Monthly Archives: February 2025

Trump and Zelensky in heated Oval Office talks as U.S.-Ukraine mineral deal discussions collapse amid tensions.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is pictured leaving the White House on February 28, 2025 in Washington, DC. Zelensky is leaving the White House early following a heated meeting in the Oval Office with U.S. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. (Photo by Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Trump-Zelensky Meeting Erupts in Tense Clash as U.S.-Ukraine Mineral Deal Stalls

(EPICSTORIAN) — A high-stakes Oval Office meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky ended in a volatile exchange Friday, as discussions over a proposed mineral resources…

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Rescue teams navigate harsh terrain in search of workers buried by a Himalayan avalanche.
Teams battle extreme weather to rescue trapped workers after a deadly Himalayan avalanche. (Pic: Skynews

Rescuers Race to Save 41 Workers Trapped in Indian Himalayan Avalanche

(EPICSTORIAN) — A massive avalanche struck Uttarakhand’s Chamoli region, leaving 41 road construction workers trapped under heavy snow. Rescue operations are underway, with emergency teams struggling against severe weather to…

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Supporters wave PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan’s image at a rally in Istanbul amid ongoing Kurdish-Turkish tensions
Kurdish man wearing a mask flashes the v-sign as he holds up a flag with a picture of the jailed PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan in Turkey. (Photo by Ulas Tosun/Getty Images)

Kurdish Militant Leader Urges Followers to Disarm, Possibly Ending 50-Year Conflict

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  • Post published:February 27, 2025
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(EPICSTORIAN) — Abdullah Ocalan, the imprisoned leader of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), has called on his followers to lay down their arms and dissolve the organization. His statement, read…

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Donald Trump speaks on Ukraine, stressing European responsibility for security and announcing a U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal with Zelenskyy
U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks at his Mar-a-Lago resort. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)

U.S.-Ukraine Minerals Deal Moves Forward as Trump Shifts Security Burden to Europe

(EPICSTORIAN) — Donald Trump has signaled a shift in US policy on Ukraine, tying the U.S.-Ukraine minerals deal to his insistence that European nations, not Washington, handle the country's security.…

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South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol faces impeachment and trial over martial law crisis.
President Yoon Suk-yeol speaks during a press conference in Seoul, South Korea. (Photo by Jung Yeon-Je - Pool/Getty Images)

South Korean President Fights Impeachment Trial to Regain Office After Foiled Martial Law Decree

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  • Post published:February 27, 2025
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(EPICSTORIAN) — South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is fighting to keep his position and avoid prison after his controversial martial law declaration. The crisis began on December 3 when…

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President Trump announces a $5 million investor visa program, replacing EB-5 to attract foreign investors.
US President Donald Trump speaks to the press in the Oval Office of the White House, in Washington, DC. (Photo by Jim WATSON / AFP) (Photo by JIM WATSON/AFP via Getty Images)

Trump Unveils $5 Million ‘Gold Card’ Pathway to US Citizenship for Wealthy Investors

(EPICSTORIAN) — A new immigration initiative could allow affluent foreign investors to gain U.S. residency through a $5 million “gold card” program, President Donald Trump announced Tuesday. The program, expected…

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Taiwan’s coast guard seizes a Chinese-crewed cargo ship linked to undersea cable disruption near Penghu Islands.
Taiwanese-controlled island and Xiamen in the southeastern Chinese province of Fujian. AFP PHOTO/Patrick LIN (Photo credit should read PATRICK LIN/AFP via Getty Images)

Taiwan Detains Chinese-Crewed Ship Over Undersea Cable Disruption

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  • Post published:February 26, 2025
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(EPICSTORIAN) — Taiwan’s coast guard intercepted a Chinese-crewed cargo ship suspected of damaging an undersea internet cable connecting the island to its outlying Penghu Islands. The Hong Tai, a Togo-flagged…

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Benin Bronzes displayed in a museum, central to Nigeria’s efforts to reclaim its looted heritage.
Benin Bronze sculpture stands in a display at Rautenstrauch-Joest Museum. Photo: Oliver Berg/dpa (Photo by Oliver Berg/picture alliance via Getty Images)

Nigeria’s Museum Authority and Royal Palace Finalize Benin Bronzes Custody Agreement

