[Leadership] In addition to the Consumer Protection Portal (CPP), recently unveiled to address issues and agitations arising from flight delays and cancellations, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), has again, introduced another layer of protection for air travel consumers.

Kenneth Walsh, Chief White House Correspondent for US News and World Report, discusses what came out of the meeting between President Obama and Texas Governor Rick Perry.

Jeremy Herb, Defense Reporter for POLITICO, talks about the latest in Syria and President Obama considering expanding airstrikes.

[This Day] Shell will continue to power progress in the drive for energy security in Nigeria through its businesses in the Upstream, Midstream and Downstream and Renewables sectors, Country Chair, Shell Companies in Nigeria and Managing Director, The Shell Petroleum Development Company of Nigeria Ltd (SPDC,) Osagie Okunbor said yesterday in Lagos.

[This Day] Fact have emerged on how one of Nigeria's billionaire's and business mogul, Dr Innocent Nnamene rose from a humble beginning to build one of the most successful business empires in Nigeria.

[This Day] The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted property taxes as a crucial but underutilised revenue source for Nigeria and other low-income countries aiming to achieve sustainable growth.

[This Day] *IPMAN says it expects to agree petrol price with Dangote refinery in 48 hours*Crude nears two-week low as OPEC cuts demand view

[This Day] Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia, Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, has assured President Bola Tinubu that his country would support Nigeria's economic reforms.

[Leadership] President Bola Tinubu on Tuesday declared a new chapter in Edo State's history with the triumph of democratic values as Senator Monday Okpebholo and Dennis Idahosa were sworn in as governor and deputy governor, respectively.

[Leadership] The quest to resolve the power crisis in Northern Nigeria appears increasingly bleak as new revelations have surfaced regarding the mismanagement and neglect that have plunged the region into prolonged darkness.

[Vanguard] The United Nations, UN, Secretary-General, António Guterres, has warned about the dire need for climate action and increased funding to support vulnerable nations, stressing that "the era of global warming has ended; the era of global boiling has arrived".

[Premium Times] The cleric commended the government for ensuring that the scope of intervention of TETFund expanded from building infrastructure to carrying out research programmes.

[Premium Times] The president arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja at about 8. 00 p.m. and was welcomed by members of his administration.

[Vanguard] The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has ceased importing refined petroleum products, according to Mele Kyari, the group chief executive officer (GCEO) of NNPC.

[This Day] On the back of galloping inflation, regulating expenses, and devaluation of the local currency, a total of 23 leading companies on the Nigeria Exchange Limited (NGX), reported a whooping N5.1 trillion operating expenses in the half year (H1) ended June 2024.

[This Day] Kayode Tokede

[Leadership] Cocoa Farmers Association of Nigeria (CFAN), has challenged the National Task Force (NTF), states, the federal government and stakeholders in the cocoa value chain to intensify efforts in flushing out fake and adulterated agro-chemicals from the market to increase the production of cocoa in the country.

[This Day] The stock market segment of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) kicked off the new week on a negative note, dropping by N448.41 billion over investors' profit-taking in BUA Cement Plc and 27 others listed companies.

[Vanguard] The Nigerian stock market ended last week ended on a bearish note, as both the Nigerian Exchange, NGX All Share Index, ASI and market capitalisation fell to 97,432.02 points, and market N59.038 trillion, down from the previous week's close of 99, 448. 91 points and N59. 432 trillion respectively.

[Daily Trust] Global stock markets rose and the dollar slid yesterday as investors steel themselves for a coin-toss US presidential election, an interest rate decision and expected Chinese stimulus measures.

[This Day] Kayode Tokede

[Vanguard] Oando PLC, Africa's leading energy solutions company listed on both the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NGX) and Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) has announced a 51% growth in revenue of N2 trillion in the unaudited first half 2024, HI'24 compared to N1.3 trillion in H1'23.

[Premium Times] MTN Nigeria hopes to use the cash to bridge the working capital gap in the short term.

[This Day] The stock market segment of the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) yesterday gained N131 billion in market capitalisation to halt a six-day losing momentum.

