Nigerian authorities have charged six people, including retired and current security officials, with terrorism and treason for allegedly planning to overthrow President Bola Tinubu. The government accuses them of plotting a coup and has arrested a total of 16 military officers related to the case, while one suspect remains at large.
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Six suspects face charges of terrorism and treason for an alleged coup plot against President Bola Tinubu.
The suspects include retired Major-General Mohammed Ibrahim Gana and a serving police inspector.
Another suspect, former Bayelsa State Governor Timipre Sylva, is accused of helping to hide the plot and is still free.
The government first denied the coup plot but later confirmed military trials for those involved.
A total of 16 military officers were arrested in connection with the alleged plot.
The accused are charged with conspiring to overthrow the president and supporting terrorist acts.
Colonel Mohammed Alhassan Ma’aji is named as the mastermind behind the alleged coup.
Nigeria has had five coups in the 20th century but none since becoming a democracy in 1999.
Recent coup attempts in the region are linked to political disputes, security problems, and youth unrest.
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The United States and Iran are expected to hold new talks in Islamabad, Pakistan, to discuss extending a two-week ceasefire that is about to end. Both sides warn they are ready for more fighting if no agreement is reached, while the U.S. has also seized an Iranian oil tanker in international waters.
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A two-week ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran began on April 8 and is set to expire soon.
New ceasefire talks are planned in Islamabad, led by U.S. Vice President JD Vance and Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf.
Neither country has officially confirmed the exact timing of the talks.
President Donald Trump has said he does not favor extending the ceasefire and warned of increased conflict if no agreement is made.
Iran’s chief negotiator hinted at undisclosed military options if fighting resumes.
The U.S. boarded an Iranian oil tanker, the M/T Tifani, in the Indian Ocean for allegedly smuggling oil, calling it a violation of international rules.
Iran condemned the U.S. ship boarding as piracy and a breach of the ceasefire.
Control of the Strait of Hormuz, a major oil shipping route, remains a key issue, as Iran holds influence there and oil prices have risen sharply due to the conflict.
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Iran’s government will decide if its national football team can safely play in the World Cup games held in the United States. The decision depends on whether the players’ safety can be guaranteed amid ongoing tensions between Iran and the US.
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Iran’s Sports and Youth Minister Ahmad Donyamali said the government and the Supreme National Security Council will decide on the team’s World Cup participation.
Iran’s team is scheduled to play all their 2026 World Cup matches in the US, one of the host countries along with Canada and Mexico.
Tensions between Iran and the US, particularly after the US-Israeli war on Iran started in February, have raised concerns about player safety.
Iran’s Football Federation asked FIFA to move the games out of the US, but FIFA refused due to logistical reasons.
FIFA President Gianni Infantino supports Iran’s participation and hopes for a peaceful situation by the tournament’s start.
President Donald Trump previously said it might not be safe for the Iranian team to travel to the US for the World Cup.
Iran’s team is training and preparing for the World Cup, with a training camp planned to start on May 10.
Iran will play its group matches in Los Angeles and Seattle, facing New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt.
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At least 11 Palestinians were killed by Israeli soldiers and settlers in Gaza and the occupied West Bank during a so-called ceasefire. The violence included Israeli attacks in Gaza and settler attacks in the West Bank, with additional injuries and destruction reported.
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Seven Palestinians died in Gaza from Israeli attacks, including one child who died days after being shot.
Israeli forces used drones, naval fire, and airstrikes in different Gaza locations.
At least 21 Palestinians were injured in Gaza over 24 hours.
Since the ceasefire in October, over 784 Palestinians have been killed and 2,214 wounded in Gaza according to local health officials.
In the West Bank, four Palestinians were killed, including two shot at a school by settlers and one hit by a vehicle in Hebron.
Israeli soldiers reportedly shot while protecting settlers during the attacks.
Israeli settlements in the West Bank are considered illegal under international law.
Humanitarian aid remains limited in Gaza, where many Palestinians are displaced and crowded into smaller areas.
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The article highlights the ongoing importance of the Stonewall legacy, which began with the 1969 events. It focuses on how people continue to resist efforts to erase this history and the fight for LGBTQ+ rights.
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The Stonewall legacy started with events in 1969.
