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US Seizes Iranian Ship Near Hormuz, Tehran Vows Retaliation Amid Tensions
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US Seizes Iranian Ship Near Hormuz, Tehran Vows Retaliation Amid Tensions

The United States seized an Iranian vessel near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Tehran to vow retaliation and further escalating tensions in the critical waterway. This incident occurred ahead of planned peace talks, which Iran is reportedly considering boycotting due to US demands.

Parisian Engineer Wins €1 Million Picasso in Raffle
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Parisian Engineer Wins €1 Million Picasso in Raffle

A Parisian engineer won a Pablo Picasso painting valued at over one million euros after purchasing a 100-euro raffle ticket. He was reportedly surprised and initially skeptical about his unexpected win.

International Reactions to Szijjártó-Lavrov Recordings Intensify
Politicslsm-lvtelextvn24+1hungary-today21d ago4 sources

International Reactions to Szijjártó-Lavrov Recordings Intensify

International reactions to the leaked Szijjártó-Lavrov recordings have intensified, with the Russian Foreign Ministry spokesperson claiming they prove Western interference in Hungarian elections, and the Czech Foreign Minister criticizing President Petr Pavel's anti-Hungarian remarks, following earlier statements from the Czech President and the EU regarding Hungary's sharing of sensitive information with Moscow.

Air China Resumes Direct Flights to North Korea After Six-Year Hiatus
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Air China Resumes Direct Flights to North Korea After Six-Year Hiatus

Air China has resumed direct flights between Beijing and Pyongyang after a six-year hiatus, marking another step in the isolated nation's gradual reopening and providing a lifeline for its economy as China is its largest trading partner. The resumption also complements renewed train services between the capitals, though new restrictions apply to passengers.

A second wake-up call to Nigerian church leaders, By Bosun Emmanuel and Ayo Akerele
PoliticsPremium Times1mo ago

A second wake-up call to Nigerian church leaders, By Bosun Emmanuel and Ayo Akerele

In 2014, the Church was warned not to permit the Islamists to form a government in Nigeria. Sadly, some influential Church leaders disdained the warning and condemned the messenger. Twelve years after that warning, it is clear that that messenger was not “playing politics”, as alleged. Now, Christians are being given another warning. The Islamists […] The post A second wake-up call to Nigerian church leaders, By Bosun Emmanuel and Ayo Akerele appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Senate deputy minority leader dumps PDP, joins Accord
Worldpunch-ng1mo ago

Senate deputy minority leader dumps PDP, joins Accord

The lawmaker representing Osun West in the Senate, Lere Oyewumi, elected on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party in the 2023 general elections, has defected to the Accord Party. Until his defection, announced in a statement obtained in Osogbo on Monday, Oyewumi was the last PDP senator in Osun State, following the earlier defections Read More: https://punchng.com/senate-deputy-minority-leader-dumps-pdp-joins-accord/

FG appoints new OAU pro-chancellor
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

FG appoints new OAU pro-chancellor

The Federal Government has appointed Adejare Bello, a former Osun Speaker, as the new OAU pro-chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council. Read More: https://punchng.com/fg-appoints-new-oau-pro-chancellor/

Six Osun Reps defect to Accord Party
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Six Osun Reps defect to Accord Party

Six members of the House of Representatives from Osun State have defected from the PDP to the Accord Party, following Governor Ademola Adeleke. Read More: https://punchng.com/six-osun-reps-defect-to-accord-party/

100 Osun residents benefit from medical outreach
Healthpunch-ng1mo ago

100 Osun residents benefit from medical outreach

100 residents in Ife North received free care at an Osun medical outreach, including health tests, glasses, and food, organized for a lawmaker’s birthday. Read More: https://punchng.com/100-osun-residents-benefit-from-medical-outreach/

FG secures $100m funding for fibre-optic expansion
Technologyvanguard-ng1mo ago

FG secures $100m funding for fibre-optic expansion

By Yinka Kolawole The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a $100 million investment in Nigeria’s Project BRIDGE, the fibre-optic expansion programme of the Federal Government (FG). Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy, Bosun Tijani,  announced the approval in a  post  on X,  adding that the funding is in addition to the […] The post FG secures $100m funding for fibre-optic expansion appeared first on Vanguard News.

Osun, Ekiti Polls: We’re battle-ready, ADC S/West caucus declares
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Osun, Ekiti Polls: We’re battle-ready, ADC S/West caucus declares

By Luminous Jannamike ABUJA – The African Democratic Congress (ADC) Southwest Caucus says it is fully prepared for the upcoming governorship elections in Osun and Ekiti states, signalling an early and coordinated push to strengthen its political presence in the region. The move reflects the party’s broader plan to ramp up mobilisation, tighten internal unity […] The post Osun, Ekiti Polls: We’re battle-ready, ADC S/West caucus declares appeared first on Vanguard News.

