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  Bikoro, Democratic Republic of Congo – February 26, 2025 A rapidly spreading and unidentified illness has claimed the lives of more than 50 people in northwestern Democratic Republic of Congo, raising serious concerns among medical experts and health authorities. The World Health Organization (WHO) and local doctors on the ground have confirmed the outbreak, which began on January 21. According to Serge Ngalebato, the medical director of Bikoro Hospital—one of the key regional monitoring centers—the disease has demonstrated an alarmingly fast progression. “The interval between the onset of symptoms and death has been 48 hours in the majority of cases, and that’s what’s really worrying,” Ngalebato told The Associated Press . As of Monday, health authorities have recorded 419 cases, including 53 fatalities. The illness remains unidentified, and medical teams are working urgently to determine its cause and contain its spread. The rapid onset of symptoms and high fatality rate ha...

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully intercepted an attempt to smuggle a significant quantity of illegal drugs into the country, leading to the arrest of a Thai national at Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA), Ikeja, Lagos. The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Ms. Pattaphi Wimonnat, was apprehended while attempting to bring in 43 parcels of Canadian Loud, a potent synthetic strain of cannabis, weighing approximately 46.60 kilograms. The discovery was made by vigilant NDLEA operatives during a routine check of passengers' luggage. According to official reports, Ms. Wimonnat confessed to being recruited by an international drug trafficking syndicate, which had promised her a payment of $3,000 upon the successful delivery of the illicit consignment in Nigeria. The arrest underscores the agency’s ongoing efforts to dismantle global drug trafficking networks operating within and beyond the country’s borders. NDLEA spokesperson, Femi Babafemi, ...

A Southern California family is mourning the devastating loss of their 13-year-old son, Nnamdi Ohaeri Jr., who tragically passed away under circumstances they believe are connected to a dangerous social media challenge. Nnamdi, described by loved ones as a bright and energetic young boy, was found unresponsive at home earlier this week. According to his family, initial indications suggest that he may have been attempting a viral internet challenge, though authorities are still investigating the exact cause of his death. The rise of hazardous online trends has become an increasing concern among parents and experts, as social media platforms continue to influence young users. Many of these challenges, often shared and promoted across various platforms, pose serious risks to participants who may not fully understand the potential consequences. Speaking about their devastating loss, Nnamdi’s parents expressed their heartbreak and urged other families to be vigilant about their children’...

Feyenoord Rotterdam has officially announced the appointment of club legend Robin van Persie as their new head coach, ushering in a new era for the Eredivisie side. The decision marks a significant milestone in Van Persie’s coaching career, as he takes on the top managerial role at the club where he first made his name as a professional footballer. Van Persie, a former Netherlands international and one of the most prolific strikers of his generation, enjoyed a distinguished playing career with Feyenoord, Arsenal, Manchester United, and Fenerbahçe. Since retiring from professional football in 2019, he has been actively involved in coaching, working with Feyenoord’s youth teams and serving as an assistant coach. His deep understanding of the club’s philosophy, coupled with his vast experience at the highest levels of the sport, played a key role in his appointment. Feyenoord’s management expressed confidence in Van Persie’s ability to lead the team forward. In an official statement, th...

  A violent knife attack during a demonstration in the eastern French city of Mulhouse on Saturday resulted in the death of one individual and serious injuries to two police officers, according to local authorities. Nicolas Heitz, the local prosecutor, confirmed that three additional officers sustained minor injuries in the attack, which was carried out by a 37-year-old suspect currently listed on France’s terror prevention watchlist. The suspect, whose identity has not been disclosed, reportedly shouted “Allahu Akbar” (“God is greatest”) during the assault, according to a statement from the National Antiterrorism Prosecutor’s Office (PNAT). The attacker is known to be on the Fichier des Signalements pour la Prévention de la Radicalisation à caractère Terroriste (FSPRT) , a government database established in 2015 to track individuals suspected of radicalization. This system was introduced following the deadly attacks on the offices of the satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo and a J...

More than 25 years after the release of  Titanic  (1997), one of the most iconic films in cinematic history, speculation is growing about a potential sequel— Titanic 2 . The recent release of a trailer titled  Titanic 2 - Jack is Alive (2025)  has sparked widespread debate among fans. With Leonardo DiCaprio's Jack Dawson at the center of the story, many are questioning how a sequel could be possible, given his tragic fate in the original film. A Fictional Revival or a Real-Life Continuation? The trailer opens with a breathtaking aerial shot of the Atlantic Ocean under the moonlight, accompanied by the haunting melody of  My Heart Will Go On . A voiceover from an older Rose DeWitt Bukater, played by Kate Winslet, sets the tone:  "Some love stories never end, even if they seem lost in the depths." The scene then shifts to a modern-day research expedition exploring the Titanic’s wreckage on the ocean floor. As the team navigates the ruins, they uncover somethi...