Pizza Hut to Shut 68 UK Restaurants, Over 1,200 Jobs Lost as Operator Collapses
Pizza Hut is set to close 68 restaurants and 11 delivery sites across the UK, resulting in the loss of 1,210 jobs, after the company managing its UK operations fell
US Pushes Europe to Ease Big Tech Rules in Exchange for Tariff Relief
The United States is urging the European Union to rethink its regulatory approach to major technology companies as negotiations continue over metal tariffs and broader trade terms between the two
CBN Approves Financial Support for Unity and Providus Banks Merger
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has granted financial support to facilitate the proposed merger between Unity Bank Plc and Providus Bank Limited. This crucial endorsement aims to enhance the
Ecobank Launches Leadership Training Programme For Women-Owned Businesses in Africa
Ecobank has launched its Ellevate Leadership Training Programme in partnership with the Global Business School Network (GBSN).The Ellevate Leadership Training Programme forms part of ‘Ellevate Equip’, the brand name for
Plus-Size Shoppers Fear Shrinking Options As Weight-Loss Drug Boom Reshapes Fashion
Concerns are growing among plus-size shoppers that their already limited clothing options may shrink even further, as changing body trends and the rise of weight-loss medications begin to influence retail
Google Takes Down Links to California News Sites Amid Proposed Legislation on Payment to Publishers
Google has initiated the removal of links to California news websites in response to proposed state legislation that seeks payment for news content usage by tech companies like Google and
Trump’s Social Media Company is Exploring a Crypto Payment Service Called TruthFi
Donald Trump’s media enterprise, Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), is making a move toward the cryptocurrency sector with plans for a digital payment platform called TruthFi. The development comes
X Suspends Operations in Brazil Following Censorship Conflict with Supreme Court Judge
X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, has shut down its office in Brazil following a contentious standoff with a Brazilian Supreme Court judge. The platform announced the
Nokia to Cut Up to 14,000 Jobs
In response to a challenging market environment, Nokia has announced a significant cost-cutting drive, including slashing up to 14,000 jobs. This restructuring initiative aims to address a "weaker" market and
6 Reasons Nigerians Love Toyota Cars
Toyota vehicles dominate the Nigerian automotive landscape, constituting the largest share of cars on the country's roads. In fact, for every five cars you encounter navigating Nigerian streets, at least
FTC Unanimously Moves to Block $4 Billion Merger of Mattress Giants
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has unanimously voted to block the proposed $4 billion merger between mattress industry giants Tempur Sealy and Mattress Firm. The decision aims to prevent what
Wells Fargo Fires Dozen Employees for Faking Work Activity
Wells Fargo recently terminated over a dozen employees accused of falsifying keyboard activity to create the illusion of working, according to a disclosure made to the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
United Airlines Sets Record with 175 Million Passengers in 2024
United Airlines has achieved a record-breaking milestone in 2024, transporting 175 million passengers globally across its routes. The airline revealed this accomplishment in a recent statement, marking it as the
UPS to Cut 20,000 Jobs in 2024 Amid Automation Push and Amazon Scale-Back
UPS has announced plans to slash 20,000 jobs this year - roughly 4% of its global workforce - as part of a broader strategy to streamline operations through automation and
Coca-Cola Unveils Permanent Spiced Flavor to Spice Up Soda Market
In response to shifting consumer preferences favouring alternative beverages, Coca-Cola is introducing its first permanent flavour addition in years: Coca-Cola Spiced, offering a twist on the iconic soda with a
Blizzard and NetEase Resolve Dispute, ‘World of Warcraft’ Returns to China
In a significant development for gaming enthusiasts in China, Blizzard Entertainment and NetEase have announced the resolution of their dispute, paving the way for the return of iconic titles such
Starbucks Turns To AI And Automation In Bid To Revive Customer Growth
Starbucks is leaning heavily on technology - including artificial intelligence and robotics - as it works to reverse years of sluggish sales and reconnect with customers. At some drive-through locations
Greece Moves to Ban Social Media Access for Under-15s Starting Next Year
Greece has announced plans to block children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms beginning in January next year, as part of efforts to address growing concerns
National Geographic Magazine Has Laid Off the Last of its Staff Writers
Multiple departing staffers confirmed this week that National Geographic, the renowned magazine that has documented the wonders of the natural world for over a century, laid off its remaining staff
Spotify Cuts 200 Jobs Within its Podcasting Unit
Spotify, the popular audio streaming company, is implementing a workforce reduction in its podcasting unit, resulting in 200 employees being laid off, which accounts for approximately 2% of the company's
