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Published on Aug 5, 2026

Experts Urge Phased End to Ex-Militants’ Stipends, Call for Development-Focused Investment

57 By Godswill Michael Experts have called on the Federal Government to gradually phase out monthly stipends paid to former Niger Delta militants and redirect the funds toward long-term development projects, arguing that lasting peace can only be achieved …

Source: Point Blank News - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 5, 2026

UK Slashes Aid To Nigeria By 50% In Major Budget Cut

The United Kingdom has announced a 50.2 per cent cut in development aids to Nigeria. Naija News reports that the massive reduction by the British government in overseas assistance is to enable it fund domestic priorities and increase defence spending. The …

Source: Naija News - Neutral
Published on Aug 4, 2026

Hunger crisis grows while major donors retreat

From Palestinians struggling to survive in conflict-ravaged Gaza to Yemenis uprooted by years of civil war, hunger is worsening across some of the world’s most fragile regions. The United Nations has sounded the alarm – warning that factors from conflict …

Source: Follow the Money - Pending
Published on 00:48 GMT

Wildlife update with David Drake; What new federal wildlife rules mean for Wisconsin’s at-risk animals

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Source: Wisconsin Public Radio - Public Broadcaster
Published on 05:47 GMT

NDDC seeks education to tackle environmental crisis

Government authorities and stakeholders, including policymakers, educators and environmental rights advocates, have been urged to adopt environmental education as the fourth pillar of ecological governance to tackle rising environmental crisis in the …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate
Published on 03:12 GMT

NSE Team Tours Azikel Refinery, Eruani Explains Delayed Take-off

• Group’s president says total investment now $1bn Olusegun Samuel in Yenagoa Nigerian Society of Engineers (NSE), Bayelsa State Branch, has described the nearly completed Azikel Refinery as a world-class engineering project that would play a major role in …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Aug 5, 2026

CHIEF CHARLES ORIE: THE MAN IN FOCUS GET READY! CHARLIE IS COMING!!!

CHIEF CHARLES ORIE: THE MAN IN FOCUS GET READY! CHARLIE IS COMING!!! By Uzochukwu Boniface (writes from Owerri) Shell began its operations in Nigeria in 1936. In 1938, they discovered one of their earliest oil deposits at Ihuo (Iho), now in Ikeduru …

Source: Imo Trumpeta - Pending
Published on Aug 5, 2026

Why Lagos-calabar Highway Won’t Go Beyond Lagos— Presid

The presidential candidate of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) for the 2027 election, Donald Duke, has claimed the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project may never extend beyond Epe in Lagos State. Speaking on Tuesday during an interview on Prime …

Source: The Nigerian Voice - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 2, 2026

Newborn deaths are surging in the world’s most vulnerable communities as aid cuts hit

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our …

Source: The Independent - Center-left
Published on Aug 5, 2026

Africa's malaria map is already changing due to warming temperatures

For a quarter century, researchers and public health officials have debated exactly how climate change is reshaping malaria’s spread. A new study finally resolves that debate with the most comprehensive assessment yet, and the answer turns out to be more …

Source: Earth.com - Neutral
Published on Aug 2, 2026

IWD 2026: NDDC reaffirms commitment to women empowerment, gender equality

The Niger Delta Development Commission has restated its commitment to promoting women’s economic empowerment and gender equality through capacity-building programmes designed to prepare them for greater participation in agriculture, entrepreneurship and …

Source: Punch - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 1, 2026

Violence In Lake Chad Basin Drives 360,000 Refugees Into Niger Republic

Violence in Mali, Nigeria and Burkina Faso has forced 360,000 refugees to flee to Niger Republic with 10 per cent of the influx being between Jan. and mid-April 2022, raising concerns over the deteriorating humanitarian situation in the Lake Chad Basin. …

