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If a retired military general [Rabe Abubakar], who was the chief spokesperson of the Nigerian Army, could be abducted and kept in captivity for about two weeks and killed in that way, it tells us that no Nigerian is safe.

-Bulama Bukarti, Security Consultant

#SundayPolitics

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South African Artists Face Continental Gig Cancellations Amid Xenophobia Concerns, Says Minister Kubayi.

South African Justice Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi has raised concern after reports that a local artist has had performances across the continent cancelled amid rising tensions linked to migration challenges in South Africa.

She has called for calm, urging communities to reject vigilantism and warning that violence and xenophobia not only harm foreign nationals, but also damage South Africa’s own creative and cultural economy where artists are increasingly feeling the ripple effects beyond the country’s borders.
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Scotland Fans Celebrated Historic World Cup Win
In The Most American Way
"Country roads, take me home
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"Country roaaaaaaadsssss take me
hooooomeeeee.. Check out the Scotland
faithful celebrating their historic World Cup
win in the most American way. -->
https://t.co/ogELOjhQD7
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Germany vs Curaçao Extended Highlights | 2026
FIFA World Cup"
Check out the full game highlights between Germany and
Curaçao in the 2026 FIFA World Cup ". Announced by lan
Darke and Landon Donovan
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Watch Germany vs Curaçao Extended
Highlights | 2026 FIFA World Cup"
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The Oranje go head-to-head with the Samurai
Blue in a must-watch group stage clash

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Alexi Lalas' 2026 World Cup Power Rankings: USA
Breaks Into The Top 10
Here are my latest power rankings for the 2026 FIFA
World Cup
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Back by popular demand! You know them
you love them: 2026 FIFA World Cup Power
Rankings, featuring the top 10 in this
tournament as of today.
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2026 World Cup Goals: Every Group-Stage Score
Ranked From Best To Worst
Get caught up with every goal from the 2026 World Cup
from best to worst.
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Through three full days and seven matches of
the 2026 World Cup, there have been 1 8 goals
scored after Australia's upset win to close
Match Day 3.
We are here to let you know which are the best
of the best. From own goals to how wella
player hit a penalty kick and then the biggest
bangers of the tournament, we willhave you
covered.
Here are the best of the best, updated after
Australia's shocking 2-0 win over Türkiye
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The U.S. currently leads the FIFA World Cup in
goals scored

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Longtime GOP Sen. Mitch McConnell 84,
has been admitted to the hospital. The cause
of his hospitalization and condition are not
known. https://t.co/6sjVvBydMs

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A plane crash near an airport about 65 miles
south of Kansas City, Missouri,is believed to
have killed all 12 people aboard, authorities
say. https://t.co/SZyroqqllF

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Russian President Vladimir Putin held a phone
callwith US President Donald Trump, during
which he congratulated him on his 80th
birthday and discussed bilateral relations
between Moscow and Washington, according
to the Kremlin. https://t.co/hamfdsWO0G

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Trump urges lsrael not to strike Lebanon after
an attack on Beirut with the US and Iran 'so
close' to an agreement. Follow live updates
https://t.co/JOCYi6WRZB

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British anti-lslam activist Tommy Robinson
said he was detained at Heathrow Airport
and had his phone seized, after a week when
he posted heavily online about racist and
ant-immigrant riots in Northern lreland
https://t.co/wfLzlATMBW

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At 28, Myles Smith has become one of
Britain's biggest breakthrough artists in recent
years.
Here's how he turned his therapy notes into a
debut album: https://t.co/z7gaHziG25

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A teenager was shot and buses destroyed
during chaotic scenes in New York City that
mared jubilant celebrations for the Knicks'
historic NBA championship win
Read more: https://t.co/GcrrSHCJDI

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The Human Rights Association has urged the South African government to prosecute vigilante groups targeting foreign nationals in xenophobic attacks.

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Thousands rally in Rome, Italy for rival pro- and anti-migration marches

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The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees says it is concerned about the ongoing anti-illegal migrant protests in KwaZulu-Natal and the rest of the country. Tune in to #eNCA, channel #DStv403

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Germany defeated Curaçao 7-1 in their World Cup opener, despite an early scare.

Curaçao scored their first-ever World Cup goal, but Germany quickly regained control and secured a dominant victory. #WorldCup2026

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Australia has joined the US and UK in warning about increased security risks for travellers to South Africa due to violent crime and unrest.

Australian authorities highlight dangers such as armed robberies, scams, and attacks targeting tourists, especially at airports and in major cities.

The advisory also warns of potential protests, roadblocks, and disruptions linked to anti-illegal immigration demonstrations, including a major shutdown planned for June 30.

Several African governments are assisting their citizens in leaving South Africa due to rising incidents of xenophobic violence and anti-immigrant sentiment.