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PoliticsSep 25Brussels dials up pressure on Kyiv to speed up reforms amid budget crunchThe European Commission in sounding the alarm over Ukraine's slow pace of reforms, which is complicating access to critical financial assistance.EuroNews [en]
PoliticsSep 25Pope Leo arrives in France for visit spanning faith and politicsFrom migration to artificial intelligence, clerical abuse and war in Europe, Pope Leo XIV’s first visit to France this weekend will touch on some of the biggest challenges facing the Catholic Church and French society alike.RFI [en]
PoliticsSep 25What shall we do about South Africa?RIGHT OF REPLY Approximately 1,030 words Azu Ishiekwene asks the right question, and he is right that the World Cup answered it before any of us did. The hostility Bafana Bafana met in those stadiums was not football. It was a bill arriving. I take his question seriously and respectfully disagree with part of how […] The post What shall we do about South Africa? appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 25The case for renaming my state capital, by Donu KogbaraThis thought-provoking and slightly edited article, which first appeared in a publication called NewAfrican, was written by my friend and former BBC boss Onyekachi Wambu, a distinguished London-based author and filmmaker.  Why do we continue to cling to the colonial names bestowed on our towns and cities? We do this even when the officials after […] The post The case for renaming my state capital, by Donu Kogbara appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 25Pitch perfect cultural diplomacy wins heart of China’s first lady Peng LiyuanWhile their husbands held talks at the White House, Melania Trump hosted Peng Liyuan at the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art on Thursday, where the famed Chinese soprano softly hummed along to a youth choir’s performance of a familiar classic. Footage shows the Hope Chinese School youth choir waving Chinese and American national flags during their rendition of the song “Jasmine Flower”, while Peng watches with a smile, her lips moving along to the lyrics. As the performance ends, she...South China Morning Post
PoliticsSep 25Netanyahu sounded delusional as he ignored Gaza horrors and painted Israel as a moral championIrish representative remained for address which ignored Gaza horrors and painted Israel as a moral championIrish Times World
PoliticsSep 25France prepares for the arrival of 'rock star' Pope Leo XIVEen mis die het centrum van Parijs totaal lamlegt, peperdure hotelkamers en treinkaartjes, en een voetbalstadion waar binnen de kortste keren geen plek meer te krijgen was: in Frankrijk wordt het bezoek van paus Leo XIV, dat vandaag begint, vergeleken met de komst van een rockster. Honderdduizenden mensen hopen de komende dagen een glimp op te vangen van de leider van de Rooms-Katholieke Kerk. De Franse veiligheidsdiensten hebben hun inzet flink opgeschaald. Na Parijs en de voorstad Saint-Denis gaat de paus ook naar het bedevaartsoord Lourdes, waar hij onder meer zal spreken met misbruikslachtNOS Buitenland
PoliticsSep 25Tinubu to UN: 1945 power structure cannot govern the World in 2026PRESIDENT Bola Tinubu yesterday renewed calls for a radical shake-up of the United Nations, insisting that reforms must start with reconstituting the Security Council to grant Africa permanent seats. The post Tinubu to UN: 1945 power structure cannot govern the World in 2026 appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 25Nigeria’s address at 81st United Nations General Assembly (FULL TEXT)The persistence of conflict across the world recalls the purpose for which the United Nations was founded. The post Nigeria’s address at 81st United Nations General Assembly (FULL TEXT) appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsSep 25Billboard tenants: The invisible Lagosians who sleep, give birth, live in the openIn the restless megacity of Lagos, where skyscrapers rise and traffic never fully sleeps, more than 20,000 residents exist without a permanent roof. They are known, in local parlance, as “billboard tenants.” The name captures a stark reality: people who have no fixed address, no tenancy agreement, and no walls of their own. Instead, they […] The post Billboard tenants: The invisible Lagosians who sleep, give birth, live in the open appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 25The diplomacy of politics: The eighty first UNGA and impunity, by Owei LakemfaThe United Nations General Assembly, UNGA is the global platform for all countries. So, no country can bar another speaking from its podium.  