KANO, Nigeria (AFP) — A suspected Boko Haram suicide bomber disguised in school uniform killed 47 students in north-east Nigeria yesterday in one of the worst attacks against schools teaching a so-called Western curriculum. The explosion ripped through an all-boys school in Potiskum just as students...
Members of the Beyhive rejoice! Beyonce is back with more flawless music. Turning out a surprise 17-track visual album might be enough for a year’s work for some artists. Others might draw the line at said critically acclaimed album and an insanely successful world tour. Fewer...
LONDON, (AFP) - A woman was murdered in an "act of cannibalism" and her suspected attacker died after he was tasered by police at a British hotel, the BBC reported on Thursday. Police said a murder investigation was underway after the death of the 22-year-old woman...
HAGATNA, Guam (AFP) - Voters in the Pacific territory of Guam have backed legalising medical marijuana, despite opposition from governor Eddie Calvo, early results from a referendum showed Wednesday. About 56 percent of islanders were in favour of the move, according to preliminary results from the...
LOS ANGELES, United States (AFP) - Voters in the US capital backed legalizing marijuana Tuesday, in a symbolic victory for campaigners aiming to build on two states' 2012 decision to allow weed for recreational purposes. Washington DC approved the measure by 64 percent in favor and...