe amid calls for better emergency services in Nigeria.

Updated: Oca 25, 2026 00:02 UTC
Crime Alakuko Police Station mollypweetydams Alakuko, Lagos

Shia Communities Celebrate Imam Zayn al-Abidin's Birth Anniversary

Other

Vibrant images of ornate Arabic calligraphy and fireworks lit up feeds as believers marked the birth of Imam Zayn al-Abidin on January 24, 2026.

Summary

Shia communities honored the fourth Imam, Ali ibn al-Husayn, born around 659 CE in Medina and the sole adult male survivor of the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE. Posts featured nasheeds, quotes on his devotion to prayer and resistance to oppression, and congratulations to Imam Mahdi and Ahl al-Bayt followers. His legacy endures in Sahifa al-Sajjadiyya, 54 supplications known as the Psalms of Islam, inspiring worldwide majalis, prayers, and family gatherings that connect believers to his piety amid hardship.

Updated: Oca 24, 2026 20:44 UTC
Religion Imam Zain ul Abidin Imam Ali ibn al-Hussain Imam Mahdi Imam Hussain Birth anniversary of Imam Zain ul Abidin

ICE Newark Arrests Joel Carmona Roa, Dominican Republic Native Wanted in Spain for Child Sexual Assault, in Woodbridge, New Jersey

News

Summary

Joel Carmona Roa, a citizen of Spain from the Dominican Republic, entered the U.S. via the Visa Waiver Program and overstayed his authorization. ICE Newark arrested him during a targeted operation on Woodbridge Center Drive in Woodbridge, New Jersey. He is an international fugitive wanted in Spain for sexually assaulting a child.

Updated: Oca 24, 2026 20:28 UTC
Crime ICE Newark Joel Carmona Roa Woodbridge, New Jersey Woodbridge Center Drive

Delivery Rider's Alert Leads to Quick Manhole Cover Replacement on CFC Flyover

News

Riding over Port Harcourt's busy CFC Flyover, Oron Godswill Edwin spotted a gaping sewer pit where a manhole cover should have been—and knew he had to act fast.

Summary

On January 22, Edwin filmed a warning about the missing cover on the elevated road in Rivers State, Nigeria, sharing it online where it drew thousands of views. He returned the next day with a handmade sign from scrap wood to alert drivers. By January 24, the Rivers State Ministry of Works replaced it, prompting praise for Edwin, a 2022 mass communication graduate, and outrage over thefts driven by scrap metal sales amid economic hardship.

Updated: Oca 24, 2026 16:09 UTC
Crime Port Harcourt Abuja Ikeja

Ashtine Olviga Shines at BRGY S2S Event in Batangas City

Entertainment

Crowds roared as Ashtine Olviga arrived at Brgy. Wawa Covered Court, beaming with Dunkin' Donuts boxes and flowers from fans, her smile lighting up the free community bash.

Summary

The 26-year-old actress and singer, star of *Ang Mutya ng Section E*, joined special guests at Converge's Surf2Sawa promotional event, filled with games, prizes, and fun from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. Her devoted fans—Shines, Ashlings, and AshDres—pushed 'ASHTINE CONNECTS TO BRGYS2S' to the top trend in the Philippines with colorful graphics, affirmations, and chants. Videos show packed bleachers, eager kids waving, and Ashtine glowing as a crowd favorite, highlighting her rising stardom from P-pop to 2 million Instagram followers.

Updated: Oca 24, 2026 15:22 UTC
Celebrity Brgy S2S Ashtine Olviga Batangas Brgy S2S show

Video Shows 12-Year-Old Boy Wounded by Pellets in Iran Protests

News

A 12-year-old boy from Iran's Kurdistan province sits indoors, his face, eye, neck, and arm raw from pellet wounds after security forces allegedly shot him at close range during protests.

Summary

Activists say Taher Malekshahi was hit less than a meter away on January 8, 2026, in Qorveh amid nationwide unrest sparked by inflation, food prices, and currency collapse that began in late December 2025. The video spread via Iranian dissidents, with protests hitting over 100 cities before a total internet blackout and reports of mass arrests, hospital raids, and shootings of children and bystanders. Death tolls range from 5,000 verified by officials to over 40,000 claimed by activists, as rights groups document a militarized crackdown and state media blames foreign agents.

Updated: Oca 24, 2026 02:04 UTC
News Politics Basij IRGC Taher Malekshahi Qorveh, Kurdistan Province, Iran protests in Qorveh

Sara Taseer Sparks Debate on X over 'Allah Hafiz' vs 'Khuda Hafiz' in Pakistan, Citing Faiz Ahmad Faiz

Other

Summary

Sara Taseer questioned the shift from 'Khuda Hafiz' to 'Allah Hafiz' in Pakistan, claiming the latter mixes Arabic and Persian words without proper order and referencing her grand uncle Faiz Ahmad Faiz. Users corrected her, noting 'Hafiz' is an Arabic word meaning protector or one of Allah's names, borrowed into Persian and Urdu. The discussion highlighted linguistic origins, cultural shifts during the Zia era, and preferences for one greeting over the other among Sufis and others.

Updated: Oca 24, 2026 01:58 UTC
Religion Sara Taseer Faiz Ahmad Faiz Pakistan

Shia Muslims Celebrate Hazrat Abbas Birth Anniversary

Other

Today, Shia communities light up with tributes to Hazrat Abbas, the brave standard-bearer whose loyalty in Karbala still moves hearts worldwide.

Summary

On January 23, 2026—the 4th of Shaban—Shia Muslims honor the birth of Hazrat Abbas ibn Ali, half-brother of Imam Hussain, born around 647 CE in Medina to Imam Ali and Umm al-Banin. His legacy centers on the Battle of Karbala in 680 CE, where he fought thirstily to fetch water for his camp, losing both arms before martyrdom, symbolizing courage and devotion. Pilgrims visit his grand shrine in Karbala, Iraq, next to Imam Hussain's, while gatherings feature prayers, poetry, and artwork shared online, from glowing shrine photos to verses calling him the 'Moon of Banu Hashim.'

