Written by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vowed Friday in an angry UN address to block a Palestinian state, accusing European leaders of pushing his country into “national suicide” and rewarding Hamas. Netanyahu, who said his speech was being partially broadcast on Israeli military loudspeakers in Gaza, vowed to “finish the job” against Hamas even as President … Continue reading “Palestinian State Would Be ‘National Suicide’ For Israel — Netanyahu”
The National Pension Commission (PenCom) has raised the minimum threshold for Pension Fund Administrators (PFAs) and Pension Fund Custodians (PFCs), from ₦2 billion to ₦20 billion. In a circular titled “Revised Minimum Capital Requirements for Licensed Pension Fund Administrators and Pension Fund Custodians”, PenCom stated that PFAs with Assets Under Management (AUM) of ₦500 billion … Continue reading “PenCom Increases Capital Requirement For PFAs To ₦20bn”
The US State Department said Friday it would revoke the visa of Colombia’s leftist President Gustavo Petro for his “incendiary actions” during a pro-Palestinian street protest in New York. “Earlier today, Colombian president @petrogustavo stood on a NYC street and urged US soldiers to disobey orders and incite violence,” the State Department said in a … Continue reading “US To Revoke Colombian President’s Visa Over ‘Incendiary Actions’”
King Charles III, head of the Church of England, and Queen Camilla will make a state visit to meet Pope Leo XIV for the first time at the Vatican next month, Buckingham Palace said Saturday. “Their Majesties The King and Queen will undertake a State Visit to the Holy See in late October 2025,” … Continue reading “King Charles III To Visit Vatican In October”
The Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria says it has commenced an investigation regarding a video currently circulating on social media alleging impersonation during one of its examinations. ICAN, in a statement signed by its Registrar/Chief Executive, Lanre Olasunkanmi, said the move became necessary following a viral video showing suspected proxies caught impersonating candidates … Continue reading “ICAN Investigates Alleged Exam Malpractice, Taraba Commissioner Denies Impersonation Claims”
The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Ogun State Command, has reaffirmed its commitment to the protection of critical national assets and infrastructure across the state and country, stressing the need for synergy among other sister security agencies, residents, and communities in achieving the goals of securing vital installations This was the thrust … Continue reading “Civil Defence Calls For Synergy To Safeguard Critical National Assets”
Two migrants died overnight while trying to cross the Channel to Britain, French authorities said Saturday, adding that some 60 others had been rescued. The incident occurred south of the beaches of Neuchtel-Hardelot, when about 100 people were trying to get to the UK on a makeshift boat. About 60 people “are currently being … Continue reading “Two Die As 100 Migrants Attempt To Enter UK On Make-Shift Boat”
ESPN’s NBA top-100 list is peak offseason content. During a time in the NBA when just about the only news happening is Jonathan Kuminga’s ongoing contract dispute with the Golden State Warriors, a list of the 100 best players in the league is a good way to both preview the season and engage fans in … Continue reading “NBA’s 4 most overrated players, based on ESPN’s top-100 list”
Ahead of the upcoming Singapore Grand Prix, McLaren Formula 1 Team and Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Whiskey announced a “multi-year extension” of the global partnership between the two brands. As part of the collaboration, Jack Daniel’s will continue as an Official Partner of the McLaren F1 Team, and initiatives such as limited-edition bottles and Jack’s Garage … Continue reading “McLaren F1 and Jack Daniel’s extend global partnership”
This offseason, 48 WNBA players will play in Unrivaled, the professional 3-on-3 basketball league that Napheesa Collier and Breanna Stewart co-founded last year. Some players, as per usual, will head overseas for offseason basketball. But, there’s also a third option: Athletes Unlimited (AU). AU is a month-long league taking place in Nashville in features 40 … Continue reading “5 WNBA rookies will play in Unrivaled offseason alternative — including former UConn star”