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Former President Donald Trump has announced that he is “recommending” a 50% tariff on goods imported from the European Union into the United States. “Our discussions with them are going nowhere!” he stated in a social media post on Friday, signaling a significant escalation in trade tensions with the EU. Currently, a 10% tariff applies to EU goods entering the U.S. Trump also issued a warning to Apple, threatening a 25% import tax on iPhones not made in the United States. “I informed Tim Cook a long time ago that iPhones sold in the U.S. should be manufactured here—not in…

On May 22, 2025, the Trump administration took the unprecedented step of revoking Harvard University’s authority to enroll international students, citing allegations of fostering an unsafe campus environment and failing to comply with federal demands. This move has significant implications for the university’s operations, its international student body, and the broader landscape of U.S. higher education. Background: The Administration’s Allegations The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the revocation of Harvard’s certification under the Student and Exchange Visitor Program (SEVP), effectively barring the university from enrolling new international students and requiring current foreign students to transfer or face the loss…

Apple’s iOS 19 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting updates yet, blending next-gen AI, productivity features, and a fresh visual design inspired by visionOS. Whether you’re an iPhone enthusiast or just curious about what’s next, here’s a full breakdown of iOS 19’s release date, top features, and compatible devices. 📅 iOS 19 Release Date Apple is set to unveil iOS 19 at WWDC 2025 on June 9, with a developer beta rolling out shortly after the keynote. Public beta testers can expect access by July 2025, and the official release is expected in mid-September 2025, likely…

During a tense Oval Office meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, U.S. President Donald Trump repeated false claims about white farmers in South Africa, sparking widespread criticism and concern. Trump presented misleading videos and statements, many of which have been widely debunked. Here’s a breakdown of Trump’s key claims — and the facts that contradict them: 1. Claim: White Farmers Are Victims of Genocide Fact: There is no evidence of a genocide against white farmers in South Africa. This conspiracy theory has circulated among far-right groups and gained support from figures like Elon Musk. While South Africa does have a…

Aliko Dangote, the founder and president of the Dangote Group, shared a surprising revelation during his speech at the 2025 Taraba International Investment Summit held on Wednesday, May 21. He disclosed that the Nigerian federal government earns a mere 52 kobo in revenue for every naira generated from the production and sale of Dangote Cement. In his address, Dangote underscored the pivotal role of taxes in national development. He emphasized that government revenue from private sector operations significantly contributes to the provision of essential services. Dangote drew attention to the fact that the federal government of Nigeria, not even the…

On Tuesday, David James, former assistant to music mogul Sean “Diddy” Combs, testified that the entertainer had a long-standing daily drug habit. According to James, Combs regularly used Percocets and ecstasy pills — some of which were unusually shaped like former President Barack Obama’s face. James claimed that Combs was not alone in his drug use, stating that he and other Hollywood celebrities frequently relied on the same drug dealers and compliant pharmacists who “didn’t ask questions.” Gross. Reportedly Obama was a frequent guest at the Diddy parties and they even had Obama shaped ecstasy pills. pic.twitter.com/tbpXXcQUdW — Tiffany Killian…

Burna Boy, the renowned Nigerian singer-songwriter, has returned with a brand new single, “Tatata,” just three weeks after the release of his hit song “Sweet Love.” This time, he collaborates with the American rapper Travis Scott, adding an exciting twist to the track. “Tatata” is set to be released ahead of Burna’s highly anticipated album, “No Sign of Weakness.” “Tatata” is an energetic and playful fusion of Afrobeats and hip-hop rhythms. The track is both catchy and full of character, showcasing Burna and Travis’s unique talents. It’s a confident and upbeat anthem, with Burna and Travis trading verses that flirt,…

Turning 40 doesn’t always come with a soft-focus glow, a glittering staircase, and a dress that looks like it was stitched with star dust, but for Damilola Adegbite, it did. If turning 40 looks like this, please sign us all the way up. You already know she’s got that effortless beauty thing down, but this gown? This gown was next level. The mermaid gown she wore—pale nude, sheer in all the right places—was a study in quiet drama. The bodice, sculpted with a sweetheart neckline, is thick with beadwork and crystal detail, hugging her torso before falling away into a…

Net migration to the UK drop sharply in 2024, falling by almost half compared to the previous year, according to new figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The latest estimates show a net migration figure of 431,000 – the number of people who arrived in the UK minus those who left – in the 12 months to December 2024. That’s down from 860,000 in 2023, marking the largest numerical decrease on record. Key Factors Behind the Sharp Decline The ONS attributes the dramatic drop to several factors: Reduced work and study migration following policy changes introduced by…

Authorities have captured a fifth fugitive days after 10 inmates escaped from the Orleans Parish Justice Center, a decaying jail facility in New Orleans, Louisiana. Corey Boyd, 19, was apprehended on Tuesday, May 20, by Louisiana State Police (LSP) in the Iberville neighborhood. Boyd was among the group of inmates who broke out of the facility around 1 a.m. on Friday. According to an official statement from LSP, Boyd was originally incarcerated for multiple serious offenses, including Second Degree Murder, Attempted Second Degree Murder, Aggravated Battery, and Threatening a Public Official. Surveillance footage shows 11 New Orleans inmates scaping jail…