Apple and Google have agreed to adjust how their app stores operate in the UK following pressure from the country’s competition watchdog, which had raised concerns about their dominance in the market. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) said the two technology companies have committed to a series of changes aimed at improving fairness and…
A high-profile trial examining the impact of social media on young people’s mental health has opened in California, with lawyers accusing the owners of Instagram and YouTube of deliberately designing platforms that encourage compulsive use among children. The case, which began on Monday before a Los Angeles Superior Court judge and jury, centres on claims…
A major power struggle is unfolding in Hollywood as Netflix and Paramount Skydance compete for control of Warner Bros Discovery, one of the entertainment industry’s most historic studios. Paramount Skydance, led by chief executive David Ellison and backed by the billionaire Ellison family, has spent months courting Warner Bros Discovery as it looks to build…
Nigerian singer and songwriter Temilade Openiyi, known globally as Tems, has reached another major career milestone, becoming the first African female artist to record seven entries on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart. The latest achievement follows the unexpected debut of her track What You Need, which entered this week’s Hot 100 at number 93,…
A 35-year-old man convicted of murdering his former partner has been sentenced to life in prison by a UK court, with newly released police footage drawing widespread public attention. Robert Richens was sentenced at Oxford Crown Court on February 6, 2026, and will serve a minimum of 16 years before becoming eligible for parole. The…
When Sumayyah Zara Sillah lifts the lid of her takeaway box in Leicester, the smell hits first – spicy, buttery, unmistakably indulgent. Inside are Nashville-style hot chicken tenders, glistening with sauce and fried to a deep golden crunch. “I try to eat healthy,” laughs the 19-year-old nursing student, pausing only briefly before digging in. “But…
Under the blazing Singapore sun, far from the roar of passenger jets and the imposing silhouettes of military aircraft, a different kind of crowd gathers. They wait patiently, some fanning themselves, others peering ahead with anticipation, all for a chance to step inside one aircraft. The Gulfstream G700. With its smooth curves, expansive wings and…
Nigerian singer Iyanya has attributed his ability to remain relevant and grounded in the entertainment industry for nearly two decades to what he describes as consistent guidance and accountability. The music star shared his thoughts during a recent episode of the Afropolitan podcast, where he spoke candidly about the pressures of fame and the importance…
For years, Riyadh’s Diplomatic Quarter has existed in a world of its own. With tree-lined walkways, embassies, cafés and carefully manicured lawns, the neighbourhood feels noticeably removed from the rhythms of the wider Saudi capital. Today, it is also home to one of the kingdom’s most discreet – and controversial – social experiments. Hidden behind…
Nvidia made corporate history in October after briefly becoming the first company to reach a $5 trillion market valuation, a milestone driven largely by its central role in the global artificial intelligence boom. The semiconductor giant has benefited from surging demand for AI hardware, particularly its data center chips, where it now controls about 81%…
Stellantis, the global automaker behind brands such as Jeep and Chrysler, has announced a major strategic overhaul after its aggressive push into electric vehicles failed to deliver the expected returns, prompting massive financial charges and a sharp sell-off in its shares. The company said on Friday it will record more than $26 billion in charges,…
Veteran Nigerian musician Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, has weighed in on the long-running debate over Nigeria’s leading music stars, naming Burna Boy as the country’s most dominant Afrobeat artiste on the global stage. The award-winning singer shared his views during a recent appearance on the Mic On Podcast hosted by Seun Okinbaloye, where…
The European Union has warned TikTok that it must overhaul elements of its platform design deemed “addictive” or face substantial financial penalties, following preliminary findings that the app breached the bloc’s online safety rules. The warning stems from an investigation launched by the European Commission in February 2024 into the Chinese-owned video-sharing platform’s compliance with…
Canada has announced a new plan aimed at strengthening its automotive sector and accelerating the shift to electric vehicles, as the industry struggles with the impact of US trade tariffs and an increasingly uncertain relationship with its largest export market. Prime Minister Mark Carney unveiled the measures on Thursday, describing them as part of a…
A major South Korean cryptocurrency exchange has admitted to accidentally transferring more than $40bn worth of bitcoin to customers after a technical error turned a routine reward into a massive payout. The platform, Bithumb, said it intended to credit users with a modest promotional bonus of 2,000 won, equivalent to about $1.37. Instead, a system…
Popular American content creator and live streamer Kai Cenat has expressed a strong emotional connection to Nigeria, describing the country as the first place where he experienced what he called “100 per cent love.” Cenat made the remark during a recent courtesy visit to the Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, at the Lagos House in…
Google has disclosed that YouTube generated more than $60bn (£44bn) in revenue in 2025, underlining the video platform’s growing importance to the company as it focuses on expanding paid subscriptions. The figure, which combines advertising income and subscription earnings, places YouTube well ahead of streaming competitor Netflix, which reported $45bn in revenue over the same…
Google is facing renewed internal pressure after hundreds of its employees called on the company to end its involvement with US immigration enforcement agencies, citing ethical concerns over how its technology may be used. In an open letter released on Friday, close to 900 full-time staff urged Google’s leadership to be more transparent about the…
