Southern Poverty Law Center facing Justice Department probe over use of paid informants to infiltrate hate groups
Washington — The Justice Department is investigating the Southern Poverty Law Center in connection with a now-defunct program that used paid confidential informants to infiltrate white supremacist and other groups, according to a video posted by the nonprofit and sources with direct knowledge of the matter. The case is being spearheaded by the U.S. Attorney’s […]
Pregnant British Olympian finishes Boston marathon
British long-distance runner Calli Hauger-Thackery delivered an inspiring performance after completing the Boston Marathon while 22 weeks pregnant, describing the experience as one of the most meaningful moments of her career. As reported by BBC Sport on Tuesday, the 33-year-old, who has represented Great Britain at the Olympic Games, crossed the finish line in two […]
What are today’s mortgage interest rates: April 21, 2026?
Mortgage rates have gradually improved in recent days for both buyers and owners hoping to refinance. Skryagin Igor/garrykosoff/Getty Images Mortgage interest rates in March surged by more than half a percentage point, on average, even with the Federal Reserve electing to keep its rate policy unchanged in the month. But with a series of disappointing […]
LP appoints subcommittee chairs for 2026 national convention
The Labour Party on Tuesday released the list of chairmen and members of its electoral subcommittees for the forthcoming ward, local government, and state congresses across the country, as part of preparations for its 2026 National Convention. A statement issued in Abuja by the Senior Special Adviser (Media) to the Interim National Chairman, Ken Asogwa, […]
Ethics panel to decide penalty for Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick over theft allegations
Washington — The House Ethics Committee will hold a public hearing Tuesday to determine whether any punishment is warranted for Democratic Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick, three weeks after concluding she was guilty of more than two dozen charges stemming from an alleged campaign finance scheme. The hearing is scheduled for 2 p.m. In November, the Justice […]
BREAKING: Kwara Youths Protest Prolonged Abduction Of 176 Women, Children By Boko Haram, Demand Urgent Action
Some concerned youths in the Kaiama Local Government Area of Kwara State have staged a peaceful protest, calling on authorities to urgently address the worsening security situation and ensure the safe return of 176 women and children reportedly abducted during a recent attack on Woro community. The demonstrators, who marched through parts of Kaiama town […]
FG Files 13-Count Treason Charge Against Coup Plotters
The Federal Government has filed a 13-count charge before the Federal High Court in Abuja against six individuals, including two retired senior military officers and a serving police inspector, over an alleged plot to wage war against Nigeria and commit acts of terrorism. The defendants—retired Major General Mohammed Gana, retired Naval Captain Erasmus Victor, Inspector […]
Trump says he’s not under pressure over Iran war deal as status of peace talks remains unclear
Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega accused his U.S. counterpart Monday of being mentally unstable for his military offensive against Iran, which has roiled the Middle East and global economy. Ortega has a fraught relationship with Washington, which has branded the Nicaraguan government a dictatorship, accusing its leaders of seizing total power with a constitutional rewrite and […]
JAMB Releases Monday’s 2026 UTME Results: Check Score Now
The Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board has released the results of candidates who sat the 2026 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination on Monday, April 20. Its spokesperson, Fabian Benjamin, disclosed this in a statement released on Tuesday, directing affected candidates to the board’s standard result-checking channels. “The results for Monday, 20th, have been released. Candidates can […]
D4vd charged with first-degree murder in death of Celeste Rivas Hernandez, 14, in Hollywood
Singer and songwriter d4vd has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of 14-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez, whose dismembered body was found in a Tesla belonging to the musician last year. Los Angeles County District Attorney Nathan Hochman announced the charges against dv4d, whose real name is David Anthony Burke, on Monday morning, saying […]