Veteran journalist Gayle King has put an end to speculation about her future at CBS, confirming that she has signed a new contract to remain with the network. King, who has been a central figure on CBS Mornings, addressed recent rumors suggesting she might be preparing to leave the network. Instead, the broadcaster reaffirmed her…

Chinese tech giant Alibaba has revealed plans to provide $1.5 million in grant funding for African startups in 2026, aiming to support innovation and entrepreneurship across the continent’s rapidly growing technology ecosystem. The initiative will focus on empowering early-stage founders working in sectors such as e-commerce, fintech, digital services, and logistics. According to organizers, the…

The United Kingdom government is reportedly preparing to activate an “emergency brake” mechanism that would temporarily suspend or restrict student visa applications from four countries ranging from Cameroon , Afghanistan, Sudan and Myanmar as part of a broader immigration control strategy. According to officials, the move is being considered amid rising concerns over visa overstays…

Middle East aviation is gradually stabilizing as Etihad Airways and Emirates have officially resumed select international flight operations following recent regional disruptions. Both UAE-based carriers confirmed that services are restarting in phases after temporary airspace restrictions and heightened security alerts affected routes across parts of the Gulf. The airlines say safety assessments and coordination with…

Hip-hop mogul Diddy has reportedly secured a reduction in his sentence as his legal team pushes forward with an intensified appeal, marking a new chapter in the high-profile case that has drawn global attention. The Hip-Hop mogul, born Sean Combs, has had his federal prison release date adjusted, shaving weeks off his sentence as he…

The ongoing military confrontation between the United States, Israel, and Iran escalated further this week, with U.S. President Donald Trump warning that the conflict could extend for weeks or even longer as the region braces for broader retaliation. The warning came amid reports that Iranian drones struck the U.S. Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, causing…

Telecommunications giant Vodafone has announced a strategic partnership with Amazon to use satellite technology to connect mobile network masts across Europe and Africa, marking a major step toward expanding reliable internet coverage in underserved regions. The collaboration will leverage Amazon’s Project Kuiper, a low-Earth orbit satellite initiative designed to deliver high-speed broadband connectivity globally. Through…

The NASA is preparing to make history by sending the first Black astronaut and the first female astronaut to the Moon, marking a major milestone in space exploration and representation. The historic mission forms part of NASA’s Artemis Program, an ambitious initiative aimed at returning humans to the lunar surface for the first time since…

Africa’s richest businessman Aliko Dangote has secured a major $1 billion partnership agreement with a Chinese engineering firm aimed at accelerating industrial and infrastructure expansion across seven African countries. The deal, signed under the Dangote Group, is expected to support large-scale investments spanning manufacturing, cement production, energy development, and industrial processing facilities across key markets…

World football governing body FIFA has reportedly convened emergency discussions following escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, raising concerns over potential disruptions to upcoming international football competitions, including preparations linked to the FIFA World Cup. The crisis talks come after recent military escalations involving the United States, Israel, and Iran, which have heightened global…