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A Panama-flagged cargo ship sails near the Strait of Hormuz, illustrating the military blockade enforcement on commercial ves

US Army Opens Fire on Panama-Flagged Vessel Near Iranian Port Amid Strait of Hormuz Tensions

2026-08-13
By: Wana
On: August 13, 2026
In: General News
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Senator Kwankwaso condemning cleric's divisive remarks in a Facebook statement about national unity and religious tensions in

Kano Rejects Divisive Remarks by Cleric, Kwankwaso Says

2026-08-11
By: Wana
On: August 11, 2026
In: General News
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Map showing Tatarstan's location in Russia, highlighting the region targeted by a deadly Ukrainian drone strike on August 10,

Ukrainian Drone Strike in Tatarstan Kills 12, Injures 39, Russia Says

2026-08-11
By: Wana
On: August 11, 2026
In: General News
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Jerry Adams' representative Samuel Atung addressing the 31st Choral Convention in Kaduna, urging Christian voters to support

Kaduna Deputy Gov Nominee Urges Southern Kaduna Support for Tinubu, Sani Ahead of 2027

2026-08-09
By: Wana
On: August 9, 2026
In: General News
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How to Watch a Total Solar Eclipse Without Damaging Your Eyes: Expert Safety Tips

2026-08-09
By: Wana
On: August 9, 2026
In: General News
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NAMDA medical academics in a meeting, extending their strike ultimatum to August 31, 2026, over Nigeria's medical education c

Nigerian Medical Academics Extend Strike Ultimatum by Three Weeks, Set August 31 Deadline

2026-08-08
By: Wana
On: August 8, 2026
In: General News
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Rescue workers on snowy Broad Peak terrain recovering remains after fatal avalanche, with mountain rescue gear visible. Imag

Search Team Recovers Bodies of Nirmal Purja and Fellow Climbers After Broad Peak Avalanche

2026-08-08
By: Wana
On: August 8, 2026
In: General News
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Burnt fuel station in Bamako after fire, with damaged canopy and scorched ground, illustrating risks of urban gas stations.

Bamako’s Narrow Escape: A Wake-Up Call on Fuel Station Safety

2026-08-08
By: Wana
On: August 8, 2026
In: General News
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Italian construction worker wipes sweat from his face while working on a sun-exposed scaffolding during a red alert heatwave,

Italy’s Heatwave Exposes Gaps in Worker Protection as Red Alerts Spread

2026-08-07
By: Wana
On: August 7, 2026
In: General News
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Map showing Kossandji village in Alépé department, Côte d'Ivoire, illustrating the location of a deadly overnight attack. Ima

Deadly Attack on Kossandji Village Leaves Multiple Fatalities

2026-08-07
By: Wana
On: August 7, 2026
In: General News
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