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Priscilla Ojo claps back at Tanzanians telling her to ‘free Juma Jux’ over his slim look
Reported by Daily Post Nigeria and Legit.ng. First detected August 11, 2026 at 12:48 UTC.
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Crypto markets
Russia and Ukraine Exchange Fresh Overnight Strikes, Causing Civilian Losses and Fires
Russia targets Kyiv, Zaporizhzhia and Dnipropetrovsk while Ukraine retaliates with a drone attack on Russia’s Voronezh region, setting fire to a Wildberries warehouse and striking an oil refinery.
General News
Trump boarded secret Turkey flight via catering truck due to Iran threat – media
Reported by Daily Maverick and france24.com. First detected August 11, 2026 at 10:16 UTC.
General News
Lebanon becomes first Middle Eastern country to formally abolish the death penalty
The nation’s new law eliminates capital punishment, marking a historic shift in regional human‑rights policy.
Elections
Davido writes to Trump over Osun election amid fears of violence
Reported by Tribune Online and Legit.ng. First detected August 11, 2026 at 11:46 UTC.
Health
At Least 2,000 People Died in Democratic Republic of Congo's Ebola Outbreak
As of Aug. 11 2026, the outbreak in DRC claims at least 2,000 deaths, the fastest growing on record.
Climate
Colombia Earthquake: 7.4‑Magnitude Shock Claims Hundreds in Fatal Disaster
At least a few hundred people were killed when a powerful quake struck western Colombia on August 10, 2026, and rescue teams are still combing the ruins for survivors.
War and security
Three killed in Houthi attack on cargo ship in Bab al-Mandab
Reported by World News, Today World News, Latest International News, World Breaking News, Trending News of World - Times of India and Middle East Eye. First detected August 11, 2026 at 11:11 UTC.
Climate
Colombia Earthquake Causes at Least 132 Deaths, Triggers State of Emergency
A powerful tremor rocked northern Colombia, forcing officials to declare a state of emergency after the deadliest quake in years.
General News
Court sentences Bashar al-Assad to death in absentia in landmark trial
Reported by Middle East Eye and IOL section feed for News. First detected August 11, 2026 at 10:12 UTC.
General News
Trial Begins for Accused Tupac Shakur Murder Plot
Jury selection starts this week on a case dating back nearly 30 years
Elections
Zambia holds eighth general election – Hichilema seeks second term
Voters head to the polls on Thursday to elect lawmakers and local councilors