It represents a history of LGBTQ+ resistance and activism.
The pride flag has returned to Stonewall, symbolizing this legacy.
Erasure refers to attempts to ignore or remove the history and struggles of LGBTQ+ people.
The fight against erasure continues across generations.
Stonewall remains an important symbol for LGBTQ+ communities worldwide.
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NASA’s Curiosity rover found organic molecules on Mars, including five types never seen before on the planet. These molecules could be linked to ancient life or created by other natural processes, but scientists cannot yet say if they prove life existed on Mars.
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Curiosity rover detected seven organic molecules in a dried lakebed near Mars’ equator.
Five of these molecules are new discoveries on Mars.
Organic molecules are considered basic building blocks for life.
Scientists don’t know if the molecules came from past life, meteorites, or geological activity.
The molecules may have been preserved on Mars for about 3.5 billion years.
Mars once had liquid water and an atmosphere that could have supported life.
The harsh surface conditions today include very cold temperatures and strong radiation.
The European Space Agency plans to launch the Rosalind Franklin rover in 2028 to study Mars further.
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A 17-year-old boy has admitted to starting a fire at a synagogue in north-west London by throwing a bottle with a flammable substance through a window. The fire caused minor smoke damage to the building, and no one was hurt. The boy was released on bail with rules to stay away from synagogues.
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The attack happened at Kenton United Synagogue on Shaftesbury Avenue, Kenton, London.
The boy threw a bottle containing an accelerant (a substance that helps fire spread) through a window.
Only minor damage happened inside the synagogue; there were no injuries.
The 17-year-old is a British national from Brent and cannot be named for legal reasons.
He was arrested the day after the attack and pleaded guilty in court.
He is allowed bail but must live at home and avoid any synagogues.
A 19-year-old man was also arrested but later released on bail.
The government called the attack "completely abhorrent and unacceptable" and promised support to the Jewish community.
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NATO fighter jets intercepted Russian bombers and fighter planes flying over the Baltic Sea on April 20, 2026. The interception involved jets from several NATO countries, and Russia said the flight was planned and took place over international waters.
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Russian aircraft included two Tu-22M3 bombers and about 10 fighters (SU-30s and SU-35s).
The Russian flight lasted over four hours above neutral Baltic Sea waters.
NATO deployed French Rafale fighters from a base in Lithuania along with jets from Sweden, Finland, Poland, Denmark, and Romania.
NATO jets often respond to Russian planes that fly near NATO airspace without transponders or flight plans.
NATO’s Baltic air policing mission began after Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia joined in 2004.
Russian bombers regularly conduct flights over neutral waters in the Arctic, North Atlantic, Pacific, Baltic, and Black Seas, according to Russia’s Defense Ministry.
NATO has intercepted Russian planes around 300 times yearly before the Ukraine war.
The interception at Šiauliai Air Base showed quick readiness with crews suited and ready to scramble within minutes.
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The third season of the TV show "Euphoria," featuring actors Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, and Jacob Elordi, has been released. The series is popular with fans but has received criticism for its intense sexual content. Other new shows discussed include Netflix’s "Beef," the French Caribbean-set drama "Bandi," and "Margo's Got Money Troubles" about OnlyFans.
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"Euphoria" Season 3 stars Zendaya, Sydney Sweeney, and Jacob Elordi.
The show is known for its dramatic and mature themes, especially related to teen life.
Critics have pointed out the show’s strong focus on sexual and fetish content.
Netflix’s "Beef" season 2 features actors Carey Mulligan and Oscar Isaac.
"Bandi" is Netflix’s first series set in Martinique, a French Caribbean island.
"Margo’s Got Money Troubles" explores ethical questions about the platform OnlyFans.
The article also mentions a review of "Beef" and new TV highlights.
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Russian authorities are forcing major companies to monitor and collect data on internet users trying to bypass online controls using VPNs, tools that hide a person's location to access blocked sites. This move is part of wider efforts by the Kremlin to limit Russians’ access to the global internet and increase government surveillance.
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Russian banks and web platforms are tracking users of VPNs, which hide real locations and allow access to banned websites.
An investigation looked at 30 popular Russian apps, finding 22 actively detect VPN use and store user data accessible to security services.
