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Swifties flooded the AMC Theatres app on Friday while scrambling to buy tickets for “Taylor Swift: The Official Release Party of a Showgirl,” an 89-minute event celebrating the release of the pop star’s new album, “The Life of a Showgirl.” On the AMC app, a screen appeared displaying a constant 2-minute estimated wait time since the 12:12 p.m. ET ticket release, along with the message: “Thank you for your patience as we experience high traffic volume. We have proactively created this queue for all visitors. When it is your turn, you will have 10 minutes to begin you ‘Taylor Swift…

More than 70 people have been killed following a drone strike on a mosque in Sudan’s Darfur region, a senior medical source has told the BBC.Friday’s attack in the city of el-Fasher has been blamed on the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), but the group has not taken responsibility.The RSF and the army have been engaged in a ferocious civil war for more than two years. The paramilitaries are gaining ground as they fight to seize complete control of el-Fasher – the last army stronghold in Darfur and home to more than 300,000 civilians who have been trapped by the…

138 The Government of Ghana will soon begin feasibility studies for the development of a Coastal Water Transport System as part of plans to complement the country’s road transport network. The initiative is in line with the vision of President John Dramani Mahama to expand and modernise Ghana’s transportation system for greater efficiency. Mr Joseph Bukari Nikpe, the Minister of Transport, disclosed this on Wednesday at the Government Accountability Series press conference held at the Presidency in Accra. He said the feasibility studies would explore opportunities in the private sector and encourage participation from both local and international investors. “We…

Kano — Barely three days after the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) disconnected power supply to the Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital in Kano, the Energy Commission of Nigeria (ECN) has commenced installation of a 4MW solar hybrid system with 100% battery storage at the hospital. The intervention came amidst an outcry from hospital authorities following the disconnection of electricity supply, which allegedly led to the loss of three patients’ lives. In a statement by the Public Relations Officer of KEDCO Sani Bala explained: “The attention of the Kano Electricity Distribution Company (KEDCO) has been drawn to reports concerning the appeal…

Key eventsShow key events onlyPlease turn on JavaScript to use this feature2 mins: It pays off as Sophie de Goede lets the ball out of her grasp. An early turnover but Canada stand up to the onslaught, and win a scrum close to the halfway line.ShareFirst halfHere we go! New Zealand kick off, and immediately look to put pressure on their opponents.ShareTime for the haka, with New Zealand’s entire 23 fanning out and staring down their opponents. Absolutely spine-tingling stuff, as always – and there’s a mighty roar from the crowd afterwards.Share“Really looking forward to the semi finals, the general…

US President Donald Trump said he and Chinese Premier Xi Jinping have approved a deal on the future of TikTok’s US operations during a phone call on Friday. The president announced he will meet Xi at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit in South Korea next month, adding he would travel to China next year. Trump wrote on Truth Social the call was “productive” and he “appreciated” Xi’s approval of deal, which would reportedly see TikTok’s US business sold to a group of US investors. TikTok, which is run by Chinese firm Bytedance, was previously told it had to sell its…

Estonia requests Nato Article 4 consultation over Russian fighter jets incidentEstonia has formally requested a Nato Article 4 consultation over the Russian violation of its airspace earlier today, the country’s prime minister Kristen Michal said.In a post on X, he confirmed that three Russian MiG-31 fighter jets entered Estonian airspace, and were confronted by Nato fighters, before they were “forced to flee.”“Such violation is totally unacceptable,” Michal said.ShareUpdated at 13.40 EDTKey events3m agoEstonia requests Nato Article 4 consultation over Russian fighter jets incident25m agoNato’s border ‘tested for reason,’ Lithuanian defence minister warns, references 2015 Turkish decision to shot Russian jet down37m…

Transnet Port Terminals has entered into a 10-year partnership agreement with Liebherr to acquire port equipment that will significantly enhance operational capacity and efficiency. Through this agreement, Transnet will benefit from Liebherr’s local expertise, a strategically managed parts supply, and a dedicated customer service and support network. “This ensures unrivalled reliability, optimised productivity, and seamless operations. The introduction of new Liebherr Ship-to-Shore (STS) and Rubber-Tired Gantry (RTG) cranes, alongside a strengthened lifecycle management strategy, will enhance efficiency, improve cargo flow, and support continued growth at South Africa’s ports,” Transnet said on Thursday. Under the new agreement, Transnet has already placed…

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has presented a 19th package of sanctions on Russia, urging members of the European Union to adopt new sanctions on Russia’s exports of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in an attempt to push Moscow to end its “brutal” war in Ukraine.“Russia’s war economy is sustained by revenues from fossil fuels,” von der Leyen said on Friday. “We want to cut these revenues. So we are banning imports of Russian LNG into European markets.”Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listThe sanctions must be endorsed by all 27 EU member countries before they can enter…

UN General Assembly votes 145-5, allowing President Mahmoud Abbas to address the UNGA next week by video after the US denied him a visa.Published On 19 Sep 202519 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareThe United Nations General Assembly has voted to allow Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas to address its annual gathering of world leaders next week by video link after the United States refused to grant him a visa to travel to New York in person.“The State of Palestine may submit a prerecorded statement of its President, which will be played in the General Assembly Hall,” said the…