July 24, 2025
Barcelona Cancel Japan Friendly Over ‘Serious Contractual Breaches’
FC Barcelona have cancelled their upcoming pre-season friendly against Japan’s Vissel Kobe, citing “serious contractual breaches” by the event’s promoter. The Spanish club issued a statement on Wednesday confirming their withdrawal from the match, which was scheduled for Sunday, July 28. “Barcelona announces that it has been obliged to suspend its participation in the game […]
Senate Begins Annual Recess, Sets September 23 for Resumption
The Nigerian Senate has entered its annual recess, following months of legislative engagements and deliberations on national issues. The break, which officially began on Thursday, will last until September 23, 2025, when plenary sessions are expected to resume. This development was confirmed during the day’s sitting at the National Assembly complex in Abuja, after a […]
Supreme Court Declines to Arrest Bolsonaro Over Social Media Ban
The Brazilian Supreme Court has decided not to take former President Jair Bolsonaro into custody for now, despite his potential violation of a social media ban. Justice Alexandre de Moraes described the incident as “isolated” and opted against an arrest warrant, warning that future violations would culminate in his arrest. De Moraes has overseen a […]
UK and India Sign Landmark Free Trade Agreement
The United Kingdom and India have signed a historic free trade agreement, marking a significant milestone in their economic partnership. The deal, valued at £25.5 billion ($34.4 billion), aims to boost trade between the two countries and strengthen their strategic relationship. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer hailed the agreement as a “landmark moment” for both […]
American Airlines Restores Forecast Amid Economic Uncertainty
American Airlines has restored its full-year outlook despite economic uncertainty continuing to impact domestic consumer demand in the travel industry. The airline expects an adjusted loss per share of 20 cents to a profit of 80 cents per share in 2025, with the midpoint of the forecast at 30 cents per share. This contrasts with […]
US Fertility Rate Drops to New Low
The fertility rate in the United States has dropped to a new low of 1.6 children per woman, according to recent data from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). This trend continues a decline in birth rates that has been ongoing for nearly two decades. Despite the declining fertility rate, the US […]
Saudi Arabia Pledges $6.4 Billion to Support Syria’s Reconstruction
Saudi Arabia has signed significant investment and partnership deals with Syria, valued at $6.4 billion, to support the country’s post-war reconstruction. The investment is part of a broader effort to help Syria recover from nearly 14 years of civil war. Saudi Investment Minister Khalid Al-Falih announced the signing of 47 agreements and memoranda of understanding […]
Tinubu Urges APC Governors to Boost Grassroots Development
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has urged governors elected under the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to redouble their efforts in bringing governance closer to the people and accelerating development at the grassroots. The President issued the charge during the 14th National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the party, held on Thursday at the […]
Troops Repel Boko Haram, ISWAP Attacks, Kill Commander, Cameraman
Nigerian military forces have successfully repelled coordinated midnight attacks by Boko Haram and Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) terrorists targeting Monguno town and Bitta community in the volatile Lake Chad region. The swift and decisive response by troops resulted in the deaths of several insurgents, including a senior terrorist commander, as well as the […]
Nigeria 4th in African Startup Funding – H1 Report
Nigeria has slipped to fourth place in African startup funding for the first half of 2025, as South Africa reclaimed its position as the continent’s top investment destination, raising a record $344 million, according to a new report by Africa: The Big Deal. The six-month analysis revealed that South Africa accounted for 24% of the […]