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Fi, 42 double quotation markI worry that Will sees me more as a mother figure than a sexual being The other morning, I woke up horny and suggested a quickie, but Will said he was too tired – it was too early. When I found him masturbating in bed the next day, I felt so rejected. I drove to work in floods of tears. I knew my feelings weren’t rational – there’s nothing wrong with masturbating – but they were real. All I could think was: couldn’t we have had those two minutes of intimacy yesterday?I love sex and the…

*Says new order to provide certainty for businesses, investors, tax administrators Ndubuisi Francis in Abuja The federal government has inaugurated an Inter-Ministerial Committee to develop the 2026 Value Added Tax (VAT) Modification Order, a major step towards ensuring the smooth implementation of Nigeria’s new tax laws and providing greater certainty for businesses, investors and tax administrators. Among others, the committee is saddled with the task of recommending a comprehensive schedule of VAT-exempt and zero-rated supplies, taking into account revenue implications, social impact, Nigeria’s treaty obligations, and regional integration commitments.The Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Taiwo…

This fourth instalment of the Sundiata Post Model asks the inevitable question: What must a knowledge-producing newsroom do to survive, adapt and remain relevant across generations?  That question is the gateway to what we call the Realm of the Long Term. Every institution eventually enters the Realm of the Long Term. It is the stage at which immediate success gives way to enduring relevance, and where the central question is no longer whether an organisation can perform today, but whether it can continue creating public value across generations. Entering this realm requires more than ambition. It demands governance, institutional memory,…

People are selecting from an assortment of premium Lindt chocolates at the Lindt & Sprungli chocolate shop.Nurphoto | Nurphoto | Getty ImagesCocoa prices are beginning to ease after a record-breaking rally, but don’t expect cheaper candy just yet as the world’s biggest chocolate makers turn to social media-inspired products and other strategies to win shoppers back.Cocoa prices reached record highs over the past two years, triggered by adverse weather conditions and poor cocoa harvests that pushed chocolate costs higher and dampened consumer sentiment. However, the price of cocoa now appears to be falling. Cocoa futures were last trading at $5327…

Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 137, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you’re new here, welcome, happy phone season, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.)This week, I’ve been reading about Google Zero and armored cars for rich people, watching a lot of That’s a Bad Idea videos now that YouTube knows my love for Curry Barker, testing the new 2Do redesign for my tasks, watching this excellent doc about the legendary designer Susan Kare, obsessing over every sound on the Jauffre’s Sounds TikTok, sending myself lockscreen…

Nwabueze Onwuneme Abia State Governor, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, is one state governor that is wholeheartedly celebrated not just in his state and Nigeria but globally. From what I observed here in the United Kingdom when the governor came here to deliver a public lecture at the University of Northampton, during the University’s Annual Conference on Racial Justice, I can say, without any doubt in my mind, that this unique Nigerian political leader is actually being celebrated today, not only within God’s Own State, where he has reportedly offered good governance, but also beyond his direct area of relevance as…

Anthony Joshua produced a breathtaking comeback to stop Kristian Prenga by knockout in the second round on Saturday night, overcoming an early scare to move within touching distance of a long-awaited heavyweight showdown with Tyson Fury. The former two-time world heavyweight champion endured a nightmare start as the aggressive Albanian challenger stormed out of the blocks, rocking Joshua with a series of heavy punches in the opening round. Prenga’s explosive start stunned the crowd as he floored Joshua twice, threatening one of the biggest upsets of the year and leaving the British-Nigerian star facing serious adversity. But champions are often…

Singer also plays surprise set at his curated Wisconsin festival, Vernon’s first full set of Bon Iver music in nearly three years Justin Vernon, a.k.a. Bon Iver, returned to the stage Friday at his curated Eaux Claires festival, performing a lengthy set of Bob Dylan covers as well as a surprise set of his own music. The announced “Bon Dylan” set featured Vernon and friends playing over a dozen of the legendary singer-songwriter’s tracks, from well-known classics like “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door,” “All Along the Watchtower,” and “Tangled Up in Blue” to more obscure fare like Shot of Love’s “Shooting…

You have had a Spotify account for years and your credit card is linked for the monthly payments. When an email arrives telling you that your payment couldn’t be processed you are not surprised as the expiry date on the card is soon.“We encountered an issue while processing your recent payment,” it says. “To keep your access active and avoid interruption, please review and update your information.”All you need to do, according to the email, is click the button to “update payment method”. “This only takes a moment and helps ensure uninterrupted access to your account and services.”When you click…

Student protests are an integral part of a vibrant democracy. Young people have every right to question institutions and voice their concerns when they feel their future is at stake. However, moments of unrest should also become opportunities for reflection. Rajive Kumar The concerns surrounding examination irregularities caused understandable anxiety among students and parents. A paper leak should never occur. It places an unnecessary burden on lakhs of aspirants who prepare tirelessly for years. At the same time, it is important to acknowledge that the government responded by initiating corrective measures, conducting the examination again and moving ahead with admissions.…