Formula One world champion Lando Norris won the Miami Grand Prix sprint race in a McLaren one-two with Oscar Piastri on Saturday as Mercedes suffered their first defeat of the season.   Charles Leclerc finished third for Ferrari, after starting fourth, in the first race following a forced April break due to the Iran war […]

Discover Europe’s top 10 scoring trios of 2026. See the full list of the most lethal attacking partnerships, from Bayern Munich to Real Madrid. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-list-europes-top-10-scoring-attacking-trios-of-2026/

Jamaica blazed into the record books at the World Athletics Relays on Saturday, becoming the first quartet to crack the 40-second barrier in the mixed 4×100 metres relay.   The team of Ackeem Blake, Tina Clayton, Kadrian Goldson and Tia Clayton scorched around the track in 39.99 seconds, breaking the world record in Gaborone, Botswana, […]

It also came as Trump announced that tariffs on cars and trucks from the European Union would jump from 15 percent to 25 percent next week. The post NATO, Top Republicans Question US Troop Withdrawal From Germany appeared first on Channels Television.

Manchester United’s midfield enforcer, Casemiro, is reportedly giving serious thought to a surprise summer switch to Major League Soccer, after a formal proposal landed on his table from David Beckham’s Inter Miami.   The development was shared by transfer insider Fabrizio Romano on Saturday, who revealed via X that the 32-year-old Brazilian is actively considering […]

The Catholic Men Organisation (CMO) of the Lugbe Deanery, within the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja, will launch its highly anticipated 2026 Lugbe Deanery CMO Football Tournament on Saturday, 9th May 2026. The tournament will run under the theme “Building Bonds of Brotherhood”.   This information was released in a press statement signed by Brother Michael […]

President Bola Tinubu has rescheduled the commencement of his three-nation diplomatic trip to France, Kenya and Rwanda, shifting his departure from Saturday to Sunday, in a last-minute adjustment to his official itinerary.

Police in California have arrested a suspect following a shooting incident outside the residence of American R&B star Chris Brown.   The incident occurred early Saturday morning near the singer’s home in the San Fernando Valley. Law enforcement officers responded to reports of gunfire and discovered a victim with injuries that were not life-threatening.   […]

Meryl Streep has sparked conversation after criticising Marvel films while discussing her return as Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada 2.   Speaking on a radio show, the Oscar-winning actress suggested modern cinema has become overly simplified, saying films are increasingly “Marvel-ised” with clear-cut heroes and villains.   “I think we tend to Marvel-ise […]

Harry Styles and Zoë Kravitz are reportedly planning not one, but two weddings, just weeks after their headline-making engagement.   According to sources, the transatlantic couple are considering ceremonies in both the UK and the United States, reflecting their respective roots. One of the weddings is expected to take place in New York, with insiders […]

Actor and Comedian, Akinyoola Ayoola, alias Kamo State, has been ranked the second-highest-grossing Nollywood actor of all time, amassing a total of ₦6.56 billion across nine cinema releases.   The achievement underscores a notable shift within Nigeria’s entertainment landscape, where digital creators are successfully crossing over into mainstream cinema and driving significant commercial returns.   […]

The Catalan giants moved 14 points clear of second-placed Real Madrid and will be crowned champions if their rivals drop points at Espanyol on Sunday. The post Barcelona on verge of La Liga title defence with win at Osasuna appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Publisher of August24news.com, Mr. Ajagbe Adeyemi Teslim, has added another feather to his cap as he has just been bestowed with the Media Personality of the Year Award by Go-Culture. The award comes in recognition of his achievements as the first media personality on Lagos Island to establish an online media platform—August24news—and for his [...]

Okiki Oludare, alias Kiki Stunting, has transitioned from his early roots in music into a globally focused entrepreneur, steadily building KS Enterprise into a multi-sector brand.   His shift into business unfolded gradually, driven by a recognition of gaps in the United Kingdom’s luxury services market. Leveraging his network and passion for high-end automobiles, Oludare […]

The Catalan giants moved 14 points clear of second-placed Real Madrid and will be crowned champions if their rivals drop points at Espanyol on Sunday. The post Barcelona On Brink Of La Liga Title Defence With Win At Osasuna appeared first on Channels Television.

Nigeria’s U-20 girls, Falconets, dominated easily and created a hatful of opportunities as they earned a 2-0 win over their counterparts from Malawi in the first leg of a FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup final round fixture in Ikenne-Remo on Saturday. The post Poland 2026: Falconets cage Malawi 2-0 in Ikenne, eye win in Lilongwe appeared first on Vanguard News.

Popular comedian Ali Baba has expressed gratitude to Air Peace after recovering his missing iPad months after losing it during a flight.   Taking to Instagram, the veteran comedian revealed that he misplaced the device on February 28 and had assumed it was gone for good. He admitted he was already considering replacing it before […]

The Mercy Step by Marcia Hutchinson, published by Cassava Republic Press, has been shortlisted for the 2026 Women’s Prize for Fiction, one of the most prestigious literary awards in the world. This is auspicious for Nigerian founded publishing house, Cassava Republic Press which is making the Women’s Prize for Fiction shortlist for the first time [...]

