US President Donald Trump has declined to name Vice President JD Vance as his political successor for the Republican Party, stating it's too early for endorsements. Trump has also expressed intentions of running for a third term, despite the 22nd Amendment. Vance is seen as a leading candidate for the 2028 GOP primary contest.
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Mobile telephone and data subscribers in Nigeria will now have to pay more after the government approved a 50-percent increase in tariffs, as the country battles one of its worst cost-of-living crises in decades. Telecommunications companies in the west African country had initially proposed a 100-percent tariff increase in the face of rising operational costs.
Tesla shareholders are growing frustrated as the stock continues to slide for six sessions, demanding accountability from CEO Elon Musk. Investors are concerned about Musk's divided focus on multiple ventures and his recent role as the U.S. government's efficiency czar. The increasing competition in the EV market and production challenges are also contributing to Tesla's stock volatility.
Ethnic Baloch insurgents hijacked a train in Pakistan’s Balochistan province, resulting in at least 20 soldiers' deaths and taking 182 hostages. The Balochistan Liberation Army claimed responsibility, warning against any rescue attempt. Women, children, and elderly civilians were released, while communication remains disrupted in the affected area.
The UAE has provided 700 tonnes of food supplies to flood-affected areas in Somalia, aiming to assist approximately 150,000 individuals. This act reflects the UAE's commitment to humanitarian aid and its strong bilateral relations with Somalia, ensuring continued support and accelerated recovery for impacted communities.
The Vatican on Thursday published a photograph of Pope Francis meeting King Charles III and his wife Queen Camilla the day before during the British monarch's state visit to Italy. It was the first meeting between Charles, the head of the church of England, and the pope since the monarch ascended to the throne in 2022.
Multiple wildfires broke out in Los Angeles, driven by strong Santa Ana winds, causing widespread evacuations and destruction. Fires in Eaton and Pacific Palisades led to the evacuation of residents and destruction of homes and property. Over 1,400 firefighting staff were deployed as Governor Newsom declared a state of emergency, warning of worsening weather conditions.
South Korea's opposition party Monday urged the country's Constitutional Court to rule swiftly on suspended President Yoon Suk Yeol's impeachment, saying delays were "irresponsible" and causing social unrest. Any further delay would be abnormal and irresponsible."
New FBI Director Kash Patel plans to decentralize operations, relocating 1,500 staff from Washington to field offices across the country and a facility in Huntsville, Alabama. Patel emphasizes community-focused crime prevention and pledges constitutional adherence, despite concerns from Democrats over his loyalty to Trump.
Former US Attorney Jessica Aber, known for her high-profile prosecutions in cases involving CIA leaks and Russian export fraud, was found dead in her Virginia home. Authorities are investigating her death. Aber had recently resigned and played key roles in significant legal battles, including those against former CIA analyst Asif Rahman and Virginia-based Eleview International Inc.