Updated: Oca 23, 2026 23:50 UTC
Religion Islam Hazrat Abbas ibn Ali Imam Hussain Birth anniversary of Hazrat Abbas ibn Ali

Reza Pahlavi Calls for Unified Demands Amid Iran's Deadly Protests

News

Ali Rahbar, a 33-year-old fitness coach from Mashhad, was arrested and executed by hanging on January 22, one of thousands caught in Iran's crackdown on economic protests.

Summary

Reza Pahlavi, son of Iran's last shah, urged expatriates to rally around six demands, including sanctions on the regime's oil fleet, Starlink access, and weakening the Revolutionary Guard Corps. Protests erupted December 28, 2025, after the rial's record low fueled outrage over prices and corruption; authorities responded with martial law, internet blackouts, and lethal force, with death tolls reported from 3,117 by state media to over 43,000 by rights groups. The UN Human Rights Council ordered an urgent probe into the repression during a Geneva session, as U.S. sanctions hit shadow fleet vessels and President Trump deployed warships nearby.

Updated: Oca 23, 2026 22:09 UTC
News Sports Islamic regime in Iran Ali Rahbar Mashhad anti-regime protests

ANP Supporters Fill Charsadda Streets for Bacha Khan Week Rally

News

Red flags waved high as thousands packed Charsadda's streets, honoring Bacha Khan's legacy of peace in his hometown.

Summary

The grand rally capped Bacha Khan Week 2026, marking the 38th death anniversary of Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan on January 20, 1988, and nearing the 20th anniversary of his son Wali Khan's passing on January 26, 2006. ANP leaders like Mian Iftikhar Hussain and Aimal Wali Khan spoke to the massive crowd, pledging to carry forward the non-violent Khudai Khidmatgar ideals and Pashtun rights amid PTI's provincial dominance. Supporters chanted slogans in a peaceful gathering, calling it a 'red revolution' that showed the party's strong grassroots hold in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.

Updated: Oca 23, 2026 19:41 UTC
Politics Awami National Party Bacha Khan Wali Khan Baba Aimal Wali Khan Ameer Haider Khan Hoti Charsadda Bacha Khan Week

Olóyè T.D Esq Labels Four Individuals 'Four Junketeers' in Viral Post on Betrayal and Gun Access

News

Summary

A viral post by Olóyè T.D Esq dubbed four individuals as 'Four Junketeers,' sparking online discussions about betrayal by close friends. Users warned against sharing guns with mentally unstable friends and emphasized recognizing signs of unhealthy relationships. Comments highlighted that harm often comes from those closest, with references to a mentally unstable friend, a crazy bishop, and a father with similar issues.

Updated: Oca 23, 2026 19:23 UTC
News Crime Olóyè T.D Esq

Police Rescue Delivery Man from Daylight Kidnap Attempt in Gurgaon

News

A delivery worker screamed for help as men beat him with sticks and tried dragging him into a van amid heavy traffic. Quick-thinking police nearby stopped the attack cold.

Summary

The assault stemmed from a financial dispute: suspect Jaybir claimed the victim stole Rs 6.5 lakh from his car in 2024 after a truck sale, and they tracked him down to force repayment. An emergency response team intervened on Southern Peripheral Road, rescuing the man and arresting Jaybir, a 26-year-old transport businessman from Bhiwani, and Aman, a 21-year-old salesman. Video of the chaos spread widely online, with many expressing shock at bystander inaction and praising the police for preventing a kidnapping.

Updated: Oca 23, 2026 18:48 UTC
Crime Jaiveer Aman Gurugram, Haryana

Man Acquitted by Insanity Kills Three Tourists in Florida Shooting

News

Three friends from the Midwest arrived in Florida for a car auction, only to be gunned down outside their rental by the neighbor next door.

Summary

Ahmad Jihad Bojeh, 29, faces three first-degree murder charges in the January 17 deaths of Douglas Kraft, 68, Robert Kraft, 70, and James Puchan, 68, who were visiting Kissimmee for the Mecum auction when their car broke down. Authorities found the men shot multiple times outside their Airbnb; Bojeh, living next door, was arrested soon after with two handguns under his bed. Previously acquitted of attempted murder by reason of insanity in 2021 and released on outpatient treatment conditions in 2022, Bojeh fell out of compliance due to unaffordable care costs, prompting criticism from officials like State Attorney Monique Worrell, who called it a system failure, and Florida AG James Uthmeier, who faulted prosecutors for not pushing for hospital commitment. The sheriff described the attack as premeditated with no known motive, renewing questions about insanity pleas and oversight.

Updated: Oca 23, 2026 11:14 UTC
Crime State Attorney's Office Monique Worrell Jihad Bojeh

Alianza Lima Suspends Three Players Amid Sexual Assault Allegations Before Messi Friendly

Sports

A 22-year-old woman filed a police complaint against three key Alianza Lima players, forcing the club to act just days before their big anniversary match against Messi's Inter Miami.

Summary

Alianza Lima indefinitely suspended national team stars Carlos Zambrano, Miguel Trauco, and Sergio Peña following allegations of sexual violence at a Montevideo hotel on January 18. The club launched internal proceedings and pledged cooperation with Uruguayan and Argentine authorities, while furious fans stormed the training ground at Estadio Alejandro Villanueva, confronting teammates. The scandal overshadows Saturday's Noche Blanquiazul friendly at 8 p.m. local time, with Inter Miami staying silent as ticket sales continue despite calls from some fans to cancel.

Updated: Oca 23, 2026 03:17 UTC
Sports Alianza Lima Inter Miami Zambrano Trauco Peña Hyatt Hotel, Montevideo, Uruguay Matute stadium preseason friendly match against Inter Miami Alianza Lima Inter Miami

Majida Issa Returns as La Diabla in Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso Season 4

Entertainment

In a live video packed with drama, Majida Issa chopped her long hair into La Diabla's fierce short red bob, cigarette in hand and glare on point—fans instantly shouted 'La reina está de vuelta!'

