British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has announced that he will step down as both Prime Minister and leader of the Labour Party, bringing an end to a leadership period that saw Labour return to power after 14 years in opposition. Speaking outside Downing Street, Starmer described his election victory two years ago as the…
A Rwandan digital platform is transforming the way potatoes are bought and sold by connecting farmers directly with buyers, reducing unnecessary middlemen, and ensuring fair prices for both producers and consumers. The platform, known as Murika App, was introduced by Murika Firms with support from the Rwanda Agriculture and Animal Resources Development Board (RAB) through…
John Bolton, who served as National Security Adviser during President Donald Trump’s first administration, is expected to plead guilty to a charge related to the mishandling of classified information, according to sources familiar with the case. Sources told ABC News that Bolton is expected to plead guilty to one count of illegal retention of sensitive…
A new online privacy concern has gained attention on social media. Posts claim that hackers can extract fingerprints from photos, especially selfies where people make peace signs, and use artificial intelligence to recreate biometric data. The claims have generated thousands of reactions online. Some users expressed concerns about AI and privacy, while others said they…
A new study from University College London suggests that grouping students by ability can improve outcomes for high performing pupils without negatively affecting those with lower attainment. The research, conducted by the university’s Institute of Education and supported by the Education Endowment Foundation, examined how different teaching approaches influence student progress in mathematics. For years,…
The United Arab Emirates has announced it will leave OPEC and its extended alliance OPEC+ next month, ending nearly six decades of membership. Officials say the move will allow the country to increase oil production and respond more flexibly to global energy demand. The decision follows years of investment aimed at expanding production capacity. Energy…
As artificial intelligence continues to transform economies across Africa, leaders are calling for a shift in how women participate in the digital economy. At a recent forum organized by MTN Group, participants emphasized that women’s inclusion must go beyond access and translate into real influence over decision making. The intergenerational dialogue brought together global and…
Artificial intelligence is rapidly becoming part of everyday consumer behavior. A new research report from PYMNTS Intelligence shows that more than half of U.S. adults now use AI tools for personal tasks such as planning trips, managing finances, shopping, and organizing daily activities. The study indicates that AI adoption has moved beyond experimentation. Many consumers…
Showmax, the African streaming platform operated by MultiChoice Group, will shut down after 11 years of operation. The decision follows the acquisition of MultiChoice by French broadcaster Canal Plus in a deal valued at about 3 billion dollars. The Showmax board approved the closure as part of a broader cost reduction strategy aimed at improving…
Artificial Intelligence is no longer a futuristic concept. It powers chatbots, image creators, music generators, smart assistants and productivity tools used daily by millions of people. However, despite its growing presence, many still misunderstand how AI actually works. This guide explains what AI is, how modern AI tools function, and how to use them effectively…
Breakthrough case reported Doctors have successfully used an external artificial lung system to keep a critically ill patient alive for 48 hours after removing both lungs, according to a case published this week in the journal Med. The temporary support allowed doctors enough time to perform a double lung transplant, marking a rare and significant…
Miners killed in Dnipropetrovsk region At least twelve miners have died following a Russian drone strike in eastern Ukraine, according to DTEK, the country’s largest private energy company. DTEK said a drone struck a bus carrying workers home after their shift in the Dnipropetrovsk region on Sunday. At least seven other people suffered injuries in…
New claim emerges A second woman has alleged that Jeffrey Epstein arranged for her to travel to the United Kingdom for a sexual encounter with Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, previously known as Prince Andrew. The woman’s lawyer said Epstein sent her to the UK in 2010. She claims she spent a night with Mountbatten-Windsor at Royal Lodge…
Gates denies allegations Microsoft co founder Bill Gates has denied claims made by the late financier Jeffrey Epstein that he contracted a sexually transmitted disease from “Russian girls.” A spokesperson for Gates described the allegations as “absolutely absurd and completely false.” The response followed the release of new documents linked to the Epstein investigation. Why…
Kylian Mbappé struck a hat-trick and reached 60 Champions League goals as Real Madrid eased past Kairat Almaty in Kazakhstan. The France captain opened the scoring from the penalty spot early on after goalkeeper Sherkhan Kalmurza clattered into Franco Mastantuono. He doubled his tally in the 52nd minute, racing onto Thibaut Courtois’ long ball before…
Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o, the celebrated Kenyan writer and decolonial scholar, passed away on May 28 at the age of 87. To honor his legacy, we spoke with Charles Cantalupo, a prominent scholar of Ngũgĩ’s work, to reflect on the lessons he imparted. Who Was Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o? Ngũgĩ wa Thiong’o was a towering figure in…
MetaMask, a leading self-custodial crypto wallet, is launching a new payment card backed by Mastercard, allowing users to spend their cryptocurrency directly from their wallets. The metal card is a collaboration with CompoSecure and Baanx, offering an alternative to using centralized exchanges for everyday transactions. The key differentiator of the MetaMask card is its ability…
