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A High Court in Sokoto State, presided over by Justice Muhammad Nuraddeen Bello, convicted and sentenced three defendants—Yusuf Muhammad (a Nigerien alias Sallau), Jabbi Alhaji Yalle, and Kabiru Muhammad—to death by hanging for terrorism-related offenses and illegal arms trafficking. The convicts were arrested by the Department of State Services Counter-Terrorism Unit for cross-border criminal activities involving arms supply to Boko Haram, including 15 AK-103 rifles and over 1,400 rounds of ammunition. The court also ordered the forfeiture of all monetary exhibits recovered from them to the Federal Government.

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A video circulated on X showing a man alleged to be Nigerian openly distributing drugs from a car with a clearly visible license plate in Ekurhuleni, South Africa.

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FC Bayern Munich has reached an agreement with Eintracht Frankfurt to sign 23-year-old left-back Nathaniel Brown for a €55m fee, consisting of €50m fixed plus €5m in add-ons. Brown agreed personal terms weeks ago and will sign a five-year contract until 2031. The transfer was confirmed by Fabrizio Romano and Plettigoal.

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The Electoral Commission of South Africa launched its national campaign for the 2026 Local Government Elections, set for November 4, under the slogan 'Get Up. Show Up. Vote.' IEC leaders like Chairperson Mosotho Moepya emphasized it as essential for democracy, while Deputy Chairperson Janet Love expressed excitement about young voters joining in amid a new political landscape of coalitions. Citizens can register online at registertovote.elections.org.za, at IEC offices weekdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., or at stations during the June 20-21 weekend, with the drive focusing on boosting turnout for key local services like water, roads, and safety.

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At Johannesburg's Gallagher Convention Centre, choral performances filled the air as the IEC kicked off its push for voters to step up for the November 4 polls.

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The 64th successor of Hokuto Shinken from Fist of the North Star arrived as the last DLC for Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves Season Pass 2, announced in March 2026 and released in June for PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X/S, and PC. Update 2.2.0 brings his fast, debilitating Hokuto Shinken moves—like 748 max damage strings—plus a new Stirring Ruins stage and Fist of the North Star-themed music and menus. Content creators shared wild combo videos and memes at EVO 2026, where he's playable in the demo area amid tournament hype, though not yet legal for brackets.

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Kenshiro's pressure-point strikes and sky-high combos lit up EVO Vegas screens, with creators calling him a total game-breaker right after his early access drop.

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Heavy rains from a stationary front, boosted by tropical storms Mekkhala and Higos, brought record downpours to Osaka on June 26, with Mount Ikoma logging 76.5 mm per hour. Streets turned into rivers, prompting Level 4 flood alerts, evacuations, stranded vehicles, and over 200 flight cancellations, though no deaths were reported. Videos showed remarkably clear floodwater, sparking global comments praising Japan's infrastructure like quick-draining streets and proactive alerts compared to other places.

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A young boy in swim trunks grinned while wading knee-deep through a flooded residential street, only for his mom to pull him back to safety.

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The four-time major champion extended her flawless run at the German grass-court event, not dropping a set in three matches after beating Magdalena Frech and Elise Mertens earlier. Osaka broke early and reeled off 15 straight points to seize control against the No. 19-ranked Alexandrova, crediting her deep groundstrokes and smart play. She faces China's Xinyu Wang in Friday's semifinal, her first grass semi since 2018, as she builds momentum for Wimbledon next week.

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Naomi Osaka dismantled Ekaterina Alexandrova 6-2, 6-2 in just 59 minutes, firing seven aces and 24 winners with pinpoint precision.

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A small but influential hardline faction in Iran is intensifying efforts to sabotage potential negotiations with the United States during a critical stage. President Donald Trump has claimed divisions within the Islamic Republic, fueling discussions around internal Iranian dynamics.

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Fans of Netflix's upcoming adaptation of *The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo* are championing Thai GL stars Lena Lorena Schuett and Miu Natsha Taechamongkalapiwat for the leads, drawn to their resemblance and chemistry from the 2025 series *My Safe Zone*. The pair reposted TikTok edits styling themselves as the characters, complete with dramatic poses and quotes, which boosted excitement among their global GumberBears fandom. While no casting is confirmed and the actresses describe their bond as a complementary friendship, parallels to Evelyn and Celia's hidden romance keep the idea alive as *My Safe Zone* Season 2 approaches.

