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Shinsegae chief apologizes for controversial Starbucks promotional campaign
SEOUL, May 26 (Yonhap) -- Shinsegae Group Chairman Chung Yong-jin said Tuesday h...
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Three on the run after diesel trailer stolen from Feilding industrial yard – Stuff
Three on the run after diesel trailer stolen from Feilding industrial yard Stuff
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Rescuers from 2018 Thai cave saga return to help 7 trapped in flooded Laos cave
Cave rescue experts from Thailand who aided the dramatic 2018 retrieval of a youth football team joined efforts Monday to extract seven people trapped in a flooded cave for five…
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Customs intercept luxury bus conveying military uniforms
The Nigeria Customs Service intercepted a luxury bus with military uniforms, cannabis, and other contraband, valued at N259m, highlighting a threat to nati Read More: https://punchng.com/customs-intercept-luxury-bus-conveying-military-uniforms/
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Tolentino, Marcos’ new labor chief: Sanctioned by Beijing, West PH Sea defender – Rappler
Tolentino, Marcos’ new labor chief: Sanctioned by Beijing, West PH Sea defender RapplerMarcos names ex-Senator Tolentino acting Dole chief Inquirer.netTolentino named labor secretary as Laguesma quits Philstar.comTolentino named Labor chief BusinessWorld - BusinessWorld OnlineWho…
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NSCDC seals two Chinese firms over railway theft allegation
The NSCDC has sealed two Chinese firms, Inner Galaxy Steel Company and Jiuxing Integrity Industrial Ltd, over alleged railway theft and infrastructure vand Read More: https://punchng.com/nscdc-seals-two-chinese-firms-over-railway-theft-allegation/
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Can Hong Kong airport’s Terminal 2 take off as 11 Skies, rivals pose challenges?
Inside a massive retail and office complex called 11 Skies next to Hong Kong International Airport, all 800 shops sit vacant and only two of 120 food outlets were open…
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Zafrul, KJ touted as new face of Malaysian politics – Free Malaysia Today
Zafrul, KJ touted as new face of Malaysian politics Free Malaysia Today
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Driver arrested after truck crashes into bus, injures PoS operator
A truck driver has been arrested after a Lagos truck accident at Second Rainbow, Oshodi, injured a PoS operator. LASTMA urges vehicle checks. Read More: https://punchng.com/driver-arrested-after-truck-crashes-into-bus-injures-pos-operator/
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APC supporters hail Abiola after Lagos Assembly win
Gbenga Abiola’s victory in the APC primaries for Agege Constituency I sparks celebrations. Supporters hail his grassroots engagement and commitment to deve Read More: https://punchng.com/apc-supporters-hail-abiola-after-lagos-assembly-win/
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Police arrest 24 suspects in Imo forests raids
Imo State Police Command arrests 24 suspects in coordinated forest raids across Owerri West LGA, recovering cannabis and unregistered motorcycles. Read More: https://punchng.com/police-arrest-24-suspects-in-imo-forests-raids/
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Lagos faces mounting waste crisis as PSPs lament dumpsite blockage
Lagos faces a mounting waste crisis as Private Sector Participants (PSPs) blame congestion and poor maintenance at the Olusosun dumpsite for their inabilit Read More: https://punchng.com/lagos-faces-mounting-waste-crisis-as-psps-lament-dumpsite-blockage/
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Gridlock: Commuters knock Ogun over failed Kara market relocation
Commuters express frustration over recurring Kara Market gridlock on Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, blaming Ogun State for failing to relocate the market despite Read More: https://punchng.com/gridlock-commuters-knock-ogun-over-failed-kara-market-relocation/
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(LEAD) Seoul shares open at new record high over 8,000 on hopes for U.S.-Iran deal
SEOUL, May 26 (Yonhap) -- South Korean stocks opened at a new record high of ove...
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3 Teams I Don’t See Giannis Antetokounmpo Playing for Next Season
Giannis Antetokounmpo is most likely getting traded this offseason, but these three teams I don't see trading for the former MVP.