VPN usage is not officially illegal in Russia but is increasingly being treated as a criminal aggravating factor in legal cases.
Since the war in Ukraine began, the Kremlin has banned platforms like Facebook and Instagram and blocked messaging app Telegram.
Authorities promote a government-controlled “superapp” called Max, which is believed to have extensive surveillance features.
Large-scale internet shutdowns have not occurred in Russia, but regional mobile network blackouts and increased online control measures have been implemented.
The situation marks a shift from passive internet censorship to active surveillance and data gathering on Russian citizens.
Companies like VKontakte, T-Bank, Sberbank, and Yandex were contacted for comment but no responses were noted in the article.
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The European Court of Justice ruled that Hungary’s 2021 law restricting LGBTQ content breaks European Union rules by discriminating against gay and transgender people. This decision challenges Hungary’s new leader, Peter Magyar, who won the April election and has promised to improve relations with the EU.
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Hungary’s 2021 law banned “promotion of homosexuality” to anyone under 18 years old.
The law was originally about child abuse punishments but was changed by Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s government.
The European Court of Justice said the law violates EU values like human dignity, equality, and minority rights.
The court ruled Hungary cannot use national identity to justify laws that break EU rules.
The European Commission, 16 EU countries, and the European Parliament brought the case against Hungary.
Peter Magyar ended Orban’s 16-year rule with a big election win on April 12, 2026.
Magyar supports equality but has not clearly stated his position on LGBTQ rights yet.
The EU hopes Hungary will repeal the law and unblock 18 billion euros in frozen funds.
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Two men have been found guilty of murdering a woman and injuring two others in a drive-by shooting outside a church in north London. The shooting happened during a wake, and the intended target was reportedly a rapper.
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Michelle Sadio, a mother of two and legal administrator, was killed outside a church in Willesden, north London, on 14 December 2024.
Around 100 people, including children, were at a wake when the shooting occurred.
Two other people were wounded: one was paralyzed from a shot in the back, and another was shot in the foot.
The attack involved a black Kia car with fake number plates that was stolen.
At least four shots were fired from the car; it was then set on fire after the attack.
Four men were charged, but only Perry Allen-Thomas and Amir Salem were found guilty of murder and attempted murder.
The weapon was linked to previous shootings and is described as a “gang gun.”
The intended target of the shooting was a rapper named Trapstar Toxic, who was not harmed.
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This week saw ongoing violence and hardship in Gaza and the West Bank, including Israeli military strikes, settler attacks, and forced evictions. Diplomatic talks between the U.S. and Hamas took place in Cairo but showed limited progress toward peace.
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Israeli airstrikes and drone attacks in Gaza killed multiple civilians, including children, worsening the humanitarian crisis.
Since the October 2023 ceasefire, over 72,000 Palestinians have died in Gaza, with more than 2,000 injured recently.
Aid deliveries to Gaza have dropped by 37%, causing shortages of food and fuel, leading to longer bread lines.
The United Nations and other agencies report restrictions at Israeli border crossings block much needed humanitarian aid.
Settler-led attacks on Palestinian villages near Ramallah increased, along with new evictions and demolitions in East Jerusalem.
Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich urged for full military occupation and settlement of Gaza if Hamas refuses to disarm.
U.S.-Hamas talks in Cairo focused on early steps before addressing disarmament, but no agreement was reached.
UN experts described Israeli policies in the West Bank as causing daily harm to Palestinians and destruction of homes and farmland.
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A woman named Chanell ’t Zand from Suriname went skydiving during a celebration for her country’s independence. She forgot to wear a supportive sports bra and shared the funny video of her wardrobe mistake, which became very popular online.
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Chanell ’t Zand is 26 years old and from Wanica, Suriname.
She took part in a skydive on November 24, 2025, to mark Suriname’s 50th Independence Day.
Zand was told not to wear loose clothing and chose jeans and a polo shirt.
She wore a regular bra instead of a sports bra, which caused a wardrobe problem during the dive.
The video of her skydive with the wardrobe malfunction got over 14.7 million views on TikTok.
Many people praised her bravery and related to the clothing mistake.
Zand thanked the national telecommunications company and the skydiving group for the opportunity.
The video brought joy to many people who shared positive comments online.
