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A 200-Year Tradition Ends: First Girls Sit State Exams at North Mon
For the first time in 200 years, female students are sitting State exams at Cork's North Monastery. It is a quiet but profound shift for the historic school.
From Adwa to the Digital Frontier: Africa’s Century of Resilience
The 1896 Battle of Adwa was a defining moment for African liberation. Today, that same spirit of resilience is driving a new era of innovation and economic growth across the continent.
A 'Soldier Boys' WhatsApp Group and a Gun Threat: A Corporate Takeover Trial
GIIB Holdings founder Tai Boon Wee has taken the stand to detail an alleged 'corporate mafia' takeover plot. The case involves claims of a 'soldier boys' WhatsApp conspiracy and a direct gun threat.
Beneath the Strait of Hormuz, Life Persists Amid Geopolitical Chaos
While the world focuses on the Strait of Hormuz as a geopolitical flashpoint, divers are witnessing a thriving, yet increasingly threatened, marine ecosystem. The ocean remains a silent victim of the conflict above.
Uganda’s Health Minister Pledges Review of Contentious Medical Intern Reforms
Newly appointed Health Minister Dr. Chris Baryomunsi has pledged to review controversial medical internship reforms following widespread outcry. The proposed changes, set for August 2026, have sparked concerns over intern allowances and training standards.
Uganda’s Parliament Launches Corporate Golf League to Boost Regional Standing
The Parliament of Uganda is launching a corporate golf league to sharpen its team for the East African Parliamentary Games. The move aims to boost networking between lawmakers and the private sector.
UK Asylum System 'On the Brink' as MPs Warn of Lost Control
A cross-party committee of MPs has warned that the UK asylum system is on the brink of collapse. The report highlights a lack of oversight for failed claimants and a reliance on short-term fixes.
Reform Candidate Frames Makerfield By-Election as a 'Win-Win'
Reform UK candidate Robert Kenyon says his Makerfield by-election run is a 'win-win' regardless of the result. He is focusing on local infrastructure while defending past controversial comments.
Crypto Billionaires Fuel Reform UK’s Massive Fundraising Lead
Reform UK has cemented a fundraising lead after receiving £7 million from two overseas crypto billionaires. The influx of cash has triggered a fierce political row over new donation caps.
The Makerfield By-Election: A High-Stakes Test for Labour’s Future
With two weeks until the Makerfield by-election, Labour faces a tight race against Reform and Restore. The result could determine the future of Keir Starmer's leadership.
Sikh MPs Reject Religious Justification in Southampton Murder Case
Eleven Sikh MPs have issued a statement distancing their faith from the murder of Henry Nowak. The intervention comes as the case fuels a national debate over UK knife laws.
Philp Accuses Attorney General of 'Disgraceful Slur' Over Small Boats
Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp has accused the Attorney General of a 'disgraceful slur' over comments regarding small boat policies. The clash highlights the intensifying debate over the UK's ECHR membership.