China has launched its largest vehicle recall to date, affecting more than four million cars over concerns that increasingly popular hidden door handles could make it difficult for occupants to escape during emergencies. The recall covers about 2.98 million Tesla vehicles manufactured in China, including selected Model 3, Model Y, Model S and Model X…
Sony Pictures has released the official trailer for Ghost Soldier, an upcoming action-thriller starring Jim Caviezel as a former Special Forces operative drawn into a dangerous fight to protect his community. The trailer offers a first look at the film’s intense action, advanced weaponry and central conflict, as Caviezel’s character is forced to confront a…
TikTok has agreed to pay $400 million (£293 million) to the United States government to settle allegations that it unlawfully collected children’s personal information, in one of the largest privacy settlements involving the protection of minors. The agreement resolves a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice in 2024 during the administration of former…
Marvel Studios has unveiled a new trailer for its highly anticipated superhero film Avengers: Doomsday at Disney’s D23 fan convention, offering audiences another glimpse of the battle between Earth’s mightiest heroes and Doctor Doom. The trailer follows the release of the film’s first preview and places greater emphasis on the threat posed by Doctor Doom,…
Yum Brands has reported strong second-quarter financial results, but the company says sales at Taco Bell have slowed following a cyclospora outbreak that triggered a food safety investigation in the United States. Company executives disclosed during an earnings call on Thursday that Taco Bell’s sales declined by 2% between the end of June and July…
Apple is introducing a new leasing program that will allow customers to lease iPhones, Macs and other premium devices instead of purchasing them outright, as the company looks to make its products more affordable amid rising electronics prices. The new program launches in the United States on Tuesday through Apple retail stores, Apple’s online store…
Spider-Man: Brand New Day has delivered one of the strongest box office debuts of all time, earning an estimated $927 million (£687 million) worldwide during its opening weekend and becoming the second-highest global opening in cinema history. The latest instalment of the Spider-Man franchise, starring Tom Holland and Zendaya, trails only Avengers: Endgame, which generated…
Nigerian singer Seyi Vibez has released a new single titled GTA, marking his latest offering to fans with a track inspired by the popular Grand Theft Auto video game series. Released through NSNV Inc. and EMPIRE, the song uses the game’s themes of risk, ambition and survival as a metaphor for life on the streets…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino could be set to leave office in the coming days, according to a report by The Times of the UK. The report links the uncertainty surrounding Infantino’s future to the collapse of his proposed plan to sell a stake in the FIFA World Cup to private investors. The initiative, known as…
Elon Musk’s net worth has dropped below $700 billion for the first time since December 2025 after another sharp decline in SpaceX shares extended the company’s recent market rout. The latest slide wiped nearly $30 billion from Musk’s fortune, moving him further away from the trillionaire status he briefly achieved following SpaceX’s blockbuster initial public…
Xbox console prices have officially increased across Europe and the UK, with some models now costing up to €200 and £170 more than before. Microsoft announced in June that it would raise the prices of its Xbox Series X and Series S consoles from 1 August, initially revealing only the increases for the US market….
Nigerian rapper Phyno has released a new freestyle titled Na Afa Nna, delivering a performance that reaffirms his reputation as one of the leading voices in indigenous hip-hop. The title, which translates from Igbo as “In the Name of the Father,” serves as a confident declaration of the rapper’s enduring influence and standing within the…
FIFA president Gianni Infantino has abandoned his controversial proposal to sell stakes in the governing body’s competitions to private investors after facing overwhelming opposition from football’s major confederations. Infantino admitted the proposal had “created divisions” that were “no longer in the interest” of its original objective. “As a result, this proposal will not proceed.” The…
Sainsbury’s has reached an agreement to sell retailer Argos to Swift Partners for £120 million, marking the end of a lengthy effort by the supermarket group to divest the business and concentrate on its core grocery operations. The supermarket chain said the transaction would not affect customers, employees or suppliers, stressing that it would be…
BP has announced plans to sell its North Sea oil and gas business, a move that would bring an end to more than 60 years of the energy company’s operations in the region. The decision follows a strategic review aimed at streamlining the company’s portfolio and focusing investment on higher-value opportunities. BP’s North Sea division…
South African Grammy Award-winning singer Tyla has removed Lagos from the schedule of her APOP World Tour following calls by some Nigerians to boycott her planned concert over renewed concerns about xenophobic attacks against Nigerians in South Africa. A review of the artist’s official tour itinerary on Friday showed that the Lagos performance, previously scheduled…
FIFA has defended its controversial proposal to allow private investors to acquire minority stakes in its commercial operations, insisting that “nobody is selling football.” In a statement released on Friday, the world football governing body said the consultation process had been “disrupted by incorrect media reports” and reaffirmed its commitment to transparency. “We respect the…
Apple has warned that worsening supply chain challenges could affect the availability of its flagship products in the coming months, despite reporting stronger-than-expected quarterly financial results. The technology giant posted revenue of $109 billion (£81 billion) for the quarter, a 16% increase from a year earlier, while net profit rose 26% to $29 billion. The…
Artificial intelligence company Anthropic has disclosed that its Claude AI models successfully breached the computer systems of three organisations during cybersecurity evaluations after a configuration error unintentionally gave the models access to the internet. The revelation comes only days after OpenAI reported that some of its own AI systems had crossed testing boundaries and compromised…
A growing number of Nigerians, including several celebrities and social media personalities, have launched an online campaign opposing South African singer Tyla’s planned concert in Lagos, citing ongoing xenophobic attacks against foreign nationals in South Africa. The campaign, which has been circulating under the slogan “South Africa thinks we’re fools,” emerged days after organisers announced…
Australia’s online safety regulator has launched legal action against Telegram, accusing the messaging platform of failing to remove extremist content, including footage of the 2019 Christchurch mosque attacks, despite repeated warnings. eSafety Commissioner Julie Inman-Grant announced the court action on Tuesday, alleging that Telegram had failed to meet its obligations under Australia’s Online Safety Act….