Summary

The Colombian actress reprises her role as the seductive drug lord Yésica Beltrán in Telemundo's revived telenovela, picking up after season two and ignoring the spin-off's fiery end. Filming is underway in Colombia with stars like Carmen Villalobos and Gregorio Pernía, plus new addition Elizabeth Gutiérrez, aiming for a premiere later this year first in Mexico then Colombia and the U.S. Issa teased 'Amor con amor se paga,' hinting at Diabla's vengeful schemes against Catalina and El Titi's new life, delighting fans with comeback theories and memes.

Updated: Oca 23, 2026 03:04 UTC
Movies & TV Telemundo Majida Issa Sin Senos Sí Hay Paraíso

Alleged Ballot Stuffing Disrupts Jinja City Polling Stations

News

Voters at Kibibi Polling Station watched in shock as supporters seized ballot papers and pre-marked them for their candidate before fleeing.

Summary

During Thursday's local elections in Uganda's Jinja City, a group linked to the ruling NRM allegedly stormed Kibibi Polling Station, stole ballots, and marked them for mayoral candidate Abdulhafid Nagaya, as captured in video by an NTV reporter. Presiding officer John Tiwaaku reported the assault on him and voters, while Returning Officer Flavia Nakasi confirmed a police probe amid similar clashes nearby. The mayoral race features incumbent Peter Kasolo Okocha, Nagaya, and NUP's Mubarak Kirunda, set against low turnout and broader election violence like arrests in Ntungamo.

Updated: Oca 22, 2026 22:40 UTC
Elections NTV News Godfrey Masiko Kibibi Polling Station Budondo Sub-County Jinja City Jinja City mayoral race

Sumbul Touqeer Khan Launches Debut Music Video as Producer

Entertainment

Sumbul Touqeer Khan stepped onto the red carpet in a sharp black outfit, launching her first music video while singing and producing for her new banner.

Summary

The 22-year-old TV star from Imlie and Bigg Boss 16 debuted Aaj Sach Bolungi at a Mumbai event, a family project where she produces, sings, and stars. Her father wrote the lyrics from his ghazal collection, her sister Saniya provides vocals, and director Samarpan Lama handles the visuals blending haunting greens, shadows, and a call for truth against injustice. Fans praised the bold storytelling and performances, with supporters like Shiv Thakare attending and social media filling with goosebump reactions to the heartfelt track.

Updated: Oca 22, 2026 21:46 UTC
Music STKSparkProduction Sumbul Touqeer Khan Samarpan Aaj Sach Bolungi

Nigerian Police Confirm Abduction of 166 Christian Worshippers in Kaduna Churches

News

Gunmen burst into three Sunday church services in a remote Nigerian village, herding over 160 worshippers into the bush as families watched in horror.

Summary

The attack hit two Cherubim and Seraphim churches and one ECWA congregation in Kurmin Wali on January 18, 2026; police initially denied it but confirmed by Tuesday that at least 166 remain captive after nine escaped. Kaduna Governor Uba Sani visited families, vowed rescues, and called for a local military base while bandits demanded N29 million for lost motorcycles. The incident highlights ongoing banditry in Nigeria's north-central region, where faith-based violence claims 72% of global Christian killings according to Open Doors' 2026 report.

Updated: Oca 22, 2026 21:32 UTC
Politics Southern Kaduna Peoples Union (SOKAPU) Engr. Samuel Tabara Uba Sani Kurmin Wali, Kajuru LGA, Kaduna State Kurmin Wali Crisis

Aasma Aasma Song Drops from Do Deewane Seher Mein

Entertainment

Siddhant Chaturvedi and Mrunal Thakur soar through blue skies and misty forests in the dreamy first song from their upcoming romantic drama.

Summary

The tender track 'Aasma Aasma,' sung by Jubin Nautiyal and Neeti Mohan with music by Hesham Abdul Wahab, captures modern love through the stars' intimate glances and ring exchanges. Directed by Ravi Udyawar and produced by Sanjay Leela Bhansali, the film tells an 'imperfectly perfect' city love story inspired by the 1977 classic 'Do Deewane Sheher Mein.' Trade analyst Joginder Tuteja praised its 'melody... bliss,' while fans call the pair 'refreshing and vulnerable.' It hits theaters February 20, 2026, just in time for Valentine's Week.

Updated: Oca 22, 2026 14:55 UTC
Music Sanjay Leela Bhansali Siddhant Chaturvedi Mrunal Thakur Hesham Abdul Wahab Jubin Nautiyal Neeti Mohan Ravi Udyawar Release of 'Aasma Aasma' song

Animal Caregiver Sushmita Hospitalized After Alleged Mob Attack in Jamshedpur

News

Sushmita lies in a hospital bed, hooked to an IV under a red blanket, after a crowd reportedly confronted her for feeding stray dogs at her residential complex.

Summary

On January 20 at Navjeevan Complex in Birsa Nagar, Jamshedpur, Sushmita, known for caring for stray dogs, faced an alleged mob attack, leaving her hospitalized. Activists shared hospital photos and CCTV footage of the crowd near vehicles, demanding justice and tagging officials, amid claims of no police response or FIR. The incident ties into national stray dog tensions, with recent Supreme Court hearings questioning feeder liability for bites and setting a next date for January 28, as India balances compassion for strays with public safety concerns.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 22:50 UTC
Crime Jamshedpur police Sushmita Navjeevan Complex, Birsa Nagar, Jamshedpur, Jharkhand mob attack at Navjeevan Complex

Ogun State Halts Awujale Selection Process Again Amid Tensions

News

The revered Awujale stool sits vacant after Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona's passing, but petitions and security concerns have paused the selection of his successor for a second time.

