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The 83-year-old justice bashed Trump in an end-of-term interview Thursday Predicted that Democrat Hillary Clinton will become the next president Ginsburg said everything would be 'up for grabs' if Trump won the election

A helicopter similar to this was shot down east of Palmyra Two Russian pilots have been killed after their military helicopter was shot down by fighters of so-called Islamic State, the Russian military is quoted as saying by local media.

  North Korea fired a ballistic missile from a submarine on Saturday, but it appears to have failed soon after launch, South Korea's military said. The launch comes at the end of a week of sharply rising tensions on the Korean Peninsula, and only a day after the United States and South Korea pledged to deploy an advanced anti-missile system to counter threats from Pyongyang

Some elders and traditional rulers from the eight local government areas of Bayelsa State on Friday alleged that some of President Muhammadu Buhari’s aides who hail from the Niger Delta were frustrating the proposed dialogue between the Federal Government and the new militant groups led by the Niger Delta Avengers. Some elders and traditional rulers from the eight local government areas of Bayelsa State on Friday alleged that some of President Muhammadu Buhari’s aides who hail from the Niger Delta were frustrating the proposed dialogue between the Federal Government and the new militant groups led by the Niger Delta Avengers.

This time, Serena Williams wouldn't be denied. Deprived of a record-tying 22nd grand slam title in the Australian Open and French Open finals this year, Williams got to No. 22 Saturday by defeating a dogged Angelique Kerber 7-5 6-3 in a high-quality Wimbledon final. It was the same Kerber who beat Williams in Melbourne in January but the world No. 1 turned the tables on the grass at the All England Club with a clinical display of power tennis amid windy conditions.

There was no sign yet of any panic buying but the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC) cautioned members of the public against any form of panic purchase. People queue with their vehicles to buy fuel in front of a fuel station at Agege district in Lagos, Nigeria April 5, 2016. To match NIGERIA-OIL/ REUTERS/Akintunde Akinleye  Nigeria's state oil company on Friday urged motorists not to engage in panic petrol buying, a day after a trade union representing oil workers began a strike that raised fears of future fuel shortages. Petrol shortages caused lengthy queues for motorists seeking to fill their tanks earlier this year after fuel importers struggled to find dollars needed to pay for refined oil products due to foreign exchange restrictions imposed by the central bank.

Less than one week after the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) took over management of Skye Bank, the apex bank has disclosed that “one or two others” were in distress. CBN had earlier in the week dissolved the board of Skye Bank. It explained that the decision was a measure to prevent a total collapse of the bank. Skye Bank is believed to have an estimated non-performing loan portfolio of N700bn, much of which is due to an over exposure in the oil and gas sector.

SCOTT Disick has been trying to make amends to his ex-girlfriend Kourtney Kardashian. On the latest series of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, the former couple have been spending time together while taking care of their three children. But it seems that Scott isn't happy with being 'just friends.'

Getty Images Former Prime Minister, Tony Blair spoke of his pain It felt like something verging on pity as I watched Tony Blair answer questions on Chilcot. I looked at his quivering lips, his moist, dead eyes and listened to his thin croaky voice defiantly defending what he had done. He made me believe I was watching a man haunted and broken by his past deeds. But then I remembered the dead eyes and quivering lips of those families whose loved ones died for nothing in a war ordered by a man who, even now, believes he saved the world.

AMBER Rose has revealed that she wants to join Taylor Swift’s squad. The model made the announcement during the premiere of The Amber Rose Show, also adding in a dig at her ex Kanye West. The 32 year old said: “Taylor seems to be having a great time partying with her squad and her new bae in Rhode Island on the fourth of July. “Her boy, Tom Hiddleston, rocked a ‘I Heart TS’ tank top.

The new arrangement will be piloted for three months at KIA before it is carried out at other entry points. The new arrangement will be piloted for for three months at KIA before it is carried out at other entry points. The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) has announced the implementation of free visa regime for Africa nationalswhose countries do not free visa agreement with Ghana. In a statement on Friday July 8, GIS said: “The Ghana Immigration Service (GIS) wishes to bring to the attention of the general public that, with immediate effect, all African Union (AU) Nationals whose countries do not have a visa free agreement Ghana would be able to obtain visas on arrival at the Kotoka International Airport [KIA]."

Kim Kardashian is the latest celebrity to comment on the deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile[Wenn] KUWTK star joins celebrities in voicing outrage over deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile KIM Kardashian has joined the long list of celebrities who have voiced outrage over the recent deaths of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile. The KUWTK star said she was “completely heartbroken” after watching videos of the two men who were shot dead by police.

President Obama said it was not a return to the situation in the 60s US President Barack Obama says the US is "not as divided as some have suggested" in the wake of fatal shootings involving African-Americans .