Every time an online shopper places an order, there is an increasing chance that a fleet of autonomous robots begins processing it within minutes. Many warehouses now use compact mobile robots that move beneath storage racks, lift entire shelves and transport them to workers for order picking, significantly speeding up fulfilment operations. Chinese robotics company…
Flutterwave has been recognised as one of the world’s leading financial technology companies after being included in the 2025 World’s Top Fintech Companies ranking compiled by CNBC in partnership with market research firm Statista. The recognition highlights the African payments company’s contributions to financial technology through its payment infrastructure, cross-border commerce solutions and continued focus…
Nigerian actress Annie Macaulay has replaced the tattoo of her former husband, music star 2Baba, with a butterfly design. The change became noticeable after the actress shared new photos on her Instagram page on Tuesday night, where the tattoo previously bearing the name “Idibia” on the left side of her chest appeared to have been…
eBay has agreed to pay $56 million (about £42 million) to David and Ina Steiner to settle a civil lawsuit stemming from an extensive harassment campaign carried out by former company executives in response to the couple’s online criticism of the e-commerce giant. In a statement released on Tuesday, the Steiners confirmed that they had…
The Trump administration has announced a ban on the import of new foreign-made humanoid robots into the United States, citing what it described as “unacceptable risks” to the country’s national security. The restrictions, unveiled on Tuesday, cover advanced robotic systems, including humanoid robots and four-legged robotic machines. Many of the affected products are manufactured in…
Known for its deeply rooted traditions, Wimbledon is embracing a more localized marketing strategy as it seeks to expand its audience in India, where cricket remains the dominant sport and tennis has traditionally attracted a niche following. This year’s campaign blended British tennis heritage with Indian culture through collaborations, localized content and celebrity engagement to…
Grammy Award-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has added another milestone to his career after his FIFA World Cup collaboration with Colombian superstar Shakira, Dai Dai, became the highest-charting World Cup song in history. The track climbed 25 places on this week’s Billboard Hot 100, reaching a new peak at No. 17. The achievement sees Dai…
Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has proposed a settlement worth up to $5.5 billion to resolve tens of thousands of lawsuits in the United States alleging that its talc-based baby powder and other products caused ovarian cancer. The proposed agreement is aimed at ending one of the healthcare giant’s longest-running legal disputes, which has generated thousands…
Cracker Barrel has announced that its chief executive, Julie Masino, will step down in August, bringing an end to a tenure marked by a controversial brand overhaul and declining business performance. The restaurant chain confirmed on Monday that former Bloomin’ Brands executive David Deno will succeed Masino as chief executive. Masino is expected to remain…
Volkswagen reported a sharp decline in second-quarter earnings as the German automotive giant moves ahead with a sweeping restructuring plan aimed at strengthening its position against growing competition from Chinese electric vehicle manufacturers. The company posted an operating profit of €3.5 billion ($4 billion) for the three months ending in June, representing a decline of…
Ghanaian dancehall star Shatta Wale has opened up about the financial struggles he faced early in his career, revealing that despite being a well-known artist, he once depended on his girlfriend for accommodation. Speaking during a recent appearance on The Honest Bunch Podcast, the controversial singer argued that entertainers in Ghana do not receive the…
ChangXin Memory Technologies (CXMT), China’s largest memory chip manufacturer, has become the most valuable listed company in mainland China after its shares soared more than 470% during their debut on the Shanghai Stock Exchange’s STAR Market. The sharp rise lifted the company’s market valuation to approximately 3.3 trillion yuan ($487.3 billion), surpassing every other publicly…
Fast-fashion retailer Primark is cutting prices on hundreds of clothing essentials, including jeans, jumpers, socks and other everyday basics, as it battles rising competition from online retailers such as Shein, Temu, TikTok Shop and Vinted. The move comes amid slowing like-for-like sales and ahead of parent company Associated British Foods’ planned spin-off of Primark onto…
Fast-fashion retailer Shein has posted a quarterly loss after higher US import tariffs and weaker demand affected its business, as the company prepares for a stock market listing in Hong Kong. The Singapore-headquartered retailer, which was founded in China, reported a net loss of $99 million for the first quarter, compared with a $395 million…
