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South Africa: Sassa Sets the Record Straight On Loans Reviews and Payment Dates

[Scrolla] SASSA says it does not offer loans, and only one funeral policy deduction may be taken from a grant, with the beneficiary's written consent. Being called in for an income review does not mean a beneficiary is suspected of fraud…

Oasis 2027 tour: Travel searches surge for European host cities – and tickets are not on sale yet

After tour dates were announced for 38 concerts in 2027, Oasis fans are already searching for travel to the host destinations – with Glasgow seeing the biggest surge, +2,400%, according to new data.

Teen who piloted Channel boat with 165 migrants jailed

Chan Mathok Atak has been sentenced to two years and three months in prison after piloting the boat.

Nigeria: Ibbu Student Reportedly Killed By Stray Bullet During Military Operation in Niger

[Premium Times] 400-level student of the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida University (IBBU), Lapai, Niger State, reportedly killed by a stray bullet during a military operation in New B

Wisconsin turned harbour dredge into habitat; rare plovers returned after 49 years

After nearly five decades, piping plovers triumphantly return to Wisconsin Point, symbolizing a remarkable achievement in conservation. Thanks to a dedicated $4.5 million habitat restoration initiative, 14 acres of essential nesting and…

Bayelsa demolishes illegal structures on roads

The Bayelsa State government has demolished illegal structures and building extensions encroaching on government rights-of-way across Yenagoa. Read More: https://punchng.com/bayelsa-demolishes-illegal-structures-on-roads/

Israeli threat forces Lebanese army to vacate new post near Deir Mimas

Deïr Mimass, Lebanon: The Lebanese army on Friday evacuated a newly established position on the outskirts of Deir Mimas in the Marjayoun district after Israeli forces threatened to target it. A military source at the Lebanese Army Command…

Denmark speeds up Ukraine aid package after Russian warship fires flares at helicopter

COPENHAGEN, Sept 18 - Denmark is speeding up a donation to Ukraine in response to a recent incident in which a Russian warship fired flares towards a Danish military helicopter, narrowly missing the aircraft, the Nordic country's…

Rio de Janeiro Nightlife Tonight: Free Under the Arches, Angra at Vivo Rio, September 18, 2026

Fafá de Belém plays free under the Lapa arches at 10 p.m., Mart'nália free at Capanema at 8, and Angra bring Holy Land to Vivo Rio. Showers clear by evening. The post Rio de Janeiro Nightlife Tonight: Free Under the Arches, Angra at Vivo…

Third Marineland beluga dies after being moved, this time in Spain

A third beluga that was a part of a massive move of whales from Marineland has died, following two whale deaths in Chicago.

Cost of Living Arequipa Peru 2026: Less Than Half of Lima

Cost of living arequipa peru in 2026: a central one-bedroom averages about US$362 a month, less than half the Lima figure, and utilities cost about US$24. The post Cost of Living Arequipa Peru 2026: Less Than Half of Lima appeared first on…

'Graveyard of Saudi ambition': Why the Houthis remain Riyadh's biggest headache