Eiffel Tower Flying Suit Tragedy Revisited
Did You Know? In the early years of aviation experimentation, ambition often blurred the line between innovation and fatal risk. One of the most haunting examples is the 1912 attempt by French tailor and inventor Franz Reichelt, who believed he had created a wearable parachute suit capable of saving pilots. Reichelt, originally a tailor by […]
Luis Enrique Reflects on Intense Thriller
National News – Luis Enrique reflected on a fiercely contested encounter described by exceptional intensity and physical demand, praising both teams after a match that swung in every direction. The manager noted that it was one of the most demanding games he has witnessed, emphasizing the balance between victory, draw, and defeat scenarios that could […]
Eilish Manchester Concert Film Premieres in 3D
National News – Singing star Billie Eilish has premiered a new 3D concert film documenting her four-night performances in Manchester, England, filmed last year at Co-op Live, in collaboration with filmmaker James Cameron, known for Avatar and Titanic. The project, released ahead of its 7 May 2026 global rollout, captures her Hit Me Hard And […]
Laura Dern Replaces Bonham Carter in White Lotus
National News – US actress Laura Dern has joined HBO’s The White Lotus season four after Helena Bonham Carter exited days into filming due to creative differences. The change occurred in early production in the south of France, with the season set against the Cannes Film Festival backdrop in 2026. Creator Mike White is overseeing […]
AMVCA 2026 Faces Farewell Speculation in Nollywood Debate
National News – Nollywood filmmaker Mildred Okwo has triggered widespread discussion after suggesting that the 2026 Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards (AMVCA) may mark the end of one of Africa’s most prestigious entertainment events. Speaking on social media platform X on Monday, April 27, 2026, she questioned the long-term sustainability of the awards amid changing […]
China’s EV Boom Amid Iran Crisis
National News – The global energy shock triggered by heightened US-Iran tensions is reshaping industrial priorities, and China’s electric vehicle sector is moving quickly to capitalise on the uncertainty. At the Beijing Auto Show, manufacturers showcased advancements in autonomous driving, battery efficiency, and experimental flying-car prototypes, signalling a shift from traditional auto competition to tech-driven […]
Kim Praises North Korean Soldier Suicide Tactics
National News – North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has publicly praised soldiers who reportedly detonated grenades to avoid capture while fighting alongside Russian forces against Ukraine, according to state media reports from Pyongyang this week. The speech, delivered on Monday at a memorial event for fallen troops, described the act as “heroic self-sacrifice” and […]
Ex-US Officials Criticise Pentagon Over Iran Strike Silence
National News – Five former United States officials, including a former military legal adviser, have criticised the Pentagon for remaining largely silent over a controversial missile strike on a school in Minab, Iran, earlier this year. The incident, which occurred on February 28 during the early phase of the US-Israeli war with Iran, reportedly killed […]
James Comey Charged Over Trump Threat Post
National News – Former FBI Director James Comey has been formally charged in the United States for allegedly threatening President Donald Trump’s life through a social media post, according to federal court documents. The indictment, filed in the Eastern District of North Carolina, claims that a 2025 Instagram post showing seashells arranged as “86 47” […]
China Hands Over $56.5m ECOWAS HQ
National News – China on Tuesday formally handed over a $56.5 million Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) headquarters complex in Abuja, Nigeria, in a ceremony attended by regional leaders, Nigerian government officials, and Chinese diplomats. The project, financed by the Government of China, is aimed at strengthening ECOWAS institutional capacity and advancing regional […]