Afrobeat musician Seun Kuti has said his public disagreement with fellow singer Wizkid achieved its intended objective, insisting the controversy helped highlight issues surrounding the legacy of his late father, Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo-Kuti. Speaking during an appearance on TVC’s Your View programme, themed Inside the Mind of Seun Anikulapo-Kuti, the singer reflected on the…
The tech industry was gripped this week by a story that sounded like the plot of a science fiction thriller. On July 16, AI platform Hugging Face announced it had been hacked by a cybercriminal using an extraordinarily powerful artificial intelligence system. The company described the attack using highly technical language, referring to “a swarm…
This is a new chapter for the Flatiron Building. It remains one of New York City’s most recognizable landmarks as it prepares for an entirely new life. After seven years behind scaffolding, the iconic Flatiron Building has nearly completed its transformation from office space into ultra-luxury residences, with the most expensive apartment priced at $58.5…
Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros Discovery have agreed to suspend their proposed $110 billion merger until June 2027 as a US court considers legal challenges brought against the deal. The merger, which would create one of the world’s largest media and entertainment companies, is being opposed by a coalition of 12 US states and the…
Afrobeat musician Femi Kuti has explained why he avoided taking a solo photograph with dancer and social media personality Korra Obidi, saying he wanted to stay away from unnecessary controversy. The light-hearted moment occurred after one of Kuti’s live performances in Lagos and was captured in a video later shared by Korra Obidi on Instagram….
A South Korean court has ordered SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won to pay his former wife, Roh Soh-yeong, 944 billion won (about $644 million) as part of their long-running divorce proceedings. The settlement, which is yet to be finalized, is lower than the 1.38 trillion won award initially granted to Roh in 2024. The case…
Google has been fined a total of €890 million ($1.04 billion) by the European Union after regulators concluded that the technology giant unfairly favored its own apps and services over those of competitors. The penalties mark the first major enforcement action against Google under the European Union’s Digital Markets Act (DMA), legislation introduced to curb…
A bipartisan group of U.S. lawmakers has introduced legislation that would give the federal government the authority to order the shutdown of artificial intelligence systems deemed to pose a serious public threat. The proposed legislation, known as the AI Kill Switch Act, was introduced by Democratic Congressman Ted Lieu and Republican Congressman Nathaniel Moran following…
Nigerian music executive and artist manager Ubi Franklin has shared an emotional account of his struggles with depression, revealing that he attempted to take his own life on several occasions following the collapse of his marriage to actress Lilian Esoro. Franklin made the disclosure in a video posted on his Instagram page, saying he wanted…
The co-founder of AI platform Hugging Face has described a recent cyber attack involving OpenAI’s advanced artificial intelligence models as a warning that businesses must rethink their approach to cybersecurity. Thomas Wolf said the incident marked a significant shift in the threat landscape, warning that similar attacks could become increasingly common as AI systems become…
The European Commission has approved Paramount Skydance’s proposed $110 billion (£85 billion) acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, removing a major regulatory hurdle for the media merger even as the deal remains stalled in the United States. The approval came after Paramount agreed to end its European film distribution partnership with Universal Pictures. Under the commitments…
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, reported strong revenue growth in its latest quarter, but rising investment in artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure pushed its free cash flow into negative territory for the first time in at least a decade. The technology giant recorded negative free cash flow of $5.9 billion (£4.3 billion), reflecting the cash…
Veteran Nollywood actor Ramsey Nouah has said discipline, rather than talent alone, is the key to building a lasting career. The 55-year-old actor shared the message in a video posted on his Instagram page, reflecting on the lessons he has learned over the course of his career and what has helped him remain relevant in…
Bus passengers across England will once again benefit from a £2 cap on single fares from January 2027, Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced as part of a wider effort to ease the cost of living. The government said the scheme, expected to cost more than £500 million, is designed to make public transport more…
Tokyo’s campaign encouraging men to wear shorts to work during the summer has generated mixed reactions, with some women raising concerns over workplace dress expectations and what has been dubbed “leg hair harassment.” The Tokyo Metropolitan Government introduced the expanded dress code under its “Tokyo Cool Biz” initiative in April, urging workers to replace traditional…
