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PM Modi Affirms India's Support for Israel; NCERT Halts Distribution of Controversial Class 8 Book
Prime Minister Modi stated India's firm support for Israel, while the NCERT announced it has stopped the distribution of a Class 8 textbook that contained content on 'corruption' in the judiciary, following Supreme Court intervention.

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Coby White just joined the Hornets, but he seems set on staying with the team and moving forward in Charlotte.

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Aiken High's Alex Hammel signs to Erskine College for reviving men's tennis program
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A Portuguese government program designed to support 28,000 families experiencing energy poverty has been halted, leaving eligible applicants for 1,300 euro vouchers unpaid. The program's applications are on a waiting list and will not reopen until 2027.

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Bayelsa Governor Douye Diri explains his selection of Dr Peter Akpe as the new deputy governor, citing reasons such as continuity, competence, character, and commitment.

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Aries Horoscope Today, 26 February 2026: Your partner is waiting, and the reunion feels safe and joyful

Gemini Horoscope Today, 26 February 2026: Network, collaborate, and stay visible—connections bring opportunities

Virgo Horoscope Today, 26 February 2026: Maintain warm rapport with friends, colleagues, associates, and bosses.

Two Injured in Accidental Explosives Blast in Switzerland
Two people were lightly injured and several buildings damaged in Switzerland when an attempt to dispose of hundreds of kilograms of explosives accidentally caused a giant explosion.

Cavs at Bucks open gamethread
We’ll see if the shorthanded Cavs can defeat a struggling Bucks team.

‘The Hunting Wives’ Adds Casey Mills As Recurring Guest For Season 2
EXCLUSIVE: Casey Mills has been cast as a recurring guest star in Season 2 of The Hunting Wives, Deadline hears. We understand he’ll appear as ‘Nico’ in at least five episodes of the Netflix series. D

Philippine Army Conducts Large-Scale Training Exercise in Northern Luzon
The Philippine Army has launched the third iteration of its large-scale Combined Arms Training Exercise (Catex) 'Katihan' in Northern Luzon, aimed at enhancing military capabilities.

BIR Urged to Probe Senator Marcoleta Over Undisclosed Campaign Contributions
Clean election advocates and other groups have called on the Bureau of Internal Revenue (BIR) to investigate Senator Rodante Marcoleta's admission of undisclosed campaign contributions.

Edsa 40: ‘We confront our betrayals, repent, and rise’ – Soc Villegas
MANILA, Philippines – “Today, on the 40th anniversary of Edsa People Power, we do not bask in nostalgia. We confront our betrayals, repent, and rise.” This is the message of Lingayen-Dagupan Archbisho

Trump Calls for Muslim Lawmakers to be 'Institutionalized'
President Donald Trump stated that Muslim lawmakers Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib should be 'institutionalized' and 'sent back' after they criticized him during his speech.

Papa planifikon udhëtime në Afrikën Qendrore, Algjeri, Spanjë dhe Monako
Papa Leo XIV do të vizitojë katër vende afrikane në prill, tha Vatikani, përfshirë Algjerinë – hera e parë që një papë do të udhëtojë në kombin mysliman të Afrikës së Veriut. Vatikani njoftoi një seri

Hong Kong 2026-27 budget: ‘Symphony of Lights’ to go dark under tourism revamp
Hong Kong will cancel the two-decade-old “A Symphony of Lights” within the year, with the South China Morning Post learning that the fixture will be replaced with immersive projections across various

The true cost of Panama’s port seizure lies in lost predictability
There are few assets on earth as strategically sensitive as the ports flanking the Panama Canal. They sit at the hinge of global trade, where container ships glide between oceans and geopolitics moves just beneath the surface. That is why Panama’s seizure of two major port terminals operated by CK Hutchison, the Hong Kong conglomerate built by Li Ka-shing, deserves more than a passing headline.
It is not simply a contractual dispute dressed up as constitutional housekeeping. It is a stress te...
IMF Scrutinizes Trump's First Year, Warns on Trade Deficit and Tariffs
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reviewed Donald Trump's first year as president, noting that the US trade deficit remains too large and urging caution regarding the use of tariffs.

200 tons of watermelons worth $336,000 left to rot in Vietnam after harvest deal collapses
A dispute over crop yield between growers and traders in Vietnam's Central Highlands has left more than 200 tons of watermelons to spoil in the fields as neither side would budge during the peak Tet holiday selling season.

