Russian Claim Of Cancer Vaccine Challenges Biden’s Cancer Moonshot Initiative
President Joe Biden’s ambitious “Cancer Moonshot” goal of halving cancer deaths in 25 years might face competition, as Russian officials claim to have developed a groundbreaking cancer vaccine set to be freely available by 2025. During his tenure, Biden aimed to transform cancer from a fatal disease into a manageable condition. However, according to Russian […]
Nigerians Paid N2.23 Trillion in Ransoms to Kidnappers Between May 2023 and April 2024- NBS
The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) has reported that Nigerians paid a total of N2.23 trillion as ransom to kidnappers between May 2023 and April 2024. According to the NBS’s latest Crime Experience and Security Perception Survey released on Tuesday, 65 percent of households affected by kidnapping paid ransoms to secure the release of their […]
Vinícius Jr Wins Best Men’s Player at The Best FIFA Awards 2024
Vinícius Jr. has been crowned the Best Men’s Player at The Best FIFA Awards 2024, beating out strong competition to claim the prestigious title. The Brazilian star, who plays for Real Madrid, secured 48 points in the voting, ahead of Manchester City’s Rodri (43 points) and teammate Jude Bellingham (37 points). This victory comes as […]
Oritse Femi Makes a Statement by Shopping at ZTTW After Rahman Jago’s Criticism
Oritse Femi has responded to Rahman Jago’s public criticism of his fashion choice by visiting Zlatan’s ZTTW store to buy his clothes. This move comes after Rahman Jago called out Oritse Femi for wearing a fake High Fashion designer outfit. Zlatan Ibile, the owner of ZTTW, had previously expressed a more laid-back attitude towards celebrities […]
UK Updates Financial Requirements for Student, Tourist, and Work Visas in 2025
The UK government has revised financial requirements for student, tourist, and work visa applicants starting in 2025 to address rising living costs. Students must now demonstrate £1,400 per month for living expenses in London (previously £1,334) and £1,100 outside London (up from £1,023) for nine months, along with proof of the first year’s course fees. […]
Mykhailo Mudryk Suspended After Failing Doping Test
Chelsea winger Mykhailo Mudryk has been provisionally suspended after a doping test revealed an “adverse finding,” the club announced on Tuesday. The 23-year-old Ukrainian reportedly provided the sample during routine testing conducted by the Football Association (FA). “Chelsea Football Club can confirm that the Football Association recently contacted our player, Mykhailo Mudryk, concerning an adverse […]
Senate Bill to Ban Use of Foreign Currency in Nigeria Passes First Reading
A bill seeking to prohibit the use of foreign currencies for transactions in Nigeria has passed its first reading in the Senate. Titled A Bill for an Act to Alter the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, No. 7, to Prohibit the Use of Foreign Currencies for Remuneration and Other Related Matters, the legislation is […]
Rema Makes History as First African Artist to Go Platinum in Norway
Afrobeats star Divine Ikubor, popularly known as Rema, has made history in Norway by becoming the first African artist to achieve platinum status in the country. His hit song Calm Down, featuring Selena Gomez, earned the milestone and recently surpassed 1 billion views on YouTube. Announcing the achievement on Monday, December 16, Album Talks shared […]
Davido Set to Make History at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with 50 Cent and Mary J. Blige
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Davido is poised to achieve a monumental milestone in his career as he prepares to headline a historic concert at London’s iconic Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on July 3, 2025. Davido will share the stage with American rap legend 50 Cent and R&B icon Mary J. Blige, promising an unforgettable night of music. […]
Bovi Ugbomma Defends Gentle Parenting Approach Amidst Backlash
Comedian Bovi Ugbomma has responded to criticism over his comments on gentle parenting. After revealing that his son breaks televisions when angry, Bovi faced backlash over his approach to discipline. In a recent post on his X account, Bovi acknowledged that his phrase “for the fun of it” triggered angry reactions. He clarified that he […]