Month: July 2026
7702 posts
Academy Award-winning artist Glen Hansard passes away in Dublin motorcycle accident
Glen Hansard, the Academy Award-winning musician known for The Frames and the song Falling Slowly, has died in a motorcycle crash in Dublin at the age of 56.
Atiku’s Aide Claims Nigerian Voters, Not Judiciary, Should Determine 2027 Election Outcome
Demola Olarenwaju, an aide to Atiku Abubakar, argues that the 2027 Nigerian presidential election must be resolved by voters at the polls instead of through judicial processes.
Environment Agency declares drought across seven English regions
Seven English regions have entered an official drought state following a record-dry summer and extreme heat, according to the Environment Agency.
Russell T Davies reflects on the passing of his spouse, calling it his most profound loss
Screenwriter Russell T Davies discusses the loss of his husband, Andrew Smith, who passed away in 2018 after an eight-year battle with a malignant brain tumour.
Joe Schmidt takes on consultancy role with Ulster
Former Ireland and Australia coach Joe Schmidt has joined Ulster as a coach development advisor to strengthen the provincial coaching pathway.
Over 100 Aftershocks Rock Japan Following Deadly Magnitude 6.8 Earthquake
A magnitude 6.8 earthquake in Japan has killed at least 13 people, triggering over 100 aftershocks and sparking an urgent search-and-rescue mission amid extreme heat.
Suspects Confess to Fatal Beating of UNIJOS Student Over Stolen Phone
Four suspects have confessed to the fatal mob beating of University of Jos student Ibrahim Mbaya, claiming they assaulted him to recover a missing mobile phone.
F1 Chief Warns of European Season Finale Amid Middle East Conflict
Formula 1 president Stefano Domenicali has confirmed that the 2026 season could conclude in Europe if regional instability in the Middle East makes the scheduled finales in Qatar and Abu Dhabi impossible to host.
Examining potential pathways for reforming social care in England
Prime Minister Andy Burnham is pushing for urgent social care reform in England, tasking a government review to fast-track recommendations on how to fix and fund the overburdened system.
Atiku Abubakar Criticizes Tinubu Government Over Excessive N12.62 Trillion Borrowing
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has accused President Bola Tinubu's administration of financial mismanagement following reports that the government exceeded its borrowing limit by N4.79 trillion.