Nvidia Continues to Benefit Enormously from the AI Revolution and Reassures Nervous Investors
The world's most valuable company continues to grow at an incredibly high pace. While competitors are getting stronger, there's no getting around Nvidia for now.

Politicsaftonbladetsvenska-dagbladetla-repubblica17m ago3 sources Epstein Case: Larry Summers Leaves Harvard, Gates Admits Relationships
Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers has left Harvard after being cited in Epstein files, while Microsoft founder Bill Gates confirmed relationships with two Russian women.
Schrödinger Targets 10-15% ACV Growth Through Hosted Transition and Platform Innovation
Schrödinger, a life sciences and materials science company, aims for 10-15% annual contract value (ACV) growth, driven by an accelerated transition to hosted services and continuous platform innovation.

Rockies manager and players comment on a 14-7 Rockies win
The Rockies win again!

Civil and criminal liability of the State for detention conditions in Cyprus
By Alexandros Clerides* Detention conditions constitute a core field for the application of fundamental rights, as guaranteed by the Constitution of the Republic of Cyprus, the European Convention on Human Rights (ECHR) and the case-law of the European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR). When actual conditions of detention (overcrowding, inadequate healthcare services, restricted access to […]

Naira depreciates to N1,391/$ in parallel market
By Elizabeth Adegbesan The Naira yesterday depreciated to N1,391 per dollar in the parallel market from N1,350 per dollar on Tuesday. Likewise, the naira depreciated to N1,359.5 per dollar in the Nigerian Foreign Exchange Market, NFEM. Data from the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, showed that the indicative exchange rate for the naira rose to […]
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South Korean PM Calls for Action Against Fake News Ahead of Elections
Prime Minister Kim Min-seok urged the prosecution and police to eradicate fake news, stating it threatens democracy as elections approach.

Germany eyes stronger economic ties with Nigeria
The German government is eyeing deeper economic ties with Nigeria, seeking to partner in priority sectors, including wine, pharmaceuticals, renewable energy, and machinery and construction, among others.
The post Germany eyes stronger economic ties with Nigeria appeared first on Vanguard News.

Bank of Korea Raises 2026 Growth Forecast to 2%
The Bank of Korea has increased its growth forecast for the South Korean economy to 2 percent for this year, citing strong exports and a recovery in private consumption.

Flavor Flav expands Olympic celebration, promises parade
Flavor Flav told USA TODAY in an interview what weekend his celebration of the U.S. Olympic delegation will take place.
USA's vicepræsident indefryser lægemidler til Minnesota
J.D. Vance indefryser bestemte Medicaid-finansieringer til Minnesota på grund af påstande om svindel.

Gun Attack on ADC Secretariat and Oyegun's Residence Sparks Outrage in Edo State
Widespread condemnation has followed a gun attack on the Edo State secretariat of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and the residence of its national leader, John Odigie-Oyegun, during which former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi was also present.

In Knesset speech, Modi calls for ‘just and durable’ peace, says India stands firmly with Israel
In a 32-minute address to Israel’s Parliament, the PM also said the India-Israel free trade agreement under negotiation will unlock the vast untapped potential.

Bank of Korea Holds Key Rate Steady for Sixth Consecutive Meeting
South Korea's central bank maintained its benchmark interest rate for the sixth consecutive meeting, citing stronger-than-expected growth and efforts to ensure financial stability amidst a weak currency and unstable housing market.

SportTimes of India37m ago Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza 15 runs away from making T20I history vs India
Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza is on the verge of a historic T20I milestone, needing just 15 runs to become the first Zimbabwean to reach 3000 international runs. He aims to achieve this in their crucial Super Eight match against defending champions India. This encounter is vital for both teams' semi-final aspirations in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup.

EnvironmentAPaftonbladethindustan-times+1balkan-web37m ago4 sources Deadly Landslide in Brazil Claims Over 40 Lives
At least 40 people have died and 20 are missing after severe rainstorms caused landslides in southeastern Brazil.

Scienceobservadorklix-ba37m ago2 sources New Research Uncovers Truth Behind 2800-Year-Old Mass Grave in Serbia
A recent study has revealed the dark story behind a 2800-year-old mass grave discovered in the 1970s at the Gomolava site, south of Novi Sad, Serbia.

Before Monarch Season 2, The Monsterverse Goes Bigger Than Ever Before
Although Monarch season 2 is right around the corner, the Monsterverse just had one of its biggest Titan battles of all time thanks to DC.

