North Korea Denies Involvement in $6.3 Billion Binance Crypto Heist, Calls US Accusation Political Provocation

North Korea has rejected allegations by the United States that it was responsible for a cryptocurrency theft worth approximately $6.3 billion from Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. Kim Yo Jong, the sister of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, dismissed the accusation as “absurd rhetoric” and described it as a serious political provocation against…

FG Establishes Federal Fire and Rescue Service, Expanding Emergency Response in Nigeria

The Federal Government is making plans to transform Nigeria’s emergency response system by replacing the existing Federal Fire Service with a more comprehensive Federal Fire and Rescue Service. The proposed reform will be backed by a new Federal Fire and Rescue Service Act, which is expected to expand the agency’s responsibilities beyond fighting fires to…

Nigeria Opens 40 Oil and Gas Blocks to Investors as NUPRC Targets Global Investment

Nigeria is stepping up efforts to attract fresh investment into its oil and gas industry, with the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) preparing to open bidding for 40 oil and gas blocks under its 2026 licensing round. The Commission’s Chief Executive, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, announced that the digital bidding portal will officially open on November…

US and Iran Reportedly Make Nuclear Concessions as Talks Advance Over Frozen Assets

The United States and Iran have reportedly made concessions on key nuclear issues and the release of frozen Iranian assets, raising hopes of progress in diplomatic efforts to ease tensions between the two countries. According to reports published on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, Washington has approved a draft memorandum of understanding presented to Tehran by…