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Hong Kong Urgently Removes Scaffolding Nets Following Deadly Wang Fuk Court Fire
Hong Kong Orders Immediate Removal of Scaffolding Nets Hong Kong, December 4, 2025 – Hong Kong authorities have rushed to remove scaffolding mesh from all buildings undergoing renovations across the city following the deadly fire at Wang Fuk Court, which claimed at least 159 lives. The government mandated that all nets be removed from public
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Peter Okoye Says He Fears Poverty More Than Death
Nigerian singer Peter Okoye (Mr P) revealed on the Nancy Isime Show that his greatest fear is poverty, not death. He recounted a childhood experience when his family’s single-room apartment was demolished after the landlord sold the property. Living with six siblings and his parents in one room, the family had to divide the space
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Rio Tinto Engages with Chinalco to Address Shareholding Constraints and Unlock Buyback Potential
Rio Tinto CEO Discusses Governance Challenges with Chinese Shareholder London, December 4, 2025 – Rio Tinto CEO Simon Trott confirmed that the mining giant is actively working with its main shareholder, Aluminium Corporation of China Limited (Chinalco), to address governance constraints that currently restrict the company’s ability to conduct share buybacks. Speaking at Rio Tinto’s
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One Feared Dead in Clash Between Rival Cult Groups in Lagos
At least one person has died following violent clashes between suspected Aiye and Eiye confraternity members in the Awoyaya area of Lagos State. The unrest reportedly began on Monday, spilling into Tuesday, and caused widespread panic among residents. A young man, identified as Pelebe, was confirmed dead, while another victim sustained a gunshot wound to
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Indian Rupee Forwards Surge as Rate-Cut Bets Fade Amid Thin Liquidity
Indian Rupee Forwards Hit Highest Levels Since January Mumbai, December 4, 2025 – The Indian rupee’s forward premiums soared to their highest levels since January, extending a recent rally fueled by waning bets on a Reserve Bank of India (RBI) rate cut and a sharp decline in the spot rupee. Traders cited thin market liquidity
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KWASU Temporarily Relocates Ilesha-Baruba Campus Over Security Concerns
The Kwara State University (KWASU), Malete, has temporarily relocated its Ilesha-Baruba campus to the main Malete campus due to security concerns, the university confirmed in a statement by spokesperson Dr. Saeedat Aliyu. The move is a precautionary measure as the year ends. The university noted that during a recent visit to the campus, everything was
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ADB and World Bank Launch Pacific Islands Projects Under Innovative Cofinancing Model
Asian Development Bank and World Bank Introduce Cofinancing Framework for Pacific Islands Manila, December 4, 2025 – The Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the World Bank have launched two major projects in the Pacific Islands under a first-of-its-kind cofinancing model, designed to streamline lending processes and accelerate project delivery. The launch follows approval of the
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China Streamlines Rare Earth Export Licenses to Boost Trade
China Introduces Streamlined Export Licenses for Rare Earths Beijing, December 4, 2025 – China announced it is issuing streamlined export licenses for rare earth elements, a move aimed at facilitating global trade after easing tensions between the U.S. and China. The announcement, reported by state media Xinhua, follows a high-level meeting between U.S. President Donald
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Gov Bago Assures Parents as 265 Papiri School Pupils Abducted
Niger State Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has assured parents and residents that the state government is working round the clock with security agencies to rescue students and staff abducted from St. Mary’s Catholic School, Papiri, in Agwara Local Government Area. The abduction occurred on November 21, 2025, when suspected bandits attacked the school, shooting security
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Taiwan President Urges China to Prioritize Economic Growth Over Territorial Expansion
Taiwan President Calls for Economic Focus Amid Rising Tensions Taipei, December 4, 2025 – Taiwan President Lai Ching-te urged China to concentrate on strengthening its economy rather than pursuing “territorial expansion,” highlighting the growing contrast between Taiwan’s economic momentum and China’s slower growth. Speaking at the New York Times’ DealBook Summit, Lai emphasized that Taiwan’s
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