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Qoray Mobility & Energies Ltd (QORAY), a clean energy and sustainable mobility company operating across Nigeria, today formally introduced its founding Executive Leadership Team. Led by Founder and Chief Executive Officer Olabanjo Alimi, alongside Co-Founders Akinkunmi Akingbogun (Vice President, Mobility) and Ayo Falola (Vice President, Renewable Energy), the team has collectively driven the deployment of 2,150+ electric vehicles, over 7MWh of decentralised solar systems, and more than ₦20 billion in clean energy assets across Nigeria. “Our mission is to drive Africa’s transition to clean energy and sustainable mobility through community, innovation, and partnerships. QORAY exists to power progress sustainably and…

Scientists have uncovered evidence that could change how doctors think about a common form of stroke and why standard preventive treatments often fail. New research suggests that lacunar ischemic stroke is not primarily caused by fatty plaque building up inside arteries, as many have assumed. Instead, the strongest link appears to be with changes in the brain’s blood vessels themselves, specifically the enlargement and widening of arteries. The findings may help explain why commonly prescribed stroke prevention medications such as aspirin and other antiplatelet drugs have had limited success in preventing this type of stroke. Researchers say the results are…

From the jubilant streets of Cairo to the packed stands in Dallas, Egypt’s historic FIFA World Cup campaign has reached another unforgettable milestone. The Pharaohs booked their place in the Round of 16 for the first time in the nation’s history after defeating Australia 4-2 on penalties following a tense 1-1 draw in their Round of 32 clash at Dallas Stadium. It was another landmark moment for a team that arrived in North America determined to rewrite Egypt’s World Cup story, and they have done exactly that. As the decisive penalty found the back of the net, celebrations erupted on…

Donald Trump may not have been invited to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce‘s wedding, but he did manage to insert himself into the festivities in the form of a meme. The White House responded to the couple’s marriage on Twitter, posting a riff on the signs that appeared outside Madison Square Garden on Friday night after they officially tied the knot. “IT’S HAPPENED!!!” the page wrote along with the meme, which showcased signs reading “Trump Is Your President” instead of “JUST&T MARRIED.” The New York City venue, which hosted the wedding, displayed numerous illuminated signs right after Swift and Kelce…

Minutes after England survived a World Cup scare against DR Congo to squeeze into the round of 16, the focus shifted to what’s next for the Three Lions.But it was not the threat of the in-form Mexico team that made the most noise, but the challenge of playing at the Azteca Stadium, the iconic football venue that can take your breath away, quite literally.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listThe Mexico vs England match on Sunday evening in Mexico City is the most talked-about fixture of this knockout round, with the discussion ranging from the change in kickoff time…

Celebrating his seizure of Crimea in 2014, President Vladimir V. Putin later called the peninsula an “unsinkable aircraft carrier,” hailing Russia’s return there as a symbol of revanchist ambition.Now the Ukrainian military is hammering Crimea with swarming drone attacks, seeking to transform it from a Russian-occupied fortress into a nightmare for the Kremlin to manage.All of this has shaken life in Crimea to the greatest extent since Russia illegally annexed the peninsula in 2014. It has also caused some Russian forces along the southern front to shift into defensive operations, according to Kostiantyn Mashovets, a Ukrainian military analyst.Overnight Wednesday into…

US companies are facing a sharp increase in green energy costs as the Trump administration halts renewable tax credits at the same time as cash-rich data centres are snapping up the available supply.According to a survey of solar and wind developers across the US by LevelTen Energy, a clean energy marketplace, the cost of clean energy power purchase agreements (PPAs) is set to increase by 40 to 120 per cent once Inflation Reduction Act subsidies for solar and wind projects come to a close. For instance in Texas, PPA prices could jump from $55 per megawatt-hour to $121.Under US President…

The browser wars have entered a new phase this year: The fight isn’t just over search results anymore — it’s over which company’s AI gets to act on your behalf inside the browser. Google Chrome and Apple’s Safari still dominate the market overall, with Chrome’s edge coming largely from how aggressively it has woven generative AI into search. But 2026 has brought a wave of new entrants — from well-funded startups to Big Tech — all betting that the browser is about to become less like a window onto the web and more like an assistant that gets things done…

Adedayo Oketola, the Chief Press Secretary and Media Adviser to the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission, speaks on the June 20 Ekiti State election, lessons learnt from previous polls in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja, and Anambra State, among others. Sunday Ehigiator brings the excerpts: How do you measure the success of the Ekiti election? The Ekiti State Governorship Election on June 20, 2026, marks the third major off-cycle election successfully delivered under the leadership of our Chairman, Professor Joash Amupitan, SAN. This follows the successful conduct of the Anambra State Governorship Election on Saturday, November 8,…

FIFA has announced it will blend football with patriotism on Saturday as the United States marks its Independence Day and 250th anniversary, with elaborate pre-match celebrations planned ahead of both FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16 fixtures in Houston and Philadelphia. The two host cities will stage specially curated ceremonies showcasing American history, culture and entertainment before the knockout matches, offering fans a unique Fourth of July experience on football’s biggest stage. Houston to light up with patriotic display Houston Stadium will host a red, white and blue-themed celebration designed to commemorate Independence Day while showcasing the city to…