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Niyi is a senior data editor at NiyiDaram

Three judges who oversaw Family Court hearings involving Sara Sharif in the years before she was murdered can be named for the first time following a legal appeal. Sara Sharif’s father, Urfan Sharif, 43, and stepmother, Beinash Batool, 30, have been sentenced to life imprisonment for her murder in Woking, Surrey, in 2023. Following their convictions, media outlets gained access to past Family Court hearings regarding Sara’s care. However, a High Court ruling initially barred the media from naming the three judges involved in the case: Judge Alison Raeside, Judge Peter Nathan, and Judge Sally Williams. Mr. Justice Williams issued…

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Dwyane Wade, the retired NBA player, recently opened up about his “shocking” kidney cancer diagnosis, which came over a year after he underwent surgery in December 2023 to remove a cancerous tumor from his right kidney. In the latest episode of his podcast, “The Why With Dwyane Wade,” he shared his experience and emotions surrounding this challenging health issue. Wade shared the symptoms he experienced before his kidney cancer diagnosis. Apart from stomach issues and cramps, he wondered why his urine stream felt “weak.” “Why is my pee coming out slowly, why is my stream not powerful? Why is it…

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President Donald Trump blamed the previous administration’s DEI policies for the deadly mid-air collision that claimed 67 lives near Reagan National Airport on Wednesday night. Trump claimed that the Biden administration prioritized hiring based on physical characteristics and sexuality over skills and the best candidate for the job. GOP lawmakers argued that the FAA rejected qualified candidates for air traffic controller positions because they were white men. During a press briefing at the White House on Thursday, Trump accused former presidents Joe Biden and Barack Obama of prioritizing politics over safety. Trump rails against FAA DEI practices: “The FAA’s diversity…

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Former First Lady Michelle Obama displayed a united front with her husband, Barack Obama, amidst rumors of their impending divorce. These rumors gained traction after Barack attended Jimmy Carter’s funeral without Michelle, and he also appeared at Donald Trump’s Inauguration without his wife, who was at home in Hawaii. Friends of the Obamas seemed to corroborate these rumors, suggesting that Barack is dating “Friends” actress Jennifer Aniston. In an October 2024 appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live, Aniston dismissed the rumors, stating that she had only met Barack once and knew Michelle better. However, insider Meghan McCain appeared to confirm the…

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Family and friends of the victims of the tragic American Airlines and Army helicopter collision are paying their respects online, eagerly awaiting further information about the cause of this devastating incident. The midair crash, which occurred approximately 9 p.m. on Wednesday, resulted in the collision of an Army helicopter and an American Airlines plane near Reagan National Airport outside Washington, D.C. Tragically, all 67 individuals onboard both aircraft are presumed deceased. Tim Lilley, a proud father of 28-year-old Sam Lilley, who was identified as the first officer on American Airlines flight 5342, expressed his profound grief in a heartfelt Facebook…

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Billionaire Microsoft founder Bill Gates expressed surprise during an interview published on Thursday about Silicon Valley’s recent shift to the right. Gates, who supported former Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election, acknowledged that he had always perceived Silicon Valley as being left-of-center. He expressed his surprise at the significant presence of a right-of-center group in the region. After President Donald Trump’s victory, Gates met with him and reported that the president was receptive to the issues he had raised. Gates reiterated his intention to engage with the current administration in a similar manner to the first Trump administration.…

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THE BISHOP of Liverpool has stepped down after allegations of sexual assault and harassment. The Rt Rev Dr John Perumbalath confirmed today he will be resigning from his role.Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell made the announcement today Credit: Alamy The Bishop of Liverpool informed the public that he had been approached by Channel 4 regarding a story that allegedly contains allegations of inappropriate behavior by him against two different women. However, Dr. Perumbalath clarified that his decision to retire from active ministry in the Church of England was not a result of any fault or admission of liability. In a…

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Heidi Klum’s son Henry Samuel made his runway debut at Paris Fashion Week in Paris, France. The 19-year-old aspiring model walked in the Lena Erziak Haute Couture Spring-Summer 2025 runway show at Hotel le Marois in Paris on Tuesday, Jan. 28. Proud mom Heidi took to Instagram to share a video of her son walking the runway. In the clip, Henry wore a black open back satin jacket with matching pants and a black satin sash tied around his waist. “So proud of you Henry – Opening the Lena Erziak Haute Couture Show in Paris @henrysamle @lena_erziak,” Heidi wrote in…

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What we know A regional jet carry 60 passengers and four crew members collided with an Army helicopter in midair near Reagan Washington National Airport late Wednesday. The two aircraft crashed into the Potomac River, where a massive rescue operation is underway with at least 12 bodies recovered so far, NBC Washington reported. American Eagle Flight 5342 was arriving from Wichita, Kansas, parent company American Airlines said. The U.S. Army Black Hawk helicopter involved was carrying three people, Washington Mayor Muriel Bowser said. American figure skaters, coaches and family members who had been at camp in Wichita were among the…

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President Donald Trump announced an executive order directing the Pentagon to prepare Guantanamo Bay to detain 30,000 “criminal illegal aliens.” Speaking on Wednesday, Trump stated that most people were unaware of the facility’s capacity and that it would be used to house detainees who pose a threat to the U.S. He emphasized that some migrants are too dangerous to be trusted in their home countries and that Guantanamo is a “tough place to get out of.” Trump framed the move as part of his broader effort to eliminate migrant-related crime, calling it a step toward “eradicating the scourge” of illegal…

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