Amid regional upheavals, Gulf states are asserting their influence and betting on a vast economic transformation. The Gulf ’s six oil-rich monarchies are typically spared the Middle East’s most violent conflicts. But Iran’s retaliatory strike on a US military base in Qatar in June reawakened existential fears that the polished …

A Nigerian monarch, Oba Joseph Oloyede, has been sentenced to four years in prison for his role in a $4.2 million COVID-19 relief fund fraud In the wake of the conviction, Prince Gbenga Joseph Oloyeda has been approved as the new Apetumode of Ipetumode by Governor Gboyega Oyetola of Osun …

Hardware company Plaud.ai has released its new physical notetaker, the Plaud AI Pro, on Wednesday. The notetaker, priced at $179, comes two years after the original Plaud Note was released, and a year after the company released an AI Pin. For people who haven’t seen one, the Plaud Note is …

In the nearly three weeks since President Trump deployed federal troops and law enforcement agents throughout Washington, D.C., a CBS News analysis of crime data shows violent crime is down in Washington by almost half when compared to the same 19 days in 2024. The analysis, reviewing every crime incident …

High-end wellness resorts, clinics, and spas are part of ambitious national development programs in Saudi Arabia and its neighbors. According to the medical journal The Lancet, the Gulf Cooperation Council countries, along with the rest of the Middle East and North Africa, will lead the world in youth obesity by …

Technology giant Google has launched its 2026 internship programmes, targeted at young people, including Nigerians The company has about 60 internship schemes spread across the world, including Nigeria, and is aimed at boosting careers The schemes have mouthwatering stipends and certifications at the end of the programme to help participants …

Confession time: My household owns two cars, one with leather and one with “leather.” The former feels amazing, the latter … well, let’s just say it’s not fooling anyone. Based on the samples currently sitting on my desk, leather alternatives don’t have to feel so artificial or be so harsh …

AN Oasis gig descended into chaos as a brutal fight kicked off in the crowd in Toronto.  The Britpop legends arrived in Toronto for the reunion tour, but mid way through the show, a brawl broke out.  6 An Oasis gig descended into chaos as a brutal fight kicked off …

A Manchester United player is allegedly dating the ex-girlfriend of Real Madrid Star Kylian Mbappe Mbappe and his former girlfriend met for the first time in Greece around 2021, and broke up three years later The ex-lover of the World Cup winner has been linked to one of his former …

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Paige Lorenze, the fiancée of American tennis star Tommy Paul, reflected on her relationship with the competitor on Monday as the U.S. Open began. Lorenze posted a video on her TikTok page showing herself having a beverage just outside one of the …

A thunderstorm in Adamawa State has killed one person and left several others injured in Demsa Local Government Area The storm, accompanied by heavy flooding, destroyed homes, washed away farmlands and displaced families in Mbula and neighbouring communities Survivors and local leaders are calling on government and aid organisations to …

National Examinations Council (NECO) has announced a landmark shift to computer-based testing, beginning with the 2025 SSCE External The Council has issued strict technical and security guidelines for CBT centres, signalling a nationwide overhaul of exam infrastructure The digital transition aligns with the Federal Government’s broader plan to fully adopt …

Beijing — China said Wednesday that it would not participate in denuclearization talks with the United States and Russia, after President Trump said he hoped to include Beijing in negotiations. Mr. Trump on Monday said the United States was trying to pursue denuclearization with both countries. “I think the denuclearization is …

Gospel singer Ebuka Songs has finally bowed to pressure following the criticism that trailed his controversial livestream with TikTok star Peller Ebuka Songs publicly declared an apology to everyone who was offended by his actions in and after his video with Peller Legit.ng recalls reporting that Pastor Kesiena Esiri had …

MANCHESTER UNITED have reportedly slashed the asking price for Kobbie Mainoo ahead of transfer deadline day. The midfielder is open to a fresh start away from Old Trafford to gain more game time. 3 Kobbie Mainoo could be sold before the end of the transfer windowCredit: Alamy 3 Ruben Amorim …