Netflix to Acquire Warner Bros Discovery’s Film and Streaming Units in Landmark $72bn Deal
Netflix has reached a $72bn (£54bn) agreement to purchase the film and streaming divisions of Warner Bros Discovery, marking one of the most consequential mergers in modern Hollywood. The streaming
Air Peace Hikes Lagos-Abuja Ticket to N200,000 from November
Starting November 1, 2024, Air Peace will raise the cost of a one-way flight ticket from Lagos to Abuja to N200,000, marking a significant fare increase in Nigeria's domestic aviation
KFC is Leaving Kentucky
KFC, the fast-food giant once known as Kentucky Fried Chicken, is relocating its corporate headquarters from its home state of Kentucky to Texas. Parent company Yum Brands announced on Tuesday
Boeing Whistleblower Found Dead by Suicide, Police Confirm
The investigation into the tragic death of Boeing whistleblower John Barnett has concluded with police confirming that Barnett died by suicide. The 62-year-old former quality manager, who had raised significant
Airbnb Shares Fall After Probe into Unpleasant Customer Experiences
Shares of Airbnb Inc fell as much as 6% on Thursday after an online independent publication released a report that probed unpleasant experiences that customers had during stays booked through
Google Parent Alphabet Announces £5bn UK AI Investment
Alphabet, the parent company of Google, has unveiled a £5 billion ($6.8 billion) investment in the United Kingdom’s artificial intelligence sector, marking one of the largest technology commitments by a
Facebook-Owner Meta to Cut 13% of its Workforce
Meta, which owns Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp, has announced that it will cut 13% of its workforce. As reported by BBC, the first mass lay-offs in the firm's history will
OpenAI Secures $40 Billion to Advance AI Research
OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has raised $40 billion in fresh funding to accelerate artificial intelligence research, expand its computing infrastructure, and enhance its technology offerings. Announcing the investment in
Apple Reportedly Testing Home Hub Ahead of 2025 Launch
Apple’s long-rumored Home Hub is reportedly in the final stages of development, with select employees testing the device in real-world conditions ahead of its anticipated release in the second half
Apple Reverses Ban on Epic Games in EU Following Digital Competition Rules
Apple has reversed its decision to ban Epic Games, the creator of "Fortnite," from launching its own app store on iOS in Europe. This abrupt reversal comes just a day
Hyundai Plans Factory Deployment of Humanoid Robots From 2028
Hyundai Motor Group has announced plans to introduce humanoid robots into its manufacturing operations from 2028, joining a growing list of global companies turning to advanced robotics to reshape industrial
Tragedy Strikes as Patoranking’s Sister and Husband Die in Home Explosion
A tragic explosion has claimed the lives of Chioma, the sister of popular Nigerian Afrobeats star Patoranking, and her husband, George. The devastating incident occurred at their residence, leaving Chioma
Musk Misses Paris Interview As French Probe Into X Deepens
Elon Musk has failed to appear for a voluntary interview requested by French prosecutors investigating activity on his social media platform, X, according to officials in Paris. The interview, scheduled
Hooters Files for Bankruptcy, Plans to Restructure and Continue Operations
Hooters, the restaurant chain known for its iconic orange uniforms and all-female wait staff, has filed for bankruptcy, the company announced Monday. Despite the filing, the decades-old brand assured that
‘Up NEPA!’: New Documentary Explores Nigeria’s Ongoing Power Struggles
In the drive to advance Nigeria’s development, the chronic issue of inconsistent electricity supply remains a significant obstacle. A new documentary, "Up NEPA!", delves into this pervasive problem, capturing the
Fans Condemn FIFA as Cheapest World Cup Final Ticket Set at $4,185
Football supporters' groups across Europe have accused FIFA of abandoning ordinary fans after the governing body set the lowest-priced ticket for next year’s World Cup final at $4,185 (£3,119). The
Snapchat to Charge Users for Storing Old Memories, Sparking Backlash
Snapchat will begin charging users who exceed a storage limit for saving old photos and videos on its Memories feature, a move that has drawn criticism from long-time users. The
UK and EU Airports Reimpose 100ml Liquid Rule Due to Technical Issues with Security Scanners
Air travellers across the UK and the European Union, who were looking forward to more relaxed liquid restrictions, will need to keep their mini toiletries and small containers for a
Princess Diana’s Unique Ford Escort Fetches $850,000 at Auction 25 Years After Her Death
Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 1 that was driven by the late Princess Diana fetched £724,500 ($851,070) at an auction held at Britain's Silverstone racing circuit on Saturday, as reported
Halliburton Faces Potential Cyberattack, Disrupting Systems Globally
Oilfield services giant Halliburton is dealing with a significant computer system disruption that may be the result of a cyberattack. Sources close to the situation revealed that the incident is
