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As Nigel Farage inflicts an August byelection on the Clacton constituency in Essex, local voters are divided over whether they need, or want, to give the Reform UK leader a fresh mandate.In this self-styled battle between the “establishment and the people” views range from adulatory to sceptical to outright cynical over a contest that all mainstream parties are boycotting, leaving Count Binface and Laurence Fox as Farage’s only potential rivals.“I think it’s good he’s called an election,” says Sam Borgman (main image, right), who programmes electronics in racing cars. “It shines a spotlight on him and exposes his motives. It’s…

The Cross River Government has announced the sealing of three private health facilities in the state over alleged quackery, non-registration, outdated facilities, and lack of minimal standards to function. The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the sealing was announced by the state’s ministry of health in a statement made available to journalists in Calabar on Saturday. Stephen Agbor of the Department of Medical and Dental Service (DMDS), and Dan Abubakar signed the statement. According to the duo, the facilities were sealed following inspection by the taskforce on Health Quality and Anti-Quackery. “The inspection of these facilities located in the…

Key eventsTRY! Fiji 8 – 54 England (Henry Slade)59 mins. Relentless stuff from England, as it has been all game, with their defence swarming on kick chases and generally allowing no breathing space. The latest forces Muntz into a poor clearing kick which is soon moved to the right via a cute Fin Smith pass to Slade. He drives for the line and has enough momentum to carry him over the line despite the tackle of Ravouvou.ShareTRY! Fiji 8 – 47 England (Henry Pollock)55 mins. Ben Earl snaffles the ball as it comes loose from a Fiji ruck on the…

Is Jude an omega? Will Haaland be able to resist his pheromones during Saturday’s highly anticipated World Cup quarterfinal between England and Norway? Why are there more than 43,000 fanfics listed under the “Men’s Football” tag on Archive of Our Own? Do these sentences mean nothing to you?  The World Cup is always a collision of fandoms. Your favorite players from your favorite clubs divide themselves by nationality (patriotism is a fandom, right?) and clash on a global stage that produces the most legendary games and rivalries in sports. It’s also a televised barrage of emotional moments and dramatic tension,…

In a bid to redefine premium hospitality in Ogun State, veteran Nollywood actor, Alhaji Taiwo Hassan Ogogo, has insugurated a state-of-the-art, ultra-modern swimming pool at the prestigious Amazon Luxury Apartments in Ilaro. ​The unveiling ceremony marks a major milestone for the luxury establishment, driven by the visionary leadership of its Chief Executive Officer, Chief Jerry Oluranti. ​The event drew an enthusiastic crowd of residents, high-profile guests, and well-wishers who gathered to witness the debut of the elite hotel and recreational facility.  Designed to blend elegance with relaxation, the new pool underscores management’s commitment to delivering top-tier hospitality experiences. ​Speaking at…

The Chairman of Uyo Capital City Development Authority (UCCDA), Anietie Eka, has distanced himself from a controversial report praising the Akwa Ibom State Government’s flood control efforts after the publication drew widespread criticism for appearing insensitive to victims of Thursday’s devastating flooding in Uyo. The report, written by Godwin Edet, personal assistant on media to Governor Umo Eno, argued that the governor’s investments in roads and drainage infrastructure prevented an even worse disaster despite severe flooding that submerged homes, businesses and major roads across the state capital. The publication, however, triggered public outrage, with many residents and commentators questioning the…

The former government minister is believed to have been attacked on Wednesday, a full day before her body was discovered.By Al Jazeera Staff and ReutersPublished On 11 Jul 202611 Jul 2026A man who was arrested on suspicion of murdering former British government minister Ann Widdecombe has been released and is no longer part of the investigation, police said.This comes as detectives revealed the killing took place a day before Widdecombe’s body was found at her home in rural southwest England on Thursday.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listDevon and Cornwall Police said a 26-year-old white British national was arrested…

In the face of displacement and hardship, Zenith Bank Plc is restoring hope and dignity to vulnerable women and girls in Benue State through a life-changing intervention that addresses menstrual hygiene and sexual and gender-based violence, writes Omolabake Fasogbon For thousands of women and girls living in Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camps in Benue State, daily life is defined by uncertainty. Having fled violence and insecurity, many now face the battle of coping with limited access to basic healthcare, menstrual hygiene products and protection from sexual and gender-based violence (SGBV). In the midst of these challenges, a compassionate intervention by Zenith…

Harvard astrophysicist Avi Loeb will head the UAP Science Advisory Council established by the White House, the Pentagon, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence, the FBI, and “the intelligence community.” The Council will provide scientific reports and advice to the UAP Governing Board, in an effort to “resolve the nature of UAP,” or unidentified anomalous phenomena.On paper, Loeb’s qualifications seem strong. And he’s surrounded himself with a team from a variety of backgrounds. The Council includes not only physicists, but a pathologist, a computer scientist, a philosopher, a psychologist, and even the founding publisher of Skeptic magazine.His Harvard…

Devon and Cornwall Police have confirmed a 26-year-old man has been arrested as part of a murder investigation into the death of Ann Widdecombe.The 78-year-old Reform UK spokeswoman and former Conservative minister was found dead in her Dartmoor home on Thursday morning. The police also said the situation is not being treated as a terrorist incident after consulting with counter-terror policing as part of “initial enquiries”Read more.