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Nigerian film star Alexx Ekubo dies from cancer aged 40

The actor was recognised for his contributions to entertainment as well as his humanitarian efforts. Source link

DOJ sues to stop D.C. bar from disbarring lawyer over Trump’s 2020 election claims

The Justice Department opened a new legal war on the D.C. bar, suing to stop it from punishing Jeffrey Clark, who, while part of the department in 2020, helped craft President Trump’s strategy for challenging the election results. Department lawyers…

Deadly Russian drone attacks on Ukraine resume after ceasefire

The Ukrainian air force said that between 08:00 (05:00 GMT) and 18:30 (15:30 GMT) on Wednesday alone, Russia had launched 753 drones at Ukraine, after an initial 139 drones overnight. While many had been intercepted, 27 struck targets and debris…

Allegiant Air and Sun Country complete merger, creating larger budget airline for travelers

LAS VEGAS — Allegiant Air said Wednesday it has completed its purchase of Sun Country Airlines, finalizing a deal that combines two low-cost carriers at a turbulent time for the budget airline industry following the recent shutdown of rival Spirit…

Trade, Iran and Taiwan on the agenda as Trump arrives in China for high-stakes talks with Xi

The US president says his first request to Xi would be to “open up” China, while Beijing is expected to press Trump on the status of Taiwan. Source link

Remains of 2nd U.S. soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco recovered

CASABLANCA, Morocco — The remains of the second U.S. Army soldier who went missing during military exercises in Morocco have been recovered, the Army said Wednesday, ending a multinational search operation that deployed air, naval and artificial intelligence assets. The…

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill 22 people, health ministry says

Eight people died when drones targeted three vehicles on the coastal highway in the Barja, Jiyeh and Saadiyat areas, around 20km (12 miles) from the capital. Four others were killed in strikes on cars further south, in the city of…

Memphis gang members sentenced to 50 years for murder-for-hire killing

Two high-ranking members of the Unknown Vice Lords, a violent Memphis street gang also known as The Ghost Mob, were each sentenced to 50 years in federal prison following their conviction on gang-related murder charges, the Justice Department announced. Edward…

Thief jailed after stealing unreleased Beyoncé music from car

The man smashed into a car and stole luggage containing hard drives with the singer’s tracks. Source link

Uptick in D.C. homeless population driven by increase among families, census shows

The District’s homeless population has increased by more than 4% this year, according to the city’s annual census of people living on the streets, with families experiencing homelessness jumping by 16%. The city’s Department of Human Services said that, despite…