Texel, The Hague, Haarlem: Locals like to swap Amsterdam for these quieter Dutch destinations

Amsterdam is a notorious tourist hotspot. Every year, millions come to the city for its photogenic canals, world-class museums, and “coffee shops. But like many other major European cities, it’s becoming oversaturated with tourists, so much so...

NHC monitoring new development as Tropical Storm Jerry weakens in Atlantic

NHC monitoring new development as Tropical Storm Jerry weakens in Atlantic CENTRAL FLORIDA IS AGAIN A HURRICANE HOTSPOT THIS YEAR. OH MY GOD. MAKE SURE THAT YOU’RE PREPARING FOR THE POTENTIAL THAT YOU MAY HAVE TO EVACUATE. WE’VE SEEN THE IMPACT OF...

GACH Global Unveils Arrival of High-Quality Basalt to Boost Gambia’s Construction Sector

The GACH Global has officially announced the arrival of a significant shipment of basalt, a development that marks a crucial milestone for the country’s construction industry. This strategic import is expected to bolster infrastructural projects,...

The Energy Report: Oil Price Confliction

Oil prices can’t get out of its recent trading range even as U.S. President Donald Trump warns that he can impose major sanctions on Russia if NATO countries follow suit and halt the purchases of Russian oil. He is also warning, according to...

CIN: Charting Bold Future

Adedayo Adejobi At its 9th Annual General Meeting, the Compliance Institute, Nigeria (CIN) once again demonstrated why it has become the most important professional body shaping the future of regulatory practice in West Africa. The gathering was...

From Spain to Egypt: 10 Best Winter Sun Getaways

From Spain to Egypt: 10 Best Winter Sun Getaways (Image Credit: Canva) Nothing compares to the feeling of warm sunshine on a cold day. If you've been having the winter blues and are looking for places to escape the cold, we have curated a list of...

Looking to retire? The world’s best destination is in Europe

Rising life expectancies and improved options to move abroad are fuelling so-called "retirement migration". Unsure of where to spend your 'golden years'? According to the 2025 Global Retirement Report, the best countries to relocate to are...

Back To The Beach: WOMEX 2026 Heads To Las Palmas, Oct. 21–25

WOMEX, the Worldwide Music Expo, will return to Gran Canaria in 2026, with Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, confirmed as host city for the event’s 32nd edition from 21 to 25 October. The Canary Islands last hosted the world music conference and...

Linking biodiversity protection with community development in an era of crisis (commentary)

Environmental discourse and momentum seem to be weakening lately, as urgent geopolitical and economic priorities push concrete action to the margins, overseas development aid and conservation finance shrinks, while conflicts, shifting power...

Team Europe commits €11.5bn of investment to South Africa

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen on October 9 unveiled a Team Europe investment package worth nearly €12-billion, at the Global Gateway Forum, in Brussels, Belgium. Through Global...

Cameroon Eyes Victory Against Mauritius in World Cup Qualifier

St. Pierre, Mauritius — The Cameroon national football team is set to face Mauritius in a crucial World Cup Qualifiers match on October 8, 2025, at the Cote d’Or National Sports Complex. After a disappointing 1-0 loss against Cape Verde, Cameroon...

Adams Oshiomhole Biography: From Labour Battles to Legislative Power

Born in Iyamho, Edo State, Adams Aliyu Oshiomhole rose from trade-union activism to become Nigeria’s labour leader, served two terms as Edo State governor, later chaired the All Progressives Congress (APC), and currently represents Edo North in...

Provide the Slide: Surfing as a Tool for Empowerment

LOS ANGELES, California — For some, a surf board is just a wooden board. For others, it has the power to change a life. One thing is certain: surfing goes far beyond a simple sport. In many West African coastal communities, it is becoming a tool...

LOI preview: Hoops ready to celebrate as Shels visit

Shamrock Rovers need just a point to be crowned SSE Airtricity Men's Premier Division champions tonight as they face Shelbourne in a re-arranged match at Tallaght Stadium. The league title will officially move from north Dublin to south as the...

Faculty Fulbrights Offer Global Journey with a Personal Impact

Resilience in the Face of Disaster Karen Barton is no stranger to the world of Fulbrights. When she left Colorado to travel to Cabo Verde for the summer, the trip marked her 11th Fulbright-sponsored research venture. Less familiar for her is being...

China’s eight-point rules hailed as ‘game changer’

BEIJING, China, Oct 9 — Foreign officials have commended China’s eight-point decision, recognizing it not only as a code of conduct that promotes integrity and focuses on serving the people, but has also reshaped international perceptions of the...

Team Europe reaches €300 billion target for Global Gateway investments ahead of time

(Credit: Unsplash) This article is brought to you in association with the European Commission. Today at the opening of the Global Gateway Forum, President von der Leyen laid down her vision for strengthened partnerships in a radically changing...

Russia moves to add 4 African countries to its visa-free travel network

According to the Russian Foreign Ministry, Russians may soon be able to travel visa-free to several additional African nations for stays of up to 30 to 90 days, with draft agreements currently under review, Izvestia reports. The move would expand...

Eight-point rules hailed as 'game changer'

Foreign officials have commended China's eight-point decision, recognizing it not only as a code of conduct that promotes integrity and focuses on serving the people, but has also reshaped international perceptions of the Communist Party of China...

Surfing as a Tool for Empowerment in Africa

LOS ANGELES, California — For some, a surf board is just a wooden board. For others, it has the power to change a life. One thing is certain: surfing goes far beyond a simple sport. In many West African coastal communities, it is becoming a tool...