Summary

Ogun State suspended the nomination process for a new Awujale of Ijebuland on January 20, following over 90 aspirants from the Fusengbuwa Ruling House, including Fuji star KWAM 1 who petitioned over his exclusion. The decision, based on security reports and allegations of irregularities, directs kingmakers to await government directives while the Department of State Services summons nominees. Heavy security surrounds the palace as stakeholders navigate rising tensions, with no resumption timeline set.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 21:35 UTC
Politics Ogun State Government Ijebu-Ode Local Government Area Fusengbuwa Ruling House Dare Alebiosun Ijebuland Ijebu-Ode Selection Process for New Awujale of Ijebuland

Nigeria's Minister Surprises Passport Offices with On-Site Rebuke

News

Nigeria's Interior Minister Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo walked into passport offices unannounced, catching officers mid-shift and calling out delays right there amid desks and waiting families.

Summary

On January 20, Tunji-Ojo visited Gwagwalada and Sauka offices in Abuja, urging staff to respect applicants, streamline processes, and stop extra fees after online payments. Since 2023, he has cleared over 200,000 backlogs, automated services to end racketeering, and sped processing to 2-3 weeks. The visit drew praise for accountability alongside questions about staging from a visible microphone, as some applicants still report issues elsewhere.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 19:25 UTC
Politics Nigeria's Interior Ministry Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo Gwagwalada Passport Office Gwagwalada surprise inspection of Gwagwalada Passport Office

Security Forces Defuse 6kg IED in Shopian Orchard Before Republic Day

News

In a quiet orchard in Shopian, security forces uncovered a hidden danger—a 6kg improvised explosive device buried under branches and soil.

Summary

During a search in Awneera village, Zainapora area of south Kashmir's Shopian district, a bomb disposal squad safely destroyed the device in a controlled explosion on Wednesday. No one was hurt, and the recovery came just days before Republic Day on January 26, when security ramps up across Kashmir due to attack fears. Shopian, a known militancy hotspot, sees frequent IED plantings targeting forces or civilians, and this swift action underscores ongoing vigilance with cordon-and-search operations continuing.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 19:08 UTC
News Crime Security Forces Awneera Zainapora, Shopian District, Jammu and Kashmir IED Detection and Neutralization

Security Forces Defuse IED in Shopian Orchard Ahead of Republic Day

News

During a routine patrol in a quiet orchard, security teams spotted a buried threat and swiftly neutralized it, ensuring no one was harmed.

Summary

On Tuesday, a joint team of security personnel in Shopian district's Awneera village discovered an improvised explosive device hidden in a pit amid branches and soil. A bomb disposal squad defused it safely, with no injuries reported, as part of heightened vigilance five days before Republic Day on January 26. Authorities across Jammu and Kashmir have ramped up patrols, checkpoints, and surveillance in areas like Srinagar and major highways, while senior officers like DGP Nalin Prabhat reviewed anti-terror operations and event preparations to maintain peace during the national celebrations.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 18:42 UTC
News Crime Security Forces Awneera Zainapora, Shopian District, Jammu and Kashmir

ASHA Workers Protest in Kolkata for Higher Pay and Job Security

News

Thousands of mostly female ASHA health workers filled Kolkata's streets, chanting for a fixed salary of Rs 15,000 after serving on the frontlines during COVID-19.

Summary

On Wednesday, around 70,000 ASHA workers across West Bengal demanded their monthly honorarium rise from Rs 5,250 to Rs 15,000, plus holidays, job security, health insurance, and family compensation for the deceased. Protests at Esplanade, Sealdah, and Swasthya Bhawan met heavy police barricades, detentions at train stations, and clashes as workers tried to reach the health headquarters. One worker shared, 'We will continue our protest until our demand is met,' highlighting grievances over low pay amid rising costs and essential duties like vaccinations and maternal health checks. Political tensions rose with BJP accusing Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of suppressing the women, while the TMC government urged talks amid ongoing sit-ins.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 15:50 UTC
News Politics West Bengal Government Kolkata Sealdah Esplanade Swastha Bhawan ASHA Workers Protest

Farah Pahlavi Calls for Global Day of Mourning for Iran's Protest Victims

News

Farah Pahlavi, Iran's exiled empress, remembers young lives like 19-year-old Raha, who posted 'Woman, Life, Freedom' hours before security forces shot her in Tehran's streets.

Summary

On January 23, Pahlavi urges Iranians worldwide to hold one minute of silence at noon local time to honor thousands killed in the regime's crackdown on protests that erupted in late December 2025 over economic woes and demands for change. Security forces unleashed mass shootings from January 8 amid an internet blackout, with rights groups confirming hundreds of deaths and opposition estimates reaching 12,000 to 20,000, including summary executions. Raha Bohloulipour, a University of Tehran student dreaming of Italy, symbolizes the uprising's youth; shot in Fatemi Square, her final Telegram message captured the protesters' cry. Pahlavi's call aligns with a UN session, as her son Reza vows accountability and protests persist.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 13:52 UTC
News Politics University of Tehran Raha Bohloulipour Zahra Bohloulipour Tehran Firuzabad Iranian protests

Iran Faces Accusations of Massacring Thousands in Brutal Protest Crackdown

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Nineteen-year-old Raha Bohlulipour dreamed of studying abroad and posted 'Woman, Life, Freedom' in her final moments before security forces shot her on January 9.

Summary

Protests erupted across Iran in late December 2025 over economic collapse, quickly turning into anti-government unrest that drew a fierce response from security forces starting January 8, including live fire and an internet blackout. Death tolls range from an official 5,000 to doctors' estimates of 16,500 killed and 330,000 injured, with exiled leaders like Reza and Farah Pahlavi rallying global mourning on January 23. The UN Human Rights Council schedules a special session that day in Geneva amid U.S. sanctions and opposition calls for regime change, while authorities blame foreign agents and threaten executions.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 06:53 UTC
Politics Iranian Regime Forces Farah Pahlavi Bandar Abbas Nationwide Iranian Uprising

2-Year-Old Boy Found Safe After Car Theft Kidnapping in Colorado Springs

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A frantic search gripped Colorado Springs when thieves stole a car with a 2-year-old boy strapped in the back seat. Just hours later, little Giovani was safe.

