Heartbreaking scenes emerged in Minab, southern Iran, as thousands attended the funeral of girls killed in last Saturday’s school strike. More than 150 students have died, prompting UN calls for an urgent probe.
Tensions escalate in the Middle East as an Iranian drone struck a parking lot near the U.S. Consulate in Dubai, causing a fire that was quickly contained. No injuries were reported. The strike follows attacks on the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh and the closure of the Embassy in Kuwait.
We revisited Iran’s history from 1941 to 1979 under the Shah, when modernisation expanded women’s rights and education. The 1979 Islamic Revolution reversed many of those gains. Now, with Khamenei gone, vintage images of women in miniskirts are resurfacing online.
Nigeria’s Federal Government has suspended all pilgrimages to Israel amid growing regional insecurity, citing safety concerns for Nigerian pilgrims.
In Rivers State, teenager Ogadinma Uchechi was attacked after posting a viral video about her secondary school’s poor condition. The alleged attackers included the LGA chairman’s brother. Authorities deny wrongdoing, and no police probe has been confirmed.
Nigeria’s medical regulatory body suspended Dr Tunde Majekodunmi and two other doctors following the death of Chimamanda Ngozi-Adichie’s son, after prima facie evidence of medical negligence. Euracare focused on confidentiality rather than accountability, drawing online criticism.
In Edo State, videos show men removing African Democratic Congress (ADC) billboards and sealing party offices, raising concerns over political freedom and election interference.
As part of a Ramadan initiative, First Lady Oluremi Tinubu donated 1,000 cartons of food to vulnerable families at the National Mosque in Abuja. Both Muslim and Christian families received aid, providing relief amid high food prices.
Apple launched the MacBook Air M5, using Fela Kuti’s classic track “Let’s Start” as the official soundtrack, blending music, tech, and Nigerian cultural heritage.
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