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Taxi Driver Murder Case Transferred to Special Criminal Court

April 2, 2025

The murder case against Ebou Secka, the suspect accused of killing Wellingara taxi driver Ebrima Ceesay, is transferred to the Special Criminal Court.

Val Kilmer, Star of ‘Top Gun’ and ‘Batman Forever,’ Dies at 65

April 2, 2025

Val Kilmer, the acclaimed actor known for his roles in iconic films such as “Top Gun,” “Batman Forever,” and “Tombstone,” has passed away at the age of 65

Demba Ali Jawo Calls for Inclusivity and Reform in Koriteh Courtesy Call

April 1, 2025

Gambian former Minister of Information, Demba Ali Jawo, has called for reforms in The Gambia’s annual Koriteh courtesy call to the head of state

PM Sonko’s Nowhere Seen at Korite Prayer as Absence Invites Curiosity

April 1, 2025

As Senegalese Muslims gathered for Korite prayers marking the end of Ramadan, a notable absence raised eyebrows: that of Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko

April Fools’ Day is Celebrated With Pranks and Hoaxes Worldwide

April 1, 2025

April Fools’ Day is celebrated today with practical jokes and elaborate hoaxes, so make sure to triple-check viral posts and don’t fall for the pranks

Marine Le Pen Banned 5 Years From Office After Guilty Verdict of Embezzling EU Funds

March 31, 2025

A Paris court ruled on Monday that Marine Le Pen, leader of the far-right RN is guilty of embezzling European Union funds and is banned from Office

President Barrow Warns Activist Imams Against Divisive Sermons

March 30, 2025

Gambian President Adama Barrow has issued a stern warning to activist imams, urging them to refrain from delivering sermons that could incite division