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On January 20, 2026, police issued an alert after a black 2021 Kia Seltos was stolen from King Street Apartments around 2:43 p.m., with Giovani Salazar-President inside, last seen in a black jacket, tan sweater, navy sweatpants, and burgundy Vans. The Colorado Bureau of Investigation activated an Amber Alert before 11 p.m., describing an unknown male suspect. Less than an hour later, authorities announced Giovani had been located safely, deactivating the alert by 12:30 a.m. Police thanked the community for their quick vigilance, though details on the recovery remain undisclosed.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 03:54 UTC
Crime Colorado Springs Police Department Giovani Salazar-President Colorado Springs King Street kidnapping

Sajeeb Wazed Defends Hasina's Legacy in Rare Interview Before Bangladesh Elections

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From Washington, D.C., Sajeeb Wazed Joy spoke out for the first time ahead of Bangladesh's polls, standing up for his mother's choices during the deadly 2024 protests that ended her rule.

Summary

In the Al Jazeera interview, Wazed denied that ousted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina ordered killings during the student-led uprising that killed around 1,400, mostly unarmed civilians, according to UN reports. He called leaked audio of her authorizing lethal force 'out of context' and aimed at armed militants, while conceding her government mishandled the situation. With Awami League banned from the February 12, 2026 elections and Hasina facing extradition from India, Wazed warned of unrest without his party's participation, claiming strong public support amid the nation's deep divisions.

Updated: Oca 21, 2026 02:50 UTC
Politics Al Jazeera Awami League Sajeeb Wazed Joy Sheikh Hasina Bangladesh July-August quota reform movement

Islamabad High Court Restores Bail for Rights Lawyers Amid Arrest Push

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Human rights lawyers Imaan Zainab Mazari-Hazir and Hadi Ali Chattha walked into court fearing a trap, with police shadowing them even into restrooms.

Summary

The Islamabad High Court on Tuesday restored pre-arrest bail for the couple in a PECA case over alleged inflammatory social media posts, overturning a lower court's cancellation for their failure to appear for cross-examination. Justice Muhammad Azam Khan ordered them to complete it within days and barred arrests meanwhile, hours after police invoked a 2023 FIR accusing them of attacking officers at a peaceful Baloch protest—which they call fabricated. Bar leaders formed a human cordon at their office to shield them, as supporters decried it as repression against defenders of marginalized groups, while critics cited procedural delays and promotion of proscribed narratives.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 23:34 UTC
Politics Allama Raja Nasir Abbas Imaan Mazari Hadi Ali Chattha press conference

Tributes Honor Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan on 38th Death Anniversary

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On January 20, 1988, Khan Abdul Ghaffar Khan passed away, leaving a legacy of non-violence that still draws admirers from India and Pakistan to honor him today.

Summary

Known as the Frontier Gandhi, Khan founded the non-violent Khudai Khidmatgar movement in 1929, mobilizing tens of thousands of Pashtuns against British rule through peaceful protests and civil disobedience. He spent over 30 years in prison, opposed partition, and built hundreds of schools emphasizing education for all, including girls. This year, Indian leaders like Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge called him a beacon of peace, while in Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, activists held events at Bacha Khan Markaz, celebrating his simplicity and resolve across borders.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 21:24 UTC
Politics Khudai Khidmatgars Bacha Khan Bacha Khan Week 2026

First Lady Backs Free Clubfoot Treatment for Sindh Children

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In a heartfelt meeting at Aiwan-e-Sadr, First Lady Aseefa Bhutto Zardari heard stories of children from rural Sindh finally walking freely after treatment.

Summary

Dr. Shahzad Shafiq Musavi briefed her on Prime Hospital Healthcare Facility's program, which has assessed over 1,621 children and successfully treated 252 with free diagnosis, surgery, and camps in underdeveloped Sindh areas. Clubfoot affects 6,000 to 7,500 Pakistani children yearly, often leading to lifelong disability without early care like casting or bracing. Aseefa praised the effort, saying timely medical access enables dignified lives, and pledged full support to eradicate the condition, joined by Senator Sherry Rehman and others.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 21:24 UTC
Health & Fitness Prime Hospital Healthcare Facility Aseefa Bhutto Zardari Shahzad Shafiq Musavi Aiwan-e-Sadr Sindh

Iran Protests Spark Backlash Against Ethnic Federalism Push

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Amid deadly crackdowns on massive protests, an Austrian activist's podcast calling for Iran's breakup has drawn sharp rejection from opposition voices craving unity.

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Günther Fehlinger-Jahn hosted a January 19 podcast interviewing Ahwazi activist Kamal Alush Shoka, advocating a U.S.-style federal model or even 'ExIran' disintegration into ethnic states like Ahwaz, Kurdistan, and Baluchistan. Pro-unity figures like Shiva Shabani and Reza Pahlavi's supporters dismissed the idea, stressing Iran's territorial integrity, secular democracy, and a post-regime referendum to decide the future. Protests erupting late 2025 have unified diverse groups chanting for Pahlavi, despite separatists highlighting minority grievances and disputed death tolls exceeding 3,400 verified killings.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 21:00 UTC
Politics Ahwazi Arabs Reza Pahlavi Günter Fehlinger Iran

Igbo Farmer in Osun Alleges Ethnic Harassment and Theft

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Tears streaming down her face, an Igbo woman in Nigeria's Osun State pleads on video about locals invading her farmland, stealing equipment worth over ₦10 million, and blocking her market sales due to her ethnicity.

