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The UK government has announced a £275 million investment in technical training and apprenticeships, positioning it as the centrepiece of its long-awaited industrial strategy. The move is seen as a direct response to Nigel Farage’s growing influence in England’s manufacturing regions, especially in traditional Labour strongholds. The package, unveiled by Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds on Sunday, will fund the establishment of new Technical Excellence Colleges, short courses in artificial intelligence…
Nigel Farage has defended Reform UK’s controversial proposal to attract wealthy individuals to the UK with a £250,000 residency fee and preferential tax treatment, prompting Labour to brand the scheme a billionaires bonanza. At a press conference in London, the Reform UK leader said the plan is designed to reverse the trend of high-net-worth individuals leaving the country, arguing that their presence could boost spending and job creation. Under the…
In one of the most extraordinary matches in UEFA Under-19 Championship history, Spain triumphed 6-5 over Germany after extra time in a semi-final that saw three stoppage-time goals and five more in extra time. Played at the Stadionul Arcul de Triumf in Bucharest, the drama was unrelenting. Pablo García was the hero of the night, netting four goals—including two in stoppage time and the dramatic winner in the dying moments…
Nigeria’s Super Falcons continued their preparation for the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations with a spirited 0-0 draw against Portugal in a friendly match played on Monday, June 23, 2025, in Amadora, Portugal. It was a game marked by defensive resilience and goalkeeping heroics, especially from Nigeria’s Chiamaka Nnadozie, who delivered a standout performance to earn the nine-time African champions a hard-fought clean sheet. The friendly was only the…
Abakaliki FC, the surprise package of the 2025 President Federation Cup, have arrived in Lagos ahead of their highly anticipated final clash with Kwara United this Saturday. The match will mark a historic moment for both clubs as they each make their first-ever appearance in the final of Nigeria’s prestigious domestic cup competition. Nicknamed “The Rice Boys,” Abakaliki FC are a second-tier side playing in the Nigeria National League (NNL).…
Manchester United have submitted an improved offer of over £60 million for Brentford striker Bryan Mbeumo as the club continues its ambitious summer rebuild under new manager Ruben Amorim. After seeing an earlier bid of £45 million plus £10 million in potential add-ons rejected earlier this month, United returned with a new proposal in hopes of securing the signature of the in-demand Cameroon international. Talks between the clubs are expected…
“This Industrial Strategy marks a turning point for Britain’s economy,” Starmer said.
Britain is facing a heightened threat of Iranian retaliation following US airstrikes on Tehran’s nuclear facilities, a senior Cabinet minister has warned. On Saturday night, US President Donald Trump authorised the B-2 bomber strikes on Iran’s three main nuclear sites, calling it a very successful attack. In response, Iran’s foreign minister warned of everlasting consequences, prompting countries across the world to brace for possible reprisals. Speaking on Sunday, Business Secretary…
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has launched a sweeping national investigation into the state of maternity services across England, following a series of high-profile scandals and persistent safety failings. Announcing the review at the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists World Congress, Mr Streeting said the investigation would be modelled on the landmark Darzi review into NHS care and aims to restore public confidence in maternity services. The decision follows emotional…
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has restated his administration’s commitment to resolving the local government leadership issue in the state through legal and peaceful means. In a statement signed by his spokesperson, Olawale Rasheed yesterday, Mr Adeleke congratulated the people of Osun on the recent Court of Appeal judgement. READ ALSO: Davido mocks APC’s Owoeye over alleged Adeleke-Tinubu defection deal The judgement he described as a final affirmation of the…
British Airways and Singapore Airlines have suspended flights to and from Dubai following overnight US airstrikes on Iran, as airlines respond to the rapidly escalating security situation in the region. The UK’s flag carrier cancelled two scheduled flights to Dubai and Doha, both set to depart from London Heathrow on Sunday afternoon. A BA spokesperson confirmed that no flights would operate to or from the Gulf states on Sunday, citing…
A senior UK Cabinet minister has warned that the threat of Iranian retaliation on British soil could intensify following overnight US airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities. President Donald Trump authorised B-2 bomber strikes on three key Iranian nuclear sites, calling the operation a very successful attack. In response, Iran’s foreign minister warned the bombings would have everlasting consequences, prompting international fears of reprisal attacks. Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds said Iran’s…
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