Today: November 22, 2024
Consumer prices in the United States rose by 3.5% from a year ago in March, surpassing economists’ expectations and indicating a notable acceleration in inflation. The latest data, released by the Labor Department’s Bureau of Labor Statistics on Wednesday showed the growing…
South Africa’s Electoral Court ruled that former President Jacob Zuma can run for office in the upcoming general election, overturning an earlier decision that had barred him from contesting the polls. The decision paves the way for Zuma to run for president…
Tigran Gambaryan, a Binance Holdings Ltd. executive who was detained in Nigeria after being invited by the government, has been sent to prison ahead of his trial in May. Gambaryan, head of financial compliance at Binance, faces charges of tax evasion and…
The United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) announced a new rule that extends the work permit duration for some foreign workers. This change aims to help immigrants who are allowed to work in the U.S. not to lose their jobs while…
The Zimbabwean government has rolled out a new digital currency backed by gold reserves. Set to launch on April 8, 2024, the ZiG (Zimbabwean Investment Gold) is a daring gambit to tame rampant inflation and restore confidence in the nation’s monetary system.…
On Monday, April 8th, the celestial heavens will put on a breathtaking display as a total solar eclipse graces the skies over North America. This rare cosmic event, when the Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun, will create a…
Bronny James son of NBA icon LeBron James, is keeping everyone guessing about his future despite recent reports suggesting he was set to enter the transfer portal. The USC freshman, who was once a highly sought-after recruit, has had a tumultuous start…
Uganda Constitutional Court on Wednesday stood firm on its decision to uphold one of the world’s harshest anti-LGBTQ laws, despite widespread international condemnation and the suspension of funding from global institutions. The law, known as the Anti-Homosexuality Act 2023, has faced widespread…
Within the Nigerian music industry, renowned artists like Wizkid and Burna Boy are distancing themselves from the widely used label “Afrobeats.” Wizkid, whose real name is Ayodeji Balogun, recently made headlines by declaring his departure from the Afrobeats genre, echoing sentiments expressed…
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved an $8 billion loan to aid Egypt’s economic revival with an immediate disbursement of $820 million. The approval of the loan is part of an effort to support Egypt’s economy due to external conflicts and…
