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Zara Lianne14 May 2025

In a historic move, the Scottish Parliament has given initial approval to a bill that would legalise assisted dying for terminally ill adults. The Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill passed its first vote on May 13 with 70 MSPs in favour and 56 against. If passed into law, the bill will allow […]

Zara Lianne13 May 2025

Following widespread concerns over the conduct and outcome of the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME), the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) has reportedly enlisted the help of education technology specialist and CEO of Educare, Alex Onyia, to lead an independent review of the exam. Reports emerged of numerous technical issues and incomplete test […]

Zara Lianne13 May 2025

U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday signed a sweeping executive order aimed at reducing prescription drug costs by aligning them with the prices paid in other countries. The order sets a 30-day deadline for pharmaceutical companies to meet targeted price reductions, warning that additional measures will follow if “meaningful progress” is not achieved. While the […]

Zara Lianne13 May 2025

Samsung Electronics unveiled its slimmest flagship model to date, the S25 Edge, on Tuesday, featuring advanced artificial intelligence capabilities. The company aims to capitalize on the growing demand for more portable smartphones, particularly among consumers in their 20s and 30s. Analysts believe the timing of the launch is a strategic move to stay ahead of […]

Zara Lianne13 May 2025

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The British government has announced a reduction in the graduate visa route, cutting the duration from two years to 18 months, effectively limiting the time international students can remain in the UK after completing their studies. In addition, the government has extended the qualifying period for foreign nationals to apply for indefinite leave to remain, […]

Zara Lianne13 May 2025

The management of Maryam Abacha American University of Nigeria (MAAUN) has announced the immediate closure of the Al-Ansar Indabo female student hostels, located on Hotoro and UDB Road in Kano, due to safety and disciplinary concerns. The university’s Vice President for Campus Life, Dr. Hamza Garba, made the announcement on Monday in an official statement. […]

Zara Lianne12 May 2025

South African food giant Tiger Brands has taken a major step toward resolving the long-standing legal battle stemming from the 2017–2018 listeriosis outbreak. On Monday, the company announced a proposed settlement to compensate victims affected by the deadly foodborne disease. Background on the Outbreak The listeriosis outbreak, one of the most severe in global history, […]

Zara Lianne12 May 2025

European stock markets rallied on Monday following a breakthrough agreement between the United States and China to reduce tariffs on each other’s goods. The deal, which introduces a 90-day pause on most existing tariffs, has raised hopes that a full-blown trade war may be avoided. Key Developments: Tariff Reductions Announced: Under the new agreement, the […]

Zara Lianne12 May 2025

In a positive development for global trade relations, the United States and China have agreed to a deal that will significantly reduce the import tariffs both countries have imposed on each other’s goods. This agreement, set to last for 90 days, marks a temporary pause in the ongoing trade tensions between the world’s two largest […]

Zara Lianne12 May 2025

The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has elected Professor Chris Piwuna as its new National President, marking a significant leadership transition within Nigeria’s foremost academic union. The announcement was made at the union’s 23rd National Delegates Congress held at the University of Benin in Edo State. Prof. Piwuna, a consultant psychiatrist and the Dean […]

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Scottish Parliament Moves Closer to Legalising Assisted Dying

JAMB Invites Tech Expert Alex Onyia to Review 2025 UTME Over Mass Failure, Glitches

Trump Targets Big Pharma with Global Price Match Order

Samsung Unveils Slimmest Flagship Model, S25 Edge, with Advanced AI Features

UK Plans to Reduce Graduate Visa Duration and Tightens Immigration Rules

MAAUN Shuts Down Al-Ansar Indabo Female Hostels Over Safety and Disciplinary Issues

Tiger Brands Offers Compensation to Listeriosis Victims in Landmark Settlement Proposal

European Markets Surge as U.S.-China Tariff Deal Boosts Investor Confidence

US and China Reach Agreement to Temporarily Cut Tariffs for 90 Days

Prof. Chris Piwuna Elected New ASUU National President

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