APM Crisis Deepens As Aggrieved Members File Suit on Court
Kemi Olaitan in Ibadan The crisis in the Allied People’s Movement (APM) Thursday took a new twist as aggrieved members instituted two suits at the Federal High Court Ibadan. The
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2027: Ideato Constituency Has No Zoning Arrangement, Omeire Tells Ugochinyere’s Opponents
A former member of the House of Representatives and Action Peoples Party (APP) senatorial candidate for Orlu Zone in Imo State, Rt. Hon. Rufus Omeire, has dismissed claims that the
Head’s up: The $1 coin showing the president’s face is officially on sale
The coin celebrates America’s 250th birthday, though federal law generally bars living presidents from appearing on U.S. currency.
Oluremi Tinubu visits Anambra September 10
First Lady Oluremi Tinubu will visit Anambra State on September 10 to launch empowerment programs for 5,000 people and a South-East food bank. Read More: https://punchng.com/oluremi-tinubu-visits-anambra-september-10/
Germany investigates second suspected electricity grid sabotage case after five power units go offline in the Rhineland
Five power plant units with a combined capacity of 4.2 gigawatts were knocked offline in the Rhine region of Germany on the evening of Sept. 1, according to a Bloomberg report . Grid operator Amprion said the incident occurred near a substation in Rommerskirchen and that power supply to consumers had not been affected.
2027 Elections: CAN Tells Politicians Not to Drag Jesus Into Politics
Kuni Tyessi in Abuja The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has called on politicians and their supporters to stop using the name of Jesus Christ in partisan political arguments ahead
‘Below the dignity of the office’: Canadian officials condemn Pete Hegseth cadet post
US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth is under fire in Canada for a social media post that appears to mock members of the country’s cadet youth programme.
- Canadian officials condemn Pete Hegseth's social media post mocking Canada's cadet program.
- Hegseth's post described as "below the dignity of the office" by Canadian Defence Minister.
- Trade talks between Canada and US halted due to insults and threats from both nations.
Kat Dennings Recalls Her Six-Hour Mad Max: Fury Road Audition With 'Wonderful Person' Tom Hardy
Kat Dennings shared the heartwarming details of her Mad Max: Fury Road audition with Tom Hardy, revealing how a grueling screen test took a sweet turn in the end.
Feijóo and Abascal join forces in the protest for Ceuta and accuse Sánchez of "lying" to the Spanish: "He is a traitor"
The leaders of PP and Vox avoid greeting each other at the gathering of 50,000 people in front of the Madrid City Council, with protesters chanting slogans of “Pedro Sánchez, son of a bitch!” and…
Govt Job Scam In MP: Conmen Pose As IAS, CBI Officers, Use AI-Made Fake Documents
Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh): From posing as fake IAS and IPS officers to claiming to be officials of the CBI, Income Tax Intelligence and IB, fraudsters are using fake identities to dupe youths seeking…
GANGS AND GOVERNANCE: Gayton McKenzie comes off as gangster’s proxy for sharing untested claims about JP Smith
In a video shared on social media, Sport, Arts and Culture Minister Gayton McKenzie says that a 28s gangster phoned him and claimed the City of Cape Town’s JP Smith once worked for an organised crime…
Collaborative governance — election buzzword or game-changer for municipalities?
True collaborative local governance needs to move beyond superficial community consultation toward active, joint problem-solving, where both can address interconnected system failures, ahead of the…
LOCAL ELECTIONS 2026: Extortion claims, cop probe fail to stop ANC Joburg candidate’s clearance to run
Sithembiso Zungu, the Joburg MMC implicated in three alleged extortion cases and facing a criminal assault investigation, has secured ANC renomination despite an Integrity Commission referral.
Atiba varsity to refund, transfer law students after 10-year ban – NANS
Atiba University will refund tuition or transfer Law students affected by the 10-year ban on its Law programme, NANS and NAUS confirm after negotiations.
MOSOP demands transparency over Ogoni oil talks, NNPCL job slots
MOSOP calls for transparency in Ogoni oil talks and NNPCL job slot allocation, urging the dialogue committee to address concerns over alleged secrecy and u Read More…
Anambra LG chair urges support for Tinubu’s 2027 re-election
Anambra LG Chairman, Shedrack Azubuike, calls for nationwide support for President Bola Tinubu’s 2027 re-election, citing infrastructure development and fe Read More…
Nyoro: I would beat Ruto hands down if election was held today
Kiharu Member of Parliament and People’s Party of Kenya leader Ndindi Nyoro says he can beat President William Ruto in an election held today.
- Ndindi Nyoro would win election against Ruto if held today.
- Nyoro promises free basic education in 3 months if elected.
- Criticizes government borrowing for sports infrastructure.
A US Navy Virginia-Class Attack Submarine Is Now In Grøtsund, Norway
The visit of the nuclear-powered submarine has gotten a bit less attention than the arrival of USS Abraham Lincoln in Thailand!
Rome declares security ‘red zone’ around the Colosseum to protect tourists amid violent crime incidents
Rome’s ancient Colosseum, where gladiators were once gored by wild animals to the delight of cheering crowds, has never exactly been associated with safety.