(EPICSTORIAN) — Nigeria’s National Commission for Museums and Monuments (NCMM) will manage the return of the Benin Bronzes, working in alignment with the Oba of Benin, who holds ownership and…

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Read more about the article US Graduate Funding Cuts Drive Chinese PhD Students to Home Institutions
BEIJING, CHINA - APRIL 29: Graduates attend 2023 Tsinghua University Degree Commencement Ceremony on April 29, 2023 in Beijing, China. (Photo by Hou Yu/China News Service/VCG via Getty Images)

US Graduate Funding Cuts Drive Chinese PhD Students to Home Institutions

(EPICSTORIAN) —China’s top universities intensify efforts to enroll overseas Chinese students into PhD programs following US funding cuts. Financial constraints and shifting policies in the United States have led to…

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Vice President Kashim Shettima addresses senior police officers on strengthening Nigeria’s internal security at a national conference.
Vice President Shettima Urges Security Synergy to Combat Crime at Police Conference. (Pic: Kahim Shettima/FB)

Nigeria’s Vice President Shettima Calls for Stronger Security Collaboration at Police Conference

(EPICSTORIAN) — Vice President Kashim Shettima has urged Nigeria’s security agencies to strengthen cooperation in the fight against terrorism, banditry, and kidnapping. Representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the fifth…

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Scientists at Wuhan Institute of Virology analyze a newly discovered bat coronavirus capable of entering human cells.
Lab Scientists at Wuhan Institute of Virology and the Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences. (Photo by VCG/VCG via Getty Images)

Wuhan Lab Scientists Fear New Bat Coronavirus in China Could Infect Humans

(EPICSTORIAN)— Researchers at the Wuhan Institute of Virology have identified a new bat-borne coronavirus, HKU5-CoV-2, that can bind to human ACE2 receptors, a key entry point for viruses like SARS-CoV-2.…

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Legendary singer Roberta Flack performing in 2012, remembered for her iconic hit Killing Me Softly.
Musician Roberta Flack in a press room at the 52nd Annual GRAMMY Awards. (Photo by Michael Tran/FilmMagic)

Roberta Flack, Grammy-Winning Singer of ‘Killing Me Softly,’ Dies at 88

(EPICSTORIAN) — Roberta Flack, the legendary singer behind timeless hits like Killing Me Softly With His Song and The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face, has died at the…

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Justin Bieber responds to speculation about his appearance, denying drug use and focusing on fatherhood and music.
Justin Bieber Denies Drug Use Claims, Citing Newborn Parenting and Studio Sessions as Causes of Fatigue. Justin Bieber is seen in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by thecelebrityfinder/Bauer-Griffin/GC/ Johnny Nunez/Getty Images

Justin Bieber Rejects Drug Use Rumors Following Public Concern Over Health

(EPICSTORIAN) — Justin Bieber has spoken out against growing speculation about his health after recent public appearances led to concerns over his well-being. His representative dismissed claims of drug use,…

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Police in Paris investigate after an American tourist allegedly threw her newborn from a Paris hotel window, leading to its death.
Paris authorities investigate after an American tourist allegedly throws newborn from hotel window. Pic: Google Street View

American Tourist Arrested After Newborn Thrown From Paris Hotel Window

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  • Post published:February 24, 2025
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(EPICSTORIAN) — A newborn died after falling from a second-floor window of a Paris hotel, leading to the arrest of an 18-year-old American tourist. Emergency responders arrived at the scene…

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Police officers at OR Tambo Airport seize R7.5 million worth of cocaine from two South African suspects.
Police uncover drug smuggling operation at OR Tambo, confiscating R7.5 million worth of cocaine from two South Africans. Pic: South African Police Service

Police Seize R7.5 Million in Cocaine, Arrest Two at OR Tambo Airport

(EPICSTORIAN) — Police at OR Tambo International Airport intercepted two South African nationals attempting to smuggle cocaine valued at R7.5 million. The suspects arrived separately from Brazil before being taken…

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CDU leader Friedrich Merz celebrates projected election victory as Germany faces coalition talks and rising far-right influence.
Friedrich Merz speaks to voters. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)

‘We Need to Get a Viable Government in Germany’—Merz Says After CDU/CSU Wins Most Votes in Germany

