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Pneumonic plague is a rare but severe lung infection that spreads rapidly between humans. A recent death at a Siberian research lab has renewed focus on transmission risks and containment measures.
Entertainment
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus drops to $37.99 for October Prime Day 2026, offering 4K streaming, Wi-Fi 6, Dolby Vision, and cloud gaming support without a console.
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Discover 10 essential Plex hacks for optimizing your media server, from metadata cleanup to smart sharing and quality settings that enhance streaming.
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The Vanquish 11oz Titanium Framing Hammer drops to $68.79 for October Prime Day—a 20% discount on a lightweight titanium and carbon steel tool that delivers 50% more force and 30% less recoil than standard steel hammers.
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The DeWalt 20V MAX Cordless Drill and Impact Driver Kit falls to $138.99 during October Prime Day, offering cordless power, lightweight design, and 42% off the usual list price.
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Beats Powerbeats Pro 2 fall to $179.95 for October Prime Day, matching their lowest-ever price and offering gym-focused features like heart-rate tracking, noise cancellation, and durable ear hooks.
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Survivors Tracy Lewis and Rhianon Bragg reveal how isolation and rural settings enable domestic abuse, as they call for better support, policy change, and greater awareness in countryside communities.
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Politics
Kemi Badenoch frames the upcoming election as a 'battle of ideas' at Conservative Conference, contrasting the party's vision with Labour's approach on tax, growth, and national direction.
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An independent review will examine 10 UK military training sites after four women alleged sexual assault and harassment at the Army Foundation College in Harrogate. The probe aims to uncover systemic issues and recommend reforms to protect...
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Three survivors speak out after a Sheffield serial rapist fled to Pakistan while on bail, igniting fury over failed legal safeguards and calls for immediate reform.
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Residents of Kibbutz Nir Oz return three years after the 7 October attacks to assess destruction, honor lost neighbors, and decide how much of the ruined community to rebuild.
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Business
Business
The Johannesburg Stock Exchange and Technology Innovation Agency have launched a 16-week pilot to help 10 South African tech SMEs in health, agriculture, and fintech become investment-ready and access new sources of capital.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Amazon Fire TV Stick 4K Plus drops to $37.99 for October Prime Day 2026, offering 4K streaming, Wi-Fi 6, Dolby Vision, and cloud gaming support without a console.
News
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A Nigerian court handed a 14-year prison sentence to a woman who stole a newborn baby while faking a pregnancy, sparking outrage in Ekiti State.
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Youths in Edo State communities protest an eight-month electricity blackout, urging regulators and distribution companies to restore power and address unresolved billing and infrastructure issues.
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Akwa Ibom State repositioned agriculture as a major driver of food security, employment and rural wealth, with the commissioner detailing interventions from equipment subsidies to rural road upgrades.
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Nigeria hosts Madagascar in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at Godswill Akpabio Stadium, with Victor Osimhen absent and Eric Chelle's side aiming for a winning start in Group L qualifying action.
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Tuchel has expressed concern over Cole Palmer's repeated injury issues, stating the Chelsea forward is missing vital England camp opportunities due to persistent discomfort.
Politics
Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal urges FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to join the APC or clarify his political stance, insisting loyalty must be clear ahead of the 2027 general elections.
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Vice President Shettima urges global leaders to direct AI toward human development, highlighting Nigeria's digital infrastructure investments and the technology's potential to transform key sectors at the 81st UN General Assembly.
