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China has announced a strategy to enhance the opening of its service sector.

On Friday, China unveiled a strategy aimed at further liberalizing its service sector, which includes plans to eliminate restrictions on foreign equity ratios for app store services. This initiative is part of China's efforts to attract increased foreign investment in its rapidly growing services sector, coinciding with government commitments to enhance service consumption as a means of bolstering the economy amidst escalating trade tensions with the United States. The strategy broadens the ra

Business China

Esther Ige

Apr 18, 2025 — 2 min read

Ukraine says it has finalized the framework of a minerals agreement with the United States.

On Thursday, Ukraine announced that it had finalized the foundational aspects of a minerals agreement with the United States, although specific details of the preliminary arrangement have not yet been disclosed. Yulia Svyrydenko, Ukraine’s Minister of Economic Development and Trade, stated that both parties had signed a "memorandum of intent," which serves as the groundwork for an agreement anticipated to facilitate the joint development of Ukraine's natural resources by both nations. “We are

People Politics

Esther Ige

Apr 18, 2025 — 2 min read

Justin Bieber addresses the misconceptions surrounding his purported financial debt.

Justin Bieber's representatives have stated that the “unnecessary stories and inaccurate assumptions” currently being circulated about the Canadian pop star are unfounded. On Wednesday, The Hollywood Reporter released an article titled “Justin Bieber’s Crisis of Faith? Why Fans, Insiders Are Concerned,” which featured a former team member alleging that the 31-year-old artist was burdened with millions in debt following the cancellation of his Justice World Tour in 2022. In response, Bieber's t

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Esther Ige

Apr 18, 2025 — 3 min read

Former Radio 2 news presenter and DJ Colin Berry has passed away at the age of 79.

Colin Berry, the former newsreader and presenter for BBC Radio 2, has passed away at the age of 79. Berry was a prominent figure on Radio 2 from the early 1970s until the early 1990s, where he hosted various programs, including early morning and late-night shows such as Night Ride and You and the Night and the Music. He frequently filled in for daytime hosts, including the renowned Sir Terry Wogan, and served as a presenter on BBC Three Counties Radio from 2004 to 2019. Additionally, he was w

Entertainment Colin berry dies

Esther Ige

Apr 18, 2025 — 1 min read

Tinubu announces a national emergency regarding food security.

On Monday, President Bola Tinubu announced a national emergency regarding food security, calling for the enhancement of irrigation infrastructure and collaborative water resource management across the country. This declaration was made during the opening of the 6th African Regional Conference on Irrigation and Drainage in Abuja, where he was represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume. He encouraged African countries to implement innovative approaches to tack

People Politics

Esther Ige

Apr 15, 2025 — 2 min read

Investors caught unprepared by big drop in U.S. dollar, corresponding increase in euro because of Trump tariffs

In the midst of the recent turmoil in financial markets, a notable development has surprised many investors — the significant decline of the U.S. dollar alongside the appreciation of the euro. The U.S. dollar index has dropped to its lowest point in three years following President Donald Trump's implementation of a sweeping new tariff policy on April 2, experiencing an additional decrease of 0.65% earlier on Monday. Conversely, the euro exhibited volatility on Monday, reducing its gains agains

Business

Esther Ige

Apr 15, 2025 — 2 min read

Lil Nas X hospitalized due to partial facial paralysis

Rapper and artist Lil Nas X has disclosed that he is experiencing a sudden partial paralysis of his face. In an Instagram post from the hospital, he informed his 10.4 million followers that he has 'lost control' of the right side of his face. 'This is me doing a full smile right now, by the way,' he stated in a video, struggling to grin. 'Bro, I can't even laugh right.' In a subsequent post, Lil Nas X reassured his fans that he was 'OK' and encouraged them to 'stop being sad.' 'Shake ur ass f

Entertainment Facial paralysis

Esther Ige

Apr 15, 2025 — 3 min read

Mbappe at the Forefront of Real Madrid's Comeback Effort Against Arsenal

The Gunners secured a 3-0 advantage after overpowering the defending champions in London last week during the first leg of the quarter-finals, prompting Madrid to yearn for the kind of remarkable comeback for which the 15-time champions are famous. Recovering from a three-goal loss would represent a greater achievement than anything Los Blancos have accomplished to date, which is precisely why they have pursued Mbappe for several years. The dynamic prowess of the French superstar instills opti

Football Sports

Esther Ige

Apr 15, 2025 — 2 min read

Meghan experienced a 'rare and frightening' condition following childbirth.

The Duchess of Sussex has disclosed that she experienced a "rare and frightening" medical condition following the birth of one of her children. In the inaugural episode of her podcast, Confessions of a Female Founder, Meghan shared that she was diagnosed with post-partum pre-eclampsia after giving birth. She characterized the experience as a "huge medical scare" and mentioned that she had to cope with the situation privately, without the public being aware of her struggles. Meghan, who has tw

Entertainment Childbirth

Esther Ige

Apr 9, 2025 — 2 min read

US Airline Catches Fire Following Diversion to Denver, Resulting in 12 Injuries

According to local media, the airliner reported that there were 172 passengers and six crew members on board. All passengers were successfully evacuated from the aircraft; however, 12 individuals were transported to hospitals with minor injuries, as stated by Denver International Airport in a social media update on platform X. Dramatic footage circulated on social media depicted thick smoke enveloping the jet on the tarmac near the terminals, with passengers seen standing on a wing as emergenc

World News Denver

Esther Ige

Mar 14, 2025 — 1 min read

Liverpool's Alexander-Arnold Excluded from League Cup Final Due to Injury

Alexander-Arnold sustained an injury during the second half of Liverpool's penalty shoot-out loss to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League round of 16 at Anfield on Tuesday. The absence of the 26-year-old poses a significant challenge for Liverpool manager Arne Slot, who will be without a recognized right-back for the upcoming match against Newcastle at Wembley on Sunday. Both Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez, the typical replacements for Alexander-Arnold, are currently in recovery from their

Football Sports

Esther Ige

Mar 14, 2025 — 1 min read

Aaron Goodwin of Ghost Adventures initiates divorce proceedings after allegations that his wife tried to kill him.

Aaron Goodwin is embarking on a new phase in his life. The star of Ghost Adventures has initiated divorce proceedings against his wife, Victoria Goodwin, just one week following her arrest for allegedly attempting to hire a hitman to take his life. According to documents obtained by People, Aaron filed for divorce in Clark County, Nevada, on March 12, which was six days after Victoria's arrest. The 48-year-old cites as grounds for the divorce that the couple's “views, tastes, likes and dislik

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Esther Ige

Mar 14, 2025 — 2 min read