Bahama Breeze, the Caribbean-inspired restaurant chain, is set to close all of its outlets, bringing an end to a brand that has operated for more than 30 years. Its parent company, Darden Restaurants, announced on Tuesday that the remaining 28 Bahama Breeze locations will be wound down in the coming months. About half of the…
Veteran Nigerian musician Innocent Idibia, widely known as 2Face, has weighed in on the heated debate comparing global Afrobeats star Wizkid to the late Afrobeat icon Fela Anikulapo-Kuti, describing the discussion as misplaced and disrespectful. The debate gained fresh attention after Wizkid recently claimed he was “bigger” than Fela, a remark made in response to…
PepsiCo has announced plans to reduce the prices of several of its best-known snack brands, including Doritos, Lay’s and Cheetos, in response to growing consumer frustration over rising food costs. In a statement released on Tuesday, PepsiCo Foods US chief executive Rachel Ferdinando said the company had spent the past year engaging with customers who…
Nintendo has confirmed that the Switch has become the most successful console in the company’s history, surpassing 155 million units sold worldwide since its launch in 2017. The milestone means the hybrid console has overtaken the Nintendo DS to claim the top spot among Nintendo’s hardware releases. In the wider gaming industry, the Switch now…
The Washington Post has announced plans to cut roughly one-third of its workforce, a move that will significantly reduce coverage in areas including sports, local reporting and international news. The layoffs, confirmed on Wednesday, affect employees across multiple departments, with newsroom staff among the hardest hit. The decision marks another period of turmoil for the…
Afrobeats star David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has opened up about how marriage has reshaped his priorities, revealing that he no longer finds clubbing appealing. The singer shared the insight during a recent episode of The Long Form Podcast, where he reflected on how his lifestyle has changed since marrying his longtime partner, Chioma…
Amid rows of aircraft models, mock cockpits and high-tech aviation displays at the Singapore Airshow, one exhibitor has been attracting outsized attention: Comac, China’s state-owned aircraft manufacturer. The company has come a long way since its narrow-body C919 passenger jet made its first appearance outside mainland China two years ago. Designed to rival the Airbus…
Netflix has struggled to convince US lawmakers that its proposed takeover of Warner Bros Discovery would serve the interests of consumers, workers and the wider entertainment industry, as bipartisan concerns mount over the scale of the deal. During a hearing on Tuesday, members of the US Senate antitrust subcommittee raised alarms about the potential impact…
Pinterest has terminated the employment of two software engineers after they created an internal tool designed to identify colleagues affected by a recent round of job cuts, the company has confirmed. The dismissals follow an announcement by the social media firm that it would reduce its workforce as part of a shift toward what chief…
Popular skit maker and actor Abdulgafar Ahmad, widely known as Cute Abiola, has dismissed claims that he took a swipe at veteran filmmaker Kunle Afolayan following the director’s recent comments about cinema revenues and film marketing. The controversy began after Afolayan criticised the demands of promoting cinema releases in Nigeria. In a widely shared interview,…
China has announced a ban on hidden car door handles, becoming the first country to formally prohibit the design amid growing safety concerns surrounding electric vehicles (EVs). The decision follows increased scrutiny of EV safety standards globally, particularly after reports of fatal accidents in China involving Xiaomi electric cars. In those incidents, suspected power failures…
Elon Musk has taken another step toward consolidating his business empire, with SpaceX confirming it is acquiring his artificial intelligence company, xAI. The aerospace firm announced the move by publishing an internal memo from Musk, in which he described the merger as a way to bring artificial intelligence, space technology, satellite internet and media platforms…
A new online platform called Moltbook is attracting attention for an unusual reason: it is designed for artificial intelligence systems to interact with one another, not for people. At first glance, Moltbook closely resembles Reddit, with thousands of topic-based forums and posts ranked by upvotes. But unlike traditional social networks, humans are not allowed to…
Afrobeats heavyweights Wizkid and Asake have officially released a joint extended play titled REAL, Vol. 1, marking their first full collaborative project and one of the most anticipated releases of 2026. The four-track EP follows years of fan anticipation after the duo’s earlier collaborations, including MMS and the hit single Jogodo, which enjoyed strong chart…
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 across the United States, customers placing orders may unknowingly be interacting with AI-powered systems rather than human staff. Inside stores, baristas are increasingly supported by…
French technology and consulting group Capgemini has announced plans to divest its US-based subsidiary following mounting criticism over the unit’s work for the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (ICE). The decision comes after sustained pressure from French lawmakers and public scrutiny surrounding a contract under which Capgemini Government Solutions provided services to help locate…
Elon Musk’s space company, SpaceX, has submitted a proposal to US regulators seeking permission to deploy up to one million satellites into Earth’s orbit as part of an ambitious plan to support artificial intelligence computing from space. In an application filed with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), SpaceX argues that so-called “orbital data centres” could…
Organisers of Afro Nation have confirmed Afrobeats heavyweights Wizkid, Burna Boy and Asake as the main headliners for the 2026 edition of the global music festival in Portugal. The announcement was made via the festival’s official social media channels, with organisers describing the lineup as a blend of established African stars and fast-rising international acts….
