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Experience ‘Return of Jero,’ a contemporary adaptation of Wole Soyinka’s classic play, ‘The Trials of Brother Jero,’ captivating audiences in Lagos. Read More: https://punchng.com/return-of-jero-reimagines-soyinkas-classic/
An Edo spiritualist, Odigie Moses, has been arrested by the EFCC for sextortion, blackmailing an Indian woman with her nude video. Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-spiritualist-nabbed-for-sextortion/
Older maternal age, social deprivation, an increase in multiple pregnancies: France's General Inspectorate of Social Affairs (IGAS) published a report on August 5 that presents its own analysis of why France has slipped toward the bottom of the European rankings in terms of perinatal mortality.
The Louisiana senator said that, despite reservations, he would back President Trump’s pick for attorney general, giving Republicans enough votes for a majority.
Scavengers are stripping Lagos bridge pillars of iron rods, threatening structural integrity. Authorities have arrested 27 suspects in connection with the Read More: https://punchng.com/scavengers-strip-lagos-bridge-pillars-of-iron-rods/
The leader of the Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has called for greater financial support to develop a proposed 300-hectare (741 acres) university town near the border with mainland China, including funding for local institutions to build campuses, arguing that expansion will help navigate future challenges. In
A 111-year-old grandmother in eastern China has captured the attention of social media by attributing her remarkable longevity to simple habits, such as viewing housework as a form of daily exercise. Wang Gaiying lives in Rugao, Jiangsu province, which is renowned as one of the country’s “longevity capitals.” As of Feb
Taiwan’s plan to dissolve the pro-Beijing Chinese Unification Promotion Party (CUPP) has sparked controversy over whether the independence-leaning authorities are using security concerns to suppress political dissent. The island’s interior ministry is seeking a Constitutional Court order to declare the CUPP unconstitut
Yobe State Police debunk viral claims that officer Isah Abubakar died rescuing a baby from floodwaters, clarifying he drowned in a ditch. Read More: https://punchng.com/yobe-policeman-didnt-die-rescuing-baby/
SPOILER ALERT: The following story contains plot details from the series finale of “Raising Kanan” now streaming on Starz. The final curtain has closed on the hit 1990s-set crime series “Power Book III: Raising Kanan.” The show has been the origin story of Kanan Stark (Mekai Curtis), who, by embracing the very bu
Police in Adamawa have arrested a 30-year-old man for allegedly killing his father and dumping the corpse in a well. Thorough investigation ordered. Read More: https://punchng.com/30-year-old-killed-adamawa-father-dumped-corpse-in-well-police/
Atiku Abubakar raises alarm over a suspicious credit in his private bank account, alleging attempts to tarnish his image ahead of the 2027 elections. Read More: https://punchng.com/atiku-raises-the-alarm-over-suspicious-credit-in-bank-account/
The U.S. military's cyberwarfare unit is scrutinizing an unusually high number of deaths by suicide among personnel over a monthlong period this summer.
Delays to dozens of flights in and out of Sydney Airport this morning are impacting thousands of passengers, with Airservices Australia saying it is managing roster issues.
ECOWAS renews its commitment to developing a competitive regional automotive industry. Discover how West Africa plans to boost manufacturing and investment Read More: https://punchng.com/ecowas-renews-push-for-regional-automotive-industry/
Military sources reveal President Tinubu’s decision to expand Army divisions was influenced by a security review after the failed September 2025 coup plot. Read More: https://punchng.com/real-reasons-tinubu-expanded-army-divisions-military-sources/
PANDEF commends President Tinubu for the landmark 15-year gas deal for the UTM FLNG project, set to boost industrialisation and economic growth in the Nige Read More: https://punchng.com/pandef-hails-tinubu-over-15-year-gas-deal/
Oman 'facing environmental disaster' as tanker leaks off its coast Oman is facing an impending environmental catastrophe as an alleged Russian shadow fleet tanker leaks oil across hundreds of square kilometres near a nature reserve, NGOs warn. The ship was rocked by explosions, a maritime security firm told AFP, but th
Italy remains Stanley Tucci’s first love. But a man can travel, right? After winning three Emmys for CNN’s “Stanley Tucci: Searching for Italy,” followed by two nominations (including this year) for Nat Geo’s “Tucci in Italy,” the star is on the move. Tucci tells Variety‘s Awards Circuit Podcast
The new president, who replaces leftist Gustavo Petro, continues the rightward political shift in Latin America.
After nearly 20 months of the role being vacant, the Trump administration has confirmed the appointment of a former Republican congressman as ambassador to Australia.
The U.S. aims to conduct the first tests for the futuristic space-based missile defense program by yearend, with flight demonstrations slated for 2027.
Minerals including rare earths, tungsten, germanium and scandium are essential for precision-guided missiles and other advanced weapons.
The Pentagon revoked former Air Force Secretary Frank Kendall’s eligibility for access to classified information, accusing him of “unauthorized disclosure of classified information regarding Air Force One’s capabilities” to a news outlet, it announced Friday evening. Pentagon chief spokesperson Sean Parnell said the De
War in Sudan has left over 8 million children out of school, and nearly three-quarters of schools have been affected.
Debate over the price of a burrito is causing indigestion for President Donald Trump’s Republican Party, which fears being punished for the high cost of living in November’s midterm elections. The Mexican speciality – rice, beans, meat and other toppings wrapped in a tortilla – is beloved by many Americans as a comfort
Puerto Rico is beginning 48-hour water rationing for more than 180,000 households as severe drought depletes reservoirs.
A 17-year-old boy has been charged amid an ongoing investigation into ominous notes left on shopfronts across Melbourne before alleged arson attacks, believed to be linked to an offshore crime syndicate.
Legislation implements aggressive economic sanctions, including 100 percent tariff on Russian oil and gas importers.
Arab League secretary-general condemns Houthi attack on Saudi Arabia Nabil Fahmy, secretary-general of the League of Arab States, has condemned an attack by Yemen’s Houthis on Najran region in Saudi Arabia, in which several civilians were wounded, according to Emirates News Agency (WAM). Fahmy affirmed the Arab League'