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Elections & Politics

Nigeria's Appeal Court has halted the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other parties. Former Senate President David Mark criticizes the judiciary's handling of the case, stating the judiciary, not the ADC, is on trial. Meanwhile, Kenneth Okonkwo opposes the choice of a South-south vice-presidential candidate, fearing marginalization of the South-east.

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Technology

Meta's age verification system caused global account suspensions on Facebook and Instagram. Taiwan has demanded improvements after numerous Taiwanese accounts were affected. The glitch led to widespread user frustration and outrage.

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Crime & Justice

Taipei Mayor Chiang Wan-an has sparked political debate by proposing the abolition of Taiwan's Control Yuan. While some legislators support the idea, others, like Taipei City Councilor He Menghua, criticize the call. The mayor has also urged parties to reject nominees for the Control Yuan.

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Crime & Justice

Eduardo Bolsonaro, son of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro, has been sentenced to over four years in prison by Brazil's Supreme Court for coercing justice. He claims the ruling targets his election bid and lacks due process.

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Nigeria Public Holiday

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Culture & Society

Several Nigerian states, including Sokoto, Osun, and Yobe, have declared public holidays to mark the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1448 AH. The Sultan of Sokoto declared Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as the first day of Muharram, with states observing the holiday on Tuesday or Wednesday.

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B-52 Bomber Crash

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Disasters & Emergencies

A U.S. Air Force B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff from Edwards Air Force Base in California during a test flight. All eight crew members on board are believed to have died. The military does not expect survivors from the incident.

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FIFA Clears VAR Official

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Sports

FIFA has closed its investigation into VAR official Shaun Evans, who faced accusations of making a white supremacist gesture. Evans denied the allegations, stating the hand movement was involuntary, and FIFA found no evidence of violation.

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FIFA closes VAR official's 'Nazi gesture' probe

FIFA has cleared VAR official Shaun Evans of making a white supremacist gesture during a World Cup match between Germany and Curacao. The controversy arose after Evans, an Australian assistant VAR refโ€ฆ

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Elections & Politics

Taiwan's opposition parties are urging constitutional reform to abolish the Control Yuan, a government watchdog. The Democratic Progressive Party (DPP) has stated its support for the abolition. Meanwhile, the Kuomintang (KMT) chair claims the '1992 Consensus' is unrelated to 'One Country, Two Systems,' a view disputed by scholars.

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Crime & Justice

A Winnipeg man, previously deemed 'high-risk' for killing his parents, has had that designation lifted. The city also opened a new transitional housing facility for women escaping violence. Separately, an Ontario homicide suspect faces additional charges related to threats made against a Winnipeg business.

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Culture & Society

Leaders in Nigeria and Indonesia are extending greetings for the Islamic New Year, urging Muslims to embrace patriotism, self-improvement, and unity. The messages emphasize the significance of the Hijrah as a time for reflection and strengthening community bonds.

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Sports

Brazilian football star Neymar faces uncertainty for the World Cup due to a stalled recovery from a calf injury. He has undergone new tests and is training away from the squad, missing qualifiers. Amidst these concerns, Neymar also announced he and his wife are expecting their fifth child.

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Culture & Society

Cape Verde's 40-year-old goalkeeper Vozinha became a viral sensation after his heroic performance against Spain in the World Cup qualifiers. He made seven saves, helping his team secure a historic 0-0 draw. The goalkeeper saw a significant increase in followers, and his performance turned his island nation into a festival ground.

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Elections & Politics

France hosts the G7 summit in ร‰vian from June 15-17, 2026, focusing on Ukraine's future and Iran amid global shifts. The summit format excludes China. Separately, security is heightened in ร‰vian, with 16,000 law enforcement officers deployed, while a gendarme died and two were injured in a road accident on the summit's sidelines. Canada and France will also deepen defense and industrial cooperation with a new security pact.

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Elections & Politics

President Nicuศ™or Dan unexpectedly nominated Adrian Veศ™tea as prime minister, bypassing the ruling PNL party. PNL interim leader Ilie Bolojan slammed the choice as a 'hostile act' and criticized the president for not consulting the party. Tensions rise within the PNL over Veศ™tea's potential nomination, with some comparing the political maneuvers to historical power grabs.

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US-Iran Deal Framework

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Conflict & Security

A framework agreement between the US and Iran is reportedly set to be signed, aiming to prevent Tehran from acquiring nuclear weapons and halt terrorism funding. Israel reacted with shock and dismay, while details regarding a $300 billion fund and uranium enrichment remain unclear.

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Indonesia Earthquake

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Disasters & Emergencies

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck Palu, Central Sulawesi, Indonesia, originating from the Sausu Fault at a shallow depth. The tremors caused panic, leading to residents and hospital patients fleeing buildings. Authorities confirmed there was no tsunami potential.

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Crime & Justice

Nigerian police and vigilantes rescued five kidnapped victims in Abuja during a raid. Two suspected kidnappers were killed and two others were arrested during the operation.

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Man chains sister for 16 months in Abuja

Federal Capital Territory police have arrested a man for allegedly holding his sister captive in chains for over 16 months in Abuja. The FCT Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Sanusi, described the discoveโ€ฆ

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Elections & Politics

Retired Major General Rabe Abubakar, a former Nigerian military spokesman, has died while in captivity after being abducted two weeks ago. Conflicting accounts surround the recovery of his body, and his son stated the exact cause of death is unknown. Nigerian troops have launched an offensive in Katsina State following the incident.

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Culture & Society

Several Nigerian states, including Sokoto, Osun, and Yobe, have declared public holidays to commemorate the Islamic New Year, Hijrah 1448 AH. The Sultan of Sokoto declared Tuesday, June 16, 2026, as the first day of Muharram. The holidays aim to allow citizens to celebrate the new Islamic year.

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Elections & Politics

A Nigerian court orders the deregistration of the African Democratic Congress (ADC) and four other parties. Opposition politician Atiku Abubakar alleges President Tinubu is plotting to deregister opposition parties. The Accord Party and ADC reject the court's ruling, warning against a one-party state and judicial weaponization.

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Lebanon Border Tensions

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Conflict & Security

Following a US-Iran deal, fighting in southern Lebanon has eased, but displaced residents are warned not to rush home due to ongoing risks. The Lebanese army urges caution, while Israeli drone strikes continue amid reports of the deal.

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Crime & Justice

Police in Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have arrested a man for allegedly chaining his sister in a locked room for over 16 months. Separately, police dismantled a suspected terrorist camp on Abuja's outskirts, arresting four kidnappers, including a pregnant woman who was allegedly cooking for a kidnap gang.

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Man chains sister for 16 months in Abuja

Federal Capital Territory police have arrested a man for allegedly holding his sister captive in chains for over 16 months in Abuja. The FCT Commissioner of Police, Ahmed Sanusi, described the discoveโ€ฆ

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Culture & Society

South Africa is intensifying its crackdown on illegal immigration, arresting tens of thousands of undocumented migrants. While officials dispute a narrative of widespread xenophobia, citing targeted operations against illegal immigrants, the country faces backlash abroad. South African artists and businesses report cancellations and negative impacts in other African nations.

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Indonesia Earthquake

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Disasters & Emergencies

A magnitude 6.7 earthquake struck central Indonesia near Palu, Central Sulawesi, on Tuesday. The shallow tremor was felt strongly, causing panic and leading to building collapses in some areas, though no tsunami was triggered. Residents and hospital patients fled buildings amid the strong tremors.

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