Ancient Foragers In Indonesia Used Psychoactive Betel Nuts 25,000 Years Ago, Predating Alcohol
Scientists in Indonesia found evidence of betel nut use by foragers 25,000 years ago, pushing back the known history of psychoactive drug use.
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Nigerian Navy Seizes 71kg Cannabis, Arrests Three Suspects In Kogi Riverine Operation
The Nigerian Navy arrested three suspects and seized 71kg of suspected cannabis along the River Niger in Kogi State, handing them over to the NDLEA.
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Cannabis Factory Uncovered In Former Bhs Store: Two Jailed Over £1.3 Million Drug Operation In Slough
Two men have been jailed for cultivating £1.3 million worth of cannabis in a hidden factory inside a former BHS store on Slough High Street.
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Child Mauled By Alligator In Florida Nature Reserve, Prompts Warnings Against Prohibited Swimming
A child was rushed to a Florida hospital after an alligator attack in a restricted nature reserve. Authorities warn against swimming in off-limits areas.
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Astronomers Uncover 'Hypersoft X-Ray Sources' In Distant Galaxies, Offering Clues To Cosmic Mysteries
Astronomers have discovered 84 'hypersoft X-ray sources' in distant galaxies, emitting low-energy X-rays and intense UV, potentially solving cosmic mysteries.
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Dangote Refinery IPO Ignites Nigerian Capital Market: A Historical Overview And Future Prospects
Dangote Refinery's IPO is sparking renewed interest in Nigeria's capital market, potentially becoming Africa's largest share sale and transforming investment.
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NDC Plans Grassroots Funding For 2027 Election Campaign, Seriake Dickson Speaks On Political Finance Reform
The NDC plans to fund its 2027 election campaign through ordinary Nigerians, challenging the influence of wealthy political financiers.
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Sdp Presidential Candidate Adebayo Praises Wike's Work Ethic But Would Restrict Public Comments
SDP's Adewole Adebayo praises FCT Minister Nyesom Wike's work ethic but states he'd restrict his public comments if Wike served in his government.
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Kano Social Media Commentator Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu Reported Death Threats Weeks Before Murder
Kano social media commentator Ibrahim Khalil Dan Shagamu reported death threats weeks before his murder. Police link the killing to neighbourly envy, not online activity.
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Diphtheria Explained: Symptoms, Transmission, Risks, And Prevention Strategies For Nigerians
Learn about Diphtheria: its symptoms, how it spreads, who's at risk, and vital prevention strategies for Nigerians, including vaccination and hygiene.
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