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Friday, August 28, 2026
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The Vancouver Canucks have signed goaltender Chris Driedger to a professional tryout contract, the NHL club announced Thursday.
Saskatchewan has released its framework for AI data centres. It ensures data protection by focusing on Canadian applicants, the province said.
The Navy reaffirmed its determination to intensify surveillance and enforcement operations across its areas of responsibility to deter illegal oil-related activities and other criminal enterprises. The post Navy intercep…
ABUJA — President Bola Tinubu has ordered a “comprehensive reform” of Nigerian football following a string of failures by the country’s national teams to qualify for major international competitions. The directive came o…
President Donald Trump announced Thursday that he is renaming Lake Ontario -- a large body of water shared by the United States and Canada -- "Lake America." The post Trump signs executive order to rename Lake Ontario as…
President hits out at Canada as he makes latest attempt to rename a landmarkExclusive: Trump’s war on Iran is rapidly draining US navy budgetExclusive: RFK Jr lied in Senate confirmation hearings, newly revealed document…
Jamie Smith’s counter-attacking 61 helped England reach 248 for 9 on a tough day for batting at Lord’sThe toss is now scheduled for 12pm BST, with play to begin at 12.20. We pray.Yeah, we all saw it coming. Continue read…
BBC special correspondent Allan Little met the "Butcher of Bosnia" in the early months of the Bosnian war.
By John Alechenu ABUJA — Civil Society Organisations have backed the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) over its allegations of collusion between the Federal Government and petroleum marketers, insisting that Nigerians deserv…
C.I.A. analysts have questioned whether President Vladimir V. Putin’s advisers have given him honest assessments of the conflict.
By Kingsley Omonobi ABUJA — The Renewed Hope Initiative (RHI) Social Investment Programme of the First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, on Thursday provided financial support to 1,638 families of police officers who lost th…
In what amounted to a final defence of his administration, Mr Gusau highlighted developments in coaching education, domestic league administration, refereeing and infrastructure The post Gusau defends NFF record, reveals…
…Proposes $5bn security intervention from external reserves …Demands immediate release of El-Rufai By Gift ChapiOdekina, Abuja ABUJA — The Minority Caucus of the House of Representatives has urged President Bola Tinubu t…
Barcelona have emerged as the leading favourites to win the 2026/27 UEFA Champions League, according to prediction market odds following the league-phase draw. The post Champions League power ranking: Barcelona emerge fa…
Cleveland Police confirms it has support from six local forces and the National Crime Agency.
…Minister demands refund of contract money ….Fumes over vandalism on Second Niger Bridge By Egufe Yafugborhi & Ochuko Akuopha ASABA — Minister of Works, Senator David Umahi, on Wednesday ordered the arrest of the Managin…
Flash floods have killed at least 359 people while homes and infrastructure have been swept awayNepal-Tibet flash flood – latest updatesWhat caused the flash flood in Nepal and Tibet?The international community was scram…
By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA— The Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Lateef Fagbemi, SAN, has urged the United Nations to reform its framework to ensure protection of national sovereignty i…
‘Godzilla’ event currently brewing could push 50 million people into acute hunger before the end of next yearA series of strong El Niño climatic patterns in recent decades, such as the “Godzilla” event currently brewing …
By Joseph Erunke, Abuja ABUJA — The Alumni Association of the National Institute (AANI) has thrown its weight behind efforts by the National Institute for Policy and Strategic Studies (NIPSS) to unlock Nigeria’s creative…
In an open letter, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google and others said that a wave of A.I.-enabled cyberattacks was coming and that organizations and governments needed to prepare themselves.
Jamie Smith and Jordan Cox battle difficult conditions and an improved Pakistan performance to take England to a competitive total on the opening day of the second Test.
Trump, speaking in the Oval Office after signing the order, took the opportunity to once again criticize Canada's trade policies and leadership but insisted he loves the country.
