A fire broke out at Terminal 1 of Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, forcing the closure of the airspace. Ten staff members were trapped in the control tower, but emergency teams responded immediately. No casualties have been reported. Follow for live updates on the situation.

Fire Shuts Lagos Airspace, Ten Trapped at Airport Control Tower

The partial US government shutdown has officially ended after President Donald Trump signed a new funding bill. This move restores federal operations and ensures government services resume normally. This video covers the bill signing, reactions from lawmakers, and implications for federal employees and citizens.

US Government Shutdown Ends After Trump Signs Funding Bill 

U.S. President Donald Trump's approval rating has dropped to a new low of 37%, according to a recent poll. A majority of Americans believe he went too far on immigration policies, which they say have damaged the U.S.'s global standing. Economic dissatisfaction and ongoing government shutdown concerns have further contributed to the decline in public support.

USA: Independents Turn Away From Trump | Drop In Approval Imminent?

Flight operators were expecting a record surge in Thanksgiving air travel in 2025. But a 43-day government shutdown has sharply weakened demand. Weeks of delays, cancellations and uncertainty pushed many travelers to abandon flight plans, especially once the shutdown passed the one-month mark.


Impact of US shutdown: Aviation trends in the US 

South African women’s rights groups are calling for nationwide protests to demand that gender-based violence (GBV) be declared a national disaster.
The campaign began as a viral social media movement and will culminate in a nationwide shutdown on Friday, just ahead of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg.

Purple For GBV: South Africa Women Demand GBV Declared National Disaster

The U.S. government is facing a potential shutdown as lawmakers negotiate spending bills. discussions are ongoing in congress to reach a compromise before critical deadlines. Political analysts continue to monitor developments as the outcome could affect government operations and public services across the country.

Will U.S. Government Shutdown End Soon?

U.S. Senate: The U.S. Senate has advanced a bipartisan plan to end the longest government shutdown in history, with eight Democrats joining Republicans in voting to move the deal forward. This plan includes funding government operations through January 30 and advances three appropriations bills covering Agriculture, Veterans Affairs, and other departments.

US Shutdown: US Lawmakers Push Bipartisan Plan to Reopen Government

 BBC Director-General Tim Davie and News CEO Deborah Turness have resigned following backlash over a Panorama documentary that misleadingly edited U.S. President Donald Trump’s January 6 speech. The edited footage made it appear Trump explicitly encouraged the Capitol riot, sparking widespread criticism of the broadcaster’s editorial judgment. Both leaders took accountability amid calls for the BBC to issue a formal apology as it faces scrutiny over impartiality and bias claims. The controversy has led to a major leadership shakeup within the corporation.​

BBC Boss Resigns Over Edited Trump Video | Report Says U.S. Shutdown Deal Reached 

After 40 tense days, America’s longest-ever government shutdown may finally end. A bipartisan Senate group has reached a deal to reopen federal operations and reinstate affected employees, ensuring protections against future mass dismissals. As Washington moves toward resolution, millions of Americans wait to see how this political standoff reshapes Capitol Hill’s balance of power.


OIL Gains On Optimism: US Government To Reopen


As America gears for the upcoming thanksgiving holiday, grocery giants are promising cheaper feasts, but there’s a catch. They are all cutting prices by trading down to private label brands and offering fewer items. Retailers say they’re responding to shoppers who are spending less and looking for value over variety.


Record Shutdown Casts Shadow on Thanksgiving Cheer 

As America gears for the upcoming thanksgiving holiday, grocery giants are promising cheaper feasts, but there’s a catch. They are all cutting prices by trading down to private label brands and offering fewer items. Retailers say they’re responding to shoppers who are spending less and looking for value over variety.


The US government shutdown has now entered its 36th day, making it the longest shutdown in American history.
Millions of federal workers continue to face uncertainty, while political negotiations remain deadlocked in Washington. Analysts warn of growing economic and social impacts, as critical services remain halted and public frustration mounts.


Longest Government Shutdown in US History Hits Economy

The U.S. government shutdown has now entered a record-breaking 36th day, causing widespread disruption across federal services and the aviation sector. The Federal Aviation Administration may cut flights at dozens of major airports, while air traffic controllers and TSA agents work without pay. Millions of Americans face delayed flights, longer security lines, and reduced public services. Political tensions remain high as President Trump urges Republicans to end the Senate filibuster to pass a funding bill, while Democrats demand extensions to health insurance subsidies. This crisis has already furloughed 750,000 federal workers and threatens to escalate further.

America Braces for Mass Chaos as Record Government Shutdown Threatens FAA Flight Cuts | GRAVITAS

Hours after Democrats scored major wins in elections nationwide, President Donald Trump addressed the results, saying they’re not “good for anybody.” Trump blamed the government shutdown in part for GOP losses and demanded the Senate end the filibuster.


Trump calls shutdown a 'big factor' in democratic wins, demands senate 'terminate' filibuster

President Donald Trump delivered a fiery address to Republican senators, blaming Democrats for the ongoing government shutdown and urging the GOP to “stand strong” against what he called “reckless spending and open-border policies.” Speaking to a packed audience, Trump accused Democratic leaders of putting politics before the American people and vowed that Republicans would “restore fiscal sanity and secure the border.”

Trump Addresses Republican Senators | Blames Democrats For Shutdown

A new survey shows President Donald Trump’s approval rating stuck at 43%, with 57% disapproval, reflecting continued dissatisfaction amid sweeping changes in tariffs, immigration, and healthcare.
 Meanwhile, 78% of Americans express strong support for vaccines, even as Trump’s Health Secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., faces backlash for moves to restrict vaccine access. The data points to bipartisan trust in public health measures, even in a divided political climate.

Trump’s Approval Rating Remains Underwater As People Blame Republicans For Government Shutdown

With no deal in sight, the U.S. government shutdown continues to disrupt operations, causing a significant slowdown in data flow and public services. Many federal agencies have halted or reduced activities, impacting everything from economic reports to public safety.

Republicans and Democrats Continue to Trade Barbs, Breakthrough Nowhere in Sight

 Investors don't need the official government jobs report to see that the US Labour market has already shifted into a lower gear. Private-sector indicators clearly point to a slow down in US Job growth even without government data to show it. The marquee payrolls data from the bureau of labor statistics was not published on Friday due to the government shutdown. However, other data in recent days pointed to sluggish hiring, limited layoffs, modest pay gains and easing demand for workers in September. 

US Job Growth Slowing Even Without Data To Show It

US Government is officially shut down for the first time in nearly seven years. Federal operations are now drastically curtailed, as it affect millions of Americans and raise urgent questions about how long this standoff will last. And will it impact the 2026 mid-term polls in US? Watch this video.


US Govt Shutdown: White House Warns Of Mass Layoffs As Gridlock Continues Into Next Week

President Donald Trump is considering cutting thousands of federal jobs.
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the administration is reviewing agencies that don't align with its priorities, calling some 'a waste of taxpayer dollars.'

US Government Shutdown: What All Is Affected As Deadlock Drags On

Trump Eyes ‘Thousands’ Of Federal Job Cuts During Shutdown

White House Faces Debt, Shutdown Pressure 

US Government is officially shut down for the first time in nearly seven years. Federal operations are now drastically curtailed, as it affect millions of Americans and raise urgent questions about how long this standoff will last. And will it impact the 2026 mid-term polls in US? Watch this video.

US Government Shutdown: Trump Uses Shutdown To Trigger Firings And Political Punishment

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