Montreal West parents want crossing guard back at troubled intersection near school
Reconfiguration of the intersection is expected to begin Wednesday with the new layout expected to be completed by the first week of October.
Spanish police report flags Moroccan police failings in Ceuta migrant rush
A report by the National Centre for Immigration and Borders said Moroccan police made 'no serious attempt to try to reduce, disperse or move the mass of people away from the border perimeter'. The findings risk embarrassing Spain's leftist government, which has avoided blaming Morocco for the crisis.
Excise forms SIT to probe cases related to seizure of suspected MDMA
Investigators to seek custody of four arrested youths
- Excise department forms SIT to probe MDMA seizure cases
- Ernakulam Assistant Excise Commissioner leads 10-member team
- SIT to seek custody of four arrested youths next week
Justin Tucker among group that works out for Jets as New York evaluates kickers, AP source says
- Justin Tucker, 36, trained with Jets as potential kicker
- Garrett Michael Badgley and Joshua Karty also worked out
- Jets evaluate multiple kickers for September 13 opener
Fire breaks out at major Tasmanian power station
Emergency crews have contained a fire at Tungatinah Power Station and an investigation is set to be launched.
Ndindi Nyoro explains the root cause of his fallout with Ruto
Kiharu MP Ndindi Nyoro has opened up about the events that led to the deterioration of his once-close relationship with President William Ruto, saying their friendship gradually faded following…
- Ndindi Nyoro's falling out with Ruto stemmed from disagreement over Gachagua's impeachment in 2024.
- Nyoro felt his loyalty to Ruto was not reciprocated, despite remaining his friend.
Senators say scrapping specialized Army drone unit ignored the fact that ‘the character of warfare is changing’
Lawmakers say they are keen to understand the reasoning behind ordering the unit to stop specializing in drone warfare, and if it was based on Pentagon or Army orders.
Whyalla nervously waits for steelworks sale, blast furnace fix
South Australia's treasurer has hinted Whyalla may have to wait longer for the identity of its steelworks buyer, as locals tell the ABC recent events are bringing back old memories.
2027: Sowore tackles politicians over godfathers, rented parties
The 2027 presidential candidate of the African Action Congress, AAC, Omoyele Sowore, has tackled Nigerian politicians who, according to him, depend on godfathers, billionaire backers and political…
US Moves to Isolate Nicaragua After Ortega Declares ‘No More Elections’ in 2026
If you haven’t been paying close attention to Central America, here’s the short version: Nicaragua just told the world it’s done with elections, and the United States is not taking it lying down.
- Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega declares end to future elections, shocking world.
- U.S. imposes sanctions via OAS after Ortega's constitutional reforms.
- Nicaragua withdraws from OAS in 2023, U.S. move signals significant relationship shift.
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Shiv Sena Leader Milind Deora Questions Cyclist’s Treatment During VIP Convoy Movement, Mumbai Traffic Police To Probe | Video
Mumbai: Shiv Sena leader and Rajya Sabha MP Milind Deora on Wednesday shared a video on X, raising questions over the alleged mistreatment of a cyclist by traffic police while clearing the road for a…
2027: INEC rejects NDC’s claim of candidate substitution
The Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, has rejected claims made by the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, that it had substituted the names of the party’s properly nominated candidates…
After Ho Chi Minh, Indian Airlines Now Aim At Hanoi As Akasa & IndiGo To Commence Direct Flights From Mumbai; Aim To Tap Increasing Indian Tourists To Vietnam
Indian airlines are now expanding their footprint in Vietnam with shifting their sights towards Hanoi after establishing a solid foothold in the country's commercial capital of Ho Chi Minh City.
Leaders must make trade war, not snarky words, the priority
There is little question that trading barbs with United States President Donald Trump is good for the popularity of political leaders in Canada.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney's trade war strategy boosts Liberal party popularity.
- Carney's firm stance against Trump's tariffs leads to 20-point poll lead.
- Ontario Premier Doug Ford's aggressive insults risk harming Canada's trade position.
Interior Ministry investigated Gomoa-Effutu boundary concerns before clashes – A Plus
Gomoa Central Member of Parliament, Kwame Asare Obeng, popularly known as A Plus, has dismissed suggestions that the government failed to act on warnings about a potential violent confrontation over a…
- Interior Ministry investigated Gomoa-Effutu boundary concerns.
- Clashes resulted in three deaths and 15 injuries.
- A Plus stated government acted on the situation.
3 CD account mistakes to avoid this September
CDs can still be secure and profitable accounts for savers, assuming they avoid these three timely missteps.
Trust is key: why home energy upgrades need more than rebates
Research suggests relationships are key to ensuring home energy upgrade programs work.
- Home energy upgrade programs in Australia aim to reduce waste and costs.
- Government programs often exclude renters and low-income households.
- Trust-based community programs are more successful in reaching diverse communities.
Art Centre Melbourne workers face a battle between industrial and cultural policy
Disputes from 1944 to today trace the increasingly central role of government funding in shaping working conditions in the arts.
