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ON the night of Aug 13, 2026, Mir Raza Ali’s father was on TV imploring

ON the night of Aug 13, 2026, Mir Raza Ali’s father was on TV imploring

as he had been doing for some time — for justice. It is now over two weeks since Mir Raza Ali, a 25-year-old businessman, left his home on an ill-fated trip that would be his last. The gruesome nature of his death, questions surrounding…

Face of risky drinking 'quietly changing' in Australia

Face of risky drinking 'quietly changing' in Australia

Increasing numbers of midlife women are turning to alcohol to soothe the negative effects of perimenopause but it might be worsening their symptoms.

Presidency announces 355 civil awards on Independence Day

Presidency announces 355 civil awards on Independence Day

ISLAMABAD: President Asif Ali Zardari on Friday approved several summaries sent by the prime minister, including the conferment of military and civil awards and a special remission of sentences for eligible prisoners. According to the…

Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel

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Fauci declines request to appear before a second Senate panel

During the July hearing on his handling of the Covid-19 pandemic, Fauci invoked the Fifth Amendment right against self-incrimination 100 times.

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Hana and Wanda's unlikely friendship is helping tackle an insidious problem

Hana and Wanda's unlikely friendship is helping tackle an insidious problem

Hana Byambadash volunteers with a free program in Perth that aims to stave off old-age loneliness, a pervasive condition that is linked to dementia and other diseases.

Selena Gomez accused of fraud by mental health startup investors

American actress-singer Selena Gomez faces a lawsuit from investors in her mental health startup, Wondermind Global, over allegations of fraud. In the complaint filed in federal court in Delaware, the investors alleged that Gomez, along…

Strong 7.7-magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia – USGS

Strong 7.7-magnitude quake strikes off Indonesia – USGS

MAUMERE, Indonesia — A strong 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck off Flores island in eastern Indonesia early Saturday, the US Geological Survey and Indonesian authorities said, triggering a tsunami warning and prompting hundreds to evacuate…

Five nabbed for selling fake herbs

Five suspects have been arrested in Kano for allegedly selling fake herbal medicine and impersonating a registered practitioner. Learn how to identify genu Read More: https://punchng.com/five-nabbed-for-selling-fake-herbs/

5 proven ways to cut your heart attack risk

5 proven ways to cut your heart attack risk

Reduce your heart attack risk with these 5 proven strategies. Learn how to control blood pressure, eat healthy, stay active, and manage stress for a health Read More: https://punchng.com/5-proven-ways-to-cut-your-heart-attack-risk/

HealthAug 14, 2026 · 1 min

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Pacific reach out to NZ for information on bird flu

Pacific governments have asked New Zealand for advice on handling the H5 avian influenza, or bird flu, according to the Ministry of Primary and Industries.

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Tinubu congratulates Nigerian professor appointed as CEPI CEO

HealthAug 14, 2026 · 1 min

Tinubu congratulates Nigerian professor appointed as CEPI CEO

President Tinubu congratulates Prof. Ibrahim Abubakar on his appointment as CEO of CEPI, recognizing Nigeria’s growing global health leadership. Read More: https://punchng.com/tinubu-congratulates-nigerian-professor-appointed-as-cepi-ceo/

Is your brain challenged, overloaded, or starting to forget?

HealthAug 14, 2026 · 1 min

Is your brain challenged, overloaded, or starting to forget?

Brain health matters more than ever as life expectancy increases and dementia becomes more common, affecting our memory, thinking, and daily life.... Keep on reading: Is your brain challenged, overloaded, or starting to forget?