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A man named Mark Duchesneau went hiking at Arches National Park in Utah and recorded a video that caught a child warning that he might die for standing close to the edge of a narrow trail. The clip became very popular online, showing the child’s concern about safety on the trail and the man’s good humor about the comment.
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Mark Duchesneau is a 36-year-old man from Rhode Island.
He was hiking at Delicate Arch, a famous spot in Arches National Park, Utah.
The trail was narrow and had a steep drop-off on one side.
A child on the trail said out loud, "He's definitely going to die," referring to Duchesneau standing near the edge.
Duchesneau recorded this moment and posted it on TikTok, where it got over 2 million views.
The child’s family laughed, and Duchesneau responded with "Thanks."
Duchesneau’s TikTok bio now humorously notes that he survived the hike.
Many viewers found the interaction funny and appreciated the child's honesty and parents’ safety lesson.
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The conflict involving Iran might start again if the current ceasefire ends before peace talks continue in Pakistan. There is uncertainty about whether the ceasefire will hold and when the peace discussions will resume.
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There is a current ceasefire in the Iran war.
Peace talks are planned to continue in Pakistan.
The ceasefire might end before these talks happen.
If the ceasefire ends early, fighting could resume.
The situation is uncertain and tense.
CBS News reported on the latest updates.
The news coverage includes a report by Nancy Cordes.
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The U.S. military seized an Iranian-linked oil tanker in international waters near Sri Lanka during a fragile cease-fire between the U.S. and Iran. While peace talks are planned in Pakistan, both sides remain cautious, with Iran disputing the U.S. blockade and the future of negotiations uncertain.
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The U.S. boarded the tanker named Tifani, carrying about 2 million barrels of crude oil.
The seizure took place near Sri Lanka without violence.
The U.S. wants to enforce sanctions on Iranian networks globally through maritime actions.
Iran has not responded publicly to the tanker seizure but says the U.S. blockade breaks the cease-fire.
Peace talks are scheduled in Islamabad, Pakistan, but Iran has not confirmed if it will attend.
Pakistan has deployed nearly 20,000 security personnel ahead of the talks.
Iran demands recognition for its right to enrich uranium, while the U.S. wants restrictions on Iran’s nuclear activities.
The Strait of Hormuz remains mostly closed, stopping about 20 million barrels of oil daily from moving globally.
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An 18-year-old Palestinian woman, Hala Salem Darwish, and a 13-year-old boy, Mohammad Saber al-Sheikh, are both critically injured after being shot in the head by Israeli forces in different areas of the occupied Palestinian territory. Their cases reflect the ongoing violence affecting Palestinian children amid rising conflict and reported casualties in the region.
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Hala Salem Darwish was shot in the head by an Israeli sniper while preparing dinner in her Gaza home and is now on life support.
Hala was looking forward to her wedding planned for May 1 before she was shot.
Mohammad Saber al-Sheikh was hit in the head by a sniper bullet while playing football in the West Bank and is in critical condition.
Both shootings happened in areas where Israeli forces were active, including refugee camps in Gaza and the West Bank.
Since October 2023, over 72,000 Palestinians have been killed in the conflict, including nearly 40,000 women and children.
Israeli violence has led to the deaths of many Palestinian minors, with reports of 237 children killed in the West Bank from October 2023 to mid-April 2024.
Violence has continued despite a ceasefire brokered by the US, which Israel has been reported to breach multiple times.
Additional fatalities include at least four Palestinians killed on one day in different West Bank attacks, involving Israeli forces and settlers.
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French President Emmanuel Macron is hosting Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam in Paris to discuss Lebanon's situation amid renewed conflict between Hezbollah and Israel. France has long cultural, religious, and political ties with Lebanon but now plays a less direct role in mediation, focusing more on supporting Lebanese institutions like the army.
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France and Lebanon have connections dating back to the 19th century through culture, religion, and politics.
France previously played a key role in peace efforts, such as during the 2006 Lebanon War.
Today, France’s influence on Lebanon is more indirect and behind the scenes.
France supports strengthening Lebanon’s state institutions, particularly its army.
France maintains communication with groups including Hezbollah despite regional tensions.
A lasting peace depends on broader regional talks involving countries like Iran.
The meeting highlights France’s continued commitment to Lebanon’s stability.
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