President Joe Biden, on Saturday signed a government funding bill, averting a shutdown that threatened to disrupt critical services and leave federal workers without pay during the holiday season. The last-minute agreement followed a whirlwind of negotiations and political brinkmanship, sparked by interventions from President-elect Donald Trump and billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk. The federal government’s…
The Federal Government has inaugurated a state-of-the-art electronic gate (E-gate) at the departure wing of Murtala Muhammad International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos. The groundbreaking initiative, spearheaded by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, was officially unveiled during a ceremony on Friday. The introduction of the E-gate is a significant milestone in the…
A merger between Honda, Japan’s second-largest automaker, and Nissan, the third-largest, would create a global auto powerhouse.
Google has proposed an alternative solution to the U.S. Department of Justice’s (DOJ) demand to sell its popular Chrome browser as part of a significant antitrust crackdown. The tech giant, on Friday filed a 12-page proposal suggesting restrictions on its licensing practices, rather than a forced breakup, to address concerns over its dominance in the…
The latest defense package includes military equipment, services, and training provided by the U.S. Department of Defense.
Former head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Rodrigo Rato has been sentenced by a Madrid court to nearly five Years for corruption. The Madrid court sentenced the 75-year-old to four years, nine months, and one day in prison after finding him guilty of corruption, tax offenses, and money laundering. This latest conviction marks a…
Kyiv on Friday, the Ukrainian capital woke to the deafening sound of missile strikes—a grim reminder of the ongoing conflict that has gripped the region for nearly three years. Russian missiles targeted the heart of the city, claiming at least one life, injuring several others, and leaving a trail of destruction that extended to diplomatic…
Russian President Vladimir Putin expressed his willingness to engage in negotiations over the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Speaking during his annual televised question-and-answer session on Thursday, Putin indicated that he is open to discussions with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump and the Ukrainian authorities, signaling potential shifts in diplomatic strategies. Putin’s remarks came as a response…
New Delhi is set to host the Para Athletics World Championships from 26 September to 5 October 2025 at the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. This marks the first time India will host the prestigious event, recognized as the largest single Para sport event in the world. The decision by World Para Athletics (WPA) positions India…
Asian shares hit fresh three-month lows on Friday as investors braced for pivotal U.S. inflation data, fueling anxiety over high price pressures. The financial world is on edge, awaiting the release of the Core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) index, a critical inflation measure that could shape expectations for U.S. Federal Reserve policy in the coming…
