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‘My son is dead’: Elon Musk opens up about his transgender child
The CEO of Tesla and Space X, Elon Musk, has said he was “tricked” into granting permission for his child
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146 people killed in Ethiopia landslide
The landslide occurred around 10:00 am (0700 GMT) on Monday following heavy rains in a mountainous area of South Ethiopia
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I was married to eight men, rescued Chibok girl Recalls ordeal
A rescued Chibok girl, 27 years old Ihyi Abdul, has said she was married to eight men while in Boko
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Seven signs you’re not drinking enough water
You may think you’re drinking enough water, but if you spend most of the day with a cup of coffee by your
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Google confirms bad news for three billion Chrome users
In a shock move, Google has suddenly confirmed that its long-awaited killing of Chrome’s dreaded tracking cookies has just crashed
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Why your friends make you live longer, by David Robson
Your social network may influence your health as much as your exercise routine. David Robson, the author of a new
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Kamala Harris wins enough support to clinch Democratic nomination
Vice-President Kamala Harris has secured the support of a majority of Democratic delegates to become the party’s nominee for president.
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BBC: Why Nigerians are praying for the success of a new oil refinery
A prayer was held a few months ago in Kano, a very religious city in northern Nigeria. It was organised
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Dublin Airport introduces new rules for liquids and electronics at security
The new regulations mean you may not have to take liquids or electronics out of your bag at security in
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Tinubu, Sanwo-Olu congratulate Nigerian doctor on the world’s largest painting record
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated Nigerian doctor and artist, Fola David, on his recent accomplishment of setting a new Guinness
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What finally persuaded Biden to step aside? Inside the ‘last-minute’ decision that ‘completely blindsided’ White House and campaign staff
Despite weeks of crisis talks and dozens of Democrats calling for him to step down, Joe Biden’s decision to withdraw was made at
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Inferior fuel: FG demands Dangote refinery’s diesel report, orders new test
The Federal Government, through the Nigerian Midstream and Downstream Petroleum Regulatory Authority, is expecting fresh reports to confirm the real
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Adeleke: The face of modern Ireland eyes Olympic glory
Rhasidat Adeleke hopes to become the first Irish female to win an Olympic athletics gold in Paris, an achievement that
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“I talked to 70 parents who raised highly successful adults: 4 things they always did when their kids were young”
The summer is a good time to take stock of how your kids are faring. Are they doing something that
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Biden’s exit, Harris endorsement set stage for unprecedented Democratic convention
With President Joe Biden ending his reelection campaign and endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris, Democrats face an unprecedented shift this late in
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Crash averted as Max Air aircraft’s 4 tyres burst during take-off at Yola
A Max Air aircraft carrying 119 passengers and six crew members from Yola airport en route to Abuja had four
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Nigeria’s biggest single local investment faces age-old threats
… Dangote insists its diesel is best in Nigeria … Looks to Libya, Angola, others for crude oil Nigeria’s oil
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Harris could be the first Black woman and Asian American to lead a major party ticket
ice President Kamala Harris has President Joe Biden’s support to become the next Democratic presidential nominee, a mantle that would make her
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Why Financial Autonomy for LGAs is Not Enough, by Waziri Adio
Postscript by Waziri Adio It is difficult to marshal a credible and persuasive argument against local government areas (LGAs) getting
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Ife Agog, as Olupona’s Summer Institute begins
Renowned Professors from around the world are currently in Ile-Ife, Osun State, for the 8th edition of the annual Ife
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