Lagos Governor’s Belt winner, Abdulafeez ready to storm the world
The winner of the concluded Lagos Governor's belt, Abdulafeez said he is ready to storm the world and take up new challenges his position will expose him to.…
It’s time to change revenue sharing formula – Fayemi
Kayode Fayemi, governor of Ekiti and Chairman of Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF), says it’s time for revenue sharing formula to change.…
Pope Francis urges families to put away phones at mealtimes
The pope has urged people to put their smartphones aside — and reconnect with their families. The Catholic leader cited Jesus, Mary and Joseph as leading examples for families to follow.…
China jails scientists for CRISPR gene-edited babies
A court has found Chinese scientist He Jiankui guilty of illegal medical practice. He had claimed credit for genetically engineering twins resistant to HIV in a controversial procedure.…
After fundraiser, NGO buys zoo to “free” animals
After being bought by an NGO, the Pont-Scorff zoo is set to be transformed into a wildlife rehabilitation centre. Rewild, a coalition of seven associations, collected €650,000 in a fundraiser and has…
US drinkers hopped up for IPA beers
In bars across the United States, one product -- whether in bottles or on tap -- has become an absolute necessity for maintaining "cool" status: India Pale Ales (IPAs).…
Mars 2020 rover to seek ancient alien life
The Mars 2020 rover, which sets off for the Red Planet next year, will search for traces of ancient life from a billion of years ago.…
Sudan and rebels agree plan to end Darfur conflict
The government and rebel groups agreed to discuss power-sharing and returning millions of people who were displaced. The agreement was hailed as an "important step" towards achieving lasting peace in Darfur.…
Tear gas, water tanks and violence in Chile demonstration
Chileans demonstrate against President Sebastian Piñera's government in what they called "The last march of the year". The demonstration was not authorized and protesters were dispersed with water tanks and tear gas.…
French oyster farm vies for UNESCO recognition
Cancale in the bay of Mont Saint-Michel in northern France may already be famous for its oyster farms. But now the town is dreaming of recognition on the UNESCO heritage list.…