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2027: Why Peter Obi will defeat Tinubu, Atiku – Sam Amadi
Reported by Daily Post Nigeria and Tribune Online. First detected August 26, 2026 at 13:10 UTC.
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Ghislaine Maxwell’s bid to overturn sex‑trafficking conviction rejected by U.S. judge
Judge deems Maxwell’s appeal meritless, upholding 20‑year prison term
War and security
Russian Military Deletes Drone Footage of Ukrainian Cyclist Killed, UN Commits It a War Crime
A short‑range drone video, released and then removed by Russia, showed a Ukrainian cyclist being targeted and killed. The footage has sparked outrage and been condemned by a UN commission as a war crime.
General News
UPSMA rejects link between ethanol blending and rising sugar prices
On 25 August 2026 the Uttar Pradesh Sugar Mills Association (UPSMA) issued a statement denying claims that the diversion of sugar for the Ethanol Blended Petrol programme is responsible for the recent rise in sugar prices, asserting that sugar stocks are adequate and that any shortage reports are unfounded.
General News
Ghislaine Maxwell Lost Bid to Overturn U.S. Conviction in Federal Court
A federal judge declared Maxwell's arguments frivolous, rejecting claims that new evidence absolved her of sexual‑abuse charges.
Elections
Trump Submits Saudi Civilian Nuclear Deal to Congress, Tying Approval to Israel Normalisation
The United States has presented a classified nuclear cooperation agreement with Saudi Arabia for congressional review, with the condition that Saudi‑Israel diplomatic ties be restored before the deal can move forward.
General News
Poco Lee’s management denies drink‑spiking allegations linked to his UK legal case
On 26 August 2026, the Nigerian dancer’s team released a statement on Premium Times Nigeria saying the online claims were not part of court charges.
General News
Meta settles in landmark social media case with 29 U.S. states
Reported by Toronto Sun - RSS Feed and Financial Post. First detected August 26, 2026 at 14:08 UTC.
Health
14 babies die in Pakistani hospital ward fire
A blaze in a ward claims the lives of 14 infants, while hospital officials say the ward door was not locked but manned by security guards.
General News
Meta reaches $24 billion settlement over teen social media addiction
Reported by Sydney Morning Herald - Latest News and South China Morning Post. First detected August 26, 2026 at 14:00 UTC.
General News
Meta settles federal social media addiction trial with California AG, others
Reported by International: Top News And Analysis and PerthNow. First detected August 26, 2026 at 13:18 UTC.
General News
Prince Harry and Meghan arrive in UK before Archie and Lilibet start school
Reported by India Today | Latest Stories and The Age - Latest News. First detected August 26, 2026 at 13:20 UTC.