Pensioners laud Osun health insurance scheme
Healthpunch-ng1mo ago

Pensioners laud Osun health insurance scheme

Pensioners in Osun State praise the Osun Health Insurance Scheme, calling it a lifesaver that has reduced death rates and eased their financial burdens. Read More: https://punchng.com/pensioners-laud-osun-health-insurance-scheme/

Nigeria Addresses Political Plots, Economic Challenges, and Security Incidents
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Nigeria Addresses Political Plots, Economic Challenges, and Security Incidents

Nigeria is grappling with a range of issues, including charges related to an alleged plot to overthrow President Tinubu, ongoing political maneuvering for future elections, and efforts to address economic challenges and security incidents.

CDHR Demands Regional REC Appointment for Osun 2026 Elections
WorldPremium Times5d ago

CDHR Demands Regional REC Appointment for Osun 2026 Elections

The Committee for the Defence of Human Rights (CDHR) has urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to appoint a Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) from either the Northern or South-Eastern region for the Osun 2026 elections, following the transfer of Mutiu Agboke.

Man Wins Valuable Picasso Painting in Charity Raffle
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Man Wins Valuable Picasso Painting in Charity Raffle

A man from Paris won a valuable Picasso painting, estimated between €850,000 and over €1 million, in a charity raffle after purchasing a ticket for just €100. The unexpected win was part of an event to raise money for clean water projects.

Czech Schools Welcome Earlier Start to Summer Holidays
Politicsirozhlas19d ago

Czech Schools Welcome Earlier Start to Summer Holidays

Most school leaders in the Vysočina region of the Czech Republic have welcomed the announcement by the Minister of Education that summer holidays will begin earlier this year, with some camp organizers having already anticipated the change.

Barron Trump Praised for 'Life-Saving Actions' in London Assault Case
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Barron Trump Praised for 'Life-Saving Actions' in London Assault Case

A British judge praised Barron Trump, Donald Trump's youngest son, for his 'life-saving actions' after he called emergency services when witnessing an assault on a friend, an incident for which a Russian national was later sentenced to four years in jail.

Nigerian Students Protest Poor Electricity Supply in Osun State
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng1mo ago2 sources

Nigerian Students Protest Poor Electricity Supply in Osun State

Students under the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS) have staged a protest in Osogbo, Osun State, demanding an end to the country’s worsening electricity supply, which is negatively impacting academic activities and local communities.

Terror: Fear grips South-West as farmers, travellers, others targeted
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Terror: Fear grips South-West as farmers, travellers, others targeted

By Dayo Johnson, Shina Abubakar, Deola Badru & Rotimi Ojomoyela The growing wave of insecurity across Nigeria’s South-West region has become a major source of concern for residents, community leaders and security experts. States such as Ondo, Oyo, Osun and Ekiti, once considered relatively peaceful compared to other parts of the country, are now witnessing a disturbing […] The post Terror: Fear grips South-West as farmers, travellers, others targeted appeared first on Vanguard News.

Osun PDP group seeks Wike’s intervention
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Osun PDP group seeks Wike’s intervention

A PDP group in Osun State urges Nyesom Wike and the national leadership to intervene in the party crisis and dissolve the state’s leadership committee. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-pdp-group-seeks-wikes-intervention/

Hyosung Heavy secures first ESS project in Australia
BusinessKorea Herald1mo ago

Hyosung Heavy secures first ESS project in Australia

Hyosung Heavy Industries said Thursday it has signed a 142.5 billion won ($96.3 million) contract in Australia to build energy storage system infrastructure, marking the company’s first ESS supply project in the country. The Korean power equipment manufacturer signed the agreement with Tangkam BESS, an Australian project company, to construct a 100-megawatt, 200-megawatt-hour battery energy storage system in Tangkam, Queensland, near Brisbane on Australia's eastern coast. The system will be capa

I deserve a second term, says Gov. Adeleke
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

I deserve a second term, says Gov. Adeleke

Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has stated that his performance during his first term warrants a second term in office. The post I deserve a second term, says Gov. Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.

Landsvirkjun's Emissions Increased in 2025
Environmentmorgunbladid1mo ago

Landsvirkjun's Emissions Increased in 2025

Landsvirkjun, Iceland's national power company, reported an increase in its energy production emissions in 2025, though its per-kilowatt-hour emissions remain among the lowest in the energy sector.

Land Grabbing at Osun State University
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Land Grabbing at Osun State University

The Vice-Chancellor of Osun State University details significant challenges, including land grabbers and illegal occupants taking over university land, alongside pressure from various stakeholders.

Residents Protest Poor Power Supply in Osun
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Residents Protest Poor Power Supply in Osun

Residents in Osogbo, Osun State, staged a protest against poor power supply, issuing a seven-day ultimatum to the IBEDC to restore their communities to Band A classification for improved electricity.

