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Nigerian Presidential Candidates Sign Peace Accord for 2027 Elections
Politicsmail-guardianPremium Timespunch-ng+1vanguard-ng28m ago4 sources

Nigerian Presidential Candidates Sign Peace Accord for 2027 Elections

Ahead of the 2027 general elections, Nigerian presidential candidates, including Bola Tinubu and Peter Obi, have signed a peace accord, committing to issue-based campaigns and rejecting ethnic or religious politics. This comes as the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) prepares to deploy 1.4 million ad hoc staff and opposition groups mobilize for a single presidential candidate.

Torrestir Invests in Fleet and Logistics Renewal Until 2027
Businessobservador3h ago

Torrestir Invests in Fleet and Logistics Renewal Until 2027

Torrestir has announced a significant investment of 12.3 million euros in new logistics facilities and 5.8 million euros until 2027 for the renewal and modernization of its national and international fleet, aiming to strengthen its operational capacity.

Student Kills Schoolmate and Himself in Livestreamed Philippine School Shooting
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Student Kills Schoolmate and Himself in Livestreamed Philippine School Shooting

A student in the Philippines shot and killed a schoolmate before taking his own life in an attack that was reportedly livestreamed. The incident has prompted calls for urgent action on school violence and the provision of psychosocial support to those affected.

Bulgaria's Minimum Wage Projected to Rise in 2027
Politicscapital-bg7h ago

Bulgaria's Minimum Wage Projected to Rise in 2027

Bulgaria's gross minimum wage is expected to reach 667 euros by January 1, 2027, representing an almost 8% increase. This projection is based on a new mechanism agreed upon by social partners, with the exact amount to be discussed further.

Zambia's Hakainde Hichilema Re-elected Amid Opposition Claims of Irregularities
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Zambia's Hakainde Hichilema Re-elected Amid Opposition Claims of Irregularities

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected for a second term with 60% of the vote, despite opposition claims of electoral irregularities and arrests of 'militia' members. International reports confirm his victory, while some local sources highlight the chaotic surge from the opposition.

Malaysia's RTS Link Bukit Chagar Station to Connect to KTM, Buses, Taxis
Politicschannel-news-asia12h ago

Malaysia's RTS Link Bukit Chagar Station to Connect to KTM, Buses, Taxis

Malaysia's Transport Minister Anthony Loke announced that the RTS Link's Bukit Chagar station will directly connect to KTM trains, buses, and taxis, though a proposed train-bus hybrid system to manage commuter increase will not be ready by January 2027 as details are still being worked out.

Greece Allocates Vouchers for Childcare and Creative Centers for 2026-2027
Politicsnewsbeast13h ago

Greece Allocates Vouchers for Childcare and Creative Centers for 2026-2027

The process of granting vouchers for infant, nursery, and children's stations, as well as for KDAP and KDAP AMEA (Creative Activity Centers for Children and People with Disabilities), for the 2026-2027 period has concluded with significantly expanded access for thousands of families. A total of 158,009 children and people with disabilities secured places.

Culturecdm-me1d ago

Burgas, Bulgaria to host Eurovision 2027

The Bulgarian city of Burgas has been selected to host the 71st Eurovision Song Contest from May 11 to 15, 2027, with the director of BNT explaining the city's advantage over Sofia, Varna, and Plovdiv.

Moscow Cancels Red Square Military Music Festival Until 2027
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Moscow Cancels Red Square Military Music Festival Until 2027

Moscow has unexpectedly canceled its annual military music festival on Red Square, postponing it until 2027, with reports suggesting drone attacks as a contributing factor. This marks only the second cancellation of the event, the first being due to COVID-19.

NUC Grants City University Abuja Operational Licence
Politicspunch-ngvanguard-ng1d ago2 sources

NUC Grants City University Abuja Operational Licence

The National Universities Commission (NUC) has granted an operational licence to City University Abuja, allowing the institution to commence academic activities and admit its pioneer postgraduate students for the 2026/2027 academic session.

Environmentpublico1d ago

Wild Rabbits Reintroduced in Côa Valley, Portugal

Rewilding Portugal has reintroduced 17 wild rabbits into the Grande Vale do Côa, aiming to increase prey availability and create suitable conditions for the establishment of Iberian lynx populations in the territory, with projections of up to 70 rabbits by 2027.

