Migrant numbers growing as government’s student crackdown begins

The federal government is bracing for more questions over its control of the nation’s population growth with new figures expected to show another 150,000 migrants entering the country, putting at risk budget forecasts for total migration numbers.As Home Affairs Minister Clare O’Neil signalled the government would start issuing warning notices to high-risk education providers that

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Nigeria: $6bn Mambilla Scandal

A Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a suit filed by a former Minister of Power and Steel, Olu Agunloye, against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). The former minister had alleged a breach of his fundamental human rights by the EFCC. Delivering judgment on Monday, the presiding judge, Obiora Egwuatu, held that

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Africa: Bill & Melinda Gates Medical Research Institute Initiates Phase Three Clinical Trial of Tuberculosis Vaccine Candidate

A large Phase 3 trial will evaluate whether the M72/AS01E vaccine candidate can protect adolescents and adults from pulmonary tuberculosis    Clinical trial site at University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, South Africa, is first of up to 60 sites in seven countries    The M72/AS01E vaccine candidate could be the first new TB vaccine in 100 years

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Biden to host Marcos, Kishida

IN SUMMIT TO COUNTER CHINA Read this in The Manila Times digital edition. (UPDATE) US President Joe Biden will hold a three-way summit with President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida next month, the White House said Monday, as the United States boosts its alliances against China.Marcos on Tuesday said his visit

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The Rolling Stones & Skechers Team for Second Collab Ahead of Hackney Diamonds Tour: Shop the Collection

The latest Skechers x The Rolling Stones collaborations dropped March 14. Skechers x The Rolling Stones Skechers All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Grab your wallet! Skechers

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South Africa: Judge’s Conduct Embarrassed Me, Judge President Tells Tribunal

The “gross incompetence” of Pretoria High Court Judge Tshifhiwa Maumela embarrassed Judge President Dunstan Mlambo because it led to a general distrust of the justice system, Mlambo testified on Monday. Giving evidence at the Judicial Service Commission’s tribunal probing gross misconduct and gross incompetence charges against Maumela for delays in handing down judgments, Mlambo repeatedly

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U.S. Energy Secretary Reveals How America Entices Companies With ‘Irresistible Tax Credits’ To Invest In Renewable

United States Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm HOUSTON: United States Secretary of Energy, Jennifer Granholm, has revealed how the country attracts investment in renewables through “attractive irresistible tax credits.” She also said America must lead in managing the global energy transition which she described as inevitable. Granholm said this at the opening of the S&P

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Olivia Rodrigo’s Off-Stage Style Includes These Classic Jeans for Under $100

The ‘Vampire’ singer has been showing off her edgy style in denim jeans that are stylish and affordable. Olivia Rodrigo attends “The Hunger Games: The Ballad Of Songbirds & Snakes” Los Angeles Premiere at TCL Chinese Theatre on Nov. 13, 2023 in Hollywood, Calif. Axelle/Bauer-Griffin/FilmMagic All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors.

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EML Calibration Introduces On-site Mechanical Calibration Services Across the United States

Nashville, TN – EML Calibration, a leader in precision measurement and calibration services, is proud to announce the expansion of its offerings with the launch of On-Site Mechanical Calibration services throughout the United States. This innovative service aims to meet the growing demand for accurate, efficient, and convenient calibration solutions directly at the client’s location.With a

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Welcome to March Madness –

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Nigeria: Nigeria’s Consumer Protection Agency Speaks On Increase in Price of Sachet Water

The price of sachet water has gone up across the country in recent times. The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) on Friday described the increase in the price of sachet water in the country as unacceptable and unfair. The FCCPC acting Executive Vice-Chairman/Chief Executive Officer, Adamu Abdullahi, disclosed this while speaking at an

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Steve Harley, Cockney Rebel & ‘Make Me Smile’ Singer, Dies at 73

The British singer-songwriter was undergoing cancer treatments. Steve Harley performs on stage at SEC Armadillo on March 5, 2022 in Glasgow, Scotland. Roberto Ricciuti/Redferns Steve Harley, the frontman of British rock band Cockney Rebel, has died. He was 73. The English singer-songwriter’s family confirmed the news of his passing through social media on Sunday (March

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East Africa: IGAD Urges Swift Action to Avert Red Sea Ecological Crisis

The Inter-Governmental Authority on Development (IGAD) has expressed apprehension regarding the imminent ecological catastrophe arising from the sinking of the Rubymar off the coast of Yemen. Loaded with over 21,000 tonnes of ammonium phosphate fertiliser and fuel–an equivalent of 200 tonnes of oil–the Rubymar’s leakage poses an acute risk to marine life, coral reefs, and

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FRONTLINES: Laken Riley’s murderer linked with ‘bloodthirsty’ Venezuelan gang reportedly operating in the US

The illegal immigrant charged with Laken Riley’s murder was linked to the “bloodthirsty” Venezuelan gang, “Tren De Aragua,” and one immigration lawyer is warning Americans that the gang is now operating within the U.S. “Some very dangerous people are coming through the border,” Rolando Vasquez, a Miami-based immigration lawyer told Frontlines. “They’re set up, they’re already open