Usain Bolt suffered a grade one hamstring tear earlier this month Sprinter travelled to France to seek specialist help from a German doctor The Jamaican confirmed that he will fit to compete in London on July

Manchester United hero Paul Parker explains why fans should be wary of Jose Mourinho and Zlatan Ibrahimovic Jose Mourinho was unveiled by Man United earlier this month (Picture: Getty) Manchester United hero Paul Parker has suggested Jose Mourinho and Zlatan Ibrahimovic will struggle at the club.

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O’Neill said at the conclusion of a three-hour hearing in the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas that the case should proceed to trial on those counts A Pennsylvania, United States of America judge on Thursday denied Bill Cosby’s latest bid to have the sexual assault charges against him thrown out. The court ruled that the 78-year-old comedian must stand trial in the case. Judge Steven O’Neill rejected Cosby’s arguments that prosecutors violated his rights by refusing to call the accuser, Andrea Constand, as a witness at a preliminary hearing in May, thus shielding her from cross-examination. O’Neill said at the conclusion of a three-hour hearing in the Montgomery County Court of Common Pleas that the case should proceed to trial on those counts.

Portugal will face hosts France in the final of Euro 2016 on Sunday. Here is a guide to the form of the two teams, looking at their strengths and weaknesses. PORTUGAL A combination of tactical discipline, determination and moments of inspiration from Cristiano Ronaldo have taken Portugal to the final. Portugal's approach has been cautious rather than defensive, but even so, their performances have failed to endear them to the neutrals and they go into the final as outsiders. They drew all their group games and were heading for an early exit as they trailed to Hungary before scraping a 3-3 draw which took them through as one of the best third-placed teams.

The pair, who were separated following allegations of cheating had stayed cordial until the recent poisoning accusation came to the fore. Toyin Aimakhu and husband Adeniyi Johnson (Instagram) Toyin Aimakhu's ex-husband, Niyi Johnson, has dismissed reports suggesting that he has been making attempts to reconcile with the actress since their marriage ended following allegations of infidelity. According to Johnson, the actress had been the one making moves to ensure that they get back together, and he has proof to back up his claim.

' Image copyrightAFPImage captionJohnson served in the US Army Reserve from 2009 to 2015, including a tour of Afghanistan Micah Johnson, the man accused of killing five police officers in a gun attack during a protest rally in Dallas, acted alone, officials believe. "We believe now the city is safe," Mayor Mike Rawlings said. Bomb-making material, rifles and a combat journal were found at the home of Johnson, who was himself killed. The Dallas protest was against the killing of black men by police, and similar rallies drew thousands across many US cities on Friday.

Peter, Paul and Jude Okoye have had series of running battles in the past few years, which ultimately culminated in the disintegration of Psquare in February 2016. Peter and Paul went separate ways to pursue their personal ambitions and solo careers but not without promising fans that Psquare wouldn’t die, that they would always collaborate musically. The latest attempt to bring that promise to fruition has suffered some setbacks and is fast degenerating into a major controversy. Psquare was billed to perform in Congo at two concerts slated to hold on Friday, July 8 and Saturday, July 9 but Peter has denied endorsing the appearance.

Davido and his crew are currently in Congo. The superstar was scheduled to perform at a show last night but unfortunately he could not. He shared the details on his snapchat saying that a riot broke out between the police and his fans and things got really crazy. He also added that one of the people that were supposed to open for him got raped as a result.

More than 100 Al Shabaab terrorists raided Diff Police station in Wajir on Friday night, stealing firearms and bullets. They left one police officer wounded, and are believed to have escaped with serious injuries during an exchange of fire with officers during the 1 am incident. Inspector General of Police Joseph Boinnet confirmed the incident but did not give further details on what was stolen from the station.

  The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation has reaffirmed its intention to repair all damaged oil pipelines attacked by the Niger Delta Avengers while outlining a 12-point plan to create an all-inclusive internal advisory console of security, Vanguard reports. Newly appointed General Managing Director, Maikantu Baru who replaced Minister of State for Petroleum Resources, Ibe Kachikwu as GMD rolled out the 12-point programme for the NNPC to reform it along with the Nigerian petroleum industry.

Alhaji M. K. Ahmad, the bank’s new Chairman, assured shareholders, depositors and customers that the bank was not in distress and would be stabilised The new management of Skye Bank Plc on Friday said they would shore up the bank’s liquidity to enhance its profitability within the shortest period. Tokunbo Abiru, Skye Bank’s new Managing director, made the declaration during a courtesy visit to the Nigerian Stock Exchange in Lagos to address the market on the status of the bank. Abiru said the new management came on an intervention mission and would work on key areas to boost the bank’s confidence. He stated that the bank’s cost per income ratio would be brought to an acceptable level. Alhaji M. K. Ahmad, the bank’s new Chairman, assured shareholders, depositors and customers that the bank was not in distress and would be stabilised.