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Prof Is-haq Oloyede and his cap of many feathers
Explore the transformative legacy of Prof. Is-haq Oloyede as JAMB Registrar, his fight against corruption, and his impact on Nigeria’s education sector. Read More: https://punchng.com/prof-is-haq-oloyede-and-his-cap-of-many-feathers-2/
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Ishaq Dar to visit New York for UN meetings – Pakistan Today
Ishaq Dar to visit New York for UN meetings Pakistan TodayDeputy PM Dar to visit New York from May 26-28 for UN meetings DawnFM Dar leaves for New York today The Express TribuneDPM…
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Cooks dengue-free, but cases still being reported in other areas of the Pacific – RNZ
Cooks dengue-free, but cases still being reported in other areas of the Pacific RNZ
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‘Am I paralysed?’: Rugby player survives terrifying head injury, vows never to play again – Stuff
‘Am I paralysed?’: Rugby player survives terrifying head injury, vows never to play again Stuff
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Motorbike hits spectators at Isle of Man TT Races
Eight people were taken to hospital after a motorbike rider crashed into a crowd of spectators on the opening day of practice in the Isle of Man TT Races.
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Strong earthquake hits Chile, no injuries reported
SANTIAGO — A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck northern Chile on Monday, the US Geological Survey (USGS) reported, but there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage. It hit in…
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Naija: The Jericho-Shekel nation
Explore Nigeria’s escalating kidnapping crisis, dubbed a ‘Jericho-Shekel nation,’ and understand the factors driving this alarming trend and potential solu Read More: https://punchng.com/naija-the-jericho-shekel-nation/
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Pope Leo and Anthropic co-founder join hands at Magnifica Humanitas release
Pope Leo and Anthropic cofounder join hands at Magnifica Humanitas release
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US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites
The U.S. military said Monday that it carried out “self-defense” strikes in southern Iran, including on missile launch sites and boats placing mines, even as President Donald Trump said on…
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Marlborough residents among those who died in horror February crash – The Press
Marlborough residents among those who died in horror February crash The Press
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Abuja chef arrested for drugging residents, stealing N150m wristwatches
An Abuja chef was arrested for allegedly drugging residents and stealing N150m worth of luxury wristwatches. Read details of the police investigation. Read More: https://punchng.com/abuja-chef-arrested-for-drugging-residents-stealing-n150m-wristwatches/
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Dallas Cowboys Starter Could Change Positions This Season
A Dallas Cowboys offensive lineman could be changing positions again this season. Here's the latest news.
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Don’t allow insurgents to kill education
Recent school abductions in Nasarawa, Borno, and Oyo states highlight insurgents’ resolve to kill education in Nigeria. The government must act decisively Read More: https://punchng.com/dont-allow-insurgents-to-kill-education/
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‘My head spins with the heat’: India’s gig workers battle exhaustion amid soaring temperatures – The Guardian
‘My head spins with the heat’: India’s gig workers battle exhaustion amid soaring temperatures The GuardianWeather Today LIVE: Heatwave Likely To Continue Over Central, Northwest India For Next Few Days NDTVDelhi records…
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Women need two years break before pregnancy after CS, say gynaecologists
Gynaecologists recommend a two-year break before pregnancy after CS to allow the womb to heal, reducing risks like uterine rupture and complications for mo Read More: https://punchng.com/women-need-two-years-break-before-pregnancy-after-cs-say-gynaecologists/
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Skydiver killed, another hospitalized after midair collision in eastern Washington – KOMO
Skydiver killed, another hospitalized after midair collision in eastern Washington KOMOSkydiver dies after midair collision with another jumper during group jump in Washington state Fox NewsSkydiver killed, another injured after midair collision…
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NYPD assistant chief allegedly fired stray shot during off-duty altercation with daughter’s boyfriend: sources
During the heated physical confrontation, the assistant police chief allegedly fired an accidental shot, but no one was struck.
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No Ebola threat in Lagos, govt assures residents
Lagos State Government assures residents there are no confirmed Ebola cases in Lagos, despite outbreaks in DRC and Uganda. Stay informed and safe. Read More: https://punchng.com/no-ebola-threat-in-lagos-govt-assures-residents/
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Has Tinubu been told we’re returning to Sodom?
Is President Tinubu aware of Nigeria’s escalating insecurity, alleged APC N800m fraud, and local government autonomy issues? This article questions his awa Read More: https://punchng.com/has-tinubu-been-told-were-returning-to-sodom/
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Spurs' De'Aaron Fox Reveals Stunning Victor Wembanyama Fact
The San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder are knotted in the Western Conference Finals. Victor Wembanyama is the X factor.
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Swimmer ‘breaks’ world record at billionaire-backed Enhanced Games
A controversial sports event where athletes can use performance-enhancing drugs under medical supervision is raising questions after an unofficial world record swim and renewing debate over the future of fair…