Human hairs, wigs sacrificed to deities, carry bad luck – Singer, Natalie Okri shares
British singer Natalie Okri has claimed that some human hair used for wigs is originally sacrificed to deities and unknown gods. In a video on her Instagram page, she explained that in parts of Asia, women offer their hair at temples as a ritual to shed bad luck and poverty…
Coalition Lauds Seyi Tinubu Over Philanthropy, Youth Empowerment Initiatives
A pro-democracy group, Alliance for Better Nigeria (ABN) has hailed President Bola Tinubu’s son Seyi over his philanthropic, humanitarian, and youth empowerment quest in Nigeria over the years. In a statement signed by the coordinator of the group, Gbolahan Jonah Osipitan, on Friday in Abuja revealed that Seyi Tinubu’s efforts…
FG not interfering with independence of NHRC – Minister
The Federal Government under President Bola Tinubu is not interfering with the independence of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), an official has said. Mr Lateef Fagbemi (SAN), the Minister of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, said this on Monday while commissioning the Kebbi Office of NHRC in Birnin Kebbi on Monday…
NDPC secures judiciary’s backing to strengthen data privacy rights
By Blessing Emmanuel In a major step towards reinforcing data privacy rights in Nigeria, the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) has secured the support of the National Judicial Institute (NJI), the institution responsible for training judicial officers from magistrate courts to the Supreme Court. During a courtesy visit to the NJI…
This Algae Is Taking Over Lakes and It’s Worse Than You Think
A study of Kenya’s Winam Gulf is shedding light on how harmful algal blooms may evolve in a warming climate. Scientists identified toxin-producing cyanobacteria that threaten water supplies, wildlife, and human health. Their findings could help predict similar changes in Lake Erie. To better understand how harmful algal blooms (HABs) might develop in Lake Erie…
Sinking Cities, Surging Seas – A NASA Discovery That Redefines Coastal Risk
Sea level rise isn’t just about melting ice caps—it’s also about shifting land. A NASA-led study shows that parts of California’s coastline are sinking faster than the ocean is rising, amplifying local sea level rise. Using satellite data, researchers pinpointed areas where land movement—caused by human activities like groundwater extraction and natural forces like tectonics—is…
Breakthrough AI Reveals the Universe’s Hidden Signals
Machine learning tool will help answer fundamental questions about the universe. A new AI-driven tool allows scientists to analyze vast amounts of LIGO data without human input. It identifies environmental noise sources, such as earthquakes and ocean waves, that interfere with gravitational wave detection, paving the way for improved signal clarity…
PAHO sends critical medicines and health emergency supplies to Haiti amid ongoing humanitarian crisis
PAHO sends critical medicines and health emergency supplies to Haiti amid ongoing humanitarian crisis Oscar Reyes 21 Feb 2025…
Lee Yo Won, Chani, And Jung Kyung Ho’s Upcoming Sci-Fi Film Announces Premiere Date With Intriguing Poster
The upcoming film “Ghosts” (literal title) has announced its release date! “Ghosts” explores a world set in the near future where human-like AIs coexist with real humans in South Korea. The film expands on the universe of director Hwang Seung Jae’s award-winning film “The Interviewees,” which won the Grand Prize (Daesang) in the Video Category……