US-based Nigerian dancer and singer, Korra Obidi, has said that Nigerians have become their own government because the state has failed to provide basic needs.   Speaking on the One 54 podcast, the entertainer noted that Nigeria has great potential but is held back by poor leadership. She explained that citizens now provide their own […]

The Dangote Group has denied reports claiming that its president, Aliko Dangote, is having a disagreement with Tony Elumelu, chairman of United Bank for Africa.

Nigerian singer and content creator Portable has found joy amid recent disappointment, celebrating the birth of his third child just hours after losing a celebrity boxing match.   The singer’s wife announced the birth of their baby boy, Temilorun, earlier in the day, sparking a wave of excitement within the family.   On his Instagram […]

Derby County fell short of the Championship play-offs after Sheffield United left a packed Pride Park stunned with a fightback victory on a dramatic final day.   The eighth-placed Rams had to win and hope results elsewhere went their way for them to leap two spots and gatecrash the top six.   Sam Szmodics gave […]

Filling stations across Nigeria have begun reducing the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit, barely 24 hours after implementing an upward review that drew public concern. As reported by Daily Post, findings on Saturday indicated that several marketers in Abuja, including Ranoil and Empire Energy, adjusted their pump prices downward to between N1,365 and N1,375 [...]

‎Daughter of legendary singer Tuface Idibia and actress Annie Macauley, ‎Isabel Idibia has shown off her acting talent. ‎ ‎Isabel, who is destined for the zenith in the make-believe sector, shared a video showing her acting like a passive-aggressive racist old lady. ‎ ‎ ‎The video showed a young lady whose makeup resembled that of […]

Gunmen suspected to be bandits launched a deadly pre-dawn assault on a Police Mobile Force (PMF) camp in Kwara State on Saturday, killing three officers and leaving several others critically injured in what authorities have described as a “heinous and cowardly” attack.

Viktor Gyökeres scored twice as Arsenal delivered an emphatic Premier League title warning to Manchester City with a dominant 3-0 victory against Fulham at the Emirates Stadium.*   Bukayo Saka, making his first start since Arsenal’s Carabao Cup final defeat to City on 22nd March, was the architect. He provided the assist for Gyökeres’ ninth-minute […]

By Arábìnrin Adérónke I have had the privilege of working closely with Zacch Adedeji and I speak from direct experience when I say he is a refined professional, a disciplined technocrat, and a results driven leader. He is not a career politician, and it is both unfair and misleading to drag his name into the [...]

The United States government has urged its citizens in the United Kingdom to stay safe after the authorities issued a national terrorism threat alert. The U.S. Embassy advised Americans to remain alert in public places such as schools, hospitals, churches, tourist locations and transportation hubs. “Keep a low profile; remain aware of your surroundings; review […] US cautions citizens in UK after terrorism threat alert

Speed Darlington mocked Portable after Carter Efe defeated the singer in a celebrity boxing match, comparing the loss to their previous encounter

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal are peaking at the right time in the Premier League title race after a dominant 3-0 win over Fulham to pressure Man City. Read More: https://punchng.com/epl-arsenal-peaking-at-right-time-says-arteta/

Former England midfielder, Paul Merson, has said the Premier League is Arsenal’s to lose. Merson was speaking on Sky Sports, following the Gunners’ 3-0 win over Fulham on Saturday. Viktor Gyokeres scored a brace, while Bukayo Saka also got on the scoresheet, as Mikel Arteta’s men ran riot in the first half. The win sees […] EPL: It’s their title to lose – Merson on Arsenal’s 3-0 win over Fulham

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen will have to wait another week in his quest to win back-to-back Turkish Süper Lig titles with Galatasaray. The Yellow-Reds needed a win against Samsunspor on Saturday to be confirmed champions. But they were hammered 4–1, despite opening the scoring in the ninth minute through Yunus Akgün. The hosts responded […] Turkey: Osimhen fails to clinch Super Lig title after 4-1 defeat to Samsunspor

Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on Saturday called on residents of Badagry to preserve the enduring legacy of the late Akran of Badagry, His Imperial Majesty, De Wheno Aholu Menu Toyi I, describing him as a symbol of unity, peace and cultural pride.

The Guild of Corporate Online Publishers (GOCOP) has congratulated the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Alhaji Mohammed Idris, on his 60th birthday. In a statement jointly signed by its president, Danlami Nmodu, mni and general secretary, Sufuyan Ojeifo, the guild acknowledged Idris’ career as a journalist, publisher and public official, noting his approach to [...]

By Henry Umoru Senate President Godswill Akpabio has urged the people of the South East to continue to maintain peace in the country and guide the youth appropriately to shun armed struggle against the Nigerian government. Akpabio made the appeal at the weekend while at the funeral of the former Administrative Secretary of the defunct […] The post Shun armed struggle against Nigerian govt, Akpabio to Igbo youth appeared first on Vanguard News.

The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has withdrawn the licences of several underperforming Private Sector Participation (PSP) operators and realigned waste collection routes across parts of Lagos, in a sweeping reform aimed at boosting efficiency and expanding service coverage.