Ecuador's intelligence chief, his wife, and two American tourists died in a helicopter crash in Kenya's Kajiado County on August 20, 2026, according to Kenyan police and officials.
A photo of the EC130 B4 helicopter before it crashed at Lolokwe Mountain in Samburu County, Kenya, on August 19, 2026, killing all seven on board, has emerged.
Five Americans, including a Telemundo executive, and Ecuador's intelligence director died when a helicopter crashed at Mount Ololokwe in central Kenya. The Eurocopter EC130 B4 was carrying seven people.
Lady Lori Helicopters confirmed all seven people aboard its Eurocopter EC130 B4 died near Mount Ololokwe in Samburu County, Kenya, on August 19, 2026. The crash occurred at 9:13 a.m. during a charter flight for safari operator &Beyond. Kenya's Air Acciden
The United States has condemned an attack in Nigeria's Plateau State that killed dozens of sleeping residents, urging the Nigerian government to protect Christian communities and hold perpetrators accountable.
The Israeli military reversed its earlier denial and admitted its troops fired on the vehicle carrying 5-year-old Hind Rajab in Gaza in January 2024, opening a criminal investigation into her death.
A Eurocopter EC130 B4 crashed near Mt. Ololokwe in Samburu County, Kenya, killing all 7 aboard, including pilot Josh Outram, founder of Africa Heli Adventures.
Francis Clifford Smith, convicted of murder in 1950 at age 25, died in June 2026 at 101 after over 70 years in prison. He maintained innocence, survived eight execution dates, and his case highlights the ageing prisoner crisis in the US.
The International Criminal Court condemns US sanctions on its president Tomoko Akane and senior lawyer Abdoulaye Seye as a 'flagrant attack' on judicial independence, drawing global backlash from Japan and the EU.
Seven people died when the Lady Lorry aircraft crashed into Mt. Ololokwe in Samburu County, Kenya. Police Commander David Nkoroi confirmed the crash, and the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority reported a second helicopter accident involving a Eurocopter EC130
All seven people on board a Eurocopter EC130 B4 helicopter that crashed at Lolokwe Mountain in Samburu county, Kenya, on August 19, 2026, have been confirmed dead by police and the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority.
A tourist helicopter crashed in Samburu County, Kenya, killing all seven people on board. The Kenya Civil Aviation Authority confirmed the accident involved a Eurocopter EC130 B4.
Rev. Nankur Peter Kundul of COCIN died after a snakebite in Boltim, Gamakai, Langtang South LGA, Plateau State. A friend confirms at least two other Christians died from snakebites in the community, and police have been deployed.
Suspected Boko Haram gunmen killed a police inspector and seven civilians in a night raid on Gaya community, Hong LGA, Adamawa State, on Monday.
At least seven Hindu devotees died in a stampede at a Shiva temple in eastern India on Monday, August 17, with more than 10 injured, officials said.
Pending H-1B petitions nearly doubled in FY2025, from 66,894 to 124,638, as overall I-129 backlogs rose 175.6% since FY2023, straining US visa processing.
Davido says he's not compelled to support any presidential candidate for 2027, distancing himself from uncle Adeleke's backing of Tinubu, and rules out APC.
Suspected Boko Haram insurgents attacked Gaya community in Hong LGA, Adamawa State, killing a police inspector and seven civilians, with two houses burnt.
Suspected Fulani militias killed at least 23 people, including women and children, in Binper community, Mangu LGA, Plateau State, on August 18, 2026, according to the Mwaghavul Development Association.
Denmark has banned two African religious preachers from Zimbabwe and Egypt, publishing their names, photos, and details on its official national sanction list, citing public order concerns.
Gunmen killed over 20 people in Binper community, Mangu LGA, Plateau State, in a midnight attack, with several injured and missing.
Trump administration restricts nearly all legal immigration routes, affecting Nigerians and others. NFAP projects 1.5-2.4 million fewer legal immigrants by term end, with lawsuits pending.
Vietnamese authorities arrested a Nigerian man, Izuchukwu Calistus Odionye, for drug trafficking after customs found 2kg of meth and heroin in electric water heaters at Lao Bao border gate.
A Nigerian national, Izuchukwu Calistus Odionye, was arrested in Vietnam for allegedly receiving drugs smuggled from Laos, with 2kg of meth and heroin seized.
Suspected armed attackers killed several and injured others in Ukum LGA, Benue State, with 22 corpses recovered, officials say.
President Trump threatened to bomb Oman if it interferes with US-Iran talks over the Strait of Hormuz, as the 60-day MoU deadline expires with no agreement in sight.
Troops of Operation FANSAN YAMMA foiled a mass abduction attempt in Zamfara, rescuing nine victims after terrorists attacked commuters at Unguwar Rogo.
NDLEA destroys 329,865.585kg of illicit drugs worth N301.058 billion in Lagos, citing security and public health impacts.
Trump threatened to bomb Oman if it blocks Iran strait talks, as the 60-day US-Iran MoU expired. Iran and Oman near shipping deal; IRGC denies backchannel talks.
Iran's army chief Amir Hatami announced a $30,000 reward for anyone who kills or captures a US soldier, doubled for Iranian women, amid ongoing conflict.