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The governor said the clearance operation aligns with the state's plan to transform the Lagos-Badagry Expressway into a modern 10-lane highway capable of supporting increased traffic and improving transportation across the metropolis.
Gable Steveson flashed some skills on the feet and didn't require a single takedown in his first-round TKO win over Elisha Ellison on Saturday in his UFC debut.
Jude Bellingham struck twice as England came from behind to beat Norway 2-1 in extra time and reach the World Cup semifinals amid sweltering Florida heat.
FIFA has reacted to the death of South Africa midfielder Jayden Adams. Adams, who was part of Bafana Bafanaās squad at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, passed away at the age of 25. Reacting to the news, FIFA President Gianni Infantino, in a statement, said Adams would be sorely missed. āItās so incredibly sad to [ā¦] Jayden Adams: Heāll be sorely missed ā FIFA reacts to death of South Africa midfielder
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield had been seeking documents from Paramount related to its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Rayfield also asked a state circuit court judge to delay the closing of the deal by 60 days so that his office could review the documents. But according to Deadline and Variety, he's now dropped his civil investigative demand for the records. Obviously, Paramount is pleased with Rayfield's decision to withdraw his request, but the AG's office isn't exactly satisfied with the outcome. Jenny Hansson, communications director for Rayfield, told Deadline that, "Paramount made it clear that they weren't going to compl ā¦ Read the full story at The Verge.
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Governor Makinde confirms all Oyo pupils rescued, stating they will remain under medical observation for 48 hours. Read more on their condition and recover Read More: https://punchng.com/photos-rescued-oyo-pupils-teachers-to-remain-under-medical-observation-for-48-hours-makinde/
A landslide during heavy monsoon rains tore through the Indian hill town of Shimla, forcing villagers to evacuate.
The white wedding announcement comes weeks after the couple completed their traditional marriage rites. The post Peller, Jarvis announce wedding date appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.
A teacher, Malam Mustapha Yahaya Maru, who was abducted along the Anka Road in Zamfara State, has reportedly been killed byĀ hisĀ captorsĀ despiteĀ the payment of a N3 millionĀ ransomĀ byĀ hisĀ family. The development was disclosed by journalist Bakatsine, who reports on conflict and insecurity in Nigeriaās North-West, in a post on X onĀ Saturday. According to Bakatsine, the victimāsĀ familyĀ paid theĀ ransomĀ in a [ā¦] BanditsĀ endsĀ teacherāsĀ lifeĀ afterĀ collectingĀ N3mĀ ransomĀ fromĀ family
Rep. Michael McCaul says Ukraine is gaining momentum on the battlefield but urgently needs more Patriot interceptors and stronger air defenses to counter Russia's escalating missile attacks. He urges deeper US-Ukraine defense cooperation, including licensed Patriot production and joint drone development, while arguing sustained military pressure offers the best path to negotiations with Russia. (Source: Bloomberg)
Charles Ajunwa The Nigerian Institute of Public Relations and the Nigerian Tourism Development Authority (NTDA) have officially launched the World Public Relations Forum 2026 Technical Committee at the NTDA headquarters
Ja Morant said Saturday that his offseason trade from the Grizzlies to the Trail Blazers will give him the chance to "start fresh" and prove that his "bad guy" image is a misconception.
