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An Islamic Republic is planning to join Abraham Accords. Details here
The Week
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The Abraham Accords, a set of agreements leading to the normalisation of relations between Arab countries and Israel, are likely to expand, according to reports. The Islamic Republic of Mauritania could become the fifth country to join the Abraham...
Nigeria rejected US push to accept Venezuelan deportees — Tuggar
Punch
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July 10, 2025
The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Amb Yusuf Tuggar, has said the United States is mounting pressure on African countries to accept Venezuelan deportees, stating that it would be difficult for Nigeria to do. The minister also clarified that the...
Mystery as 'captive escapee' from Africa spotted in Norfolk garden
Great Yarmouth Mercury
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A cape starling was pictured by Cliff Brown and his partner on Monday evening in the coastal village. "We spotted the lovely glossy bird, but it does look to be foreign in our garden," Mr Brown said. Cliff Brown snapped an image of a cape starling...
Africans accuse Trump of chasing minerals and mocking their presidents
Modern Ghana
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People across Africa have hit out at this week's high-profile summit between Donald Trump and five African leaders, saying the US president showed little respect during a White House lunch and is only chasing the continent's minerals. Five heads...
The newest way to influence Trump: Nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize
WTOP - District Columbia
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July 10, 2025
WASHINGTON (AP) — World leaders, lawmakers and even one Native American tribe are deploying a novel strategy for remaining on… WASHINGTON (AP) — World leaders, lawmakers and even one Native American tribe are deploying a novel strategy for...
17 Out-Of-Place Artifacts That Suggest High-Tech Civilizations Existed Thousands (Or Millions) Of Years Ago
Zero Hedge
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Authored by Tara MacIsaac via The Epoch Times, According to our conventional view of history, humans have only walked the Earth in our present form for some 200,000 years. Much of the mechanical ingenuity we know of in modern times began to...
Liberians confused and angry after Trump’s ‘condescending’ praise for their leader’s English
Boston Herald - Massachusetts
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July 10, 2025
By MARK MENGONFIA, MONIKA PRONCZUK and WILSON MCMAKIN MONROVIA, Liberia (AP) — There was confusion and anger in Liberia on Thursday after U.S. President Donald Trump praised the English skills of President Joseph Boakai. “Such good English,” Trump...
Nigeria's air fare taxes more ridiculously expensive than most African countries
Business Insider Africa
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July 7, 2025
According to the report titled AFRAA Taxes and Charges Study Review 2024, Nigerians pay an average of $180 each per foreign departure, which is almost three times the continental average of $68. Gabon is the most expensive country in terms of net...
Trump asks Liberian president where he learnt English – it’s Liberia’s official language
Pink News
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July 10, 2025
Donald Trump met with African leaders at the White House (Win McNamee/Getty Images) President Donald Trump praised his Liberian counterpart for his “beautiful English”, during a meeting at the White House on Wednesday (9 July) – seemingly, and...
TV tonight: our highlights for Friday, July 11, including Dexter: Resurrection
What to Watch
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July 10, 2025
Here's our TV tonight picks for Friday, July 11 (for more information about what's on TV, see our TV Guide)... Dexter: Resurrection, Paramount Plus He rises! After being shot by son Harrison (Jack Alcott) in spin-off Dexter: New Blood, fans...
Trump's praise of Liberian leader's 'good English' prompts eye rolls and frustration
CBC/Radio-Canada
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July 10, 2025
Liberians reacted with a mix of anger and weary resignation Thursday after discovering that the leader of their country's closest bilateral partner does not appear to know what language they speak. At a meeting at the White House on Wednesday,...
VIDEO: Liberians confused and angry after Trump's praise for their leader's English
Gulf Today
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July 10, 2025
Liberians reacted with a mix of anger and weary resignation on Thursday after discovering that the leader of their country's closest bilateral partner does not appear to know what language they speak. At a meeting at the White House on Wednesday,...
Trump tariffs goods from Brazil at 50%, citing 'witch hunt' trial
The York Dispatch - Pennsylvania
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Trump's decision appears to be driven by personal relationships rather than economic factors. Brazilian President Lula criticized the tariffs and vowed to retaliate using Brazil's economic reciprocity law. Trump also announced tariffs on seven...
Liberia: As Five African Heads of State Prepare for High-stakes White House talks, President Trump Pushes Trade over Aid in Renewed African policy framework
Front Page Africa
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July 7, 2025
Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump is set to host the heads of state from Gabon, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mauritania, and Senegal at the White House next week for a luncheon aimed at strengthening commercial and security ties between the...
Watch: Trump praises English-speaking country's president on his 'good English'
RNZ
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July 10, 2025
By Mitchell McCluskey and Larry Madowo, CNN US President Donald Trump praised Liberian President Joseph Boakai for his strong grasp of the English language, but the African leader was educated in Liberia, where English is the official language. As...
Trump praises Liberian leader on English, his native tongue: 'Where did you learn to speak so beautifully?'
The Province
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U.S. President Donald Trump complimented the president of Liberia Wednesday on his English-speaking skills — despite English being the official language of the West African nation.Article content Trump was hosting a White House lunch with African...
All the Times Trump Complained About Not Getting a Nobel Peace Prize
Vanity Fair
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July 10, 2025
Donald Trump has many obsessions, which he frequently uses his many platforms to talk about. The tyranny of low-flow toilets. Windmills, and how they’re driving whales crazy. “The late, great Hannibal Lecter.” The Nobel Peace Prize, and how it’s...
Jasmine Crockett Accuses President Trump of Being ‘Racist’ Toward Liberian President
Breitbart
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July 10, 2025
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) got swift criticism when she tried to accuse President Donald Trump of being “racist” and “embarrassing” during his meeting with African leaders at the White House on Wednesday. In her social media post, Crockett...
World Cup Power Rankings: USMNT outside top 20
CBS Sports - Florida
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With the Gold Cup done and dusted, the 2024-25 international cycle is done and dusted. A year from now we will be in the teeth of the 2026 World Cup knockout stages, so what better time to assess who figures to be in the mix in 365 days time? Ten...
Trump Asks How Liberian Leaders Speak English—It’s Their Language
NewsOne
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July 10, 2025
Source: Win McNamee / Getty President Donald Trump recently hosted a meeting at the White House with five African leaders, including Liberian President Joseph Boakai. While the gathering focused on building diplomatic ties and exploring economic...