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…if we carefully rummage through the lurid, the grotesque, the salacious stories of their Sex-cellencies – even at state levels with the governors – we may find anchors to how power politics in Nigeria and Africa can be explained through sex. That was also the view of Zimbabwean journalist and blogger, Fungai Machirori. According to her, we may need to study the sexual histories of our men in power. This is because, from the rhythm of the silent but jangling bells of their dangling penises, a silent compass to their politics may just as well be hiding. Did you listen…

Israeli and Jordanian forces intercepted an Iranian missile aimed at the Jordanian city of Aqaba on Sunday, the Israeli military said, after Amman denied the city’s airport and seaport were evacuated over a threat. When asked by AFP about reports of explosions near the Israeli city of Eilat, an Israeli military spokeswoman said both Israeli and Jordanian forces had intercepted a projectile. Minutes before the interception, the Israeli military said it had detected missiles launched from Iran towards Aqaba and warned of the possibility of “spillover” into Israeli territory. The Jordanian military meanwhile said it had downed “three Iranian missiles…

Emmanuel Ugwu-Nwogo in Enugu Former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar has again been advised to shelve his ambition and withdraw from the 2027 presidential race in deference to the existing convention on power rotation between north and south. A founding member of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Mr. Osita Okechukwu, made the call in Enugu, reiterating his earlier stance that Atiku has no business joining the presidential race since the presidency currently resides in the south. Atiku, pursuant to his long-standing ambition to become Nigeria’s president, has picked the presidential ticket of the African Democratic Congress(ADC) to slug it out with President…

There was a time when a great night out was simply about finding the right place.Today, it’s about finding the right vibe. For many young Nigerians, the best nights are defined by the music that kept everyone dancing, the strangers who became friends and the moments that somehow found their way onto everyone’s camera roll.The venue matters, but the atmosphere matters even more. Across concerts, house parties, festivals and nightlife experiences, music has become more than entertainment. It has become the thread that connects people, shapes conversations and creates memories that outlive the night itself.Every Generation Has Its Soundtrack: Every…

Burnham was officially declared Labour Party leader on Friday following a short contest in which he was the only candidate, having secured the backing of 379 MPs. Some opposition parties have urged Burnham to call a general election in order to ensure he has a mandate for his premiership. However, Powell insisted Burnham would stick to the promises made in Labour’s manifesto in the 2024 general election. “Our manifesto did talk about the redistribution of power, it did talk about the rewiring of our country, it did talk about taking on some of those vested interests,” she said.”He [Burnham] really…

Dino J Martins has never been able to resist the small things. The renowned entomologist and evolutionary biologist spent his formative years in biodiversity-rich western Kenya with his foster parents, Joe and Sarah Ellen, looking at birds, flowers and insects on Mt Elgon, and in Kakamega forest and Kerio valley.He was especially transfixed by the miniature world beneath his feet – dung beetles rolling mounds of cattle dung; safari ants’ migrations across the plains; male butterflies that suck salt and other nutrients from the mud to produce “nuptial gifts” during mating; and bees pollinating the critically endangered African violet alongside…

Antonelli initially looked set to deliver on the pre-race expectations and dominate comfortably at the front following his impressive pole position on Saturday.Clever driving on the first lap solved his concerns about being passed on the run up the hill to Les Combes, when he let Verstappen past him into Eau Rouge and then slipstreamed back into the lead up the following Kemmel straight.Behind him, Russell went into Les Combes side by side with Hamilton, trying to pass the Ferrari around the outside.Russell was ahead going into the corner, but a wobble from Hamilton caused by the airflow to his…

Hours before Lionel Messi plays in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Final, in what may be his final game on the Argentinian national team, the sports apparel, collectibles and entertainment company Fanatics is launching a campaign that focuses on Messi’s iconic number 10 jersey and declares “You Can’t Hang It Up While We’re Still Wearing It.” Fanatics debuted a short film called “We’re Still Wearing It” Sunday morning, which features a Spanish-language version of the song “Don’t Cry For Me Argentina” by Luz Gaggi, a finalist on Argentina’s The Voice. The film sees a giant Messi jersey being raised in…

In much of the world, including Russia itself, this richly satisfying collation is known as salade olivier, after the 19th-century Belgian-born chef credited with its creation. Its wide popularity is testament to its adaptability and essential deliciousness: robust enough for picnics and packed lunches, it also keeps well and is great paired with just about anything, from fish to a simple green salad.Prep 40 minCook 15 minServes 4For the salad200g waxy potatoes (ie, about 4 small ones)100g carrots (ie, 1 medium one)100g turnip (about ½ medium one, or 2 extra potatoes, if you prefer)Salt 50g green beans2 eggs (optional)75g frozen…

NewsFeedSo as Argentina prepares to face Spain in the World Cup final why is the team so white in comparison to its South American neighbours? Al Jazeera’s Rahul Pathak explains.Published On 19 Jul 202619 Jul 2026Click here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharegoogleAdd Al Jazeera on Googleinfo