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Jamie Overton Open to Ashes Return if Joe Root Asks
Jamie Overton open to England Ashes return if Joe Root asks. 32-year-old all-rounder, sidelined by stress fractures, focuses on white-ball cricket, hopeful of Test recall.
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Lord's Pitch Nine Overhaul: Why the Square Dug Up a Strip
Lord's has dug up Pitch Nine after years of surface criticism and an 'unsatisfactory' ICC rating. Here's what triggered the overhaul, the ground's action plan, and what it means for upcoming matches.
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Formula 1 to Restore Standard 305km Race Distance for 2028 Season
Formula 1 will restore the standard 305km race distance in 2028 after a temporary 15km reduction for the 2027 season, driven by new hybrid engine regulations and fuel strategy concerns.
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MNEK Cancels Bulldozer Tour Over Costs and Ticket Sales
MNEK has cancelled his Bulldozer!! tour amid poor ticket sales and prohibitive production costs, leaving fans disappointed but refunds promised. The decision highlights the growing financial pressure on artists touring new albums.
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Zack Coughlan Jailed for Life: UWE Student Murder of Jamie Collins Shocks Campus
A Bristol UWE student has been jailed for life with a minimum 28-year term for the brutal murder of his housemate Jamie Collins in a pre-planned attack that shocked the university community.
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Helen Haines Amputation: Details After Targeted Attack on Australian Independent MP
Independent MP Helen Haines had both legs amputated after a targeted car attack in regional Victoria, police say. Her husband confirms she is stable in hospital as the alleged driver faces serious charges.
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EFCC Arrests Abuja Businessman Over $120 Million Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested a 57-year-old Abuja businessman accused of defrauding a Ukrainian investor of over $120 million in a scheme spanning nearly two decades.
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Armed Robbery Suspect Arrested in Uyo Hotel Hideout
Akwa Ibom police arrest a 26-year-old suspect in a Uyo hotel, recovering weapons and charms linked to armed robbery; one accomplice remains at large.
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Nigerian Senate Urges Emergency Funding, Mandatory Ebola Screening at All Entry Points
The Nigerian Senate has called for emergency funding and mandatory health screening at all international entry points to prevent Ebola importation, citing gaps in current surveillance and outdated legal frameworks.
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Ogun State Suspends Eselu of Iselu Kingdom Over Partisan Conduct
Ogun State suspends the traditional ruler of Iselu Kingdom after allegations of partisan political activities, raising questions about monarchs' role in governance.
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Stephen Graham Gives Seth Meyers a Walking Acting Lesson on Late Night
Stephen Graham visited Seth Meyers' show and taught him character walks, turning a simple walk into an acting lesson. Meyers gave it his all, arms and all.
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EFCC Arrests Abuja Businessman Over $120 Million Fraud
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested a 57-year-old Abuja businessman accused of defrauding a Ukrainian investor of over $120 million in a scheme spanning nearly two decades.
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Lord's Pitch Nine Overhaul: Why the Square Dug Up a Strip
Lord's has dug up Pitch Nine after years of surface criticism and an 'unsatisfactory' ICC rating. Here's what triggered the overhaul, the ground's action plan, and what it means for upcoming matches.
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Audacious Thinking: Why Impossible Ideas Shape Tech's Future
When ambition meets reality, this editor’s letter explores why daring ideas—from synthetic blood to climate action—matter more than ever, and how to stop self-limiting.
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Abuja Gas Station Explosion After Car Crash Injures Driver, Damages Police Post
A Sunday morning car crash at a gas station in Abuja's Liberty Junction sparked a massive inferno, injuring the driver and a child while damaging nearby shops and a police post. Emergency crews worked through the morning to contain the blaz...
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Kano Leads 2026 NECO with Record Five-Credit Passes
Kano State tops the 2026 NECO Senior School Certificate Examination with 74,413 candidates achieving five credits including English and Mathematics, surpassing Lagos and Oyo. The result highlights sustained state investment in education.
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Resident Doctors Issue Two-Week Ultimatum to Government Over Unmet Welfare Demands
Resident doctors' body NARD gives FG a 14-day ultimatum to resolve welfare demands, warning of industrial action if conditions unmet. Directive follows 46th AGM in Calabar where leaders highlighted salary, workload and migration concerns.
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Nigerian Mid-Tier Banks Reach N20.47trillion Combined Assets as H1 2026 Earnings Surge
Analysis of five mid-sized Nigerian banks reveals combined total assets of N20.47 trillion and profit after tax of N338.4 billion in the first half of 2026, with FCMB and Wema Bank dominating performance.
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NDC Support Group Registration Sparks Resistance from Obi-Kwankwaso Camps Ahead of 2027
The Nigeria Democratic Congress' move to register support groups ahead of the 2027 election has triggered pushback from the Obi-Kwankwaso Movement and allied groups, who insist on their independence while urging unity to secure victory.
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Peter Obi Safety Concerns Trigger Calls for Federal Protection Before 2027 Polls
IPOB lawyer Ifeanyi Ejiofor warns that Peter Obi's safety is at risk ahead of the 2027 election, urging President Tinubu to take immediate preventive action. The appeal highlights growing concerns over political intimidation and the need to...