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The comments were made in relation to the US Department of Defense putting US research funding restrictions on dozens of Chinese universities. 

Rethinking Activism in Africa: Voices and Visionaries for Social Justice and Human Rights is a new book, edited by well-known activist and writer Mark Heywood. It contains unique and moving essays from writers in eight countries across Africa. In this series, Daily Maverick is publishing extracts from four essays, starting with Heywood’s introduction.

Samyukt Kisan Morcha and ‘People Against SIR’ platform are protesting nationwide; various trade unions and civil society organisations have pledged support to the farmers’ march

Labuschagne is fighting for Test cricket survival this week as the Australian selectors ponder their options.

The Bench emphasised the need to specify the repercussions of law enforcement and noted that prosecutions in Pune under the Act were not brought to the Court’s notice

A Division Bench comprising Justice Ajay Gadkari and Justice Kamal Khata noted that the Mumbai Police kept Mr. Agrawal in detention for 26 days without a basis in law

<p>Chief of Defence Forces and Chief of the Army Staff Field Marshal Asim Munir has said the armed forces will continue the counterterrorism campaign against Indian-sponsored terrorist groups “to the fullest”, vowing to “hit them hard wherever they are”, the military’s media wing said on Friday.</p> <p>CDF Munir made the remarks during a visit to the Corps H

A Division Bench had denied former Chief Minister the permission to appeal against Single Bench order, after which he approached Supreme Court, which stayed the order for seven days and redirected the matter to be considered again

Everyday runners are being given the chance to compete alongside elite athletes in the first World Treadmill Championship, a new global 5km competition.

SHAH ALAM, Oct 23 &mdash; An individual suspected of impersonating the personal bodyguard to the Raja Muda of Selangor t...

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) will examine a complaint seeking sedition charges against eight activists accused of trying to decode ballot codes in a Bangkok by-election, according to the justice minister.

As health care workers fought to control the latest outbreak this year, they got crucial aid from churches in beating back fear and misinformation.

The Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria has warned 56 newly inducted nurses from Wellspring University against professional misconduct, especially on Read More: https://punchng.com/nursing-council-warns-56-wellspring-varsity-inductees-against-misconduct/

Researchers have uncovered a hidden immune defense capable of attacking small cell lung cancer, an extremely aggressive disease that often escapes conventional treatments. The specialized immune cells can recognize and destroy cancer cells even when tumors have disguised themselves from the immune system.

A UNILAG professor, Ibitayo Popoola, has warned that churches risk losing their moral standing if pastors become involved in partisan political mobilisatio Read More: https://punchng.com/unilag-don-warns-church-against-political-mobilisation/

The state of our rivers drew the acclaimed Kamilaroi director back out into country.

President Trump fiercely defended the controversial advertisement at the center of Ohio's gubernatorial race. Weijia Jiang has more details.

“To make these calls look credible, certain members, acting in concert with the operators, post false claims of profit and praise the 'expert'. This practice, known as astroturfing, creates a false impression of genuine support and induces unsuspecting investors to act on the call,” says SEBI

Tonight a person familiar with the matter tells NBC News the Department of Justice is investigating allegations against Corey Lewandowski, a former Trump campaign manager. NBC News’ Garrett Haake reports.

President Trump on Thursday defended the Republican nominee for Ohio governor, Vivek Ramaswamy, amid backlash from a controversial attack ad that featured the estranged mother of Ramaswamy's opponent, Amy Acton. CBS News' Roberta Costa reports from Iowa, where Mr. Trump is making a campaign stop.

President Donald Trump said Thursday that Vivek Ramaswamy, the Republican nominee for Ohio governor, should keep running a controversial ad featuring the estranged mother of Democratic opponent Amy Acton.

Ravens cornerback Marlon Humphrey voiced his displeasure over what he called "slander" against quarterback Lamar Jackson.

On March 4, 2020, John Collyer was sentenced to 15 months in jail for sexually exploiting a 17-year-old girl when he was deputy chief of the Bridgewater Police Service.

Legal action will be taken against both the current and former election officials responsible for the discrepancies found in the voter list for constituency 127 – Pilibhit, reads an official statement by the State election commission

The order from U.S. Magistrate Judge Enjoliqué Lett came as lawyers for the British broadcaster complained that Trump had delayed his appearance.

The Proteas levelled the three-match Test series against Australia with an innings and 31-run victory at St George’s Park in Gqeberha late on the fifth and final day, bowling the tourists out for 295 in their second innings.

