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What failsafe dishes can I take to a picnic? They’re so often disappointing.Alice, by emailAh, picnics … Idyllic in theory, tricky in execution. We’re really talking about food that’s structurally sound (and therefore travels well), can be eaten alone (or with salad) and is comfortable when left to sit around for a bit, which is why the humble scotch egg is such a strong contender. “I’d definitely bring a plastic container full of those,” says Luke Larsson, head chef and co-owner of Khao Bird in Soho, London, who, perhaps unsurprisingly, favours a Thai-style version. “Ours start with a soft-boiled egg…

CBSE 10th Result 2026 Live Updates: The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) is likely to release the Class 10 Second Board Examination Result 2026 soon. The board has not yet announced an official result date. However, candidates can expect the results to be announced any time soon now. The second board exam is part of CBSE’s revised assessment framework for Class 10, allowing students to enhance their scores after the main board examinations. Following the declaration of results, candidates can view and download their updated marksheets online by logging in with the required credentials.The provisional marksheet will be available…

Linus Aleke in Abuja The Chief of the Air Staff (CAS), Air Marshal Kelvin Aneke, has directed improved safety management during the planning and implementation of air operations to prevent unintended casualties, following concerns arising from recent safety incidents and hazard reports. He said the reports underscored the need to strengthen risk assessment, procedural compliance, supervision, maintenance discipline, human factors management and reporting practices across the Nigerian Air Force (NAF). Speaking at the First Nigerian Air Force Safety Review Board (SRB) meeting for 2026, Aneke stressed that the Service must reinforce its commitment to proactive safety management rather than rely…

•  APC is one big family, we’ll work as a team, Danladi tells co-aspirants  Leadership of the Kwara State All Progressive Congress (APC) on Tuesday presented the party’s nomination form to its gubernatorial candidate and Speaker, Kwara House of Assembly, Hon. Yakubu Salihu Danladi. Speaking during the presentation ceremony in Ilorin, Chairman of the party, Prince Sunday Fagbemi, said it was imperative for his executive organ to present the winner the nomination form to fill and submit to the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), following the ratification of his victory at the primaries by the APC National Headquarters. “Before now,…

Verve International, Africa’s leading payment cards and digital solutions brand, is accelerating its expansion across Africa while strengthening its global acceptance footprint through strategic partnerships with leading digital platforms, reinforcing its role as a key enabler of digital payments and financial inclusion across the continent. Today, Verve has established a strong presence in more than 13 African countries, including Kenya, Uganda, The Gambia, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Benin Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Rwanda, and several other markets across the continent. This growing reach reflects Verve’s commitment to delivering secure, convenient and innovative payment solutions that empower consumers, businesses and…

Political groups funded by top tech executives have been homing in on one local race in Colorado, as the state’s Democratic primary vote gets under way on Tuesday. Democrat Manny Rutinel, who’s running in the competitive eighth congressional district for a seat in the House, has seen his campaign boosted with at least $2m in donations from committees led by the former Google CEO Eric Schmidt and crypto billionaire Chris Larsen.Rutinel is a progressive candidate running against former state representative and centrist Democrat Shannon Bird. During his campaign, he has focused on his Latino heritage and centered his platform around…

The high court strikes down campaign spending limits, citing First Amendment protections in a 6-3 decisionPublished On 30 Jun 202630 Jun 2026On the final day of rulings for the Supreme Court’s current term, the top US court overruled a case that would limit campaign spending by rejecting restrictions on coordinated spending efforts between political parties and their candidates on free speech grounds.The court handed down the ruling on Tuesday in a 6-3 split, with the six conservative judges in the majority, citing free speech grounds, and the three liberal judges dissenting.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of listThe Supreme Court…

Now, today, 30 June, the wheel completes another turn. The 2025/26 year closes, and Rotarian Sikiru Owonikoko steps forward as the third District Governor of Rotary International District 9127 — inheriting a District that has spent this past year in the light, and a media infrastructure better positioned to keep it there. As the 2025/26 Rotary year draws to a close today, 30 June, I find myself pausing to reflect — not just on the programmes and projects, but on the deeper meaning of what it means to serve through an institution that has, for over a century, quietly changed…

BUA Group has dismissed reports claiming its Chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu, submitted a bid to acquire a 70 per cent stake in Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) side Kano Pillars, describing the reports as false and inaccurate. In a statement made available to PREMIUM TIMES on Monday, the company confirmed that neither the organisation nor its chairman had made any proposal to acquire shares in the Kano-based club. “Our attention has been drawn to an online publication suggesting that BUA Group and its Chairman, Abdul Samad Rabiu, have submitted a bid to acquire a 70 per cent stake in Kano…

The event started with the Crown of Scotland being escorted down the Royal Mile from Edinburgh Castle before the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland brass ensemble performed a fanfare in the debating chamber.The King will later hold an investiture ceremony and garden party at the palace, at the foot of the Royal Mile, alongside Queen Camilla, the Duke of Edinburgh and the Princess Royal.Those receiving honours included forensic scientist Lorna Dawson, who was awarded a damehood in the New Year Honours, and New Seekers singer Eve Graham, who becomes an MBE for services to the music industry.Simon Milne, regius keeper of…