The idea of sending text messages from the Moon or streaming data from deep space may soon move from science fiction to reality, as NASA and Nokia prepare to install a cellular network on the lunar surface. Under a joint initiative, the two organisations are working to deploy a basic 4G communications system on the…
TikTok’s newly restructured US operation, now controlled by a group of largely American investors approved by President Donald Trump, has stumbled out of the gate amid technical disruptions and growing political scrutiny. Over the past several days, users of the video-sharing app have reported widespread glitches, including difficulties posting content and unexplained drops in video…
Elon Musk’s aerospace company, SpaceX, has submitted an application to deploy as many as one million satellites into Earth’s orbit, a move it says is aimed at meeting the rapidly growing global demand for artificial intelligence computing power. In the filing made to the United States Federal Communications Commission (FCC), SpaceX proposes the creation of…
Popular Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele has reacted to recent remarks made by fellow filmmaker Kunle Afolayan on cinema marketing strategies and blockbuster box office figures. Afolayan had, in a series of public appearances, questioned the sustainability of current promotional methods used to push cinema releases in Nigeria. Speaking during the launch of his…
Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, has paid tribute to legendary musician and activist Fela Anikulapo Kuti following his posthumous recognition at the Grammy Awards, where he received a Lifetime Achievement Award – the first African artist to be honoured in that category. The award, presented in Los Angeles nearly three decades after Fela’s death in 1997,…
Just before lunchtime in Angers, western France, restaurateur Mickael Moureaud scans the dining room of L’Ange Vin with a familiar knot in his stomach. By now, the tables should be mostly occupied. Instead, the room is largely silent. “A year ago, this place would be buzzing by 12:30,” he says softly. “Now, most days, it…
Apple has delivered a strong earnings performance that is easing concerns on Wall Street about the company’s perceived struggles in artificial intelligence, with robust sales of the iPhone 17 taking centre stage. The technology giant reported quarterly revenue of $143.8 billion, comfortably beating market expectations and marking a sharp rise from the $124.3 billion recorded…
A week after Ubisoft unveiled one of the most sweeping shake-ups in its history, unease is spreading through the company’s global workforce – particularly among employees who now find themselves grouped into what the publisher calls its “Creative Network.” The restructuring announcement was stark. Six projects were scrapped, seven major titles were delayed, and two…
Nearly 30 years after his passing, Nigerian music legend and Afrobeat pioneer Fela Anikulapo Kuti is set to receive one of the most prestigious honours in global music. The Recording Academy will posthumously confer a Lifetime Achievement Award on Fela at the upcoming Grammy Awards, marking a historic first for an African artiste. The honour…
FIFA President Gianni Infantino has called for a significant shift in international football policy, advocating for the return of Russian youth teams to global competition. Speaking in London during the Women’s Champions Cup weekend, the FIFA chief argued that the current blanket ban, which has been in place for nearly four years, has failed to…
Apple has posted its highest-ever iPhone sales, driven by strong demand for the iPhone 17 lineup during the final quarter of last year, even as other parts of its hardware business faced declines. The tech giant reported quarterly revenue of $144 billion, a 16% increase compared with the same period a year earlier. It marks…
Amazon is winding down its standalone grocery store experiment, announcing plans to close all Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go locations across the United States as it sharpens its focus on the Whole Foods brand. The move will affect roughly 70 physical stores and represents another reset of Amazon’s in-person retail strategy. In a statement released…
Starbucks is rolling out a refreshed afternoon menu in the United States as it looks to attract customers beyond its traditional morning coffee rush. In the coming weeks, the coffee chain will introduce a range of new food and drink options designed for later in the day, including teas, updated energy drinks, matcha-based beverages, and…
Nigerian rapper Zlatan Ibile has denied a viral claim suggesting he vowed never to marry his longtime partner and the mother of his children, Davita Lamai. The allegation surfaced on X after a user alleged that the music star had publicly ruled out marriage with Lamai despite them having two children together. The post, which…