Source: HumAngle - Neutral
Published on Aug 1, 2026

Devastating Floods Worsen Humanitarian Crises in Niger Republic

Disastrous floods have aggravated the humanitarian crisis in the Niger Republic, with residents losing homes and families. On Dec. 2, the floods ravaged the Diffa, Maradi, Tahoua, and Tillaberi regions, submerging towns and villages underwater. Responding …

Source: HumAngle - Neutral
Published on Aug 1, 2026

Niger inaugurates free health insurance scheme for nursing mothers, babies

Health NIGER State Contributory Health Agency (NiCare) has inaugurated a free enrolment drive to provide health insurance coverage for nursing mothers and their babies. NiCare Executive Secretary and Chief Executive Officer Sulayman Abu-Bakr said the drive …

Source: Realnews Magazine - Indeterminate
Published on Aug 5, 2026

U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, June 2026

Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the District of …

Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis - Gov't Institution
Published on Jul 31, 2026

SAT: Oil pollution in Nigeria: NGOs accuse Shell of bad pipel

Shell must answer for decades of pollution in the Niger Delta after internal company documents revealed broken rules, failing infrastructure and unresolved clean-up costs that risk leaving affected communities to pay the price, a coalition of human rights …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on Aug 5, 2026

NCDMB trains 50 Nigerian youths to boost oil sector manpower

Fifty youths from the Niger Delta region have graduated from the Nigerian Content Development and Monitoring Board (NCDMB)-sponsored Crane Operations Operator Level I and II training programme aimed at boosting indigenous capacity in the oil and gas …

Source: Tribune Online - Center-right
Published on Jul 30, 2026

FG Woos Japanese Investors for Nationwide Social Housing Programme

66 By Oscar Okhifo The Federal Government has intensified efforts to attract foreign investment into Nigeria’s housing sector, opening discussions with Japanese engineering and construction firm CHODAI Company Limited on a proposed nationwide housing and …

Source: Point Blank News - Indeterminate
Published on Jul 31, 2026

FG deploys 18 TAC volunteers to The Gambia as programme marks 38 years

By Maureen Okon The Federal Government has deployed 18 skilled professionals under the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) to The Gambia as the programme marks 38 years of providing technical assistance to African, Caribbean and Pacific (ACP) countries …

Source: News Agency of Nigeria - NAN - Pro-Government

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Published on August 6, 2026 - 06:17 GMT

Totlesoft Announces ADLAS 2026 to Advance Africa's AI Workforce

Free virtual AI summit on 15 August 2026 will bring together global experts to advance Africa's AI workforce and digital future. PORT HARCOURT, RIVERS, NIGERIA, August 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Totlesoft Announces ADLAS 2026 to Unite …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Behavioral AI Lab Launches UN-Recognized International AI Safety Initiative to Combat AI-Enabled Manipulation and Scams

New international initiative advances behavioral AI evaluation to detect AI-enabled manipulation, online scams, and emerging AI safety risks. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Behavioral AI Lab today …

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Published on August 6, 2026 - 03:25 GMT

Chinese Consul General in Cape Town Ren Faqiang Attends the Inaugural Western Cape Infrastructure Roundtable

On 30 July, Consul General Ren Faqiang attended the Inaugural Western Cape Infrastructure Roundtable at the invitation of the Western Cape Government. Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, Provincial Minister of Infrastructure Tertuis Simmers, and …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 13:53 GMT

Mobile Crane Market Forecast: USD 28.68 Bn by 2031, Fueled by Infrastructure Spending | Mordor Intelligence

The Mobile Crane Market is projected to grow at a 5.81% CAGR through 2031, led by Asia-Pacific as infrastructure, energy, and mining investments rise. HYDERABAD, TELANGANA, INDIA, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to Mordor …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 22:33 GMT

Minister Ronald Lamola: South Africa's foreign policy priorities and international developments

As South Africa commemorates the 30th anniversary of our Constitution and, this month marks the 70th anniversary of the heroic 1956 women’s march, we celebrate far more than a historic legal milestone. We honour a living covenant that has, for three …