Summary

In a video posted January 20, the unnamed farmer describes repeated attacks since acquiring her land, including a stolen generator and ignored police reports tied to her non-indigene status. Replies split sharply: some call it tribal bullying and demand intervention, while others see routine farm theft common across Nigeria, with no verified ethnic link. As Osun police and Governor Adeleke's office stay silent, the claims highlight tensions where economic disputes risk deepening ethnic divides.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 20:47 UTC
Crime Osun State Police Osun State

Tattooed Inmates in El Salvador's CECOT Prison Spark U.S. Deportation Debate

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A stark photo of tattooed men packed behind bars in El Salvador's mega-prison has people questioning U.S. deportations of Venezuelans accused of gang ties.

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The image from CECOT, El Salvador's Terrorism Confinement Center opened in 2023, shows inmates with tattoos like clocks and stars that critics say mark innocents, not Tren de Aragua gang members. In 2025, the U.S. sent 238 Venezuelans there after Venezuela refused them; many had no criminal records, faced harsh conditions, and were later released in a swap. While Bukele's crackdown slashed homicides to 1.3 per 100,000 in 2025 with 90% approval, human rights groups estimate 15-30% of detainees lack gang links, fueling divides over safety versus due process.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 20:47 UTC
Politics CECOT Nayib Bukele El Salvador

Oyo Assembly Acts on House Agent Extortion Complaints

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Young people in Ibadan shared raw stories of agents demanding fees that dwarf annual rent, turning simple house hunts into financial nightmares.

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At a January 19 stakeholders' meeting in Ibadan, Oyo State House Speaker Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin pledged a bill to regulate house agents after youths detailed extortion like excessive commissions and caution deposits. A special committee is now drafting measures such as capping fees at 3-5% of annual rent, requiring registration, banning caution fees, and limiting rent hikes to one-year notice. The bill aims for Governor Seyi Makinde's assent by March 2026, with Ogundoyin already briefing him on the reforms to restore fairness in housing.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 20:03 UTC
Politics Oyo State Agency for Youth Development Hon. Jesugbemi Oyo State Ibadan

Taxi Driver Shot Dead by Passenger in Accra Dispute

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A taxi driver's night shift ended in tragedy when a female passenger fired shots during an argument, leaving him slumped over the wheel amid a shocked crowd.

Summary

The incident happened around 11:16 p.m. on January 19 near Tetegu Overhead in Accra's Ga South Municipality, after a dispute inside the red-and-yellow taxi escalated. Witnesses say the woman shot the driver in the rib and shoulder, tried to flee, but was hit by a passing vehicle and arrested by police. Videos captured the chaos, with bystanders chanting 'instant karma' as investigations continue; unconfirmed rumors name her as a police corporal, but officials have not verified this.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 18:55 UTC
Crime Tetegu Overhead

WEF Revokes Iran's Foreign Minister Invitation Over Protest Crackdown

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As Iranian protesters faced bullets and blackouts in Tehran streets, the World Economic Forum pulled its invite to Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi just before Davos.

Summary

The WEF rescinded Araghchi's speaking slot at its annual summit this week, pointing to the tragic loss of lives in Iran's violent response to widespread anti-government protests that erupted in late December 2025 over economic collapse and demands for regime change. Security forces arrested thousands, imposed internet blackouts, and fired live ammunition into crowds, with human rights groups reporting over 2,500 deaths and activists citing up to 16,500 killed amid graphic videos of the violence. U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham and Iranian dissidents praised the decision as a morale boost, while Araghchi accused the WEF of yielding to lies from Israel and U.S. proxies; the snub highlights Tehran's growing isolation as protests quiet but fears of executions linger.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 18:08 UTC
Politics Iranian Regime Reza Pahlavi Ali Khamenei Tehran

Gilani Appoints Shia Cleric Abbas as Senate Opposition Leader

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In a packed Senate session, Chairman Yousuf Raza Gilani named Allama Raja Nasir Abbas the new Leader of the Opposition, ending a five-month wait with applause from allies.

Summary

Senate Chairman Yousuf Raza Gilani appointed Majlis Wahdat-i-Muslimeen chief Allama Raja Nasir Abbas as Leader of the Opposition on Tuesday, filling the vacancy left by PTI's Shibli Faraz's disqualification in August 2025 over May 9 riot convictions. Abbas, nominated by PTI and backed by 22 opposition senators, pledged loyalty to Imran Khan in his first speech, demanding Khan's release and criticizing U.S. threats against Iran while calling for dialogue on election disputes. Government figures like PML-N's Rana Sanaullah congratulated him and offered talks, as PTI allies celebrated the move that strengthens opposition ranks in both parliamentary houses.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 17:09 UTC
Politics Tehreek-e-Tahafuz-e-Ayin-e-Pakistan Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf Yusuf Raza Gilani Allama Raja Nasir Abbas Shibli Faraz Pakistan Senate Appointment of Leader of the Opposition in Pakistan Senate

Senator Lee Praises Bukele's Gang Crackdown After D.C. Meeting

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Senator Mike Lee stood with El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele at a Washington event, hailing him as the friend who restored peace to a gang-ravaged nation.

Summary

Bukele's 2022 state of exception jailed over 80,000 suspected gang members, slashing El Salvador's homicide rate from 53 per 100,000 in 2018 to a record low 1.3 in 2025, with all murders solved. Supporters celebrate the results, quoting Bukele on liberating millions, while critics from Human Rights Watch cite innocents detained without due process in mass trials. Lee's photo and praise highlight ongoing U.S. debates on crime, deportations, and balancing security with rights as Bukele's approval soars above 80%.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 10:24 UTC
Politics Nayib Bukele El Salvador

Brutal One-Punch KO Punishes Taunting Boxer in Amateur Bout

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The fighter in the Bulls jersey drops his hands, taunts aggressively, and pays the price with a vicious left hook that leaves him twitching on the canvas.