[Leadership] The director-general, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr Emomotimi Agama and an Octogenarian, Senator Felix Bajomo were among the 80 Stockbrokers invested as Fellows by Chartered Institute of Stockbrokers (CIS).

[This Day] Following the significant increase in price of Premium Motor Spirit and other products, a total of six oil & Gas companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) generated N2.97 trillion revenue in in nine months of 2024.

"One of the problems is the Defense Department doesn't use the software and data that all first-class enterprises in the world use," Jeb Nadaner said.

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How is the Consumer Financial Protection Board using Enterprise Risk Management? What is CFPB doing to embed risk-based decision making into its culture? How is CFPB tackling its most mission critical risks? Join host Michael Keegan as he explores these questions and more with Marianne Roth, Chief Risk Officer, at the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau.

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House appropriators want DoD to deliver new information on how it plans to deliver career technical education and recruit and retain personnel into STEM fields.

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By Greg Thomas, freelance writer.

When manufacturing, these unassuming substances play a crucial role in bringing products together. From the aerospace and automotive industries to electronics and construction, industrial adhesives provide a reliable bond that withstands immense pressure and holds everything in place.

After years of hype, the 3D printing industry has moved onto a more critical examination of the value-add that effective additive manufacturing adoption brings to businesses and supply chains. In a recent episode on 3D printing, the technology innovation podcast ‘Tomorrow’s Tech by IDTechEx’ explored the history and benefits of this versatile technology...

Blue Yonder has announced that capital goods company CNH Industrial has selected Luminate Control Tower, along with several supply chain planning solutions such as forecasting and replenishment, as the backbone of its customer-centric aftermarket supply chain for its parts business.

A silent crisis of ‘serial returns’ is eroding retail profit margins as uncovered in the Annual Returns Benchmark Report 2024* conducted by returns specialist ZigZag, in partnership with Retail Economics, accounting for 1 in 10 (11% of) online shoppers that make returns, are generating a quarter (24%) of all online non-food returns.

The Great South West Partnership has released its anticipated report on the region’s high value manufacturing sector, positioning the area as a key player in the UK's renewed Industrial Strategy.

Teledyne DALSA, a Teledyne Technologies company and global provider of machine vision technology, has launched its next generation AI-powered BOA3 smart camera for industrial automation and inspection.

Compatio AI has introduced the VFD System Configurator Model, specifically built for distributors and manufacturers in the Industrial Automation sector.

Domino Printing Sciences (Domino) has launched the new U510 – a state-of-the-art UV laser coder for permanent codes on white and coloured plastics, including high- and low-density polyethylene (HDPE and LDPE) pharmaceutical bottles. 

In recent times, there has been a greater focus on hygiene in the workplace, likely spurred on by the COVID pandemic. While some germs are completely harmless, others can cause unpleasant illnesses.

A trial for a mass environmental injury is starting more than two years after a jet fuel leak in Pearl Harbor's drinking water poisoned thousands of people.

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Carraig Stanwyck, vice president and head of global cybersecurity and compliance at Avnet, explains why preparation for CMMC should start now.

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Larry Bafundo, the executive director of the TMF, said competitive proposals must include at least some repayment options and have measurable value.

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GSA is testing the water systems at 1,400 federal facilities to create a baseline and remediate any findings of Legionella and other problems.

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A Mississippi sheriff's deputy is suing singer R. Kelly, alleging that Kelly had a yearslong affair with his wife that broke up his marriage

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Biochemist Karikó honoured in her Hungarian home town for COVID work

Sanofi/GSK launch Phase III trial of COVID-19 vaccine, will test efficacy against variants

Variable aperture lenses have been present on some Android flagship phones for some time now. #variableaperture #iphone18 #apple

The ACTIVATION research initiative hopes to engage 1,700 participants and see if digital health trackers and personal coaching can help change a sedentary lifestyle. #alexandrahospital #google #fitbit

Austrian pilot breaks world's longest wingsuit flight records

Austrian team sets record at top of Swiss Verzasca dam

Humanitarian crisis in Gaza: 2 million at risk of famine