About 22,000 students in England have been told they must repay maintenance loans and childcare grants after a major funding error involving universities and the Student Loans Company. The affected students, spread across around 15 universities, received official letters stating they were wrongly awarded financial support because their courses were incorrectly classified as eligible for […]

COVER STORY HIGHLIGHTS GLOBAL CONFLICT, ECONOMIC PRESSURE AND POLITICAL SHIFTS ACROSS KEY REGIONSThe BBC’s latest cover story focuses on a broad range of pressing global developments, including rising geopolitical tensions, economic uncertainty, security challenges, and shifting international alliances shaping the global order in 2026. According to the feature report referenced on the BBC platform, the […]

SOUTH AFRICAN COURT SENTENCES JULIUS MALEMA TO FIVE YEARS IN PRISON OVER 2018 RALLY GUN INCIDENT A South African court has sentenced opposition leader Julius Malema to five years in jail after finding him guilty of unlawfully firing an assault rifle during a political rally eight years ago, in a ruling that marks a major […]

SOUTH AFRICAN COURT SENTENCES JULIUS MALEMA TO FIVE YEARS IN PRISON OVER 2018 RALLY GUN INCIDENT A South African court has sentenced opposition leader Julius Malema to five years in jail after finding him guilty of unlawfully firing an assault rifle during a political rally eight years ago, in a ruling that marks a major […]

UK economy grew faster than expected in February, figures show The UK economy expanded more strongly than expected in February, according to official data, offering a boost at the start of 2026. Figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed that gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 0.5% in February, exceeding economists’ forecasts of […]

Migrants accused of making false domestic abuse claims to remain in UK investigation report A new investigation by the BBC has uncovered cases where some migrants allegedly made false domestic abuse allegations in attempts to remain in the United Kingdom, exposing what officials describe as loopholes within immigration protection rules designed to safeguard genuine victims.According […]

Two-Year-Old Wolf Neukgu Becomes South Korea’s ‘Furriest Fugitive’ After Zoo Escape A two-year-old wolf named Neukgu briefly captured national attention after escaping from his enclosure at a zoo in the South Korean city of Daejeon, earning the nickname the country’s newest and furriest fugitive. The young animal reportedly dug underneath a fence last week, slipping […]

WHITE HOUSE DENIES IRAN CEASEFIRE REQUEST, SAYS TALKS ONGOING The White House has dismissed reports suggesting that Iran requested a ceasefire following escalating tensions in the Middle East, insisting that diplomatic engagements remain ongoing without any finalized agreement. According to U.S. officials, discussions with Iranian representatives are still in progress, emphasizing that no ceasefire arrangement […]

Nigeria’s inflation rises to 15.38% in March 2026 amid Israel-US-Iran war, oil price surge Global supply chain disruptions and rising energy costs push consumer prices higher despite earlier easing trend. Nigeria’s headline inflation rate increased to 15.38 per cent in March 2026, driven largely by rising global oil prices, disruptions to supply chains caused by […]

Atiku Abubakar Urges Nigerians to Oust APC in 2027, Says Next Presidential Bid May Be Final Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has called on Nigerians to vote out the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 general elections, warning that the country risks deeper economic and governance crises if the party remains in power. […]

Nigeria’s Low Revenue Sustains Debt Pressure Despite Tinubu Reforms Rising debt servicing costs continue to limit infrastructure investment even as fiscal reforms deliver modest improvements Nigeria’s persistent revenue challenges are sustaining pressure on public finances, with rising debt servicing obligations constraining infrastructure funding despite ongoing economic reforms under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. Fresh concerns have […]

The Federal Government has warned that 226 local government areas across 33 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) fall within high flood-risk zones in 2026, raising fresh concerns over potential widespread impact on communities nationwide. The disclosure is part of the 2026 Annual Flood Outlook released by the government through relevant agencies, highlighting areas […]

Nigeria’s total public debt rose to ₦159.28 trillion as of December 31, 2025 according to new data released by the Debt Management Office (DMO), highlighting continued reliance on borrowing to finance government spending. The latest figures show that the country’s debt increased from ₦153.29 trillion recorded at the end of September 2025 to ₦159.28 trillion […]

Pope Leo XIV has said his visit to Africa carries a message of unity and peace “the world needs to hear,” as he faces mounting criticism from the president and vice president of the United States over his opposition to the ongoing war in Iran. Speaking aboard the papal plane en route from Algeria to […]

At least four people were killed and 20 others injured after a student opened fire at a middle school in southeastern Turkey, according to local authorities. The attack marks the second school shooting in the country within 24 hours, raising alarm over student safety and access to firearms. The shooting occurred at a middle school […]

Two Metropolitan Police officers have been charged following a fatal collision involving an unmarked police car that killed a heavily pregnant woman and her unborn baby in south-east London. The incident occurred in October 2024 in Eltham, when a 38-year-old woman’s vehicle was struck during an incident involving unmarked police vehicles responding to an unrelated […]

Police hunt two suspects after attempted arson attack on north London synagogue Masked pair threw petrol-filled bottles and a brick at Finchley Reform Synagogue in suspected antisemitic hate crime Police have launched a manhunt for two suspects after an attempted arson attack on a synagogue in north London, in what authorities are treating as a […]

Duchess of Sussex joins celebrity cooking show during Australia tour with Prince Harry, as Season 18 prepares for launch Meghan, Duchess of Sussex, has made a surprise appearance as a guest judge on the upcoming season of MasterChef Australia, joining contestants and judges during filming in Melbourne as part of her visit to Australia with […]

250-million-year-old fossil reveals first proof mammal ancestors laid eggs Embryo of ancient Lystrosaurus confirms egg-laying reproduction and offers clues to survival after Earth’s worst mass extinction Scientists have confirmed the first direct evidence that mammal ancestors laid eggs, following the detailed analysis of a 250-million-year-old fossil containing a curled embryo of an ancient species known […]

18-year-old wheelchair user escorted out of Manchester nightclub over “fire safety risk” concerns Woman says she was allowed in before being removed minutes later, sparking discrimination and Equality Act debate An 18-year-old woman has accused a Manchester nightclub of discrimination after she was escorted out of the venue because staff allegedly claimed her wheelchair posed […]

England rugby union star Ellie Kildunne has spoken openly about struggling with disordered eating and unhealthy weight loss during the coronavirus lockdown, saying the period had a damaging impact on her relationship with food and her body image. England international rugby player Ellie Kildunne has revealed that she experienced disordered eating and unhealthy weight loss […]

Charity prize draw raises €11m for Alzheimer’s research More than 120,000 tickets priced at €100 each have been sold in a major charity prize draw, raising around €11 million to support Alzheimer’s research, organisers said. The draw is part of a fundraising initiative linked to a high-value art prize campaign in which participants pay for […]

At least 250 missing after UN-reported trawler sinks en route to Malaysia A trawler carrying around 250 men, women and children has reportedly sunk in the Andaman Sea after departing from Teknaf in southern Bangladesh, with UN agencies saying the vessel was overwhelmed by severe weather and overcrowding. According to the United Nations High Commissioner […]

86-Year-Old French Woman Detained in US After Moving to Rekindle Decades-Old Romance An 86-year-old French woman who relocated to the United States after rekindling a decades-old romance has been detained at an immigration enforcement centre in Louisiana, sparking concern among her family over her health and treatment. The woman, identified as Marie-Thérèse, was arrested earlier […]