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A horrific attack on New Year’s Eve in New Orleans left 15 people dead after a U.S. Army veteran drove a pickup truck into a crowd of revelers on Bourbon Street. The driver, later identified as 42-year-old Shamsud-Din Jabbar from Texas, was killed by police after he exited his vehicle and opened fire on officers. The FBI is investigating the attack as an act of terrorism, suspecting Jabbar may not have acted alone. Hours before the carnage, Jabbar posted videos to social media, expressing support for the Islamic State group (ISIS) and a desire to kill. In addition to…

The Peach Bowl ended in controversy on Wednesday as Texas defeated Arizona State 39-31 in double overtime, following a contentious no-call on a helmet-to-helmet hit late in regulation. With just over a minute left and the game tied at 24-24, Arizona State faced a pivotal third-and-15 at their own 38-yard line. Sun Devils quarterback Sam Leavitt completed a short pass to Melquan Stovall, who was hit hard by Texas safety Michael Taaffe. The collision left Stovall sprawled on the turf, and replays clearly showed helmet-to-helmet contact. Despite reviewing the play for potential targeting, referee Larry Smith ruled no penalty,…

Ivorian midfielder Seko Fofana is making a return to Ligue 1, having signed with French club Rennes. The 28-year-old joins the team from Saudi Pro League side Al Nassr, where he was on loan to Al Ettifaq. The transfer, valued at over €20 million, marks a significant move for Rennes as they aim to strengthen their squad for the second half of the season. Fofana’s arrival is expected to enhance the team’s competitiveness both domestically and internationally. Fofana’s previous performances at RC Lens from 2020 to 2023 earned him widespread acclaim and attention from top European clubs. His return to…

Starting early 2025, Ghana will open its borders to visa-free entry for citizens of all African nations. President Nana Akufo-Addo approved the landmark policy in December, fulfilling a pledge made during the Africa Prosperity Dialogues. The initiative aims to foster stronger connections across Africa, boost tourism, and enhance trade and travel to the West African nation. President Akufo-Addo emphasized the importance of the move, describing it as a step toward “building stronger ties across Africa.” Previously, Ghana granted visa-free access to citizens of 26 African countries, while 25 others could obtain visas on arrival. Only two nations on the…

Chinese hackers gained unauthorized access to several U.S. Treasury Department workstations and unclassified documents by exploiting vulnerabilities in a third-party software service provider, the department disclosed Monday. While the Treasury did not specify the number of affected workstations or detail the nature of the compromised documents, a letter to lawmakers revealed that there is currently no evidence suggesting the hackers maintain ongoing access to Treasury systems. The breach is being investigated as a “major cybersecurity incident.” “Treasury takes very seriously all threats against our systems and the data it holds,” a department spokesperson stated. “Over the last four years,…

Beneath the shimmering lights of Dubai’s skyline and the serene sands of Ras Al Khaimah lies a chilling story of global deception. Between September 2021 and October 2023, an intricate romance scam operation run by international fraudsters robbed victims worldwide of millions of dollars, leaving them emotionally and financially devastated. Operating through popular dating platforms and social media apps, the scammers created convincing fake profiles, often using stolen photos and fabricated personas. Posing as lonely individuals seeking companionship, they spun intricate tales to gain the trust and affection of their victims. Once trust was established, the fraudsters introduced fictitious business…

Hollywood icons Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have reached a divorce settlement, concluding one of the longest and most contentious separations in entertainment history, Jolie’s lawyer confirmed on Monday. The agreement, yet to be finalized by a judge, comes more than eight years after Jolie filed for divorce in 2016, citing irreconcilable differences following an incident during a private jet flight. Jolie’s attorney, James Simon, told the Associated Press that the process has been grueling. “Angelina is exhausted but relieved that this part is over,” Simon said. “Her focus remains on healing and finding peace for her family.” Jolie,…

A chilling realization struck Peg Reif, an adoptive mother in Wisconsin, after watching a documentary exposing decades of systemic fraud in South Korea’s adoption program. Her greatest fear whether her adopted children were taken from their birth families without consent came rushing back. Reif’s daughter, adopted in the 1980s, shared the documentary with her, revealing falsified documents, coerced adoptions, and children snatched from their families. “I can’t stop thinking about it. I don’t know how to make it right,” Reif confessed. An investigation by The Associated Press and Frontline revealed how South Korea’s adoption program, which sent over 200,000 children…

In Kigali, December is not only a time for end-of-year festivities but also a cherished season for weddings. Families come together to celebrate love, commitment, and the promise of building a home. However, beyond the ceremonies and celebrations, marriage remains a journey that requires mutual care, tolerance, and sacrifice. For many, starting a family is a hopeful endeavor a quest for love, respect, and shared values. Yet, stories of troubled homes often overshadow the joys of marriage, leaving some young people hesitant about family life. This perception, experts say, is not the full picture. There are countless examples of…

The crash of an Azerbaijani Airlines plane in Kazakhstan has triggered international scrutiny, with U.S. and Azerbaijani officials suggesting that Russian air defense systems may have caused the tragedy. The Embraer 190 aircraft, en route from Baku to Grozny, crashed near Aktau, Kazakhstan, on Wednesday, killing 38 people and injuring 29 survivors. White House National Security Spokesman John Kirby stated Friday that early indications point to the possibility that Russian air defenses mistakenly targeted the aircraft. “We have seen some preliminary evidence suggesting this, but investigations are ongoing,” Kirby said, withholding further details. Azerbaijan’s Minister of Digital Development and Transportation,…