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1. Naval chief commends Otti for institutional support Punch · 27 Oct 2026

   The Chief of the Naval Staff has commended Abia State Governor, Alex Otti, for his institutional support towards infrastructural development at a naval col Read More: https://punchng.com/naval-chief-commends-otti-for-institutional-support/

2. Nigerian man to attempt Guinness World Record in pedicure marathon Punch · 27 Oct 2026

   A Nigerian pedicurist, Olusanya Samuel, known as Sam Pedicures, is set to attempt a Guinness World Record for the longest pedicure marathon by an individual. The Anatomy graduate from FUOYE, Samuel is scheduled to undertake the 48-hour marathon from October 29 to 31, 2026, at Njay Beauty Spa &…

3. Jigawa people will suffer if PDP loses 2027 polls – Chieftain Punch · 27 Oct 2026

   A PDP chieftain, Umar Danjani, has warned that Jigawa people will face hardship and regret if the party loses the 2027 general elections in the state. Read More: https://punchng.com/jigawa-people-will-suffer-if-pdp-loses-2027-polls-chieftain/

4. OJK urges Gen Z to beware of financial risks in digital age Antara · 27 Oct 2026

   The Financial Services Authority (OJK) urged young people on Tuesday to beware of financial risks from heavy digital ...

5. Nuclear watchdog approves 10-year lifespan extension for Kori units 3, 4 Korea Times · 27 Oct 2026

   The country's nuclear watchdog decided Tuesday to extend the operational life of two nuclear reactors located on the country's southeastern coast by an additional 10 years. The approval by the Nuclear Safety and Security Commission (NSSC) came four years after the Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP)…

6. Korea chases global top 100, but world's leading universities take different paths Korea Times · 27 Oct 2026

   SINGAPORE, LONDON, SEOUL — Breaking into the world’s top 100 has become a common ambition among Korean universities. However, the world’s leading university ranking agencies have a surprising response for institutions chasing higher positions: Stop chasing the rankings. "The dog should wag the tail…

7. Instant photo kiosk featuring President Lee set to open at presidential house annex Korea Times · 27 Oct 2026

   An instant four-cut photo kiosk will open at an annex of the presidential house in Seoul, allowing visitors to take photos with images of President Lee Jae Myung, his office said Tuesday. The photo booth will go into service at Sarangchae, a public pavilion annexed to Cheong Wa Dae on Wednesday…

8. If Burnham bounce survives the budget an early election could be on the cards The National · 27 Oct 2026

   There is a lot more at stake than trying to boost the public purse in the UK’s budget statement. Westminster is increasingly convinced that, should Labour maintain its lead in the polls after John Healey delivers his autumn budget, Andy Burnham will call a general election. In theory, he does not…

9. Hesburger's first Italian restaurant opens doors in Matera Yle · 27 Oct 2026

   With the opening of an Italian outlet, the Finnish fast food chain now operates in 10 different countries across Europe.

10. US-Brokered Truce Begins in Ukraine City Occupied by Russia Asharq Al-Awsat · 27 Oct 2026