- ACM workers strike over stalled wage negotiations
- Union members demand better pay and conditions
- ACM staff wages fell 10% behind inflation since 2022
Lust and power: Foucault’s The History of Sexuality at 50
Modern societies, argues Michel Foucault, think and talk about sex far more than their forbears ever did. But this has not been liberating.
Moscow International Book Fair begins with Qatar taking part
<p>Doha: The Moscow International Book Fair kicked off Wednesday, bringing together more than 300 publishing houses from Russia and other countries.</p> <p>Running through Sept. 6, the event also features the participation of the State of Qatar, represented by the Ministry of Culture, as part of the ministry's commitment to raising the…
Bosses Concerned That GTA 6 Release Will Cause Massive Drop in Productivity
"I'll have the cave door shut." The post Bosses Concerned That GTA 6 Release Will Cause Massive Drop in Productivity appeared first on Futurism .
Lorong Lew Lian fire: 94-year-old neighbour escapes barefoot with walking stick, later carried downstairs by firefighter
The affected unit was heavily cluttered, with items filling much of the living space.
Elderly man dies after falling into abandoned quarry at Angamaly in Keralam
According to the first information report registered by the Angamaly police, the man is suspected to have slipped into the water while cutting grass near the quarry
Police arrest two over alleged theft of two cows in Kebbi
The Kebbi State Police Command has arrested two people over the alleged theft of two cows in Bunza Local Government Area of the state.
El Jalapeño: US, Mexico near trade war over right to misname European cheese
The U.S. and Mexico are locked in a bitter dispute over fake cheese, putting the future of the USMCA agreement in very real peril.
Sir Barry Gibb Turns 80 as Fans Celebrate the Last Surviving Bee Gee
Sir Barry Gibb turned 80 on Sept. 1. Family members and Bee Gees fans gathered on the Isle of Man to celebrate the group’s last surviving member. Gibb was born in Douglas on Sept.
US unveils more than $150 million deal in Pacific investments and assistance
The State Department says the Trump Administration is reorienting Pacific relationships towards "championing US enterprise and investments", mirroring its approach to much of the developing world.
- US allocates over $150 million for Pacific investments
- Fuel security deal to upgrade energy infrastructure in Cook Islands
- Palau to receive hospital upgrade and water purification assistance
Elderly man falls in Serangoon, Good Samaritan stabilises his head without touching hot pavement for 20 minutes
Another passer-by used an umbrella to provide shade for him while another fanned him.
Rayners, Van Wyk fire Sundowns past Milford
Iqraam Rayners and Antonio van Wyk found the back of the net in either half.
Meet Ana Valdez, a Forbes ’50 over 50′ illuminating the Latino narrative in the United States
Valdez leads the Los Angeles-based Latino Donor Collaborative, a data-forward organization providing a new narrative about U.S.
Tupac Shakur’s murder trial ended with a guilty verdict. But did the outcome bring closure?
- Duane "Keffe D" Davis found guilty of Tupac Shakur's 1996 murder
- Trial exposed issues with witnesses, law enforcement, delayed police actions
- Shakur's family relieved but closure still uncertain
Police question suspect who said Amir Ohana, rest of Likud 'deserving of death'
"All 64 should be considered deserving of death in every sense of the word," said the suspect. "Let them suffer every remaining day of their lives."
- 27-year-old Tel Aviv resident questioned for inciting violence online.
- Amir Ohana criticized for stickers with his image and "There is no forgiveness" message.
- Suspect defended targeting all 64 individuals for death, blaming victims for not showing compassion.
Bessent warns Iran’s global supporters: ‘Stay away’ or ‘we will put you out of business’
Bessent said the impact of the US pressure campaign is already being felt inside Iran. He pointed to hourslong queues at petrol stations, a sharply weakening currency, inflation above 100% and what he described as Iran’s inability to pay its military personnel.
Ndindi Nyoro responds to claims of being a mole in opposition
People’s Party of Kenya Leader Ndindi Nyoro has rejected fears of being a mole in the opposition. Also, Nyoro has said no opposition party has directly accused him of working against the coalition.
- Ndindi Nyoro, PPK leader, denies being a spy or mole in opposition.
- No opposition party accused PPK of undermining efforts.
- Nyoro emphasizes amicable relations with other opposition leaders.
Appeals court upholds Mudra’s bail terms
The Appeals Chamber of the High Anti-Corruption Court has upheld pretrial detention terms for Iryna Mudra, a former deputy head of the President’s Office.
Family blames suicide of 20-year-old Haitian immigrant on ICE crackdown
A 20-year-old Haitian native died by suicide in Ohio this week, his family says, a death his father said was driven in part by feelings of despair and humiliation after ICE fitted him with an ankle monitor.
- 20-year-old Haitian immigrant Pierre Damas Bel died by suicide
- Ankle monitor from ICE likely contributed to his despair
- ICE denies responsibility for Bel's death
Plane carrying Mullin makes emergency landing after engine failure
"The United States Coast Guard pilots made the single engine landing feel routine. No panic, just straight professionalism," Mullin said on X.
- Coast Guard jet carrying Mullin lands safely in Washington D.C.
- Engine failure forces emergency landing of C-37A aircraft
- DHS concerned about aging aircraft, seeks $50M for replacement