May 10, 2025 — International Desk In a dramatic turn of events, India and Pakistan have agreed to an immediate ceasefire following several days of escalating military tensions. The announcement was made by U.S. President Donald Trump, who claimed credit for brokering the peace deal through overnight talks. Taking to his social media platform Truth…
May 10, 2025 – Travel Desk In a major boost for Nigerian travellers, a valid Schengen visa now grants access to 27 European countries, making European travel easier and more affordable. Whether you’re heading abroad for tourism, business, education, or family visits, once you have a Schengen visa from any member state, you can freely…
Vatican City | May 8, 2025 In a historic development, Robert Francis Prevost has been elected as the new pope, becoming the first American to lead the Catholic Church. Chosen by cardinals from around the world in a secret conclave, he has adopted the papal name Leo XIV, succeeding Pope Francis, who passed away last…
Tech billionaire and philanthropist Bill Gates has announced he will give away nearly all his wealth—an estimated $200 billion—by 2045, leaving just 1% for personal use, as he plans to shut down the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. In a heartfelt post on his blog Gates Notes, the Microsoft co-founder stated that the globally renowned…
Bitcoin has surged past the $100,000 mark for the first time since February, driven by renewed investor confidence following a major trade deal between the United States and the United Kingdom. The world’s largest cryptocurrency touched a high of $109,241.11 on Thursday, echoing its January 20 peak—the same day U.S. President Donald Trump was inaugurated…
Africa’s political landscape has seen the rise of several young and ambitious leaders—some through military coups, others via elections. These leaders, often emerging in times of crisis, shaped their nations in profound and lasting ways. Here’s a look at five of the youngest presidents in African history who rose to power before turning 30. 1….
In a historic breakthrough, the United Kingdom and India have concluded a major free trade agreement, marking one of Britain’s most significant trade deals since Brexit. Finalized on Tuesday, the deal was shaped amid growing global trade tensions, particularly following tariff hikes under former U.S. President Donald Trump. This new UK-India free trade pact, years…
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated he may extend the June 19, 2025, deadline for China-based ByteDance to divest its U.S. TikTok assets — but only if a deal to sell the app is still in progress. Speaking in an interview on NBC’s Meet the Press with Kristen Welker, Trump revealed he has a…
For many Nigerians, the cost of obtaining a visa is often the first major obstacle when planning international travel. However, several Asian countries offer relatively affordable visa fees, making global adventures more achievable. Here are six Asian countries with the lowest visa costs for Nigerian travellers: 5. Thailand – ₦65,000Thailand offers an e-visa for ₦65,000….
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) have jointly requested a 90-day extension from the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia to finalize the release of documents related to a historic drug investigation allegedly involving Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. This development was disclosed in a joint status…
