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N10Billion Scandal: Labour Unions Accuse ICPC Of Suppressing Corruption Case Against National Librarian
According to the unions, one of the latest petitions before the ICPC involves the alleged illegal sale of government properties by the management of the National Library of Nigeria without due process and without approval from the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP). The Coalition of the Nigeria Union of Public Service Reportorial, Secretarial, Data Processors
Jordan’s USD 9 billion investment set to unlock new hospitality growth
Rita Ghantous Rita Ghantous is a hospitality aficionado and a passionate writer with over 9 years’ experience in journalism and 5 years experience in the hospitality sector. Her passion for the performance arts and writing, started early. At 10 years old she was praised for her solo performance of the Beatles song “All My Love”
₦16 billion per year: Ademola Lookman makes decision on next club, amid transfer tussle
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Ademola Lookman celebrates goal for Super Eagles (Photo credit: X)
Super Eagles attacker Ademola Lookman has informed Atalanta that he wants to join Fenerbahce...
1 Billion Followers Summit 2026 set for Dubai with 15,000 creators and global platforms
Dubai will host the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit from January 9, 2026, as the UAE continues to position itself at the forefront of the global creator economy. Held under the patronage of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the three-day
ASML to Invest $1.5 Billion in Mistral, the French A.I. Start-Up
ASML, the Dutch maker of semiconductor equipment, is investing about $1.5 billion in Mistral, the French A.I. start-up...
BOI unveils N2 billion fund to empower NYSC members with business loans
The Bank of Industry (BOI) has launched a N2 billion entrepreneurship programme aimed at providing affordable loans to members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) as part of broader efforts to tackle youth unemployment and promote small business growth. The post BOI unveils N2 billion fund to empower NYSC members with business loans appeared
$15 Billion Floodwalls Are Sinking. Satellite Maps Show New Orleans’ Silent Collapse
New Orleans is slowly sinking — and in some spots, the drop is startling. A Tulane University study using two decades of satellite radar data reveals parts of the city, its wetlands, and even billion-dollar post-Katrina floodwalls are losing up to two inches of elevation each year. ...
FTX Repays $5 Billion in Second Round as Market Eyes Altcoin Season
Bankrupt crypto exchange FTX has kicked off its second round of repayments to creditors, disbursing over $5 billion to individuals and entities with approved claims. This follows the firm’s initial payout of $1.9 billion and marks a major step in the collapsed exchange’s bankruptcy proceedings. Will FTX Payout Spark a Potential Market Rally? In a
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Madison Square Garden Sues Wired for Defamation Over Coverage of Leaked Celebrity Database
Photo Credit: Andrew Nyr / CC by 4.0 Madison Square Garden is filing a defamation suit against Wired for alleged defamation over the outlet’s coverage of the leaked MSG celebrity database. Madison Square Garden Entertainment is suing Advance Magazine Publishers, the publisher of Wired, over the outlet’s coverage of a leaked MSG database containing the
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RugOne Xlink 7 review: A sophisticated rugged 4G walkie-talkie for populated wilderness, but not truly remote regions
TechRadar Verdict I can’t fault the execution of the RugOne Xlink 7, because the device ticks all the boxes for toughness and reliable communications. My issue is with 4G comms, which, by definition, make this device unsuitable for remote locations. Pros + Rugged and compact + Global 4G group calling + Impressive accessory bundle +
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Interview: Dan Cherowbrier, CTO, Formula E
Lots of digital leaders must keep multiple plates spinning. After all, being a successful technology chief in the modern era means ensuring nothing falls crashing to the floor. Yet for Dan Cherowbrier, chief technology officer (CTO) at Formula E, the number of plates is bewildering. “It’s the most unique job you could ever imagine, because
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NatWest signs up to quantum trial for fraud detection
The retail bank is one of 11 organisations testing quantum technologies as part of Digital Catapult’s quantum technology access programme By Cliff Saran, Managing Editor Published: 17 Jul 2026 12:05 Eleven organisations, including NatWest, have joined Digital Catapult’s Quantum Technology Access Programme (QTAP), delivered in collaboration with the National Quantum Computing Centre’s (NQCC) SparQ programme.
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Bitcoin reclaiming its $69,000 holder cost basis could open XRP’s path to $1.26
Bitcoin’s move toward $69,000 would put XRP near $1.20, with renewed strength against BTC opening a path toward $1.26. Jul. 17, 2026 at 11:35 am GMT 3 min read Glassnode says Bitcoin’s $69,000 short-term holder cost basis is the next recovery test for the market and XRP. If Bitcoin reclaims it, XRP could hold near