Bulgaria Wins Eurovision, UK Finishes Last
By Our Correspondent National News – Dara claimed victory with Bangaranga, a high-energy dance track blending modern pop and traditional Kukeri-inspired choreography. She scored 516 points from jury and public votes combined, securing Bulgaria’s first win. The United Kingdom finished last with one point, continuing a difficult run in the contest. The Eurovision Song Contest […]
Dame Felicity Lott Dies Aged 79
By Our Correspondent National News – Dame Felicity Lott, a celebrated British soprano, has died at the age of 79 after a battle with terminal cancer, the BBC confirmed. She passed away on 15 May 2026 following a recent interview in which she disclosed her diagnosis. Dame Felicity Lott was one of Britain’s most admired […]
Two APC Senators Withdraw From Kebbi Primaries
By Our Correspondent National News – Two prominent All Progressives Congress (APC) senatorial aspirants in Kebbi State, Senator Bala Ibn Na’Allah and Sani M. Kabiru, have withdrawn from the party’s senatorial primaries scheduled for May 18, 2026. Their exit comes just days before the election, raising questions about internal party dynamics and candidate selection. Na’Allah, […]
Niger Completes Airlift of 2,281 Hajj Pilgrims
By Our Correspondent National News – The Niger State Government has completed the transportation of 2,281 intending pilgrims to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the 2026 Hajj pilgrimage. The exercise, coordinated through the Niger Pilgrims Welfare Board, was concluded on Monday at the Bola Tinubu International Airport in Minna. The pilgrims were drawn from […]
China Quake Kills Couple, Thousands Evacuated
By Our Correspondent National News – A 5.2-magnitude earthquake struck Liuzhou city in China’s Guangxi region early Monday, killing a couple, injuring residents, and forcing authorities to evacuate more than 7,000 people from affected communities. The deadly tremor occurred at about 12:21 a.m., according to Chinese state media. Officials confirmed that the victims were a […]
Train Driver Charged After Deadly Bangkok Bus Crash
By Our Correspondent National News – Thai police have charged a freight train driver and a railway crossing guard after a deadly train and bus collision in Bangkok killed eight people and left 30 others injured. Authorities said the train driver tested positive for illicit drugs following the tragic accident that occurred on Saturday afternoon […]
Rooney Urges Liverpool To Drop Salah
National News – Former Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney has urged Liverpool FC manager Arne Slot to leave Mohamed Salah out of the club’s final Premier League game following the winger’s criticism of the team’s playing style. Salah sparked controversy after Liverpool’s 4-2 defeat to Aston Villa FC when he publicly called for a return […]
Ekiti APC Primary Result Faces Fresh Challenge
By Our Correspondent National News – A member of the House of Representatives representing Ekiti North Federal Constituency 2, Akinlayo Kolawole, has rejected the outcome of the All Progressives Congress primary election held on Saturday in Ekiti State. The lawmaker described the announced results as inconsistent with the wishes of party delegates and supporters, calling […]
Hong Kong LGBTQ Carnival Cancelled Again Over Venue Issues
By Our Correspondent National News – Organisers of the annual Pink Dot Hong Kong carnival have cancelled the 2026 edition after the event venue was withdrawn during the final stage of preparations. The LGBTQ festival, one of the biggest in Hong Kong, was expected to hold in June but organisers said licensing concerns prevented the […]
APC Primaries Rock Nasarawa as Speaker, Reps Lose Tickets
By Our Correspondent National News – The Speaker of the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, Danladi Jatau, and two serving members of the House of Representatives lost their bids to secure return tickets during the All Progressives Congress primaries held across Nasarawa State ahead of the 2027 general elections. The primary election, conducted on May […]