…Faas, recalled how Matheson was the first person to respond when he needed help moving fireworks ahead of the Pioneer Day holiday. "He showed up with his oldest son and jumped right in, just like he had for our shows over the last several years," Faas said. Faas revealed the last text he sent to Matheson was, "Thanks f…

…lives or property. The command warned against reckless driving, shooting firearms or fireworks, brandishing dangerous weapons, destruction of public or private property, violent street processions and provocation of political opponents. "Anyone found taking advantage of the post-election period to commit crimes or caus…

A viral post claimed the fireworks at the 2026 FIFA World Cup final were pre-set in Argentina's colours, despite Spain winning the trophyThe post, shared by human rights advocate Zara Quinn, gathered over 5.2 million views within hours of being published on July 20, 2026The claim has reignited debate about whether the…

…of the executive-led anti-graft probe. The development has triggered fierce political fireworks, with former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar, and the African Democratic Congress, ADC, blasting President Tinubu's directive to the ICPC, arguing that the Presidency cannot act as "judge and jury" in a monumental scandal whe…

***Court awards N100m fine against ADC chieftain over suit against judges By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA - The Court of Appeal in Abuja will today hear substantive appeals seeking to set aside the judgment that ordered the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, to deregister African Democratic Congress, ADC, and…

…had a word for the veterans that were here. He makes us proud to be American.” A huge fireworks display began after the speech. Trump has said it will set a record as the world’s largest. Americans braved a scorching heatwave in cities across the east of the country to celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the De…

…along with flyovers by military jets and what he has billed as the world's biggest fireworks display. For Trump - the billionaire former reality TV star who became the consummate political showman - taking center stage is in his blood. - 'Really long speech' - But America under Trump is deeply divided at what should be…

…along with flyovers by military jets and what he has billed as the world's biggest fireworks display. For Trump - the billionaire former reality TV star who became the consummate political showman - taking center stage is in his blood. "Trump likes the spotlight, and I think he's trying to take the spotlight," Peter Lo…

…his conduct as "judicial impertinence" and "judicial rascality." Yet beyond the legal fireworks lies a much deeper story. The courtroom drama has opened a wider national conversation about the independence of the judiciary, the shrinking political space ahead of the 2027 elections, the powers of INEC, and whether Niger…

Coventry play champions Arsenal in Premier League openerImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Coventry City won the Championship last seasonByPaul BattisonBBC Sport journalistPublished19 June 2026Newly promoted Coventry City will travel to champions Arsenal in the first match of the 2026-27 Premier League season.The…