EU's ETIAS Travel Permit Postponed to 2027
Politicsle-figaro1d ago

EU's ETIAS Travel Permit Postponed to 2027

The European travel authorization system (ETIAS), intended to filter non-EU travelers into the Schengen area, has been postponed to 2027, with its launch date removed from the official EU website.

Lithuanian Finance Minister on 2027 Budget Formation
Politicsdelfi-lt7h ago

Lithuanian Finance Minister on 2027 Budget Formation

As the Ministry of Finance begins the 2027 state budget formation process, Minister Taurimas Valys emphasized that institutions requesting increased funding must provide strong justifications. He stated that expenditure growth would only be considered if absolutely necessary.

Greece Unveils Pension and Contribution Reforms for 2027
Politicsnewsbeast13h ago

Greece Unveils Pension and Contribution Reforms for 2027

Greece is finalizing a package of measures for the Thessaloniki International Fair (TIF), including pension increases, the definitive end of personal differences, changes to the Solidarity Contribution, and further reductions in social security contributions for 2027.

Japanese Rating Agency R&I Upgrades Outlook for Greek Economy
Businessprotothema-en1d ago

Japanese Rating Agency R&I Upgrades Outlook for Greek Economy

Japanese rating agency R&I has upgraded its outlook for the Greek economy from stable to positive. The agency noted that the credit rating would be further raised if efforts to revitalize the economy and fiscal consolidation continue under the new government after the 2027 elections.

Taiwan Plans Record Defense Spending for 2027
PoliticsReutersBarron'sdie-presse+4delfi-ltvijesti-mechannel-news-asiahk-free-press1d ago7 sources

Taiwan Plans Record Defense Spending for 2027

Taiwan's leader announced plans to propose record defense spending for 2027, emphasizing it as an investment in peace. This move comes amid ongoing tensions and aims to bolster the island's military capabilities.

Romgaz to Launch Gas Offers for Romanian Population
Businesshotnews1d ago

Romgaz to Launch Gas Offers for Romanian Population

Romgaz, Romania's largest natural gas producer and storage operator, announced that it will launch its first offers for gas supply to the population in December this year, with deliveries scheduled to begin on April 1, 2027.

ADC Crisis Deepens Over Oyo Governorship Ticket
Politicsvanguard-ng4h ago

ADC Crisis Deepens Over Oyo Governorship Ticket

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) is experiencing a deepening crisis regarding its leadership and the governorship candidacy for Oyo State, with Dr. Gbemileke Alagbe asserting his claim as the legitimate candidate for the 2027 election.

SXSW to Launch Podcast Festival in 2027, Introduce Local Perks
Culturevarietydeadline5h ago2 sources

SXSW to Launch Podcast Festival in 2027, Introduce Local Perks

SXSW announced plans to launch a new podcast festival in 2027, alongside new perks for local attendees and changes to music venues for its Austin event. These initiatives aim to enhance the festival experience and engage the local community.

Global Economy Faces Prolonged US-Iran War Oil Shock
WorldTimes of India6h ago

Global Economy Faces Prolonged US-Iran War Oil Shock

The US Energy Information Administration estimates that it will take until early 2027 for global oil production and trade patterns to return to pre-conflict status following a potential US-Iran war, raising concerns about the global and Indian economies' ability to absorb the shock.

Twint Introduces New Direct Debit System
Technology20-minuten13h ago

Twint Introduces New Direct Debit System

Swiss payment app Twint is set to introduce a new direct debit system starting in 2027, which will serve as an alternative to the current direct debit procedure that is scheduled to be discontinued in 2028. The article highlights the benefits for both users and merchants.

Inside Johor Bahru's RTS Link Station Ahead of 2027 Launch
Worldchannel-news-asia1d ago

Inside Johor Bahru's RTS Link Station Ahead of 2027 Launch

A behind-the-scenes look at Johor Bahru’s Bukit Chagar RTS Link station reveals plans for high-tech body scanners, an operations command centre, and direct links to nearby malls, all ahead of the rail service’s expected launch in January 2027.

Media Support Fund Announces Calls for 2027 Projects
Politicsdelfi-lt1d ago

Media Support Fund Announces Calls for 2027 Projects

The Media Support Fund has announced calls for applications for financial support in 2027 for media projects, editorial activities, and investigative journalism scholarships, with applications accepted until September 14.