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2027: ‘No Political Office Worth Blood Of Innocent Nigerians’ – Analyst Warns
A security affairs analyst, Abdullahi Bakoji Adamu, has called for strict punishment for politicians who sponsor, fund or encourage political violence ahead of the 2027 general elections. Adamu warned that political thuggery, especially in Kano State and other parts of Northern Nigeria, should no longer be treated as ordinary youth restiveness but as a major
Who Controls Osun Political Streets? By Comrade Ajanlekoko Fidipote
A frequent question in the minds of analysts, both locally and nationally, is: who controls Osun political streets? Who among the various parties holds the handles of the 30 local governments and the area council? Several perspectives are popping up, from ill-informed postulations to outright propaganda...
Alyansa political party vows no negative campaigning
LAOAG CITY, Ilocos Norte —The administration-backed Alyansa para sa Bagong Pilipinas vowed to refrain from doing negative campaigning and instead focus on delivering what kind of platform they can offer. During a press conference just before the campaign kickoff at the Ilocos Norte Centennial Arena here on Tuesday...
Amid political challenges, joy: Jill and Joe Biden to become great-grandparents
Naomi Biden, the daughter of Joe Biden’s troubled son Hunter, is expecting her first child. First Lady Jill Biden announced the news at an event on women’s health at the White House read more President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden pose for a photo with their granddaughter, Naomi, and her husband Neal. Image
‘This is a political campaign’ – Micheál Martin hits out at Paddy Cosgrave and The Ditch website in fiery defence of Niall Collins
This is a political campaign' - Micheál Martin on Niall Collins controversy...
“Our political system not fragmented” – Tinubu replies “critics of Nigeria”
The president-elect, Bola Tinubu, on Thursday said Nigeria’s political system is intact. POLITICS NIGERIA reports that in an article titled ‘Nigeria: At the Cusp of Renewed Hope’, the APC chieftain said the impressive showing of “new parties” in the February 25 presidential election “underscores the dynamic strength of our democracy”...
The political realities that make a national TikTok ban tricky
The U.S., Canada, and a number of European governments in recent months have stepped up efforts to impose restrictions on TikTok, ratcheting up pressure on the Chinese-owned app even as U.S.-China relations have grown increasingly strained.Driving the news: L…
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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
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Grant Cardone Stacks Another 10.5 Bitcoin From July Rent Cash Flow, Keeping Holdings Above 2,700 BTC
Real estate mogul Grant Cardone said Cardone Capital added another 10.5 BTC from July property cash flow, bringing his total keep somewhere around 2,700 BTC. Key Takeaways Cardone Capital added 10.5 BTC from July real estate cash flow, bringing total to more than 2,700 BTC. Grant Cardone targets 3,000 BTC in 2026 and 10,000 BTC
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Morgan Stanley Completes E*Trade Crypto Rollout With 50 Basis Point Fees: Here’s What Clients Get
Morgan Stanley’s E*Trade finished rolling out spot bitcoin, ether and solana trading to U.S. clients on July 16, undercutting rivals with a 50-basis-point fee as Wall Street’s crypto race accelerates. Key Takeaways E*Trade now offers spot BTC, ETH and SOL trading 24/7, with Zerohash handling custody and settlement. Morgan Stanley’s 50-basis-point fee undercuts Coinbase and
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Glassnode: Bitcoin Tests Key Resistance as Macro Narrative Evolves
Bitcoin reacted more strongly than major equity markets to softer US inflation, highlighting a growing sensitivity to macro liquidity conditions. On-chain data suggests selling pressure from long-term holders is easing while buyers absorbed much of June’s decline. The short-term holder cost basis near US$69,000 (AU$100,050) is emerging as the next major resistance, with stronger spot
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Crypto.com Secures $400M Investment From Citadel Securities at $20B Valuation
Global market maker Citadel Securities has invested $400 million in crypto exchange Crypto.com, giving the platform a $20 billion valuation, according to a Thursday announcement. Crypto.com, which has a number of digital asset products, said the cash would help the Singapore-based company expand its services to assets such as blockchain-based securities and derivatives. The cash