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Lena and Miu, best friends with eight years of history, share the same birthday and an on-screen spark that has fans picturing them as Evelyn Hugo and Celia St. James.

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The Economic Freedom Fighters summit starts at 9 a.m. tomorrow, May 28, 2026, at the Maslow Hotel in Pretoria's Time Square Casino. It draws African Union and Pan-African Parliament members to tackle liberation, unity, and economic hurdles, tying into Africa Day's nod to the 1963 founding of what became the African Union. Malema's message stirs support for pan-African goals like free movement alongside pushback from critics citing job losses and immigration strains in South Africa.

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Julius Malema calls out 'Africa we are one' as his party prepares a summit blending continental dreams with homegrown economic fights.

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Siobhán Kearney and another woman blocked people trying to kick Bouchaker, with Kearney repeatedly saying, 'We're not savages,' as testified in his ongoing trial for the November 23, 2023, attack that left a five-year-old girl non-verbal and wheelchair-bound. Brazilian healthcare worker Eder Arantes Dos Santos confirmed seeing the women protect the attacker after he disarmed him, while cyclist Warren Donohue punched Bouchaker to stop him and was called 'extraordinarily brave' by the judge. Bouchaker, a 52-year-old naturalized Irish citizen from Algeria who has lived in Ireland for 25 years, denies three counts of attempted murder and other charges; the trial before Mr Justice Tony Hunt continues.

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In the chaos after Riad Bouchaker allegedly stabbed three young children outside a Dublin school, two women stepped in to form a protective circle around him on the ground.

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The Economic Freedom Fighters summit starts at 9 a.m. tomorrow, May 28, 2026, at the Maslow Hotel in Pretoria's Time Square Casino. It draws African Union and Pan-African Parliament members to tackle liberation, unity, and economic hurdles, tying into Africa Day's nod to the 1963 founding of what became the African Union. Malema's message stirs support for pan-African goals like free movement alongside pushback from critics citing job losses and immigration strains in South Africa.

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Julius Malema calls out 'Africa we are one' as his party prepares a summit blending continental dreams with homegrown economic fights.

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Gauteng imposed soft water restrictions this week as reservoirs hit critical lows and Rand Water urged cutbacks to avoid collapse. At a provincial meeting, MEC Jacob Mamabolo praised Ekurhuleni as the 'water champion,' spotlighting EFF councillor Thembi Msane's efforts in slashing non-revenue water losses below 28% and boosting storage with new towers. The recognition sparked a rivalry, with ANC's Fikile Mbalula claiming party credit and EFF leaders like Msane pushing back for acknowledgment of their delivery in the coalition government. Despite the praise, some Ekurhuleni residents in areas like Thembisa report ongoing outages.

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While Gauteng battles low reservoirs and water outages, Ekurhuleni stands out for keeping taps flowing steadier than anywhere else in the province.

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A post from @greggislocallfc stating 'Just had the Saka sauce at Nando’s and started limping' garnered over 10,000 likes. The tweet references Arsenal player Bukayo Saka's walking style and Nando’s limited-edition Saka sauce, sparking widespread discussion and Arsenal-Liverpool rivalry banter.

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The President of the Inkatha Freedom Party, Velenkosini Hlabisa, announced that the IFP will not support the Motion of No Confidence against President Cyril Ramaphosa. He stated that the IFP is not opportunistic and prefers to await the conclusion of the ongoing Impeachment Process.

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Mmusi Maimane, leader of BOSA, was elected as the first President of the African Alliance for Freedom and Progress (ADAFP), an organization comprising 45 political parties from 25 African countries. Maimane addressed the organization's goals and objectives during the event. ADAFP committed to advancing democratic governance and launching strategic initiatives.

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South Africa's YFM radio station rolls out a refreshed schedule starting April 1, featuring DJ Shimza's Afro house show from 9 p.m. to 10 p.m. Saturdays, alongside new hosts like Munaka for lifestyle chats and Karen Mthethwa in mid-mornings. DJ Sliqe and Roiii take over 'The Agenda' on Sundays, while DJ Zan-D and Dimpho Makgotho have left. Listeners cheer the mix of stars and newcomers but question giving big slots to established names over fresh youth talent.

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DJ Shimza is heading back to YFM, the station that launched his career, with his global 'Karma Karma Radio' show now in a prime Saturday slot.

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