“Child A tried to get up, and Ms Brown grabbed Child A by the forearm and lifted him up about 40 to 50 centimetres off the ground,” the decision reads. “She then put him down forcefully on the bed.”While crying out “in pain”, Brown told him he needed to go to sleep and “stop being silly”. 'I want to slap you, but I'm not allowed to'In another incident, Brown threatened to slap a child who wouldn’t go to sleep. Brown told him he couldn’t come out until he calmed down. ADVERTISEMENTThreatened to punch colleagueOn one occasion, she threatened to punch another teacher “in the head” over a roster dispute.

November 01, 2023 19:23 UTC

The late American singer, songwriter, and dancer, Michael Jackson, has topped Forbes’ list of the 13 highest-paid dead celebrities with an estimated $115 million in earnings. This was revealed in the 2023 annual ranking of the highest-paid dead celebrities, which was made available by Forbes on Tuesday, October 31. Michael Jackson returned to the No. The legendary King of Pop, Michael Jackson, tragically passed away on June 25, 2009. Michael Jackson – $115 million2.

November 01, 2023 17:57 UTC

Lafarge Africa Plc, a leading sustainable building solutions company, has introduced an electric vehicle truck to its supply chain fleet. Under the ‘Accelerating Green Mobility’ strategy, Lafarge Africa is aiming to substantially reduce the carbon footprint within its supply chain, the company said in a statement. The Chief Executive Officer of Lafarge Africa Plc, Lolu Alade-Akinyemi spoke at the EV truck launch in the company’s Ewekoro factory, celebrating a significant milestone in their sustainability journey. The CEO said the introduction of Nigeria’s first heavy goods electric vehicle truck demonstrates Lafarge’s dedication to innovation and environmentally responsible practices. He remarked that the EV truck offers quieter, smoother, and safer operations, enhancing efficiency and customer experience while contributing to a healthier planet.

November 01, 2023 11:34 UTC

Toyota has revealed a new Lexus concept car designed to travel approximately 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) on a single charge. The auto leader plans to launch this vehicle by 2026, aligning with Toyota’s strategic shift towards electric vehicles powered by advanced battery technology. The PUNCH gathered that most standard EVs on the market usually offer a range between 150 to 370 miles (240 to 595 kilometers) on a full charge. The LF-ZC concept car showcased at the Japan Mobility Show recently, is equipped with state-of-the-art “prismatic, high-performance” batteries, the auto giant noted in a statement. The Nigerian government recognises the urgent need for electric vehicles to address transportation’s 62 per cent contribution to Nigeria’s greenhouse gas emissions.

November 01, 2023 02:50 UTC

The dynamic interplay between science and values is at the heart of this complicated web—a dance that has evolved and flourished for millennia, creating the very soul of the continent. Africa’s relationship with science has its roots in its rich history of indigenous knowledge systems. In the present day, the African continent is at a unique crossroads, where age-old traditions meet the pulsing rhythm of modern scientific progress. The story of Africa’s progress in science and innovation is not a linear one. The complex interplay between science and values in Africa exemplifies the continent’s varied identity.

October 31, 2023 22:27 UTC





A Congenital Malformation survivor and content creator, Mary Osabouhien, has revealed that she got married and had her first child the same year part of her right arm was amputated. In this interview with PUNCH Online, the mother of three narrates her journey before the amputation and how she’s coping with her family.

October 31, 2023 17:56 UTC

Reportedly, among the upcoming vehicles are the updated Mercedes-Benz GLA SUV, a luxury model, and potentially India's most cost-effective electric SUV, the Tata Punch EV. Here is a brief overview of what these five models have in store and their expected launch schedules. Tata Punch EVTata Motors, following the release of the Nexon EV facelift SUV in September, is now preparing for the launch of its smallest electric SUV, the Punch EV. The Punch EV has been repeatedly seen undergoing testing before its highly awaited debut. The automaker had previously announced its plans to introduce four new electric vehicles by early next year, with the Punch EV being one of them.

October 31, 2023 17:42 UTC

Police in India say they have charged a man in connection with a bomb blast at a Jehovah’s Witnesses prayer meeting that killed three people. Dozens were also injured in Sunday’s explosion at a convention centre where more than 2,000 people had gathered for a three-day meeting. He returned to India about two months ago from Dubai, the website The News Minute reported. There are nearly 60,000 Jehovah’s Witnesses in India, according to the church’s website. Jehovah’s Witnesses are members of a US-based Christian evangelical movement and are perhaps best known for knocking on doors around the world, Bible in hand, trying to convert people to their beliefs.