Merz’s China tightrope: warm words, but hard questions for Beijing
Germany’s Chancellor Friedrich Merz travelled to Beijing with a delicate brief: vouch for a shrinking slice of big German firms still bullish on China, while defending the growing number being squeezed.
On day one of his first official visit, Merz trod the line carefully – voicing openness to resetting beleaguered bilateral ties, even while gently nudging his hosts on bugbears including subsidies, currency devaluation and Russia.
A day of meetings with Chinese Premier Li Qiang, President Xi...

MLB News: Bat-breaking Mystery, Verlander and Valdez Get Deferred Contracts, Yankees to Retire HOFer’s Number
With another day of spring training games in the books there’re plenty of interesting moments and stories to take a look at throughout MLB. A wild incident with a broken bat, the Tigers taking a page out of the Dodgers’…

Do You Need the Viral FaceTub? A Celebrity Esthetician Says...
Have you heard about the latest trendy tool that combines beauty and wellness?
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Logan Storley takes on Florim Zendeli in PFL Sioux Falls main event
Logan Storley returns to South Dakota for a PFL event in May

UFL unveils sweeping rule changes ahead of new season, including 4-point field goals
A major UFL rule overhaul aims to bring explosive offense into 2026 with new field goal scoring, punt restrictions, and modified kickoff zones to increase scoring.

Man Charged with Murder and Kidnapping in Sydney
Two men, Daniel Stevens and Gerard Andrews, have been charged with the alleged murder and kidnapping of 85-year-old Chris Baghsarian in Sydney, with a lawyer suggesting one is likely 'no mastermind'.

TechnologyReutersBBCThe Guardian+6yle-uutisetcnbchelsingin-sanomatfazla-vanguardia20-minuten40m ago9 sources Nvidia Reports Strong Quarterly Earnings Amid AI Boom
Nvidia announced quarterly earnings that surpassed Wall Street's expectations, demonstrating the chipmaker's continued success and immunity to AI bubble fears as it capitalizes on the data center boom.

HealthThe GuardianFox News41m ago2 sources Christina Applegate Shares Struggles with MS and Motherhood
Actress Christina Applegate has opened up about how multiple sclerosis has largely confined her to her bedroom, detailing the daily challenges and impact on her parenting of her 15-year-old daughter.

Florida basketball's Thomas Haugh, Reuben Chinyelu reach career milestones vs Texas
Florida basketball's Rueben Chinyelu set a new single-season offensive rebounds record, while Thomas Haugh scored his 1,000th point in the first half vs. Texas.

Diver drops to one knee 100 feet underwater in breathtaking Fiji shipwreck proposal
New Zealand couple's underwater proposal at about 100 feet deep near Fiji shipwreck becomes unforgettable scuba-diving love story captured on a GoPro camera.

Australia Overhauls Emergency Alert System with Smartphone Sirens
Australians will soon receive emergency alerts via blaring sirens on their smartphones to warn of major disasters such as bushfires, floods, and biosecurity threats, under a new system overhaul.

CC Sabathia to become 24th Yankees legend to have his jersey number retired
This is such a special honor on a cool list.

One and done! UFC cuts fighter who stepped up on two days notice but missed weight
Another short-notice gamble has ended in a pink slip. Today (Weds., Feb. 25, 2026), Sherdog reporter Tom Feely revealed Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) newcomer Gianni Vazquez has been released f

Chinese official accidentally reveals secret operation to ChatGPT: Smear campaign against Japan PM, impersonating US officials
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Mitchell girls basketball coach Dave Brooks to retire at season's end
Feb. 25—MITCHELL — Mitchell girls basketball coach Dave Brooks has announced his retirement, effective at the end of the 2025-26 season. The Kernels have had a successful run under Brooks' leadership,

Politicsyle-uutisetaftonbladetberlingske49m ago3 sources North Korea's Kim Jong-un Conditions US Relations on Nuclear Acceptance
North Korean leader Kim Jong-un announced at a party congress that the country will expand its nuclear arsenal and stated that relations with the United States are contingent upon Washington accepting this development.

Brazão Brothers Sentenced for Marielle Franco Assassination
Brazil's Supreme Federal Court has convicted brothers Domingos Inácio Brazão and João Francisco Inácio Brazão, sentencing them to 76 years for ordering the 2018 assassination of Rio de Janeiro city councillor Marielle Franco and her driver.
Carlsmed targets $70M–$75M 2026 revenue with cervical and bilateral product launches amid 44% growth outlook

WorldAl JazeeraNHK World50m ago2 sources Record Heavy Rains and Landslides Kill at Least 40 in Southeastern Brazil
Record-breaking heavy rainfall in southeastern Brazil has triggered landslides, resulting in the deaths of at least 40 people, with search operations ongoing for many missing individuals.

