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Residents across the Cuban capital hauled buckets and lined up for water from tanker trucks ​as a combination of fuel shortages and power ‌grid instability left thousands of taps dry. State water utility Aguas de La Habana confirmed that pumping schedules and supply operations ​have been disrupted by a lack of ​electricity. “This area is now having water problems. People ⁠are hauling water and waiting for the water truck,” ​said resident Lazaro Noblet, while pushing a small handcart ​loaded with containers. “This area is now having water problems. People ⁠are hauling water and waiting for the water truck,” ​said resident…

Colombian President Gustavo Petro is being examined in criminal investigations ​by two U.S. federal prosecutors’ offices, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters ‌on Friday. Petro is not the focus of either investigation, but his conduct has surfaced in narco-terrorism and drug trafficking investigations being handled by the U.S. Attorney’s offices in Manhattan and Brooklyn, New York, the source said. Colombian President Gustavo Petro is being examined in criminal investigations ​by two U.S. federal prosecutors’ offices, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters ‌on Friday. Petro is not the focus of either investigation, but his conduct has surfaced…

The immediate impact is visible in sharp increases in transport costs, energy and fertilizer prices, alongside currency pressures and financial market volatility.“The most immediate economic impact…are considerable increases in freight costs and oil, gas and fertilizer prices,” Hamza Ali Malik, Director of Macroeconomic Policy Division at the UN’s Asia-Pacific development arm (ESCAP) told UN News.He warned that higher inflation, weaker exports and rising debt risks are likely to follow.Strait of Hormuz shockwaves Total number of daily ship transits through Strait of Hormuz. At the centre of the disruption is the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical maritime…

On March 17, 2026, Anambra State witnessed its ninth tenure transition since the creation of the state in 1991. Professor Charles Soludo’s swearing in on Tuesday, March 17, marks the third consecutive second tenure in the state. Soludo’s second term inauguration carries with it the distinction of not being trailed by a legal challenge to his electoral victory. The development signals a new high in Anambra’s complex politics. What is the secret of appreciation in Anambra’s politics? Closer attention to the state’s political history reveals two major factors at play in her democratic journey. By the extent and consistency of…

Safeguarding children online requires open conversations, digital education, and guidance on privacy, pornography, and safe Internet habits rather than relying solely on parental controls, JUSTICE OKAMGBA writes Kids are no longer safe online, and that is a big problem that needs serious attention. In an era where they can now access the Internet from the palm of their hands, online safety has become a paramount concern for parents, educators and guardians. While the internet opens doors to learning, creativity and social interaction, it also exposes children to risks such as pornography, violent content, cyberbullying, scams and online predators. Experts agree…

Dangote Refinery has increased petrol price again amid rising hardship and hunger in Nigeria.   NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Dangote Refinery has announced an upward review of the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), increasing its gantry price from ₦1,175 to ₦1,245 per litre.   The new price, representing a ₦70 increase per litre, will take effect from 12:00 a.m. on March 21, 2026, and will apply to all outstanding and yet-to-be-loaded volumes.     In addition to the petrol price adjustment, the refinery also raised its coastal supply price from ₦1,512,648 to ₦1,606,518 per metric tonne.   According to…

By Adedapo Adesanya Nigeria and the United Kingdom have agreed to establish a joint anti-fraud fusion cell to combat cross-border financial crimes, marking a major step in deepening security cooperation during President Bola Tinubu’s state visit to London. The initiative, which brings together law enforcement agencies, banks, technology firms and communication companies from both countries, is aimed at strengthening intelligence sharing and disrupting criminal networks involved in romance fraud, investment scams and cryptocurrency-related offences. During the state visit, both countries signed three landmark agreements aimed at deepening cooperation on migration, border security and trade. The agreements – two Memoranda of…

In 1455, as Portuguese ships crept down the coast of West Africa in pursuit of gold, glory, and dominion during the age of discovery, power was not wielded by the sword alone. Far away in Rome, with ink and seal rather than cannon and sail, Pope Nicholas V issued a decree to King Afonso V of Portugal that would echo across continents and centuries. It was called Romanus Pontifex, a papal bull, the highest expression of authority in the Catholic world, carrying enormous weight in medieval Europe. The bull granted moral sanction to empire, transforming conquest into a divine mandate.…

Suspected political thugs on Friday disrupted a meeting of the African Democratic Congress, ADC, Young Women Forum in Alesa, Eleme Local Government Area of Rivers State. The group had convened for the inauguration of its forum when the assailants stormed the venue, dispersing attendees and destroying items such as canopies, loudspeakers, and chairs. The disruption brought the event to an abrupt end. According to eyewitnesses, the intruders claimed the organisers failed to obtain prior approval for the gathering, insisting that political activities in the area required clearance from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC). Despite attempts by organisers to clarify…

Adams, Ejuke battle Sadiq in Seville Super Eagles forward Ademola Lookman will make his Madrid derby debut on Sunday when Atletico Madrid travel to the Bernabeu to face Real Madrid in one of La Liga’s most anticipated fixtures, while fellow Nigeria internationals Akor Adams and Chidera Ejuke go head-to-head with compatriot Umar Sadiq when Sevilla host Valencia on Saturday in a basement battle with relegation implications for both sides. Lookman, who joined Atletico from Atalanta in January, enters the derby in fine form with four goals and four assists in 13 appearances. Beyond Sunday’s derby, Atletico are also chasing a…