Japan Raises Foreign Residency Fees by 1150% in Oct 2026
Japan will increase foreign residency and re-entry permit fees by up to 1,150% starting October 2026, affecting millions of foreign residents.
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Missing cyclist found dead in uncompleted FCT building
Nura Yusuf, a commercial cyclist missing for weeks, was found dead in an uncompleted building in FCT's Gas Pipeline area, strangled, police confirm.
US Lists 6 Conditions for Foreign Widows, Widowers to Get Green Card
The US government has published six conditions foreign widows and widowers of American citizens must meet to qualify for a Green Card, including a genuine marriage and no remarriage.
NFIU Uncovers Foreign Crowdfunding Network Financing Terror
Nigeria's NFIU 2025 report reveals foreign crowdfunding schemes funneling $50-$500 donations to terrorists via encrypted apps and women's accounts.
US to revoke up to 200,000 visas of asylum seekers
The US will revoke up to 200,000 tourist and business visas of asylum seekers who overstayed, according to a new policy announced by the Trump administration.
Tornado Hits French Village Pomas, Injures 39, Damages 300 Homes
A tornado struck Pomas, south-west France, injuring 39 people, damaging 300 homes, and cutting power to 2,800 homes across ten villages.
30 killed in attacks on four mosques in Niger State
At least 30 worshippers killed after terrorists attacked four mosques in Borgu LGA, Niger State, during Juma'at prayers, abducting over 60 others.
Two Men Arrested for Attempted Rape of 12-Year-Old in Calabar
Cross River Police arrest Asuquo Effiom, 70, and Moris Monday, 68, for allegedly attempting to rape a 12-year-old girl in Calabar. Investigation ongoing at SCID.
US Airman Charged for Criticizing President Trump
US Air Force Major Jason Watson faces 10 military charges, including rare Article 88 contempt counts, for publicly calling President Trump a 'failure' in interviews and a Capitol protest.
Dallas judge warns deleted phone data can still be used in court
Dallas County Judge Shequitta Kelly warns that deleted texts and posts on phones can still be recovered and used as evidence in criminal cases.
Reno Wildfire Forces 42,000 to Evacuate, Nevada Declares Emergency
A human-caused wildfire near Reno, Nevada, forced 42,000 residents to evacuate, with 45,000 more on standby. Governor Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency as the fire burned 10,500 acres, 0% contained, injuring six people.
US Declares 3 Green Card Versions Invalid for Foreigners
USCIS has declared three older Green Card versions—Form AR-3, AR-103, and I-151—invalid. Foreign nationals holding these must replace them to remain compliant.
Ex-deputy who killed Sonya Massey dies in prison at 32
Sean Grayson, the ex-Illinois sheriff's deputy sentenced to 20 years for killing Sonya Massey, has died in prison, his attorney confirmed.
Manhunt for Side Chick in Kitwe Over Wife's Death
Zambia Police launch manhunt for Christin Ntundwe, accused of fatally beating her boyfriend's wife, Vainess Kanyama, in Kitwe. The incident occurred on August 18, 2026.
8 Countries Allowed Into Türkiye With Expired Passports
Türkiye now allows citizens of eight countries—including Germany, France, and Spain—to enter with expired passports. The policy is official and published on the Turkish government's website.
Woman Who Posed as 12-Year-Old Jailed for Fraud in Brazil
A 38-year-old Brazilian woman, Amanda Maria Souza de Oliveira, was jailed for 18 months for deceiving a couple into caring for her while pretending to be a 12-year-old girl. The fraud spanned 15 years and nine states.
Tiger Woods Court Appearance Set for September
Tiger Woods will make his first court appearance in early September after his March DUI arrest, where he faces charges including DUI and property damage.
Seven dead, two injured in Lagos-Ibadan Expressway crash
Seven people died and two were injured in a multiple-vehicle crash involving three vehicles at Kara on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway early Monday, the FRSC confirmed.
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Man jailed 12 years for rape, sexual assault while on bail
Olukanyinsola Odebode, 30, gets 12-year extended sentence for raping one woman and assaulting another while on bail in Wales.
NANS President Mourns Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, Calls Death Painful
NANS President Akinteye Babatunde Afeez mourns veteran actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, who died Sunday after battling stage four cancer, as Governor Abiodun also pays tribute.
Laide Bakare addresses dance video backlash during Ogogo mourning
Nollywood actress Laide Bakare has addressed backlash over a dance video that surfaced while colleagues mourned veteran actor Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, explaining she was away at a movie premiere and unaware of the tagging until she returned.
US Publishes 90-Day Deadline Rule for 2-Year Green Card Holders
USCIS confirms two-year Green Card holders must file to remove conditions within 90 days before expiration or risk losing permanent resident status.
Guinea rubbish mound collapse kills at least 30 in Conakry
At least 30 people died after a rubbish mound collapsed onto homes in Conakry's Dar-es-Salam area. Rescue operations continue as fears grow over a rising death toll.
Bauchi Police Arrest Suspect for Stabbing Man to Death
Bauchi Police arrested Abubakar Abdullahi for allegedly stabbing 25-year-old Moh'd Musa to death in Bayan Bata. The suspect is in custody, and the case will be transferred to SCID for investigation.
Teen, Parents Die in Cliff Fall After Cellphone Argument
A 19-year-old Indian boy, Kunal Chandgude, fell to his death from Khawadya Hill after arguing with his parents over a cellphone payment. His father and mother also died in the incident.
Nebraska man jailed 121 months for ChatGPT-planned bank robbery
A 23-year-old Omaha man, Deron Lewis-Payne, was sentenced to 121 months in federal prison for robbing i3Bank in February 2026, using ChatGPT to plan the crime and brandishing a firearm during the heist.
USCIS Lists 10 Situations Requiring Green Card Replacement
USCIS has published 10 conditions under which lawful permanent residents must replace their Green Cards, including expired, lost, stolen, or incorrect cards, and turning 14.
US Green Card Rule: Permanent Residents 18+ Must Carry Card
The US government now requires all permanent residents aged 18+ to carry a valid Green Card at all times, with legal consequences for non-compliance.
Canada Warns Nigerians Against Four Visa Fraud Signs
Canada's IRCC warns Nigerians and other visa applicants about four major fraud signs, including social media scams, cash demands, unofficial fee requests, and fake work documents.
Bandits kill two, abduct doctor, woman in Kaduna community
Bandits killed two locals and abducted a doctor and a Hakimi's wife in Sanga LGA, Kaduna. Troops of OPEP launched rescue operations, but no contact with kidnappers yet.
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