The US imposes 12.5% tariff on Nigerian imports over forced labour concerns. Here’s what the decision means for Nigeria. Nigeria Hit With Fresh US Tariff The United States has announced a 12.5% tariff on goods imported from Nigeria. The decision is part of a new trade policy targeting countries accused of not doing enough to…
The United States has carried out air strikes on Iran for the 13th consecutive night, as President Donald Trump announced that frozen Iranian assets could be used to compensate for damage caused to commercial shipping. Iranian state media reported that four people were killed and five others injured in the latest attacks. One which targeted…
French authorities have ordered the complete evacuation of the Cap Ferret peninsula as wildfires continue to spread across the south-west of the country. Hundreds of people escaped by boat, while others were directed to leave through the main road leading to Bordeaux. The wildfire, which began on Tuesday in Saumos, has now destroyed about 8,700…
Eleven people were rescued after a seaplane crashed into the water off the coast of Washington state, leaving several passengers injured, authorities said. According to officials, the aircraft had 10 passengers and one pilot on board when the accident occurred. Everyone was successfully pulled from the water after the crash. The San Juan County Sheriff’s…
Two Chinese mathematicians have made history by becoming the first from their country to receive the prestigious Fields Medal, the world’s highest honour in mathematics. Hong Wang and Yu Deng shared the award with American mathematician John Pardon and Canadian mathematician Jacob Tsimerman. Each recipient received a prize of 15,000 Canadian dollars. The recognition comes…
US President Donald Trump says Saudi Arabia must recognise Israel before Washington approves a civilian nuclear agreement with the Gulf kingdom. In a post on Truth Social, Trump stressed that the proposed deal would only support peaceful nuclear energy. He also insisted it would not permit uranium enrichment. “The Civil Nuclear Deal… will be approved,…
Around 12,000 people have been evacuated from south-western France as devastating wildfires continue to spread across the Gironde region, days after two firefighters lost their lives near Bordeaux Airport. Regional authorities said more than 2,400 hectares (5,900 acres) of land have already been destroyed. Officials have banned the use of internal combustion and electric engines…
Former England footballer Gary Lineker is among 120 wealthy Britons who have written to Prime Minister Andy Burnham, urging him to increase taxes on the country’s richest citizens. The open letter, organised by Patriotic Millionaires, argues that the wealthiest people should contribute more to help fund public investment and reduce inequality. “We can afford it….
Daniel Siad, a modelling scout linked to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has been found dead at his home in a suburb of Paris. The 69-year-old was discovered on Monday in Colombes, north-west of the French capital. The Nanterre prosecutor’s office confirmed the death to the BBC. Authorities said “an investigation to determine…
The United States is expected to announce a landmark agreement with Saudi Arabia that would allow the Gulf kingdom to develop a civilian nuclear programme, according to US media reports. The announcement is expected on Wednesday by President Donald Trump’s administration. Officials cited by US media say the agreement could be worth billions of dollars….
