Politics

Leaf: Arab Nations & Iran Relations Badly Damaged

Iran’s war has entered day 4 with multiple strikes across the Gulf nations & attacks on various US Embassies. President Donald Trump said the US will hit back, but it remains unlikely he will put boots on the ground. This comes as the UAE and Qatar privately lobby allies to help persuade the President to reach for an off-ramp that would keep US military operations against Iran short. Barbara Leaf, Former United States Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs and Former US Ambassador to the UAE spoke to Bloomberg’s Horizons Middle East and Africa anchor Joumanna Bercetche on the likely end of the escalation. (Source: Bloomberg)

Nidec Warns of $1.6 Billion in Charges From Accounting Scandal

Nidec Corp. said it may book up to ¥250 billion ($1.6 billion) in impairment charges as the world’s largest manufacturer of precision motors looks to tally the cost of an accounting scandal that’s seen its founder effectively cut ties with the company.

Reid's new two-round NFL mock draft: Which prospects are rising after the combine?

Now that the 2026 combine is in the books, how could the NFL draft shake out? Jordan Reid projects the first two rounds -- including two trades.

Ondo APC Is United, Aiyedatiwa Remains Leader, LACOT Says

LACOT says the Ondo APC is united after the state congress, backs Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa as party leader, and vows strong mobilisation for President Bola Tinubu and the governor's future elections.

Korra Obidi laments scarcity of ‘good men’

Korra explained that despite her international exposure and popularity, she still finds it hard to find dependable partners...

UniOsun Dismisses  250 Ghost Workers  Allegation, Affirms Credibility of Personnel Records

Yinka Kolawole in Osogbo The management of the Osun State University yesterday dismissed allegations circulated by Sally Tibbot Consulting Nigeria Limited on the institution’s personnel audit records, describing them as unfounded

Orsted Faces Fresh Exit Calls Ahead of Denmark’s Election

Orsted A/S is again becoming a hot political topic in Denmark, with several parties calling on the government to sell its stake in the wind energy company after the upcoming election, according to local media.

‘Our leader’ – US mosques honor Iran’s Ali Khamenei with memorial services

Two US-based mosques have held memorial events for Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, following reports that he was killed in a US-Isreali military operation over the weekend. The events took place at a mosque in Manassas, Virginia, and at the Islamic House of Wisdom in Dearborn Heights, Michigan. Both institutions have previously faced scrutiny […] ‘Our leader’ – US mosques honor Iran’s Ali Khamenei with memorial services

Ex-Nomura Employee Sentenced to 18 Years in Home Robbery Case

A former Nomura Holdings Inc. employee who was accused of arson, attempted murder and robbing an elderly client was sentenced to 18 years in prison by a Japan court, local broadcaster TBS reported.

Congress: Ondo APC United, No Room for Two Leaders, LACOT Warns Troublemakers

The Lucky Aiyedatiwa Campaign Organisation for Tinubu (LACOT) has declared that the Ondo State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) remains united, warning individuals it describes as trouble makers

‘Why I stopped going to church,’ Carter Efe opens up

The streamer also revealed that he was battling with depression before he started streaming...

FTSE 100 to Fall as Stocks Sell Off on Iran War, Pound Drops