October 31, 2023 13:49 UTC

Well, here are a few tips about the quality of people you should date as you move on from your past sour relationships. Kind peoplePrioritise kindness in choosing who you agree to date. A kind person will treat others well just as they would treat you. Loveable peopleA loveable person is someone easy to like because they have a friendly and attractive disposition to them. If you desire to love and be loved, a loveable person is your best bet.

October 31, 2023 12:24 UTC

Terra Seasoning Cube on Monday said its innovative ‘Unwrap Joy, Unleash Taste’ campaign has achieved remarkable success, and is pleasing both consumers and industry insiders. it state that the campaign was recently awarded the prestigious “Best Marketing Campaign of the Year 2023” at the Marketing Edge Brands and Advertising Excellence Award. The Chief Marketing Officer of TGI Group, the parent company of Terra Cube, Probal Bhattacharya emphasised the campaign’s purpose. With Terra Cube, you don’t need to stress to make a scrumptious meal”A customer and seller, Chukwu Frank, affirmed Terra Cube’s unmatched quality, stating, “Terra Cube remains the best in the market. I love it.”Meanwhile, celebrity caterer Funmi Kujore attested to the campaign’s impact, revealing, “The ‘Unwrap Joy, Unleash Taste’ campaign has changed my cooking routine.

October 31, 2023 12:23 UTC

Nigerian Singer and Actress Mercy Isoyip, also known as Descushiel, has issued a heartfelt apology to Nigerians and the Police force for forgetting the lyrics of the National Anthem during the Conference for Senior Police Officers in Imo State. A video of the singer went viral on Monday after she missed the national anthem lyrics during the conference. This has gained national attention, and everyone seems to be discussing it. The video was captioned, “I sincerely apologise for the error I made during the recital of the National Anthem; I know such errors are inexcusable. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”READ ALSO FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNE

October 31, 2023 12:19 UTC

The naira commenced trading on a weaker level after trading at 1,180/$ on Monday from 1,150/$ on Friday at the parallel market. Figures obtained from AbokiFx showed that the naira was bought and sold for 1,170/$ and 1,180/$ on Monday, a difference of N30 or 2.5 per cent. The President, Association of Bureaux De Change Operators of Nigeria, Dr Aminu Gwadabe, noted that the naira strengthened to the dollar at the parallel market at the end of last week. At the Investor & Exporter forex window, naira commenced trading at 794.70/$ and hit a high of 998/$ before closing at 993.82/$ on Monday. Total turnover recorded at the official market was $88.31m on Monday, according to the FMDQ.

October 31, 2023 10:53 UTC

GNT Music has unveiled ‘You Do This One’, the latest single and video of talented and dynamic international gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. “As a standout track from her much-anticipated album ‘Overwhelming Victory’, it encourages listeners to acknowledge and celebrate every divine intervention in their lives. “With the success of projects like ‘Elevated’, and the creativity in music videos like ‘Wonder’ and ‘Confidence’, we have been receiving positive feedback for our excellent presentation of gospel music videos in the industry. “We attribute our successes to our Lord Jesus Christ. Already, the music has hit over one million views on YouTube in less than 72 hours.

October 31, 2023 10:33 UTC

It’s a pleasing narrative, but it’s also a dull and incomplete one that betrays a hindering obsequiousness in director Thom Zimny. Any rough edges that threaten to make Stallone into a more complicated – and, ultimately, compelling – figure have been dutifully sanded to a nub. As the closest he comes to allowing himself to be portrayed in anything less than a flattering light, he divulges that he regrets pouring so much time that could’ve been spent spent with family into his work. That savviness about image management works against the film as Stallone cordons off the aspects of his persona that he finds uncomfortable or disagreeable. Sly condenses that spirit of brazen self-promotion while cloaking it with faux circumspection, pitching a sanitized, often convincing commercial for Stallone as product in place of the man himself.

October 31, 2023 08:40 UTC

He said the platform was launched to improve access to transportation services, end ticket racketeering and eliminate revenue leakage. He revealed that the e-ticketing platform would take effect from November 1st, 2023 and can be accessed via https://nrc.tps.ng. “I am so happy about this project, apart from the fact that e-ticketing will end issues of ticket racketeering, it will also increase the revenue from the routes. This means by the time e-ticketing commences, there is a likelihood that our revenue will increase. The NRC DG restating his commitment to end unethical practices revealed that 14 persons have been heavily sanctioned for ticket racketeering.

October 31, 2023 06:40 UTC