Toronto police have brought more charges against a man who is already facing voyeurism charges in connection with an investigation dating back to August. Police say on Aug. 25, an 11-year-old girl entered the washroom at Kew Gardens while the male suspect was already inside. When the girl went into the stall, he allegedly took […]

It could be worth holding on to a property that generates an attractive amount of money each month, but its future value is not guaranteed.

Governments are split over the idea, which Ursula von der Leyen floated in her 2026 State of the Union address.

Ireland head coach Scott Bemand makes two changes with Stacey Flood and Dorothy Wall named for Cape Town clash

President Donald Trump, who has often avoided depositions, filed his lawsuit against the BBC last December.

The judge said Trump must sit for a deposition by December 11 or face sanctions including the possible dismissal of his $14.2 billion lawsuit against the British broadcaster.

Donald Trump has been ordered by a judge to sit for a deposition by December as part of his $10 billion lawsuit against the BBC. Trump sued the BBC for defamation in December over a Panorama documentary that misleadingly edited his speech before the January 6 attack on the Capitol. The BBC has been attempting […]

Health Minister U.T. Khader says no hospital should deny families the bodies of deceased patients; government to examine complaints of excessive billing

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has warned political parties against denying experienced lawmakers tickets, saying it weakens democratic governance. Read More: https://punchng.com/akpabio-warns-parties-against-denying-tickets-to-experienced-lawmakers/

A coroner’s inquest into the death of Regis Korchinski-Paquet is scrambling to find a way forward after the Toronto woman’s mother unexpectedly made a new allegation against police officers during her testimony this morning. Korchinski-Paquet fell from her 24th-floor balcony in the late afternoon of May 27, 2020, while police officers were in the west-end […

The president had agreed to sit for a deposition on Oct. 16, but it was canceled for what was described as a “matter of national importance.”

Leaders of both parties got into a high decibel verbal exchange at the hospital

Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has defended his 2027 presidential ambition, saying the South-West can produce more than one candidate for the election. Read More: https://punchng.com/why-im-contesting-against-a-sitting-president-from-south-west-makinde/

A series of lawsuits has created a new de facto regulatory regime as courts order companies like Meta and Google to change their business practices — and pay up.

<p>An inspired Harry Brook scored the fastest double hundred in ODI history as England piled up 429-4 against Sri Lanka in the <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2038950">tri-series</a> in Rawalpindi on Thursday.</p> <p>The batsman’s 116-ball 202 also made him the first Englishman to hit a double century in a one-day international.</p> <p>The captain clobber

<p>An inspired Harry Brook scored the fastest double hundred in ODI history as England piled up 429-4 against Sri Lanka in the <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2038950">tri-series</a> in Rawalpindi on Thursday.</p> <p>The batsman’s 116-ball 202 also made him the first Englishman to hit a double century in a one-day international.</p> <p>The captain clobber

An Enugu judge has warned that the ‘judicialisation of elections’ in West Africa strips citizens of their democratic agency by replacing voters with courts Read More: https://punchng.com/judge-warns-against-judicialisation-of-elections/

BJP spokesperson seeks explanations from Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi regarding their meeting with a Progressive International delegation on April 28, 2025, in Delhi

ASEAN's consensus-driven approach and a lack of enforcement mechanisms make legal action difficult, experts say.

&nbsp;PUTRAJAYA, Oct 22 &mdash; The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) urges individuals who have...

Having hung up his gloves and made a smooth transition into punditry, Joe Hart's opinions on the game are increasingly in demand. That was the case this week when the 39-year-old sat down with The National at the Puma Manchester City store in Dubai Mall to discuss everything from Enzo Maresca's start at his former club to his own managerial ambitions – or co

The National Orientation Agency has warned Kaduna residents against self-medication following a confirmed Ebola case in Abuja, urging them to report sympto Read More: https://punchng.com/ebola%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0%e2%81%a0-noa-warns-aga/

Lula's campaign is now actively targeting the so-called "Lula generation" — seniors age over 70, close in age to the 80-year-old president.

Agartala Police register case as viral video sparks outrage; SPUNER seeks technical assistance from IFSO to investigate the alleged racial abuse and humiliation of the youth

Justice G. Arul Murugan winds up hearing oral arguments on applications filed by the Leader of the Opposition to reject the election petition and strike off pleadings

SEOUL, Oct. 22 (Yonhap) -- The South Korean won strengthened against the U.S. do...

With vote at knife’s edge, Palestinian citizens weigh principle against strategic voting in system stacked against them.

SEOUL, Oct. 22 (Yonhap) -- The main opposition People Power Party (PPP) on Thurs...