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In his poem, An Essay on Criticism, Alexander Pope, an English poet, gives us an eternal statement that has stood the test of time in a fast, continually changing world. “Good-nature and good-sense must ever join. To err is human; to forgive, divine,”  writes Pope in his poem published in 1711. Like you might have assumed in the past, for many, before a few minutes ago, this statement isn’t from the Bible or from a pastor, but hardly can anyone fault the premise on which it was based and its philosophical import. Pope, meanwhile, was just a layman who had…

Oura recently released the Oura Ring 5, which is the thinnest of its smart rings yet. If you’re not willing to spend almost $500 on the latest ring, there’s a great deal happening right now on the previous model. The Oura Ring 4 is on sale during Amazon Prime Day for over $100 off, depending on which color option you buy. Select finishes (black, silver and brushed silver) are down to only $232 (over $100 less than their $349 retail price). Premium finishes like gold and metallic rose gold are discounted too. The Oura Ring is one of my favorite…

Operatives of the Bauchi State Police Command have arrested three suspects in connection with a case of culpable homicide and suspected armed robbery in Gwaram Town, Alkaleri Local Government Area of the state. The command’s spokesman, SP Nafiu Habib, disclosed this in a statement issued on Tuesday. According to him, the suspects were arrested following an investigation into a report lodged at the Alkaleri Divisional Police Headquarters on March 7, 2026. He said one of the suspects, identified as Muhammad Umar, popularly known as “Jijji,” aged 25, was apprehended on June 19, 2026, while in possession of a motorcycle belonging…

Ethiopian Airlines Group has taken delivery of the first of two DHC-6 Twin Otter Classic 300-G aircraft from De Havilland Aircraft of Canada Limited as part of efforts to strengthen domestic connectivity and expand access to remote communities and tourism destinations across Ethiopia. The airline announced the delivery on June 22, 2026, stating that the new aircraft will support a range of operations, including passenger transport, charter services, airport calibration, aerial surveys and air ambulance missions. Commenting on the development, Ethiopian Airlines Group Chief Executive Officer, Mesfin Tasew, said the aircraft would complement the airline’s extensive domestic network and enhance…

The police have confirmed eight deaths in a violent clash between crop farmers and cattle herders in Gulma Town, Argungu Local Government Area of Kebbi State. Reacting to the development, which occurred on Monday, the authorities have imposed a curfew and deployed additional security personnel to the area. The Kebbi State Police Command said the violence followed a dispute over alleged destruction of farmland by cattle. Police spokesperson Bashir Usman said in a statement on Tuesday that the incident began at about 3 p.m. when cattle being grazed by a herder, Yaron Dogo, allegedly stray into a farm belonging to…

The Embassy of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in Abuja has launched the 2026 Food Aid Project for Nigerians affected by displacement, insecurity, and other humanitarian challenges. The project was launched in Damaturu, Yobe State, through the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief), in partnership with the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). The development marks another phase of Saudi Arabia’s humanitarian intervention in Nigeria, particularly in communities grappling with the effects of insurgency, communal conflicts and other emergencies that have disrupted livelihoods and increased food insecurity. The project will distribute 24,302 food baskets, each weighing about 60 kilogrammes…

Algeria kept their 2026 FIFA World Cup hopes alive and celebrated a historic milestone for Riyad Mahrez after fighting back to beat Jordan 2-1 in San Francisco. The Desert Foxes recovered from a first-half setback to claim a crucial victory that eliminated World Cup debutants Jordan and kept Algeria firmly in the race for a place in the knockout stage. The match was particularly memorable for Mahrez, who made his first World Cup start since 2014 and marked the occasion by helping to inspire Algeria’s comeback. Jordan stunned Algeria in the 36th minute when Nizar Al Rashdan curled a superb…

The mother of late Nollywood actor, Alex Ekubo, Evangelist Mrs Jane Mmerechi Ekubo-Okwaraeke, has penned an emotional tribute to her son, saying she still longs for his calls, chats, encouragement and prayers weeks after his death. The tribute seen by PUNCH Online on Tuesday was included in the funeral pamphlet distributed at the actor’s burial, held in Arochukwu, Abia State, from June 17 to 18. PUNCH Online had reported that Ekubo died on May 11, 2026, at the age of 40, following complications from advanced metastatic kidney cancer after what his family described as a “brief but courageous battle.” Alexx…

Romania requested the urgent meeting after a Russian drone entered its airspace on Friday night, hitting an apartment building in the eastern city of Galaţi. Two residents – a woman and a child – were injured. “Last Friday, a dangerous incident crystallized our oft-stated warnings about potential spillover of the war,” said Kayoko Gotoh, a Director in the UN political and peace departments. She noted that although this was not the first reported breach of Romanian airspace by an armed drone since the start of the full-scale Russian invasion of Ukraine, it was the first time such an incident resulted in casualties. ‘A worrying trend’ It also “came on the heels of a worrying trend of drone incursions into the airspaces and territorial waters of…

Nigerians in the UK can now renew their passports from home and receive them within days. Discover how Nigeria’s passport reform brings comfort to diaspora Read More: https://punchng.com/nigerias-passport-reform-brings-comfort-to-diasporans/ Source link