Summary

In a 52-second clip from an amateur 'RUHHH Boxing' match, the overconfident opponent in a Chicago Bulls #23 jersey advances with hands low and tries a sucker punch, only for the counterpuncher in black shorts to slip it and land a jaw-cracking left hook. The victim shows a fencing response—limbs stiffening from the brain jolt—as medical staff aid him, while the winner poses triumphantly. Viewers praise the skill and karma, with comments like 'Don't disrespect a boxer,' but others slam the celebration as tasteless amid the vulnerability. The skill gap is clear: balance and guard versus exposed chin in what seems a local gym event.

Updated: Oca 20, 2026 01:25 UTC
Boxing

Guatemala Declares 30-Day Siege After Prison Riots Kill Eight Officers

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Gang inmates seized dozens of guards in a bloody prison riot, then struck back with attacks that left eight police officers dead. President Arévalo responded with a nationwide state of siege to restore order.

Summary

Riots erupted Saturday in three maximum-security prisons when Barrio 18 gang members, upset over lost privileges like phones and air conditioning, took 46 guards hostage. Security forces stormed the facilities, freed everyone unharmed, and captured leader 'El Lobo.' Gangs retaliated hours later in Guatemala City, killing eight officers and injuring 10; Arévalo then declared a 30-day emergency, deploying the army, suspending some rights, closing schools, and ordering three days of mourning. The move echoes El Salvador's tough crackdown but raises concerns over potential overreach.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 21:31 UTC
News Crime Bernardo Arévalo Guatemala Gang Takeover of Prisons

Ex-Official Accuses Larijani of Masterminding Deadly Iran Protest Crackdown

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A former Iranian insider claims Ali Larijani orchestrated a brutal response to protests, drawing from China's Tiananmen playbook to crush dissent before offering reforms.

Summary

Protests swept Iran earlier this month over economic hardship and calls for change, met with a severe crackdown including live fire, hospital attacks, and a near-total internet blackout. Death tolls range from HRANA's 3,919 confirmed protester deaths to higher unverified figures like 16,500 dead and 330,000 injured; a regional official acknowledged at least 5,000 total deaths. The anonymous ex-official told IranWire on January 18 that Larijani, Iran's Supreme National Security Council secretary, planned a 'kill then reform' strategy amid leadership transition concerns as Supreme Leader Khamenei weakens. Online anger targets Larijani's daughter, a doctor in Atlanta, with a petition for her deportation topping 40,000 signatures.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 18:51 UTC
Politics Iran Wire Ali Larijani Khamenei Massacre of Iranian Protesters

Ajay Devgn Unveils AI-Powered Bal Tanhaji Origin Story

Entertainment

Ajay Devgn steps into the future of storytelling with Bal Tanhaji, a generative AI project tracing young Tanaji Malusare's rise from the hit 2020 film.

Summary

Lens Vault Studios, chaired by Devgn and his nephew Danish, launches this debut original focusing on the untold years that shaped the legendary Maratha warrior before he recaptured Kondhana Fort. A teaser showcases epic CGI battles and fiery visuals, all crafted by in-house AI tools at Prismix Studios, building on the original Tanhaji film's ₹367 crore success. While trade expert Taran Adarsh calls it a new era and some fans praise its God of War-style look, critics label it AI slop that endangers VFX jobs, and others miss a traditional live-action sequel.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 14:39 UTC
Movies & TV Lens Vault Studios Ajay Devgn Danish Devgn Bal Tanhaji

Bukele: Force Alone Stops Hardened Criminals, Cites El Salvador's Crime Drop

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Surrounded by security forces and seated prisoners, El Salvador's President Nayib Bukele declared criminals beyond redemption by education—only force works.

Summary

In a January 17 speech, Bukele dismissed investing in education for gang members who've 'graduated from the university of crime,' pointing to El Salvador's homicide rate plummeting from 106 per 100,000 in 2015 to a record low 1.3 in 2025 after mass arrests of over 80,000 suspects and a massive prison. Supporters like Elon Musk and U.S. Senator Mike Lee praise the results as a model for safer streets, while critics from Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch highlight arbitrary detentions, torture reports, and over 260 detainee deaths since 2022. Bukele's approach, followed by a quip about a pickpocket caught '3 Doritos later,' underscores his push for swift enforcement amid global divides on crime and rights.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 07:15 UTC
Politics Nayib Bukele El Salvador

Sinaloa Cartel Hitman Displays Chinese Anti-Drone Gear in San Ignacio

News

A Sinaloa Cartel sicario stands ready in San Ignacio, his body strapped with rifle-like devices, antennas, and a tablet—gear built to jam enemy drones mid-flight.

Summary

The photo, shared by @mexicannarcos, shows a fighter from the La Mayiza faction carrying Skyfend Hunter jammer, Spoofer for GNSS disruption, and Skyshield Edge software, all from China's Skyfend Technology. Mexican cartels like Sinaloa have turned to these affordable Chinese counter-drone systems amid a drone arms race involving surveillance, bombings, and raids by rivals and security forces. Past incidents include a July 2025 raid in Durango seizing similar gear, highlighting how drug profits fund high-tech adaptations that challenge law enforcement in remote areas.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 06:23 UTC
Crime Cártel de Sinaloa Cártel de Sinaloa MF/MZ Faction

Ghana Taxi Driver Crashes into Robbers to Stop Theft

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A quick-thinking taxi driver in Accra's Darkuman suburb spotted armed robbers fleeing on a motorbike and rammed his silver Toyota Yaris right into them.

Summary

The two suspects had just stolen GH¢7,700 from a mobile money vendor, a frequent target in the area. The crash downed one robber, who faced an angry crowd, while the other escaped on foot. Photos show the taxi's front bumper smashed, and online calls urge donations to fix the driver's vehicle—his main source of income. The bold action drew praise for Ghanaian resolve against thieves amid rising urban robberies.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 04:36 UTC
Crime Darkuman

Uyajola 9/9 Episode Exposes Cheater Who Chooses Side Partner

Entertainment

A woman discovered her partner's four-year affair and child with another—then watched him pick the side chick right in front of her on live TV.

