Aberdeen finally sees sunshine after 21 days of gloom
The last reported sunshine had been on 21 January – the longest sunless period since records began in 1957.
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Uganda: North Kigezi Bishop Calls for Teacher Dedication and Equal Support for Boys
[Nile Post] As the first school term of 2026 begins, the Bishop of North Kigezi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Onesimus Asiimwe, has urged teachers to remain dedicated to their duties, warning that rising absenteeism–particularly in government schools–is negatively affecting learners.
‘Utterly wicked’ nursery abuser jailed for 18 years
Judge John Dodd KC says “perverse and depraved” Vincent Chan had “lost all sense of moral compass.”
Kubayi condemns threats against SIU spokesperson Kganyago
It’s alleged the dealership’s representative, Yusuf Omar, expressed dissatisfaction on social media.
How Nigerian musician Fela Kuti used music as a weapon against dictatorship
Considered the father of Afrobeat, Kuti used his music in the 1970s to combat colonial values and brutal dictatorship. Podcaster Jad Abumrad tells his story in the series, Fela Kuti: Fear No Man.
Next 100x Coin Alert: One Best Crypto Presale Pump Momentum With 9,736% ROI – BTC and ETH Drift Along
Crypto markets are reeling as Bitcoin dips below $70,000, dragging Ethereum down 10% in 24 hours and shaking confidence across altcoins. Traders are feeling the pain as total market capitalization contracts sharply, and volatility surges to levels not seen in weeks. Every dip is magnified, every swing watched, as investors scramble to find tokens that […]
4 Months Trapped in a Hospital for an Obsolete Way of Treating Their Disease
Health workers in developing countries know that isolating tuberculosis patients is an outdated and potentially harmful practice, but lack the resources to move away from it.
Canada mass shooting suspect had police visits over mental health struggles
Police say the suspect’s firearms licence expired two years ago, and exactly who owned the guns used in the attack is unclear.
Border Officials Are Said To Have Caused El Paso Closure by Firing Anti-Drone Laser
An anonymous reader shares a report: The abrupt closure of El Paso’s airspace late Tuesday was precipitated when Customs and Border Protection officials deployed an anti-drone laser on loan from the Department of Defense without giving aviation officials enough time to assess the risks to commercial aircraft, according to multiple people briefed on the situation. The episode led the Federal...
Guests, MPs put their best foot forward
Guests, MPs put their best foot forward
Guests and Members of Parliament have used the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) to tell a story far deeper than fabric and thread and instead used the occasion to tell a story of growth and ambition.
“I believe that I must look nice like this, but most importantly, our designers get an opportunity not only to showcase their work, but...
Funding cuts will devastate the next generation of scientists | Letters
Physics research drives technological innovation, from medical imaging to data processing, write Dr Phil Bull and Prof Chris Clarkson; plus letters from Tim Gershon and Vincenzo Vagnoni, and Prof Paul Howarth
Your article (UK ‘could lose generation of scientists’ with cuts to projects and research facilities, 6 February) is right to highlight the serious consequences of proposed 30% funding...
Nigeria: Al-Muhibbah Open Varsity Matriculates 365 Students in Bauchi
[Leadership] Al-Muhibbah Open University, Bauchi, has matriculated 365 students into its various academic programmes.
Dundee Utd face four matches in 14 days on weather-struck pitch
Dundee United face playing four matches in 14 days on their weather-beaten Tannadice Park pitch after a request for postponed games to be rearranged for later dates was turned down.
NTA cautions against threatening scholars in taxis
The alliance says the rights to continue economic activity must be respected.
‘True leadership is grounded in humility’: ANC welcomes Lesufi’s apology
The ANC welcomed Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi’s apology for his comments during the Johannesburg water crisis, appreciating his accountability and clarification that his remarks were not intended to suggest differing hardships based on social standing
Barnet boss gets nine-game ban for abusing female referee
Barnet manager Dean Brennan is given a nine-game touchline ban for verbally abusing referee Kirsty Dowle, with reference to gender.
Senate Questions Health Care Firm for Profiting Off Program Meant for Poor
The program was meant to help hospitals provide for poor patients by offering drug savings. But critics say a Texas company has turned it into a big business, driving up costs for patients and insurers.
Only 6 Days Left Before ZKP Supply Shrinks as Dogecoin Price Shifts and Solana Shows Activity
The crypto market often measures momentum through Dogecoin price and Solana price, with Dogecoin seeing strong daily trading activity and Solana reflecting significant SOL movements off exchanges. These metrics highlight how mainstream coins behave in fast-moving markets, offering context for emerging platforms and crypto betting trends. Amid this landscape, Zero Knowledge Proof (ZKP) has begun...
The Wait Is Over: BlockDAG Mainnet and TGE Are Now Live! Monero Price Prediction Shows Recovery & Tron Price Signals Strength
Stronger moves across the market have pulled attention toward price forecasts, especially after the Monero price prediction for 2030 pointed to a possible rise to $1,000. At the same time, traders noted how the Tron price prediction softened when the project expanded its treasury to 680 million TRX during a market dip. These shifts show […]