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Published on August 6, 2026 - 01:06 GMT

Governor Hobbs Erases Historic $1 Billion of Medical Debt for Arizonans

“I am proud to stand with Governor Hobbs and the state of Arizona as this debt relief effort surpasses $1 billion of medical debt erased for those least able to pay,” said Undue Medical Debt CEO and President Allison Sesso. “At a time when healthcare is …

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Published on August 6, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

COP31 host Türkiye, Ghana and Luxembourg join as latest members of The Coalition to Grow Carbon Markets

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, August 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The host of this year’s UN climate talks, Türkiye, together with Ghana, and Luxembourg have become the latest governments to join The Coalition to Grow Carbon Markets, bringing the …

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Published on August 6, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

Opening Remarks by Chinese Ambassador to Ireland Zhao Xiyuan at Conference “Sustainable Finance, AI and the Circular ...

Professor Liming Wang, Distinguished Guests, Good morning. It is a great honor to join you today. Thank you to Professor Liming Wang for your kind invitation, and my warmest congratulations to the Irish Institute for Chinese Studies on its 20th anniversary …

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Published on August 6, 2026 - 08:00 GMT

Herbert and Lou Henry Hoover, Told as Equals for the First Time

WEST BRANCH, IA, UNITED STATES, August 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BRC Imagination Arts' redesign of the Herbert Hoover Presidential Library and Museum opens to the public today, reframing one of America's most misunderstood presidencies …

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Published on August 6, 2026 - 04:56 GMT

Black Chamber of Arizona hosts 2nd Annual National Black Business Month Summit

The summit returns Aug. 7 at Avion Center with City of Chandler as presenting sponsor and support from APS, SRP and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. CHANDLER, AZ, UNITED STATES, August 6, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Black Chamber of …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Companies ...
Published on August 5, 2026 - 19:30 GMT

BlueDAG Achieves TX-RAMP Level 1 Certification, Expanding Support for Texas Public Agencies

RANCHO CORDOVA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BlueDAG, a leading provider of Americans with Disabilities Act compliance software and accessibility consulting services, today announced that its cloud-based accessibility …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 19:02 GMT

Mike Mushett Inducted into 2026 Adaptive Sports Hall of Fame

National Adaptive Sports Hall of Fame recognizes achievements in summer and winter adaptive sports in the Competitor and Contributor categories FORT WAYNE, IN, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Fort Wayne resident Mike …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 18:46 GMT

Cheri Madsen Inducted Into the 2026 Adaptive Sports Hall of Fame

National Adaptive Sports Hall of Fame recognizes achievements in summer and winter adaptive sports in the Competitor and Contributor categories OMAHA, NE, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Omaha Native Cheri Madsen has been …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Coalition for Food and Health Equity Launches First Ujamaa Café™ Community Fridge in Nashville

Dr. Leeja Carter Expands Ujamaa Café™ Community Fridge Initiative to Nashville NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dr. Leeja Carter, founder of the Coalition for Food and Health Equity (CFHE), is bringing her …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 16:30 GMT

Berry Law Sponsors Heroes Honor Ride’s Permanent Headquarters at Buffalo Chip and Annual Sturgis Tribute

Berry Law sponsors Heroes Honor Ride and helps establish a permanent headquarters at Buffalo Chip to support Veterans, first responders, and American heroes. LINCOLN, NE, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Berry Law is proud to sponsor …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 16:00 GMT

Crankstart and Lever for Change announce $150 million competition for the world’s best ideas to improve San Francisco

The competition will award up to $150 million to organizations anywhere in the world with ideas for making San Francisco a better place to live. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Crankstart and Lever for …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 15:31 GMT

Institute of Medicine of Chicago Advancing Health Equity at 2026 Maternal & Child Health Symposium Sept. 28, 2026

