Author: Nkosana Bhulu
FAA Lifts Flight Restrictions Just in Time for Thanksgiving 2025 Travel Surge
The FAA lifted flight restrictions on November 26, 2025, ending a six-week shutdown-driven crisis that canceled 8,000+ flights. With Thanksgiving travel surging to 17.8 million passengers, timely action prevented economic fallout — but system vulnerabilities remain.
NOAA Forecasts Heavy Rain and Sierra Snow for Northern California Nov 29-Dec 5, 2025
NOAA predicts heavy rain and Sierra snow for Northern California Nov 29–Dec 5, 2025, with rainfall already 2 inches above normal. Flood and landslide risks rise as storms intensify ahead of Thanksgiving.
Tinubu Delays G20 and AU-EU Trips Amid School Abductions and Church Attack in Nigeria
President Bola Tinubu postponed his G20 and AU-EU summit trips after schoolgirls were abducted in Kebbi State and worshippers attacked at Christ Apostolic Church in Kwara State, signaling a new priority: domestic security over global diplomacy.
East African Hopes Rise as Kenya, Tanzania, Uganda Enter CHAN 2024 Quarter-Finals
Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda all reach CHAN 2024 quarter-finals as East Africa seeks its first title. Matches begin August 22, with Senegal, Morocco, and Algeria also in contention. Final set for August 30 in Nairobi.
Blue Jays Stun Dodgers 2-1 in Game 4, Force Deciding Stretch in 2025 World Series
The Toronto Blue Jays edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 2-1 in Game 4 of the 2025 World Series, tying the series 2-2 on Vladimir Guerrero Jr.'s clutch homer and Shane Bieber's gutsy start on short rest, shifting pressure back to L.A. as Game 5 looms.
ASUU President Slams Crowdfunding Drive by ‘Ordinary President’ Ahmad Isah
ASUU President Emmanuel Osodeke rebuffs Ahmad Isah's crowdfunding drive, ordering a shutdown amid Nigeria's ongoing university strike and demanding proper funding.
SASSA sets September 2025 grant dates: Older Persons on Sep 2, Disability on Sep 3
SASSA reveals September 2025 grant dates – Older Persons on Sep 2, Disability on Sep 3, Children’s on Sep 4 – plus tips, amounts and upcoming months.
Trump and Macron’s 27‑Second Handshake Sparks Diplomatic Drama at Sharm El Sheikh Summit
Trump and Macron's 27‑second handshake at the Sharm El Sheikh summit ignited viral debate and highlighted diplomatic strains amid Gaza peace talks.
Shamirah Nabadda Referees Nigeria‑South Africa WAFCON Semi‑Final
Ugandan referee Shamirah Nabadda officiated the Nigeria‑South Africa WAFCON semi‑final in Morocco, awarding key penalties and guiding a tense match that sent Nigeria to the final and secured World Cup qualification.
Lee Pace’s “hunky” Brother Day dazzles fans in Foundation Season 3
Lee Pace’s muscular turn as Brother Day fuels fan hype as Foundation season 3 premieres on Apple TV+, while new villain The Mule shakes the galaxy.
Nigeria’s Mental‑Health Crisis Grows Amid Malnutrition Emergency
World Mental Health Day highlights Nigeria's mounting mental‑health emergency, with 85% left untreated amid a severe malnutrition crisis in the north.