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Behold This Trove of Iconic and Ridiculous Sci-Fi Movie Props Up for Auction

Image: Heritage AuctionBill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure phone boothBill & Ted’s Excellent Adventure phone boothImage: Heritage AuctionBack to the Future III – Marty McFly costumeBack to the Future III – Marty McFly costumeImage: Heritage AuctionBack to the Future sports almanacBack to the Future sports almanacImage: Heritage AuctionBeetlejuice Adam and Barbara Maitland monster masksBeetlejuice Adam and

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Sweet moment actress Mercy Aigbe’s husband, Kazim Adeoti, surprised her on set with fruits to break her fast (Video)

Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Mercy Aigbe has shared a video of the moment her husband, Kazim Adeoti, surprised her on a movie set. The thespian, who converted to Islam after marrying her Muslim husband, gushed over him for being thoughtful enough to bring a fruit basket to break her fast during the ongoing Ramadan

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Celine Dion Shares Heartfelt Message on Stiff Person Syndrome Awareness Day: ‘We Can Do It!’

The iconic singer was diagnosed with the rare neurological disorder in December 2022. Céline Dion attends the 66th GRAMMY Awards at Crypto.com Arena on Feb. 4, 2024 in Los Angeles. Neilson Barnard/Getty Images for The Recording Academy Celine Dion is speaking out on International Stiff Person Syndrome Awareness Day. The Grammy-winning singer, 55, took to

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Vice President Kamala Harris & Fat Joe Team Up for Discussion on Easing Marijuana Penalties

Harris criticized the federal classification of cannabis as “patently unfair.” Fat Joe attends the 65th GRAMMY Awards on February 05, 2023 in Los Angeles, California. Neilson Barnard/Getty Images Vice President Kamala Harris and rapper Fat Joe led a White House discussion Friday (March 15) on easing marijuana penalties, with Harris saying it’s “absurd” that the

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Egypt: EU Deal With Egypt Rewards Authoritarianism, Betrays ‘Eu Values’

Migration Control Obsession Ignores Abuses, Entrenches Oppression The European Union is about to reward Egypt’s autocratic leader, Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, for preventing migrants’ departures towards Europe. Visiting Cairo on March 17, EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen, along with the Prime Ministers of Italy, Greece, and Belgium, will officially upgrade the EU-Egypt relations to

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Pornhub Bans Texas

It’s going to be a little harder to find porn in the Lone Star State. Pornhub is no longer available to Texas residents thanks to a lawsuit from the state’s attorney general. Kara Swisher on All the Nonsense in the Tech IndustryHorny Texans saw a very unsexy message when visiting the previously mentioned porn sites

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Internet disruption hits West and Central Africa, Netblocks and Cloudflare data shows

In this Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, photo, Eritrean migrant Yohannes Tesfagabr, one of the tens   –   Copyright © africanews Stephen Wandera/Copyright 2018 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 53 minutes ago internet security A major internet outage struck West and Central Africa on Thursday, as reported by the internet observatory Netblocks, which cited information

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Nigeria: Kaduna Students

Kidnappers of the Kaduna school children have contacted a spokesman for the families of the hostages, demanding a total of 1 billion naira ($620,432) for the release of the students. According to Reuters, the kidnappers also vowed to kill the students and staff in 20 days if their demand is not met. On the 7th

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Jelly Roll’s Wife Bunnie Xo Documents Singer’s Major Dental Surgery on TikTok: ‘I Want a Pretty Smile’

The country star was pleasantly sedated during the procedure to replace his veneers, get new implants and pull his wisdom teeth. Jelly Roll at the Pre-GRAMMY Gala held at The Beverly Hilton on February 3, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. Gilbert Flores for Billboard Nobody likes to feel like their grill is busted. Especially when

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Hot 100 No. 1 Songs That Share a Title With Unrelated Billboard 200 No. 1 Albums

Good titles get recycled across genres and generations. Anna Maria Alberghetti, Ty Dolla $ign and Ye Designed by Lyanne Natividad; Photos: Duane Howell/The Denver Post via Getty Images; Zac Schuss “Carnival” by Kanye West & Ty Dolla $ign featuring Rich the Kid and Playboi Carti, which moves up to No. 1 on this week’s Billboard Hot 100, has absolutely

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Engineer took 90 minutes to get to work to fix summer flight chaos in UK and Irish airports, ‘damning’ report finds

Latest Irish NewsCharlie Bird: Daughters describe ‘Dad’s legacy’ as hundreds gather for special service celebrating life of legendary broadcasterMinister Charlie McConalogue – speaking from Kenyan refugee camp – says he has not visited ‘Dublin tents’Mother of fatal assault victim ‘died of broken heart’ eight months laterBREAKING | Cillian Murphy, Barry Keoghan, Jessie Buckley and Saoirse Ronan

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Cameroon: Cameroon Homes and Plantations Destroyed By Seawater