This activity is approved for up to 5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Institute of Medicine of Chicago (IOMC) invites you to the 2nd Maternal & Child Health Symposium, taking …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 15:02 GMT

Jason Kennedy, Candace Cameron Bure & for KING + COUNTRY: Free Wheelchair Mission’s 25th Anniversary Miracle of Mobility

Jason Kennedy to Host Milestone Orange County Celebration Candace Cameron Bure to Host Virtual Event Featuring Music by for KING + COUNTRY IRVINE, CA, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Landmark Events Celebrate 25 Years of …

Distribution channels: Culture, Society & Lifestyle, Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry ...
Published on August 5, 2026 - 14:52 GMT

American Breast Cancer Foundation Engages The Oxígeno Project to Advance Strategic Growth and National Awareness

Partnership will strengthen communications, expand engagement, and position ABCF for long-term impact MORRISTOWN, NJ, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Breast Cancer Foundation (ABCF), a national nonprofit …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

One Art Space Tribeca and NAWA Unite for Art Angels, Celebrating Women Artists and a 137-Year Legacy

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- One Art Space Tribeca and the National Association of Women Artists, Inc. (NAWA) proudly present Art Angels, a special exhibition celebrating the extraordinary women artists and …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 06:48 GMT

Ontario drivers face much tougher licence suspension penalties under new 2026 impaired driving rules

New warn-range penalties double suspensions, revive decade-old incidents and mandate education for first-time roadside offences. TORONTO, ONTARIO, CANADA, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Effective Jan. 1, 2026, thousands of Ontario …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 05:19 GMT

Child abuse survivor spent 12 years building the child safety system, SAFE, that might have saved her

SYDNEY, NEW SOUTH WALES, AUSTRALIA, August 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A survivor of near-fatal childhood abuse is now aiming to prevent this abuse from happening to other children by launching an early-warning detection system that identifies and …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 04:49 GMT

Orbit Eye Centre Promotes Professional Assessment for Eyelid Skin Tags and Glaucoma Risk

The Calgary ophthalmology clinic is sharing practical guidance on benign eyelid lesions, glaucoma evaluation, and the importance of individualized eye care. CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Orbit Eye Centre is …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 00:00 GMT

Antioch University Joins the Carnegie Project on the Education Doctorate

Membership in CPED affirms Antioch’s practice-based EdD and expands global collaboration to prepare scholar-practitioners advancing social justice and change. YELLOW SPRINGS, OH, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Acceptance into CPED …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 20:53 GMT

Vasili Razhnou Features on the Cover of Exeleon Magazine's Dynamic Healthcare Leaders to Follow in 2026 Edition

Exeleon Magazine proudly announces Vasili Razhnou, Founder and CEO of MEDvidi, as the cover feature of its Dynamic Healthcare Leaders to Follow in 2026 edition. MIDDLETOWN, DE, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Exeleon Magazine …

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Published on August 5, 2026 - 07:11 GMT

Earthquake in Venezuela: A Crisis Deepens for Millions

The cities of La Guaira—the epicenter of the disaster—and Caracas sustained the most severe damage, while significant impacts were also reported in six other States, including the Capital District, Miranda, Carabobo, Falcón and Yaracuy. The earthquakes …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 17:00 GMT

Velora Launches AI-Powered Grants Workspace to Accelerate Nonprofit Grant Funding Workflows

Velora Grant Management unifies grant discovery, application drafting, and other grant admin to help growing nonprofits scale grant revenue. SAN FRANCISCO, CA, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Velora, a provider of nonprofit …

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Published on August 4, 2026 - 16:51 GMT

Combs Waterkotte Retained to Represent Robert Winkelman Following House Springs Shooting

SAINT LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, August 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Case Number: 26JE-CR01991. Missouri criminal defense law firm Combs Waterkotte has been retained to represent Robert Charles Winkelman in connection with a fatal shooting …

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