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admin6 January 2025

Indonesia has officially commenced President Prabowo Subianto’s extensive free meal initiative, aiming to provide meals to over a quarter of the population. On its opening day, the program served 570,000 people, marking the start of a significant national effort. Despite being a cornerstone of Prabowo’s election campaign, the rollout was subdued, with no formal launch […]

admin6 January 2025

China has launched a comprehensive national plan to address the surging prevalence of dementia, which officials warn is becoming a significant societal issue, posing serious challenges to the well-being of the elderly and their families. The initiative comes as the country faces a rapidly aging population, with projections indicating that the number of people aged […]

admin5 January 2025

The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has issued a warning to Nigerians, including healthcare professionals, about a counterfeit version of the cancer treatment drug, Phesgo 600mg/600mg/10ml, bearing the batch number C5290S20. According to NAFDAC, the alert follows a report from a doctor at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH-NSIA), who […]

admin5 January 2025

A student from Ekiti State University (EKSU) has alleged that police officers in Lagos extorted ₦150,000 from him and his friends during a stop-and-search operation at Ojota. The student, who shared his experience online but chose to remain anonymous, claimed the officers became aggressive after discovering cryptocurrency applications on his phone. In his account, the […]

admin5 January 2025

China announced on Sunday a series of 15 measures aimed at accelerating the development of its western provinces, focusing on enhancing logistical infrastructure, including ports and aviation hubs. The initiative, reported by state media, was unveiled by the General Administration of Customs. The measures aim to integrate various transportation modes rail, air, river, and sea […]

admin4 January 2025

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Tech giant Apple has agreed to pay $95 million (£77 million) to settle a lawsuit accusing the company of eavesdropping on users through its virtual assistant, Siri. The case alleged that some Apple devices recorded conversations without user consent and shared the recordings with advertisers to target ads. Despite the settlement, Apple denies any wrongdoing. […]

admin4 January 2025

A major fire outbreak engulfed the Sokoto Kara Market earlier today, destroying grains, essential commodities, and timber products. The cause of the fire remains unknown, but the state government has swiftly mobilized emergency services to contain the blaze and ensure no loss of lives. This incident adds to the troubling trend of recurring fire outbreaks […]

admin3 January 2025

Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has called for a comprehensive national inquiry into the UK’s ongoing “rape gangs scandal,” following controversy surrounding a recent decision by Home Office minister Jess Phillips. Phillips rejected Oldham Council’s request for a government-led inquiry into historic cases of child sexual exploitation, suggesting the council should take the lead on the […]

admin3 January 2025

Peter Obi, the Presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, has denied any current merger agreement between the LP and other opposition parties, such as the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP). Addressing newsmen in Abuja, Obi refuted speculations that the LP had entered into […]

admin2 January 2025

In a significant step toward environmental sustainability, Nigeria will now require applicants for oil licenses and permits to demonstrate a commitment to low-carbon emissions and renewable energy initiatives. This new policy, effective immediately, was announced by Gbenga Komolafe, Chief Executive of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), on Tuesday. The policy aligns with Nigeria’s […]