Osun monarch Akire of Ikire dies at 91, LG mourns
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Osun monarch Akire of Ikire dies at 91, LG mourns

The Akire of Ikire in Osun State, Oba Olatunde Falabi, has died at the age of 91 after a reign of over three decades, the local government confirms. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-monarch-akire-of-ikire-dies-at-91-lg-mourns/

Six Osun PDP federal lawmakers defect to Accord, party endorses Adeleke
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Six Osun PDP federal lawmakers defect to Accord, party endorses Adeleke

As the Osun State governorship election approaches, six federal lawmakers elected on the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) platform have defected to the Accord Party, joining Governor Ademola Adeleke, who is seeking re-election under the Accord platform. The post Six Osun PDP federal lawmakers defect to Accord, party endorses Adeleke appeared first on Vanguard News.

Osun Assembly speaker, 24 lawmakers dump PDP, join Accord
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Osun Assembly speaker, 24 lawmakers dump PDP, join Accord

It would be recalled that the governor had, in December last year, joined the Accord Party while the lawmakers remained in the PDP until their decision on Friday. The post Osun Assembly speaker, 24 lawmakers dump PDP, join Accord appeared first on Vanguard News.

Što je "bebot" i zašto je zaludio djevojke?
Cultureindex-hr1mo ago

Što je "bebot" i zašto je zaludio djevojke?

TIKTOKOM se širi 'bebot' make-up, trend inspiriran filipinskom Y2K estetikom. Nazvan po riječi za 'zgodnu curu', slavi osunčan izgled, smokey eye i sjajne usne kao odmak od minimalizma.

Osun 2026: APC Plans to Unseat Governor Adeleke
PoliticsPremium Times6d ago

Osun 2026: APC Plans to Unseat Governor Adeleke

The APC in Osun State is strategizing to unseat Governor Adeleke in the 2026 elections, anticipating a highly competitive three-way race with the emergence of the African Democratic Congress (ADC).

Osun Assembly Raises Concerns Over Electoral Commissioner Redeployment
Worldpunch-ngvanguard-ng12d ago2 sources

Osun Assembly Raises Concerns Over Electoral Commissioner Redeployment

The Osun State House of Assembly has expressed concern over the “sudden redeployment” of the Resident Electoral Commissioner (REC) for the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in the state, Mutiu Agboke, fearing it could compromise the 2026 elections.

Nigerian President Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion plan to clear power sector debts
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Nigerian President Tinubu approves N3.3 trillion plan to clear power sector debts

President Bola Tinubu has approved a N3.3 trillion (approximately $2.2 billion) plan to clear Nigeria's power sector debts. The initiative aims to improve electricity reliability, stabilize the energy value chain, and restore investor confidence, following a review of legacy debts accumulated over a decade.

Iran Rejects US Ceasefire Amid Negotiation Claims; Markets React to Peace Hopes
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Iran Rejects US Ceasefire Amid Negotiation Claims; Markets React to Peace Hopes

Iran has rejected a US ceasefire proposal and dismissed claims of ongoing negotiations, dampening hopes for de-escalation, though markets like the S&P 500 still reacted positively to initial hopes for peace talks, with oil prices falling.

Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,240 students
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Osun lawmaker awards scholarships to 1,240 students

Osun lawmaker Wole Oke awards scholarships to 1,240 technical school students to tackle unemployment and promote self-reliance among youths in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/osun-lawmaker-awards-scholarships-to-1240-students/

Osogbo communities urge Tinubu to address unstable power supply
Politicsvanguard-ng1mo ago

Osogbo communities urge Tinubu to address unstable power supply

Residents of over 15 communities in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State, have appealed to President Bola Tinubu to intervene and ensure a stable power supply, citing the impact of erratic electricity on businesses and daily life. The post Osogbo communities urge Tinubu to address unstable power supply appeared first on Vanguard News.

PSC approves promotion of seven AIGs to DIGs
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PSC approves promotion of seven AIGs to DIGs

PREMIUM TIMES had reported that PSC invited seven AIGs for promotion interviews earlier on Friday morning. The post PSC approves promotion of seven AIGs to DIGs appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Osun APC Denies Anointing Candidates for 2027 Elections
Politicspunch-ng1mo ago

Osun APC Denies Anointing Candidates for 2027 Elections

The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has denied anointing any candidates for the 2027 National Assembly and Assembly elections, urging members to focus on the upcoming governorship election to ensure party unity.

Osun recruits 526 teachers, successful candidates to collect appointment letters Monday
Worldvanguard-ng1mo ago

Osun recruits 526 teachers, successful candidates to collect appointment letters Monday

By Shina Abubakar, Osogbo The Osun State Government has recruited 526 teachers for public primary and secondary schools across the state. In a statement issued at the weekend, the Commissioner for Information and Public Enlightenment, Kolapo Alimi, said the names of the first batch of successful applicants had been released. According to the statement, the […] The post Osun recruits 526 teachers, successful candidates to collect appointment letters Monday appeared first on Vanguard News.