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Ben Askren returns to wrestling one year after life-saving transplant
Former UFC star Ben Askren is set to wrestle on his 42nd birthday, marking a major milestone just a year after undergoing a double lung transplant and surviving a critical illness.
July 18, 2026
Taco Bell pulls lettuce from US menus amid parasite outbreak
Taco Bell is removing lettuce from its menu in several US states as a precautionary measure during an outbreak of a parasitic infection linked to contaminated food.
July 17, 2026
Jesy Nelson hails new screening program for newborn spinal muscular atrophy testing
Newborns in England will soon undergo screening for spinal muscular atrophy, a move celebrated by advocate and singer Jesy Nelson as a vital victory for affected families.
July 16, 2026
US Defense Department to screen troops over 30 for low testosterone levels
US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has ordered mandatory testosterone screenings for military personnel aged 30 and older during annual checkups, though treatment will remain optional.
July 15, 2026
Aimee Barrett-Theron pauses refereeing career following breast cancer diagnosis
Top international rugby referee Aimee Barrett-Theron has paused her career to undergo treatment for breast cancer, expressing optimism about a future return to the field.
July 15, 2026
Government launches campaign to warn tourists about methanol poisoning dangers
A government campaign is warning travelers about the lethal risks of methanol in counterfeit alcohol following several high-profile poisoning cases abroad.
July 15, 2026
Nollywood Star Omotunde Ogundimu Seeks Assistance Following Cervical Cancer Diagnosis
Veteran actress Omotunde Ogundimu has publicly requested financial support as she manages a private battle with cervical cancer and industry-related professional hardships.
July 14, 2026
Mitch McConnell explains absence following fall and pneumonia diagnosis
Senator Mitch McConnell has confirmed he will delay his return to the Senate while recovering from a recent fall and pneumonia, ending weeks of speculation regarding his health.
July 12, 2026
Journalist and Broadcaster Dermot Murnaghan Passes Away at 68
Broadcaster and former news anchor Dermot Murnaghan has died at 68, a year after sharing his stage four prostate cancer diagnosis.
July 11, 2026
Daily Nigerian News Recap: 10 Key Updates for Saturday
Key updates from Nigeria today include President Tinubu's 2027 running mate nomination, the rescue of kidnapped students in Oyo, a major drug trafficking trial in Lagos, and new budget proposals in Rivers State.
July 11, 2026