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The United States has said the world faces the gravest nuclear danger since the 1962 Cuban Missile Crisis because of remarks by Russian leader Vladimir Putinduring the Ukraine conflict, but Moscow says its position has been misinterpreted. Kyiv and its Western allies fear tactical nuclear weapons could be used in battle after Putin and others warned Russia was prepared to use all its vast arsenal in defence. WHAT ARE TACTICAL NUCLEAR WEAPONS? Academics and arms control negotiators have spent years arguing about how to define tactical nuclear weapons (TNW). The clue is in the name: they are nuclear weapons used…
As humans, we are wired for connection. Whether at work or in our personal relationships, we want to be around people who make us feel appreciated and understood. When we feel that way, we want to spend more time with these sorts of individuals—whether that means hiring them, buying from them, or helping them in any manner we can. Successful people have strong networks made up of people they trust, believe in, and can count on for support through good times and bad. One common denominator among individuals who have the ability to form meaningful connections is that they have…
If international forums are any indication, Russia remains persona non grata over its invasion of Ukraine. In a U.N. vote Wednesday on a resolution condemning Moscow’s illegal annexation of Ukrainian territory last month, 143 of the body’s 193 members voted in favor—the highest number of votes against Moscow since its invasion began. Thirty-five countries abstained, while just five—Russia, as well as its allies in Belarus, North Korea, Syria, and Nicaragua—voted against. The outcome was hailed by Western leaders in the U.S. and elsewhere as a clear indication of Russia’s international isolation. But it also revealed how many countries remain on…
Poor women suffer heart attacks almost six years earlier than rich women, a new study has revealed. Scientists behind the research say women on low incomes lack the health choices and lifestyle care available to their richer neighbors. Researchers at the Austrian Academy of Sciences studied the socio-economic background of cardiovascular patients in Vienna, the Austrian capital. They discovered that poorer people suffered heart attacks sooner in life than wealthier people and that this was even more pronounced in women. The academy said in a statement: "Eating a balanced diet, avoiding stress, getting plenty of exercise and also keeping an…
Memory is a fickle thing. For example, you may remember something significant that happened a decade ago, but not what you had for dinner last Tuesday. Or maybe you are simply forgetful with the little things, like misplacing your keys, reading texts but forgetting to respond, or losing track of appointments. Everyone forgets things every now and then, but if you are often forgetful — with important things just out of grasp in your mind or words right on the tip of your tongue — it can feel debilitating and beyond frustrating. Although some memory loss and forgetfulness is normal…
Not far from Berlin’s Tempelhof airport, Peter Engelke is putting up a new security gate at his warehouse because of concerns about desperate people pilfering his stock. The precious asset at risk is firewood. Engelke’s actions reflect growing anxiety across Europe as the continent braces for energy shortfalls, and possibly blackouts, this winter. The apparent sabotage of the Nord Stream gas pipeline is the latest sign of the region’s critical position as Russia slashes supplies in the standoff over the war in Ukraine. At a summit in Prague on Friday, European Union leaders fell short of agreeing on a price…
Want to influence your genes to crack the longevity code? Health (like wealth) comes down to making the right choices and following a few simple rules. One of the most common arguments against embracing a growth mindset -- the perspective that we can be what we work to become -- is genetics: That we are what we are, and no matter what we do or hard we try, we will never really be able to change. Sometimes that's true, especially where certain physical attributes are concerned. But also not. Take longevity, something that is important to all of us not…
Air travel is increasingly becoming a place for misconduct and poor behavior. An American Airlines passenger is facing federal charges for physically assaulting a flight attendant on a flight last week from San José del Cabo, Mexico, to Los Angeles. The unruly passenger was caught on video running up behind the flight attendant before punching them in the back of the head. American Airlines said "acts of violence against our team members are not tolerated" and banned the assaulter from ever flying with the airline again. In the past year, there have been 1,973 reports of unruly passengers and 680…
Victoria Okonkwo sits in a canoe as neighbours paddle her away from her house in Nigeria's food basket, Benue state, which is now under water – along with more than 100,000 hectares (247,100 acres) of farmland. "It was last week that it started, so I left thinking that the water will not be this much," Okonkwo, 45, told Reuters. "Now I am displaced with my children." Okonkwo is among at least half a million Nigerians affected by flooding in 29 of Nigeria's 36 states this year. Farmers say the rising waters will push food bills higher in a nation where…
Success rarely happens overnight -- especially in business, where success is almost always the result of years of sustained effort. It takes time to make the right connections. It takes time to build a great team. It takes time to create long-term, loyal customers. In business, longevity matters, so much so that Warren Buffett calls time "the Methuselah Technique": the financial advantages of a long life and a high rate of return. And then there's this: Research shows a 60 year-old startup founder is 3 times as likely to found a successful startup as a 30-year-old startup founder, and is…
May 19, 2024

Insecurity, high energy costs shutting down manufacturing firms - MAN

The Director-General of the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), Segun Ajayi-Kadir, has raised concerns that…
May 19, 2024

‘Nothing to it’: FG, Presidency dismiss Atiku, Obi’s proposed alliance against Tinubu in 2027 runs

The Federal Government has dismissed the proposed alliance between former Vice President Atiku Abubakar and…
May 14, 2024

These 3 phrases make you sound smarter and more emotionally intelligent, experts say

Sounding smart and emotionally intelligent isn't just about the idea you're trying to convey. How…
May 18, 2024

People are revealing the wild rumours that went around about ‘that one teacher’ in their…

Almost everyone can recall "that one teacher" from their school days who was involved in…
May 15, 2024

Bandits attack 50 communities in Zamfara, kill 49

Bello Hassan, a member of the House of Representatives representing Zurmi/Shinkafi Federal Constituency, reported on…
May 19, 2024

What to know after Day 815 of Russia-Ukraine war

WESTERN PERSPECTIVE Ukraine struggles to hold eastern front as Russians advance on cities For Ukrainian…
May 19, 2024

Scientists develop device that can detect when someone is sarcastic

Experts have developed a device that can detect when someone is sarcastic It works by…
April 30, 2024

Finidi George is new Head Coach for Super Eagles

Former Nigerian winger Finidi George has been appointed as the head coach of the national…

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