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Recreational drugs, including cannabis, can cause stroke — Study

A major international study has found that recreational drugs such as cannabis, cocaine, and amphetamines may significantly increase the risk of stroke, with the greatest danger observed among younger adults. The research, led by scientists at the University of Cambridge, analysed data from more than 100 million people and found that amphetamine use increased stroke […] The post Recreational drugs, including cannabis, can cause stroke — Study appeared first on Tribune Online.

Tribune Online•7/7/2026

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Catnip lotion as effective as Deet at repelling mosquitoes, study finds

Researchers testing a cheap, homegrown oil in Uganda found what cats knew all along – it worked as well as the artificial chemical used globally A homegrown catnip lotion has proven “just as effective as Deet” as a mosquito repellant in trials carried out in Uganda. Catnip, or Nepeta cataria, is a common herb from the mint family. The chemical in the plant that causes feline euphoria – nepetalactone – also has insect-repelling properties but this has not previously been commercialised. Continue reading...

The Guardian•7/7/2026

Manhattan Building Evacuated as Officials Warn of Collapse

A high-rise office building near Grand Central Terminal was at risk of collapse on Tuesday, prompting an emergency response during the morning rush in Midtown Manhattan, the authorities said. (Video courtesy of WABC) (Source: Bloomberg)

Chemistry Ventures is raising $500M for its second fund

Chemistry Ventures, the VC firm launched by Bessemer, Index Ventures and Andreessen Horowitz alums, is raising $500M for its second fund.

TechCrunch•7/7/2026

Daily Post Nigeria•7/7/2026

753 houses trial: EFCC witness denies taking direct instructions from Emefiele

A witness of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Richard Agulu, has told the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory, FCT, that he did not take instructions for payment into companies’ accounts directly from former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, Godwin Emefiele, in respect of the disputed 753 housing units […] 753 houses trial: EFCC witness denies taking direct instructions from Emefiele

Chevron, NGIC seal deal for Escravos gas delivery

Chevron Nigeria Limited (CNL), in collaboration with the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited’s subsidiary, NNPC Gas Infrastructure Company Limited (NGIC), has concluded a Network Entry Agreement (NEA) for the system entry point into the Escravos–Lagos Pipeline System. The NEA establishes the contractual framework required under the Nigerian Gas Transportation Network Code to govern gas delivery […] The post Chevron, NGIC seal deal for Escravos gas delivery appeared first on Tribune Online.

Tribune Online•7/7/2026

Daily Post Nigeria•7/7/2026

‘Arise O compatriots’ – Tinubu, ministers recite revoked National Anthem at FEC meeting [VIDEO]

President Bola Tinubu and members of his cabinet were heard reciting the old Nigerian national anthem during a Federal Executive Council, FEC, meeting on Monday, despite the Federal Government’s reintroduction of the former anthem in May 2024. The development was observed in a video from the FEC meeting circulating on various social media platforms. The video […] ‘Arise O compatriots’ – Tinubu, ministers recite revoked National Anthem at FEC meeting [VIDEO]

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Business Day Nigeria•7/7/2026

Elektron expands solar capacity at Jabi Lake Mall

Elektron Renewables has boosted the solar capacity at Jabi Lake Mall in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital, to approximately 1.5 MWp. The read more Elektron expands solar capacity at Jabi Lake Mall

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‘Bang’: Firework Collides With Plane Carrying 52 Passengers

A firework hit a commercial plane on the Fourth of July while it was landing at the Midway International Airport in Chicago. Delta Air Lines flight 1076 landed safely at the airport around 8:30 p.m. after its pilot reported that a fireworks mortar struck the aircraft just before landing, the Federal Aviation Administration said in... This article ‘Bang’: Firework Collides With Plane Carrying 52 Passengers was originally created by Converseer.

Converseer•7/7/2026

Business Day Nigeria•7/7/2026

Almajiri commission explains role in executing non-education projects in 2026 budget

…established 119 learning centres across the country The National Commission for Almajiri and Out-of-School Children’s Education (NCAOOSCE) has clarified its read more Almajiri commission explains role in executing non-education projects in 2026 budget

Solos debuts an even lighter version of its camera-less smart glasses

The AirGo A6 are available in multiple designs including several transparent color options. | Image: Solos Solos announced a new version of its AirGo smart glasses, one that forgoes cameras for a sleeker design and an AI assistant that relies on voice interactions. Last year's AirGo A5 weighed 36 to 40 grams depending on the frame style, but the new AirGo A6 weigh around 19 grams. Part of the weight savings comes from thinner temple arms housing speakers, batteries, and other electronics. For comparison, the new Meta Glasses announced last month weigh around 54 to nearly 60 grams depending on the style. Pricing and availability for the new AirGo A6 hasn't been finalized yet, but the smart glasses will support "full prescription lens compatibilit … Read the full story at The Verge.

The Verge•7/7/2026