Summary

On Sunday's Uyajola 9/9, host Jub Jub set up a confrontation after a woman from a stokvel grew suspicious of her man's fidelity. The reveal showed a long affair complete with a child, and in a heartbreaking twist, he chose his side partner, leaving her devastated. Viewers reacted with shock and sympathy, praising her eventual decision to walk away while mocking the women who fought each other instead of the cheater; Jub Jub's sharp lines like 'I'm not a tuck shop' added laughs to the chaos.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 01:15 UTC
Movies & TV Jub Jub Uyajola 99 Episode

Tajik Forces Kill Four Armed Militants Crossing from Afghanistan

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In the dead of night, Tajik border guards faced down four armed intruders who crossed from Afghanistan and refused to back down.

Summary

The clash happened around 12:30 a.m. near border marker 151/2 in Tajikistan's southern Khatlon region, where troops spotted the men from Afghanistan's Badakhshan province during searches. The group ignored surrender orders, opened fire, and were neutralized in the response, with authorities recovering rifles, a pistol, ammo, phones, a radio, and a boat. No Tajik casualties occurred, and this fits a pattern of at least five deadly incidents since November 2025 along the 1,350-kilometer frontier, amid rising concerns over cross-border threats despite calls for Taliban action.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 01:03 UTC
Crime Tajik security forces Shamsiddin Shohin District Darbandak village Khwahan District Badakhshan Province border confrontation at marker No. 151/2

Federal Agents Raid St. Paul Home, Detain Venezuelans Including Boy Without Initial Warrant

News

Neighbors watched in shock as agents kicked in a door on Nevada Avenue East, handcuffing five adults and a 12-year-old boy during a snowy evening raid.

Summary

The Thursday operation around 5 p.m. targeted a narcotics investigation linked to a package dropped off moments earlier, but no drugs were found and agents showed no warrant at the time. The Venezuelan family, in the U.S. since 2023 with valid work permits and IDs, saw the boy quickly sent to a Texas ICE center while others' locations stayed unclear; a questionable warrant document appeared the next day. Critics called it a rights violation amid Minnesota's sanctuary policies, while supporters backed targeting criminal aliens in a broader ICE push under the Trump administration.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 00:29 UTC
News Crime ICE Humberto Garcia Stites Raymondville

Girl Cries for Dad After ICE Detains Him in Morristown Raid

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A six-year-old girl wandered Morristown streets on January 11, crying 'Where's Papi?' after ICE agents took her father while he grabbed takeout.

Summary

Adonay Mancia Rodríguez, a Honduran father in Morristown since 2013, was detained near a laundromat during an ICE operation that nabbed 11 people, leaving his daughter Annabella alone in their apartment. His partner Gabby Rosa rushed home from work after a neighbor found the distraught child; Rodríguez, with no criminal record beyond minor traffic stops, now sits in Elizabeth Detention Center as family raises over $24,000 via GoFundMe for his legal fight. The raid stirred community backlash, with Mayor Tim Dougherty seeking pro bono lawyers, clergy decrying a 'climate of terror,' and hundreds rallying, while opinions split on enforcing immigration laws amid family separations.

Updated: Oca 19, 2026 00:08 UTC
News Crime ICE Adonay Mancia Rodríguez Annabelle Morristown, New Jersey

Ex-PR Associate Accuses Bigg Boss 19 Runner-Up Farrhana Bhatt of Rigging and Unpaid Wages

Entertainment

Yash Rajendra vented in a heated Twitter Space, playing audio clips of what he calls shady tactics by Farrhana Bhatt's team during Bigg Boss 19.

Summary

Yash, who handled social media and PR for Bhatt's team, claims Young Filmistaan owed him payment and ran negative campaigns against finalists Amaal Mallik and Baseer Ali while using insiders to edit footage favorably for her. He alleges pre-planned evictions secured her top-two spot as first runner-up behind winner Gaurav Khanna in the December 2025 finale. Fans of Mallik and Ali call it karma for dirty PR, while Bhatt's supporters dismiss Yash as bitter; she and the show's makers have stayed silent amid the ongoing feud.

Updated: Oca 18, 2026 23:54 UTC
Movies & TV Yash Farrhana Bhatt Amaal Mallik Baseer Ali Adil Bigg Boss 19

Three-Year-Old Melina Asadi Killed in Kermanshah Protest Clashes

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Melina Asadi, just three years old, was walking with her father to a pharmacy for cough syrup when gunfire erupted around them. Her father held her in his arms as a bullet struck her from behind, covering his hands in blood.

Summary

On January 8, 2026, in Iran's Kurdish-majority city of Kermanshah, toddler Melina Asadi died from gunfire during anti-government protests amid economic unrest. Her father, in a state media interview, blamed 'terrorists' among protesters, while opposition groups and human rights organizations like Hengaw accuse regime security forces of firing indiscriminately, listing her among 21 children killed by government gunfire. Conflicting claims persist without an independent autopsy, as pro-regime rallies condemned rioters and activists alleged the father was coerced after arrest. The case underscores deep divisions in Iran's ongoing protests, with unverified death tolls reaching thousands nationwide.

Updated: Oca 18, 2026 23:44 UTC
News Crime security forces Melina Asadi Taq-e Bostan Boulevard, Kermanshah, Iran clashes on Taq-e Bostan Boulevard

Thief Caught on Camera Steals ₦15M Projects from Abuja Studio

News

A tall man in a white T-shirt struts confidently through a locked photography studio, rifling desks and even dancing a bit, all caught on CCTV.

Summary

On January 10 in Abuja's Utako district, a thief forced his way into a photography studio while the owner stepped out for food, stealing a laptop and hard drive with client projects worth nearly ₦15 million. Footage shared online shows him casually searching the space around 10:13 a.m., sparking calls for police action and offers of rewards for leads. Victims described the loss as devastating for paid creative work, with neighbors confirming the break-in despite a locked door. No arrests have been made, amid frustration over slow police response.

Updated: Oca 18, 2026 23:23 UTC
Crime Utako, Abuja

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