A 27-year-old man was sentenced to 10 years direct imprisonment for rape by the Phokeng Regional Court on Friday, 28 January. The court heard how Ratang William Moitshodi approached the pregnant victim under the guise of helping her prevent a miscarria…
10 people injured after snow-covered bridge collapses in Pittsburgh (photos)
A Pittsburgh bridge collapsed on Friday morning January 28, sending multiple vehicles and a public bus plummeting into a park below, officials said. According to CBS Pittsburgh, ten people suffered minor injuries and four people were taken to area hosp…
Two Christians convert to Islam in Enugu state
Two Igbo Christians identified as Chizoba and Chidera have converted to Islam in Enugu State. According to one Muhammad Kabir Orjiegbulam, the conversation took place at Central Mosque in Ibagwa-Aka, Igbo-Eze South Local Government of the state on Frid…
Statement from the Chief Public Health Officer of Canada on January 28, 2022
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to create stress and anxiety for many Canadians, particularly those who do not have ready access to their regular support networks. Through the Wellness Together Canada online portal, people of all ages across the countr…
Competition Bureau preserves competition in sale of crop inputs in Lipton, Saskatchewan
The Competition Bureau has approved ProSoils Inc. as the buyer of Blair’s Family of Companies’ retail crop input facility in Lipton, Saskatchewan. This transaction closed on January 28, 2022. In July 2021, the Bureau, Blair’s and Federated Co-operative…
CBN Removes ATM Maintenance Fee, Cuts Other Bank Charges
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) led by Godwin Emefiele, has reviewed charges and rates for banking activities in the country. This online news platform understands that the development was disclosed in the CBN new ‘Guide to Charges by Banks Other Fin…
LASG PLEDGES QUALITY JETTIES FOR MULTIMODAL TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM
The Lagos State’s vision of a multi-modal transport system is gradually crystallising as the Ministry of Waterfront Infrastructure Development has pledged the prompt and timely delivery of quality water jetties through several ongoing projects in some …
Indore: Air India passengers hail change of guard
Indore (Madhya Pradesh): The passengers of Air India of the region have hailed the change of guard in Air India. They have expressed hope that the airline would become more professional. Air India is the first airline that started the operation of sche…
Minister Bibeau named co-chair of international meeting of agricultural ministers
The Government of Canada understands the importance of creating a sustainable agriculture sector that benefits all Canadians and our economy, which means looking ahead to the future to find new opportunities for innovation and growth. In recognition of…