Yaounde — Cameroon officials have declared a humanitarian emergency after encroaching waters from the Atlantic Ocean destroyed several hundred homes, buildings and plantations along Cameroon’s coast. Waves pound walls and houses constructed on the shores of Bekumu, a southern Cameroon village located in Ndian, an administrative unit along parts of Cameroon’s 400-kilometer coast on the

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D’Angelo Russell wasn’t moved at the trade deadline. Instead, he became vital to L.A.’s playoff hopes

Dave McMenamin, ESPN Staff WriterMar 13, 2024, 08:00 AM ETCloseLakers and NBA reporter for ESPN. Covered the Lakers and NBA for ESPNLosAngeles.com from 2009-14, the Cavaliers from 2014-18 for ESPN.com and the NBA for NBA.com from 2005-09.HOURS AFTER A midseason trade sent him to Los Angeles, D’Angelo Russell picked up the phone. It was Feb.

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Movers & Shakers: Dentsu, Publicis, Matalan, Roast, Channel 4, Coolr, Rankin, Imagination and more

Welcome to Campaign’s weekly round-up of the hires, departures and promotions across the industry. by Shauna Lewis Sign in to continue Sign In Register Limited free articles a month Free email bulletins Register Now Subscribe to The Knowledge To receive full access to Campaign’s content including: Unrestricted access to all The Information and The Knowledge

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Cameroon: Govt deems opposition groups as “illegal’, issues warning ahead election

The Cameroonian government has described two political groups seeking to create opposition coalitions as illegal. A statement from the Territorial Administration Minister Paul Atanga Nji on Tuesday named “The Political Alliance for Change (APC) and the Alliance for Political Transition in Cameroon (ATP) and described them as no political parties under the law. The statement

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Billboard & the Community of Madrid Announce First-Ever ‘Encuentro de la Música en Español’ Event in Spain

Raphael, Ana Mena, Luis Cobos and La Mala Rodríguez, among other artists, will speak at the event on March 19 at the WiZink Center, which will feature a performance by Nicki Nicole. Billboard and the Community of Madrid announced on Wednesday (March 13) the first “Encuentro de la Música en Español,” an event scheduled for

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Man United: Ratcliffe has already cost nearly $44 billion

Old Trafford Stadium before the English Premier League football match between Manchester   –   Copyright © africanews Scott Heppell/Copyright 2023 The AP. All rights reserved. Last updated: 23 hours ago United Kingdom Jim Ratcliffe’s minority investment in Manchester United has already cost the club $43.78 million, according to financial figures released on Tuesday. Manchester United’s latest

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European Union Passes ‘World First’ AI Legislation That Would Safeguard Copyrighted Music

Legislators first proposed regulating AI in 2021, although it was ChatGPT and the “Heart on My Sleeve” controversy that made many execs pay closer attention to the tech’s potential impact.  berya113/Getty Images LONDON — Sweeping new laws regulating the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Europe, including controls around the use of copyrighted music, have

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TMZ TV Recap: Teyana & Leo, Prince William & Kate Middleton, Dak Prescott

this publication TV Recap Teyana Taylor & DiCaprio Flirt … Kate Middleton Theories, Dak Prescott 3/13/2024 12:10 AM PT It’s hump day, and we’re getting over it by talking about our TV topics … which are fire! this publication Live this publication.com Let’s start on ‘this publication Live,’ where Jacob and Charles talked about Leonardo DiCaprio and Teyana Taylor

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Mozambique: ICRC Calls On Respect for Civilians, Ramps Up Support to Mozambique Red Cross Response to a New Wave of Displacements in Cabo Delgado

Nearly 100,000 people, more than half of them children, have been displaced in one month due to an escalation of armed violence in Cabo Delgado province of Mozambique. The new wave of displacements is taking place against the backdrop of a protracted cholera outbreak, heightening the risk of infectious diseases for displaced families and host

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Boeing Whistleblower Who Raised Safety Concerns Found Dead

Photo: Boris Roessler/picture alliance (Getty Images)John Barnett, a former quality control engineer at Boeing who—just last week—testified against the company as part of a whistleblower retaliation lawsuit, has been found dead, the BBC reports.How Isolation Plays a Role in Space ExplorationBarnett, 62, who previously worked for Boeing for three decades and retired from the company

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‘The Voice’: Ronnie Wilson Delivers ‘Unbelievable’ Audition With Zayn’s ‘Pillowtalk’

Wilson’s soulful cover was a showcase of control, range, emotion. The full package. Ronnie Wilson performs during the Blind Auditions of “The Voice 2024”. NBC’s “The Voice”. Books, as we know, shouldn’t be judged by their cover. Ronnie Wilson reminds us not to judge someone by their day job. On Monday night (March 11), Wilson

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Weezer Teaming With Flaming Lips, Dinosaur Jr. For ‘Voyage to the Blue Planet’ 2024 North American Arena Tour

The run will celebrate the 30th anniversary of the band’s 1994 “Blue” album. Weezer Brendan Walter Weezer are hitting the road this fall for an all-star indie rock tour celebrating the 30th anniversary of their iconic 1994 “Blue” album. The Voyage to the Blue Planet North American outing will feature support from the Flaming Lips

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