Category: NEWS
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In a major leadership shake-up at one of the world’s most influential tech and entertainment companies, Asha Sharma has been appointed Executive Vice President and CEO of Microsoft Gaming, succeeding longtime industry figure Phil Spencer as he retires after nearly four decades with the company. The transition announced on February 20, 2026 marks a new…
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Rapper Lil Poppa born Janarious Mykel Wheeler has died at the age of 25, officials confirmed on February 18, 2026 in Fulton County, Georgia. The Fulton County Medical Examiner’s Office says the cause and manner of his death are still under investigation, with no official determination released yet. Lil Poppa rose from Jacksonville’s hip-hop scene…
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Africa Hall of Fame: Power 100 Why Aliko Dangote Defines Scale, Power and Africa’s Industrial Future A Different Definition of Power In the global hierarchy of influence, wealth alone is no longer the ultimate marker of power. True power lies in the ability to shape economies, control supply chains and redefine the future of entire…
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Dorna Sports, the long-time commercial rights holder for MotoGP, has officially rebranded itself as the MotoGP Sports Entertainment Group, marking a strategic shift in how the organisation thinks about motorcycle racing and global spectator engagement. The new name reflects a move beyond simply managing race operations toward presenting MotoGP as a comprehensive entertainment platform one…
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Legendary civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has died at the age of 84, his family announced, marking the passing of one of the most influential figures in the American struggle for justice, equality and human rights. Jackson’s death was confirmed by his family and the organisation he founded, the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, which said he…
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Legendary Oscar-winning actor Robert Duvall has died at the age of 95, his wife Luciana Pedraza Duvall announced, marking the end of one of the most enduring and respected careers in Hollywood history. Duvall passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by love and comfort, according to the statement shared on social media by his…
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Africa’s richest man, Aliko Dangote, has amassed an estimated net worth of $31.9 billion, according to Bloomberg, solidifying his position as the continent’s most successful industrialist. Unlike many of today’s global billionaires whose fortunes are rooted in technology, Dangote’s wealth is firmly anchored in real-sector industries—a strategy that has reshaped Africa’s economic landscape. At…
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Africa is estimated to hold more than $5 trillion worth of gold resources, with over $1 trillion still untapped, according to the Africa Finance Corporation. This vast reserve base positions the continent as one of the most strategically important players in the global gold market. At a time when central banks around the world are…
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Nigeria has issued a strong advisory cautioning its citizens about deceptive military recruitment schemes allegedly targeting Africans for deployment in the ongoing Russia–Ukraine conflict. According to Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, several Nigerians have been lured abroad under false pretences, only to be pressured or misled into signing military contracts and subsequently deployed to active…
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R.Kelly reportedly been placed in solitary confinement as federal officials investigate an unusual situation unfolding behind bars. The beleaguered R&B singer, who is currently serving decades-long sentences, has been moved to the Special Housing Unit at FCI Butner Medium I in North Carolina. According to TMZ, his attorney, Beau Brindley, says the isolation stems from…