Russia’s Victory Day celebrations, marking the 79th anniversary of its defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, kicked off Thursday with a scaled-back military parade in Moscow’s Red Square with President Vladimir Putin saying his country was going through…
Russian forces launch full invasion of Ukraine
Russia has launched an all-out invasion of Ukraine by land, air and sea, the biggest attack by one state against another in Europe since World War II and confirmation of the worst fears of the West. The attacks began on…
Sefi Atta’s ‘Death Road’ to premiere at 12th Jos Festival of Theatre
The 12th Jos Festival of Theatre organised by Jos Repertory Theatre (JRT) with US Mission Nigeria support will not only serve as avenue for the world premiere of Sefi Atta’s Death Road, but also feature several local and international plays.…
Japanese emperor stresses his peaceful reign ahead of abdication (DW)
More than 75,000 well-wishers have visited Tokyo’s Imperial Palace to celebrate Emperor Akihito’s 85th birthday. In an emotional address, he remembered those killed in World War II. Japan’s Emperor Akihito told his compatriots in a recorded address on Sunday he…