Trump says new global tariffs will rise to 15%
US President Donald Trump has announced plans to raise his newly introduced global import tariffs to 15%, escalating his response to a Supreme Court ruling that blocked his earlier trade measures.
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Trump introduces new 10% tariff after Supreme Court blocks sweeping import duties
US President Donald Trump has announced a new universal 10% tariff on imports, moving quickly to replace a set of global trade taxes that were struck down by the Supreme Court of the United States.
Government weighs law to bar Andrew from royal succession
Ministers are examining whether new legislation should be introduced to formally exclude Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor from the royal line of succession.
Defence Secretary Luke Pollard said the proposal would be appropriate regardless of how the ongoing police inquiry concludes, arguing that it would be the correct step to protect the monarchy’s future.
Drone Strike on Aid Convoy in Sudan’s Kordofan Highlights Escalating Risks for Humanitarian Operations
A deadly drone attack on a humanitarian convoy in Sudan’s Kordofan region has once again underscored the growing dangers faced by aid workers and civilians trapped in one of the world’s most severe and underreported conflicts. The strike, which killed three people and destroyed trucks carrying food and relief supplies, reflects a broader pattern of escalating violence that is increasingly disrupting life-saving humanitarian access across Sudan.
Pentagon–Anthropic Showdown Exposes Growing Fault Lines in U.S. Military AI Strategy
The rapidly evolving relationship between artificial intelligence companies and the United States military has entered a volatile new phase. At the center of this tension is Anthropic, a frontier AI firm best known for developing the Claude chatbot and for positioning itself as one of the industry’s strongest advocates for AI safety and ethical guardrails.
Graduate of University of Ibadan Grabs Attention as She Finishes With First Class in Yoruba
A brilliant young Nigerian scholar has sparked widespread celebration and inspiration online after earning a First Class Honours degree in Yoruba from the esteemed University of Ibadan (UI), Nigeria’s oldest and most prestigious university.
Landmark Supreme Court Decision Declares President Trump’s Broad Emergency Tariffs Unlawful
The Supreme Court on Friday ruled that President Donald Trump violated federal law when he unilaterally imposed sweeping tariffs across the globe, a striking loss for the White House on an issue that has been central to the president’s foreign policy and economic agenda.
Lagos PRP Restructures Leadership as Party Picks James Adeshina as State Chairman at Congress
The Lagos State chapter of the Peoples Redemption Party (PRP) has concluded its state congress with the emergence of James Adeshina, a former chairman of the Lagos State Inter-Party Advisory Council, as the new state chairman of the party.
Obama Breaks Silence After Racist Trump Video Sparks Bipartisan Backlash
Former US President Barack Obama has offered a pointed response to a racist video shared on social media by Donald Trump, saying that the sense of shame and respect that once restrained political leaders has eroded in modern American public life.
Five Schengen Countries With the Quickest Visa Decisions in 2026
As international travel rebounds and global mobility accelerates in the post-pandemic era, demand for Schengen visas has surged sharply ahead of the 2026 travel season. For millions of tourists, students, business executives and family visitors, the process of securing access to Europe remains a decisive first hurdle—one that can determine whether carefully planned trips proceed smoothly or are delayed indefinitely.
Rubio Reassures Europe on Transatlantic Alliance Amid Policy Disputes
Marco Rubio has assured European leaders the US does not plan to abandon the transatlantic alliance, saying its destiny “will always be intertwined” with the continent’s.
The US secretary of state told the Munich Security Conference: “We do not seek to separate, but to revitalise an old friendship and renew the greatest civilisation in human history.”
DGR Music Enterprise (RC No: 9304628) Expands Footprint in Nigeria’s Booming Afrobeats Industry – DGR Music Group
DGR Music Enterprise, officially registered under RC No: 9304628, is positioning itself as a rising force within Nigeria’s fast-growing music industry, tapping into the global momentum of Afrobeats, digital streaming expansion, and independent artist development.
At a time when Nigerian music continues to dominate international charts and streaming platforms such as Spotify, Apple Music, Boomplay, and Audiomack, DGR Music Enterprise—operating under the brand name DGR Music Group—has emerged with a strategic focus on talent discovery, music production, distribution, and brand partnerships.
Lamido, Makarfi Pledge PDP Unity Drive Ahead of 2027 Polls
Former Kaduna State Governor Ahmed Makarfi and former Jigawa State Governor Sule Lamido held a private meeting on Tuesday in Kaduna, where both leaders emphasized the need for reconciliation and renewed unity within the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) as preparations gradually begin for the 2027 general elections.
South Korea sees fragile rise in births as long-term population worries persist
Young couples moved through a packed exhibition hall in Seoul earlier this year, testing baby strollers, fastening infant car seats and comparing new designs for baby carriers, offering a rare snapshot of optimism in a country better known for warnings about demographic decline.
Woman’s calm reaction after meeting boyfriend’s other partner sparks online debate
Woman’s calm reaction after meeting boyfriend’s other partner sparks online debate