(EPICSTORIAN) — Friedrich Merz, leader of Germany’s Christian Democratic Union (CDU), declared victory after exit polls projected the CDU/CSU bloc securing the largest vote share in the federal election. The…

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Hawaii man walks free after DNA evidence proves wrongful conviction in 1994 murder case.
Hawaii man exonerated after 30 years in prison as DNA evidence overturns wrongful conviction.( Photograph :Hawaii News Now)

Hawaii Man Freed After 30 Years in Prison as DNA Evidence Overturns Conviction

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  • Post published:February 22, 2025
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(EPICSTORIAN) — A judge in Hawaii has vacated the conviction of a man who spent 30 years behind bars for a murder he always denied committing. New DNA evidence prompted…

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Read more about the article Breaking: Hackers Steal $1.4 Billion in Ethereum from Bybit in Cyberattack
Bybit logo displayed on a phone screen is seen in this illustration photo taken in Krakow, Poland.(Photo illustration by Jakub Porzycki/NurPhoto via Getty Images)

Breaking: Hackers Steal $1.4 Billion in Ethereum from Bybit in Cyberattack

(EPICSTORIAN) — Bybit has reported a security breach involving one of its Ethereum (ETH) cold wallets after a cyberattack allowed unauthorized transactions. The exchange stated that attackers manipulated a transaction…

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Convicted murderer Joshua Dotson, 24, sentenced to 261 years in Tennessee for multiple killings, including his ex-girlfriend’s murder
Joshua Dotson Jailed for 261 Years in Tennessee Killings. Image: Facebook/TBI Most Wanted

Tennessee ‘Serial Killer’ Jailed for 261 Years After Trial Verdict

(EPICSTORIAN) — A Tennessee man who described himself as a "serial killer" and compared his actions to the fictional murderer Michael Myers will spend the rest of his life behind…

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Senate President Godswill Akpabio orders Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s removal amid chamber dispute over seat reassignment.
Senate erupts as Akpabio orders Natasha’s removal, sparking a heated confrontation over legislative seat reassignments. (Photograph: AIT/IMAGES)

Senator Natasha Clashes With Akpabio Over Seat Assignment in Fiery Senate Session

A dramatic scene unfolded in the Senate on Thursday as Senate President Godswill Akpabio ordered the removal of Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, from the chamber. The directive followed…

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Nigerian drug cartel leader K. Jeff arrested for smuggling drugs into South Korea.
K. Jeff is arrested in Lagos, Nigeria, on Feb. 13 in a photo released Thursday. (Pic:National Intelligence Service)

Nigerian Drug Cartel Leader Arrested in Lagos for Smuggling Meth into Korea

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  • Post published:February 20, 2025
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(EPICSTORIAN) — A Nigerian man suspected of being a drug cartel leader and controlling a global narcotics network has been arrested in Lagos. Identified as K. Jeff, the 59-year-old was…

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Nigerian Minister Mohammed Idris discusses importance of reciprocal visa policies and economic growth at a diplomatic meeting in Ethiopia.
Nigeria Demands Fair Visa Treatment for Businesses Expanding Globally

Nigeria seeks reciprocal visa policies with Ethiopia

(EPICSTORIAN) — The Federal  Government of Nigeria has called for more reciprocal visa policies to support Nigerian businesses looking to establish operations abroad. Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed…

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Boris Johnson speaking at a political event, urging Europe to release frozen Russian assets for Ukraine’s defense
Boris Johnson onstage at the Fortune Global Forum in New York City. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images for Fortune Media)

‘Unlock Russian Funds and Get Serious’— Johnson Slams European Allies

(EPICSTORIAN) — Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has sharply criticized European governments for failing to release billions in frozen Russian assets, urging immediate action to support Ukraine in its…

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Anambra police officers mobilize search teams after two suspects in lawmaker’s murder case escape during an operation
Police intensify manhunt after two key suspects in Anambra lawmaker’s murder escape custody during an operation.(Pic: AnambraNews)

Two Suspects Escape in Anambra Lawmaker Murder Case as Police Launch Manhunt

Anambra, Nigeria (EPICSTORIAN) — A statewide manhunt is underway in Anambra after two key suspects in the murder of Hon. Justice Azuka, a member of the State House of Assembly…

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