By Kingsley Omonobi LAGOS — The Nigerian Navy has intercepted 500 litres of products suspected to be illegally sourced Automotive Gas Oil (AGO) and substances suspected to be Cannabis sativa in Folu Community, Ibeju-Lekk…
Manchester United will host Bayern MunichAston Villa welcome PSG; Liverpool go to InterArsenal face mouthwatering assignments against Real Madrid and Bayern Munich as they bid to go one better than last season’s agonisin…
The 89-year-old's condition is described as "extremely serious" and members of his family have visited him in hospital.
Lake Ontario is one of the five Great Lakes located on the border between Canada and the United States. The post Trump orders Lake Ontario renamed ‘Lake America’ appeared first on Vanguard News.
Medicine, food and other supplies are the urgent priority. But the rising risks from shrinking glaciers must be faced tooThousands of people in Nepal and Tibet are in desperate need of emergency assistance following Wedn…
The Saskatchewan government is forecasting an $825-million deficit, inching slightly more into the red from 2026-27 budget projections in March.
Tottenham Hotspur continued their summer binge when they signed Egyptian striker Omar Marmoush on loan from Manchester City. The post Tottenham land Marmoush from Manchester City appeared first on Vanguard News.
Footage of the rescue shows operating supervisor Chase Guello forcing the jammed metal element open, causing the kitten to fall out of the machine in dramatic fashion.
European champions Paris St-Germain will face Premier League duo Manchester City and Aston Villa in the league phase of this season's Champions League.
The changes aim to cut investor selling pressure and channel protocol revenue to ENA as Ethena looks to revive USDe growth.
Donald Trump has said he will rename Lake Ontario as Lake America in the US following the escalating trade war with Canada.
Champions League draw handed two-time defending champions Paris Saint-Germain meetings with Barcelona, Manchester City and Aston Villa The post Champions League Draw: PSG to face Barcelona, Man City and Villa appeared fi…
ABUJA — Presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Peter Obi, has described the reported mass abduction of residents in Borgu Local Government Area of Niger State as “one case too many”, calling on …
Sally-Anne Bowen, now 65, convicted of assaulting boys at Christ’s College, Finchley, where she was chemistry teacherA chemistry teacher has been found guilty of indecently assaulting two teenage pupils at an all-boys sc…
Jes Staley made the comments to US lawmakers investigating his links to Jeffrey EpsteinThe former Barclays boss Jes Staley has denied having sex with a woman dressed as Snow White, after being questioned about an infamou…
By Obas Esiedesa, Abuja The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has set the first quarter of 2027 as the target for the completion of its proposed headquarters, known as The Barrel, in Abuja. The Co…
Career Colleges Ontario said it could not comment on alleged behaviours of any particular school, but said it has raised concerns with the government.
A charity tied to Gov. Ron DeSantis’s wife received the money from a state Medicaid settlement and diverted it to political committees supporting a cause favored by the governor.
By Kingsley Omonobi Troops of Operation Fansan Yamma have rescued two kidnapped victims, recovered 94 rustled livestock and disrupted terrorist activities in separate operations conducted in Kaduna and Kano states. The o…
A U.S. defense official said the most concerning shortfall involves Patriot missile interceptors, which can shoot down Russia’s high-speed ballistic missiles.
He said the motorcycles would enhance the mobility of security agencies and strengthen their operations against Boko Haram and other insurgent groups. The post Fintiri Warns Against Aiding Criminals, Hands Over 40 Motorc…
The same factor that's sent fuel prices soaring has created a massive turnaround for provincial government's budget.
President Bola Tinubu is currently meeting with governors elected on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. The meeting, involving members of the Progressives Governors Foru…
According to him, the suspect, identified as 39-year-old Kenneth, a native of Delta State, was arrested on August 25 after he was spotted behaving suspiciously while struggling with a sack containing potatoes. The post P…
Father Dionysios Tabakis says his views are those of Orthodox church, ‘nothing more, nothing less’A Greek Orthodox priest whose home-recorded album of drone metal and religious dubstep has made him a cult figure in exper…
Two legal organizations argue Ontario's new rules requiring a cash deposit for bail encroach on federal jurisdiction and will make it harder for people to be released.
Matt Brittin succeeded Tim Davie as boss of the BBC in May.