South Dakota state wrestling primer: Wrestlers and storylines to watch in Sioux Falls
Feb. 25—SIOUX FALLS — Three fierce days of wrestling get underway on Thursday at the Premier Center for the South Dakota High School Activities Association's state wrestling championships. By Saturday

ED Files Charge Sheet Against Actress Ranya Rao in Gold Smuggling Case
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) has filed a charge sheet against Kannada actress Ranya Rao and two others in a gold smuggling case, alleging the illegal import of over ₹102 crore worth of gold into India.

Kina dënon sanksionet e reja të Mbretërisë së Bashkuar ndaj Rusisë
Kina dënoi të mërkurën sanksionet e reja të Mbretërisë së Bashkuar kundër Rusisë në përvjetorin e katërt të luftës në Ukrainë, duke kërkuar kundër “ndërhyrjes” në lidhjet e Pekinit me Moskën. Zëdhënës

Taylor's Calli Rieskamp leads Cincinnati girls at OHSAA diving meet
Four Division I girls from Cincinnati placed in the top 16 while Taylor's Cali Rieskamp found the podium at the OHSAA diving state championships.

Umahi Teaching Hospital Provides Free Medical Treatment to 8,000 in Ebonyi
The David Umahi Federal University Teaching Hospital (DUFUTH) in Uburu, Ebonyi State, has offered free medical treatment to over 8,000 vulnerable individuals in the state.

PM Modi becomes first world leader to cross 100 million Instagram followers
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has achieved a historic milestone. He is now the first world leader to surpass 100 million followers on Instagram. This achievement highlights his significant global digital reach. Modi's follower count far exceeds other prominent world leaders. His popularity continues to grow worldwide.

Thunder to face Pistons in matchup of conference leaders without 5 of their top 6 scorers

Evacuations Lifted After Thornton Grass Fire
Evacuations were lifted following a grass fire in Thornton, indicating the fire was brought under control and residents could return home.

Analysts' bold prediction has Steelers landing $90 million QB
This would be an interesting move.

SPFC rest players, beat Coritiba, head to Paulistão semi on a high
There was plenty of rain left over at Couto Pereira for Coritiba versus São Paulo on Wednesday night (25).And it was the Tricolor who came out on top in the duel for the fourth round of the 2026 Bras.

Nigerian Government Urged to Scrap Electricity Subsidies
The NDPHC CEO has called on the Nigerian federal government to eliminate electricity subsidies and implement cost-reflective tariffs to ensure the power sector's financial stability.

12 Central Texas high school basketball teams advance in playoffs after bidistrict wins
Twelve Central Texas high school basketball teams won their UIL bidistrict playoff matchups to advance to the area round.

Edo attack sparks blame game, opposition demands IG probe
Gunmen attack the ADC secretariat in Edo, sparking a blame game between the APC and ADC. Opposition parties demand an IG-led probe into the Edo political a
Read More: https://punchng.com/edo-attack-sparks-blame-game-opposition-demands-ig-probe/
SC quashes plea challenging law on prosecution dept hiring
The Supreme Court upheld a BNSS provision allowing judicial officers in prosecution roles, dismissing a challenge as "misconceived" and lacking legal basis.

Swiss Government Bans Purchase and Import of Russian Gas
The Swiss government announced a complete ban on the purchase and import of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG), effective April 25, aligning with the latest round of EU sanctions.

Cancer Horoscope Today, 26 February 2026: Music lifts your mood, and a soulful song can steady you after a long day

Leo Horoscope Today, 26 February 2026: If you need a personal loan, be transparent and straightforward with the friend involved

Scorpio Horoscope Today, 26 February 2026: The workplace may feel tough today, so avoid delaying pending work

Inquiry into rising gallbladder stone diagnoses in women around pregnancy
An article explores whether there is an increase in women being diagnosed with gallbladder stones during or around pregnancy, discussing potential factors and implications.

Military Jackets at New York Fashion Week: How to Style
If you weren't taking notes during New York Fashion Week, here's a sneak peek of mine: Military-inspired styles ruled the runway.
And while it can be difficult to take high fashion trends to the...