French media giant looks to Africa for revival
On a muddy side-street in Abidjan, Alex Ogou directs his cast of young locals in a TV drama about gangsters in Ivory Coast that French media giant Vivendi hopes will help revive…
NYC Mayor de Blasio calls mailed bombs an ‘Act of Terror’
New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio speaks at a news conference about the potential explosive devices sent to President Barack Obama, former Democratic presidential nominee Hillary Clinton and CNN's New York…
Senate confirms Buhari’s Federal Civil Service Commission nominees
Senate confirms Buhari's Federal Civil Service Commission nominees.…
Tackling the road safety challenges in Lagos
Despite a law restricting movements, articulated vehicles have continued to be a source of terror to Lagos residents, especially, those plying the Otedola bridge axis.…
Ireland set to hold vote on blasphemy laws
Voters will be asked to decide whether blasphemy laws should be removed from the Irish constitution. Blasphemy is still considered a serious crime that carries heavy penalties – although no one has…
Suspensions for Conor McGregor and Khabib Nurmagomedov extended
UFC fighters Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor have their suspensions extended by the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Wednesday (October 24).…
Greece jolted by powerful quake but virtually unscathed
A powerful quake of magnitude at least 6.4 struck off western Greece early on Friday (October 26), earthquake monitors said, causing slight damage but no casualties in a tremor felt as far…