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ECOWAS reaches out to Niger: Nigerian defence chief
ECOWAS reaches out to Niger: Nigerian defence chief
Dan Wootton: Met Police not prosecuting broadcaster
Dan Wootton: Met Police not prosecuting broadcaster
Driving license aids job search amidst rising motoring expenses
According to research conducted by the RAC Foundation, a valid driver's licence is currently regarded as an "essential qualification" for job applications. As the cost of operations escalates, including fuel, insurance, maintenance, repairs, and the expense of acquiring driving skills, the ability to operate a motor vehicle becomes increasingly significant when applying for jobs.
Premier League hurries club meeting to reach New Deal
On 29 February, the elite clubs of English football will reconvene with the intention of reaching a final financial agreement with their counterparts in the lower leagues prior to the introduction of legislation in parliament. Before the government publishes legislation establishing an independent football regulator, the Premier League has convened an urgent meeting of its twenty "shareholders" to attempt to finalize a significant financial settlement.
Thailand’s Chinese tourism booms when visas are lifted
Thailand's Chinese tourism booms when visas are lifted
Diet mimicking fasting could extend lives, trial shows
On average, individuals who adhered to the fasting-mimicking diet (FMD) for fifteen days aged over two years, according to the researchers' findings. Biomarkers in their bloodstreams also indicated that they had a reduced risk of developing diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and stroke [citation needed].
US bank Capital One will buy Discover Financial for $35.3bn
Richard Fairbank, founder and chief executive officer of Capital One, described the transaction as an "extraordinary opportunity to unite two exceptional companies." Fairbank said in a video statement published on the company's website on Monday, "This deal accelerates our long-standing journey to work directly with merchants, to leverage our customer base, our technology, and our data to drive more sales for the merchants and great deals for consumers and small businesses."
Five Russians charged after Lockbit cybercrime group disruption
Five Russians charged after Lockbit cybercrime group disruption
Why has North Korea become a women’s football power?
Some may be surprised to learn that North Korea is ranked among the top 10 of the world's best women's football teams, surpassing countries such as Australia and Brazil. However, the Eastern Azaleas, who are ranked tenth, will attempt to solidify their position as one of the best teams by defeating Japan in a two-legged Olympic qualification playoff next week in order to advance to the 2024 Olympics in Paris.
Elon Musk: Neuralink patient moves mouse by thinking
The initial human recipient of a Neuralink brain implant appears to have fully recovered and can now manipulate a computer mouse with their thoughts, according to Elon Musk, the founder of the company. "We are aware of neural effects, but progress is positive, and the patient appears to have made a full recovery," Musk said during a Spaces event on X (formerly known as Twitter).
Farmers’ march: Delhi marchers to return over crop pricing
Farmers' march: Delhi marchers to return over crop pricing
Julian Assange appeals ‘most crucial press freedom case in the world’
Julian Assange appeals ‘most crucial press freedom case in the world’