Materazzi reveals that what he said to Zidane in 2006 World cup final was stupid, but didn’t deserve the head-butt – He denies insulting Zidane’s mother – He says he spoke about Zidane’s sister instead Ten years after receiving Zinedine Zidane’s infamous head-butt at the 2006 World Cup final, former Italy international, Marco Materazzi has finally revealed what he said to Real Madrid’s present coach. Media reports had suggested Materazzi had insulted Zidane’s mother, but the 42-year-old insists that was not the case, Goal.com reports.

Kashamu, a billionaire and major sponsor of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) alleges a grand plot to either abduct or assassinate him – The senator from Ogun state has been neck-deep in a drug allegation scandal with many believing that he is wanted in the US – The senior legislator is raising the alarm and calling on his family, friends and Nigerians to be aware his life is in danger Prince Buruji Kashamu, the senator representing Ogun east senatorial district at the National Assembly, has revealed plans by some unnamed people to assassinate him. Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Senator Buruji Kashamu fears for his life

Allagoa noted that aside looking at documents in litigation, proving a forged matter required adequate clarification and additional proof by experts before a forgery claim could be established in law A Federal High Court sitting in Owerri, Imo State on Friday dismissed the suit filed by Chief Friday Nwosu seeking to remove from office Governor Okezie Ikpeazu of Abia State. Nwosu, a Peoples Democratic Party gubernatorial aspirant during the December 8, 2014 primaries, had approached the court requesting that he be declared the Abia State governor. He contended that this was because Ikpeazu was not qualified to represent the Peoples Democratic Party for the 2015 election.

Interim coach of the Super Eagles, Salisu Yusuf, has expressed his joy at making a three-man shortlist of coaches to be interviewed for the job on Monday. Yusuf, Paul Le Guen and Tom Sainfiet, are the managers who have been shortlisted by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). “I’m honoured by the trust and confidence shown by the federation and Nigerians in general that I can shoulder the responsibility at this level,” Yusuf, who has assisted Stephen Keshi, Sunday Oliseh and Samson Siasia, said.

National Chairman, All Progressives Congress, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun In this interview with JOHN ALECHENU, National Chairman of the All  Progressives Congress, Chief John Odigie-Oyegun, speaks about the challenges of managing the nation, President Buhari’s policies and other national issues. Excerpts

Associated Press Serena Williams celebrates her semifinals win at Wimbledon 2016 On Saturday, Angelique Kerber and Serena Williams will meet in a Grand Slam final for the second time this year, providing the perfect opportunity for Williams to avenge her loss at this year's Australian Open and finally secure her 22nd Grand Slam title.

 Ado-Ekiti state Governor, Ayodele Fayose has described his current travails against the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission over a N4.7 billion arms scam as a plot by President Muhammadu Buhari to settle political scores, Vanguard reports. He said that additional charges against him by the EFCC alleging that he procured N1.5 billion in properties using phoney companies was masterminded by the All Progressives Party, APC to ruin the chances of his party in the 2018 governorship poll. Fayose, speaking during a rally held in Ekiti denied all allegations against him and rubbished claims that he procured any money from the Office of National Security Advisor. News24 Nigeria reported that Fayose yesterday confirmed one of the allegations leveled against him by the EFCC. Fayose confirmed the presence of the sum of N300 million in one of the Zenith Bank Plc accounts seized by the anti-graft agency. He however maintained that he deposited the money into his fixed deposit accoun...

France's Antoine Griezmann has been the star of Euro 2016. Ahead of Sunday's final against Portugal, we look at his unlikely rise to the top. He was deemed too small by French clubs as a youngster. He was deemed too expensive by Fulham just two years ago. But Antoine Griezmann has stood head and shoulders above the rest at Euro 2016.

Cristiano Ronaldo will relish taking on the whole of France in Sunday's Euro 2016 final, according to his former Manchester United team-mate Rio Ferdinand.

Anibeze, Atlanta There are more than one person in the Samson Siasia that this reporter has observed closely here in the Olympic team’s camp in Atlanta, USA. There’s Siasia the coach. We have Siasia the team marketer, Siasia the father and Siasia the Public Relations man for NIGERIA.

CBN Governor Godwin Emefiele On June 15, 2016, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) issued revised guidelines for the operation of the Nigerian inter-bank foreign exchange market. The guideline removed tight currency controls on the naira. The policy liberalised the exchange market and exchange rate regime,

Image copyrightAPImage captionNorth Korea has conducted a series of missile launches in recent months North Korea has test-fired a ballistic missile from a submarine, South Korea's military says. It says the missile was launched in waters east of the Korean peninsula - the latest in a recent series of tests.