But the United States, US at the on-going UNGA decided that the voice of the Palestinian State will not be heard. Only that of the State of Israel    would be permitted. […] The post The diplomacy of politics: The eighty first UNGA and impunity, by Owei Lakemfa appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 252027: Elections must be decided at polls, not courts — Onaiyekan, OsigweTHE judiciary and its increasingly prominent role in determining the outcome of Nigerian elections came under intense scrutiny at the 22nd All Nigeria Editors Conference, ANEC, in Enugu, yesterday, with leading voices warning that democracy was weakened when the courts become the arena in which electoral victories were finally decided. The post 2027: Elections must be decided at polls, not courts — Onaiyekan, Osigwe appeared first on Vanguard News.Vanguard Nigeria
PoliticsSep 25Nigeria restates demand for two permanent UNSC seats, veto powers for AfricaMr Shettima said the Council’s present configuration no longer reflected contemporary geopolitical realities and weakened the legitimacy of global decision-making. The post Nigeria restates demand for two permanent UNSC seats, veto powers for Africa appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.Premium Times
PoliticsSep 25Netanyahu Clashes With Mamdani , Predicts Iran Fall in UN SpeechNetanyahu clashed with Mamdani and predicted the fall of Iran during a speech at the UN. This highlights significant diplomatic tension and a strong political statement on international relations.hngn.com · United States
PoliticsSep 25Melania Trump is All Wrapped up for State Dinner for Xi JinpingMelania Trump prepared for a state dinner held for Xi Jinping. This describes a diplomatic social event involving high-profile political figures.wwd.com · United States
PoliticsSep 25The Latest : Trump - Xi state dinner includes tech titans , sea bass and glitzy diplomacyThe Trump-Xi state dinner featured tech industry leaders, a specific menu item, and elaborate diplomatic proceedings. This provides details of a high-profile international diplomatic event.rockymounttelegram.com · United States
PoliticsSep 25Senate Blocks Iran War Powers Resolution in 49 - 50 VoteThe Senate blocked a resolution concerning war powers with Iran in a 49-50 vote. This indicates a legislative decision regarding potential military action, demonstrating a political division on the matter.hngn.com · United States
PoliticsSep 25Plans to air building boss claims foiled by MP : ICACThe ICAC has stated that an MP foiled plans to publicize claims made by a building boss. This indicates a potential issue of political interference related to business claims, investigated by an anti-corruption body.nvi.com.au · Australia
PoliticsSep 25Here what on the docket for Pope Leo XIV first papal visit to France since 2008Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to make his first papal visit to France since 2008, with details of his itinerary on the docket. This marks a significant diplomatic and religious event between the Vatican and France.mynspr.org · United States
PoliticsSep 25Foreign Secretary issues stark warning to Iran minister amid ongoing Middle East tensionsmirror.co.uk · United Kingdom
PoliticsSep 25Jack Waterford | Albanese clashes with Trump over AI rules | The North West StarAustralian Prime Minister Albanese and former US President Trump have clashed over rules pertaining to artificial intelligence. This indicates an international political debate on regulating AI.northweststar.com.au · Australia
PoliticsSep 25Appeals court orders Trump administration to distribute homeless fundsAn appeals court has directed the Trump administration to release funds designated for homelessness. This ruling impacts government policy and funding allocation for housing initiatives.yahoo.com · United States
PoliticsSep 25Jack Waterford | Albanese clashes with Trump over AI rules | Western AdvocateAustralian Prime Minister Albanese has clashed with Donald Trump regarding AI regulations. This indicates a significant disagreement between political figures on emerging technology policy.westernadvocate.com.au · Australia
PoliticsSep 25Stalin Says Veeramani Case Should Not Be Used for Bypoll Politics - News TodayA political figure named Stalin has stated that the Veeramani case should not be exploited for by-election politics. This comment highlights concerns about the politicization of legal matters during election periods.newstodaynet.com · India