Many may find it astonishing that excessive mobile phone usage is directly linked to five distinct health challenges. Documented by BBC Hausa on Tuesday, July 7, Sooth News has translated this crucial report into English for the benefit of our extensive readership both at home and abroad. According to BBC Hausa, electronic devices like smartphones silently impact our health in numerous ways, though actionable steps can minimize these risks. When discussing the physical toll of mobile devices, the brain is the primary area of concern. Journalist Thomas Germain recently highlighted…
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Sea of Mourners Fills Tehran Streets for Khamenei’s Final Send-Off
A sea of mourners engulfed the streets of Tehra on Monday, July 6, for the funeral procession of Iran’s late Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, ahead of his burial this Thursday. Khamenei was killed during the opening salvo of the war involving the US and Israel. Iranian state TV footage captured tens of thousands of citizens lining a 10-kilometer (6-mile) route through the iconic Enghelab Square to catch a final glimpse of the leader’s flag-draped coffin, which was transported by lorry. The massive public procession took place after the leader’s…
NDLEA Intercepts Malaysia Cocaine Hidden in Cartons, Arrests PhD Mastermind, Nabs Nigerian-British Grandma with Drugs Concealed in Plantains, Recovers Fuel-Tank Tramadol as Grandpa Is Arrested
In a major anti-narcotics breakthrough, the NDLEA has foiled a highly sophisticated smuggling attempt at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos. Operatives arrested 67-year-old Nigerian-British grandmother, Mrs. Mary Yetunde Barek, after uncovering 13 kilograms of cocaine cleverly concealed within fake plantain peels. The packages were meticulously designed to mimic fresh produce and hidden among food items in her baggage. According to a Sunday statement by NDLEA Director of Media and Advocacy Femi Babafemi, the UK-based caregiver was intercepted at Lagos airport’s Terminal 2 departure hall. The arrest occurred on June…
Racing to Rescue 8,000 Sailors Trapped in Hormuz
Months after war broke out, thousands of merchant sailors are still stranded. Security threats, skyrocketing insurance costs, and geopolitical standoffs continue to block a return to normal shipping. Anchored in the Persian Gulf, crude oil tanker captain Abhijit Chopra learned of the U.S.–Iran peace deal through a flurry of texts from family and friends. Yet, he kept his excitement in check. Around him, neighboring vessels remained quiet, and no ships were rushing toward the Strait of Hormuz. Chopra and his 21-strong crew have been trapped since the outbreak of war…
Hormuz U-Turn: Tankers Pivot Toward Iranian Routes
The wave of sudden U-turns in the Strait of Hormuz has underscored Iran’s intensifying grip on the world’s most critical maritime chokepoint. Between Friday and Saturday, at least eight vessels sailing along the Omani coast aborted their exits from the Persian Gulf. To bypass the disruption, several ships adapted by rerouting directly into Iranian-controlled waters. Maritime tracking data revealed a mix of oil tankers, bulk carriers, and vehicle transports making sharp reversals, some after reaching the tip of the Musandam Peninsula. While eight ships initially aborted their approaches, four of…
Next-Gen Containerships Debut as CMA CGM, OOCL, and ONE Level Up
Amid a historic expansion of the global container vessel orderbook, a new generation of technology-integrated ships is entering service. Maritime leaders CMA CGM, Ocean Network Express (ONE), and Orient Overseas Container Line (OOCL) have each achieved significant milestones with their most recent fleet deliveries. Recently, CMA CGM christened its newest vessel, the CMA CGM Notre Dame, in Le Havre, France, after its maiden voyage from Asia. This historic ship is the world’s largest LNG-powered containership and the largest vessel flying the French flag. Measuring 399 meters (1,309 feet) long, the…
Ambassador Dambazau Sets New Standard for Diplomatic Excellence with First Monthly Strategic Meeting at Nigerian Embassy in Beijing
“Diplomacy is measured not by words alone, but by the partnerships we build, the opportunities we create, and the lasting value we deliver for our nation. Every engagement must advance Nigeria’s interests and strengthen our place in the global community.”— His Excellency, Lt Gen Ambassador Abdulrahman Dambazau As part of his vision to build a dynamic, efficient, and results-oriented diplomatic mission, His Excellency, Lt Gen Ambassador Abdulrahman Dambazau, Nigeria’s Ambassador to the People’s Republic of China, convened his first monthly strategic meeting with Home-Based Officers of the Nigerian Embassy in…
FOUR-LEGGED HEROES: Rescue Dogs Lead Search in Quake-Stricken Venezuela
International search and rescue teams have touched down in Venezuela following a series of devastating earthquakes, with specialized rescue dogs emerging as the frontline heroes of the operation. According to reports on Thursday, July 2, more than 100 highly trained canines are actively deployed across disaster zones. The rescue dogs are critical assets for international delegations arriving from Spain, Mexico, and Peru, navigating unstable debris to locate survivors trapped beneath the rubble. It should be recalled that international rescue teams began touching down in Venezuela on Thursday, June 25, 2026,…
World Shipping Council: Containers lost at sea nearly triple to over 1,400 in 2025
A shipper has a better chance of catching a home run ball at a major league baseball game than losing a container to the open ocean, a new report finds. According to the World Shipping Council’s (WSC) latest annual study released recently revealed that an estimated 1,478 containers were lost at sea last year out of approximately 280 million transported globally [WSC2026]. While that total nearly tripled from the 576 losses recorded in 2024 due to severe winter weather and a major vessel disaster, the WSC noted that lost cargo…
NDLEA Secures 6.7-Ton ‘Loud’ Seizure; Marwa Hails Synergy With Customs, Others, Vows to Crush Cartels
In a massive blow to transnational drug cartels, the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has taken custody of 6.7 tons of ‘Canadian Loud.’ The high-grade cannabis strain was intercepted during a joint inspection by NDLEA operatives, the Nigeria Customs Service, and other security agencies at the Apapa Port in Lagos. This was disclosed in a statement on Wednesday, July 1, by the agency’s Director of Media and Advocacy, Femi Babafemi. Speaking at the formal handover ceremony at the Apapa Port, the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the NDLEA,…