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In Nigeria, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu ordered the release of minors charged with treason after their shocking courtroom appearance sparked national outrage. The boys, aged 14 to 17, faced severe mistreatment while detained, highlighting ongoing human rights concerns in the country amidst a worsening economic crisis.
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Kemi Badenoch's election as the Conservative Party leader marks a historic moment as the first black leader of a major UK party. Her leadership style and policies, however, have sparked debate about the implications for diversity and representation within the party, especially in light of its past policies on immigration and race.
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Donald Trump's recent election victory raises concerns about the future of global climate initiatives. His administration is expected to withdraw from the Paris Agreement and reverse key environmental regulations, potentially undermining international climate cooperation ahead of COP29 in Azerbaijan.
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The UK government has intensified efforts against people smuggling, highlighted by the arrest of a key supplier of boats and engines. Labour has also organized record deportations, with 9,400 individuals returned since taking office, including nearly 2,600 forced removals, marking a 19% increase from last year.
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Alexander McCartney, a 26-year-old from Northern Ireland, was sentenced to at least 20 years in prison for catfishing and abusing over 3,500 children globally. His actions led to the tragic suicide of 12-year-old Cimarron Thomas in 2018. Victims have begun to speak out about the long-lasting impact of his crimes.
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As conflict between the Sudanese Armed Forces and Rapid Support Forces escalates, nearly 26 million people face severe food insecurity. The situation is worsened by widespread disease and violence, with aid efforts severely hampered. Starvation is reportedly being used as a weapon of war, leading to catastrophic humanitarian conditions.
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Simon Ekpa, a pro-Biafra activist arrested in Finland, has been denied bail due to the nature of his charges, which include terrorism financing and incitement to violence. He is set to face trial in May 2025, following accusations of contributing to violence in southeastern Nigeria.
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Despite earning over £100,000, many high earners in the UK report feeling financially strained due to rising costs and inflation. This phenomenon highlights deepening class divisions and the broader economic challenges faced by households across the country.
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At COP29 in Azerbaijan, nearly 200 countries reached a contentious climate finance agreement, pledging $300 billion annually by 2035. While some hailed it as progress, others criticized it as insufficient, highlighting ongoing tensions between developed and developing nations over climate responsibilities.
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Trio made up of two men and a woman worked as a team and stole HK$70,000 from elderly man and 200,000 Japanese yen from 63-year-old woman.
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The UK's net migration fell to 728,000 for the year ending June 2024, down 20% from a record high of 906,000 the previous year. This decline follows revisions to earlier estimates and reflects changes in visa policies and increased emigration. The data highlights ongoing debates about immigration policy in the UK.
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Roger Golubski, a former Kansas police detective facing serious charges of civil rights violations, was found dead at his home on December 2, 2024. His death occurred just before jury selection for his trial, raising questions about the implications for ongoing investigations into police misconduct.