Nigerian church roof collapse kills at least 60 in Akwa Ibom
In Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, the Reigners Bible Church International under construction collapsed during a ceremony to ordain founder Akan Weeks as bishop. Gov. Adam Emmanuel and Weeks survived. at least 60 bodies have been recovered as rescue operations continue. An inquiry will probe building standards amid broader graft concerns.
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Weeks
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Kenyan chemical tanker crash kills over 30 on Nairobi road
A tanker carrying chemicals crashed downhill near Nairobi to Naivasha injuring 10 and killing more than 30 as eleven vehicles burned. Rescue teams and Red Cross workers recovered bodies amid debris. police cite high speed and speed bumps as causes.
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Naivasha
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National Transport and Safety Authority
Bomb blasts in Istanbul kill 29 near Besiktas stadium
Two explosions hit near Besiktas stadium in Istanbul after a football match, killing 29 including 27 police and injuring 166 with some in serious condition. Police detained about 10 suspects as authorities condemn the terror attack. Witnesses heard gunfire and a second car bomb followed the first blast. Erdogan vowed to overcome terrorism.
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Bursaspor
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South Koreans protest Park Geun-hye impeachment verdict
Tens of thousands march in Seoul near the Blue House as lawmakers impeach President Park Geun-hye. Crowds wave yellow balloons and chant for her removal while authorities estimate up to 600000 protesters. Prime Minister Hwang Kyo-ahn acts as caretaker until court ruling. Prosecutors accuse Park of colluding with Choi Soon-sil for extortion and influence.
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Blue House
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Kim Hye-in
Hwang Kyo-ahn
Choi Soon-sil
Kerry urges Russia to allow Aleppo evacuations
Secretary of State John Kerry pressed Russia to permit civilian and fighter evacuations from eastern Aleppo, signaling a potential path to a political solution. He spoke with French, German, and Qatari counterparts in Paris and said talks could begin without a nationwide cease-fire, contingent on confidence-building steps and Russian cooperation.
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New York sees near record low shootings despite crime rise
New York City police credit refined tactics and data driven arrests for a shooting decline through December 4 with 942 incidents and 313 killings, amid debates on causes. Chicago trails with over 700 killings and rising gun violence while NYPD shifts to targeted policing and evidence led investigations.
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