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The creators of South Park, the animated TV show, have announced that its new series will be named South America, in an apparent reference to US President Donald Trump’s attempts to rename a lake and a gulf.”Inspired by the bravery and patriotism of Apple and Google, we are changing the name of South Park to SOUTH AMERICA,” creators Matt Stone and Trey Parker wrote in a statement. Trump signed an executive order in August to rename Lake Ontario as Lake America, and last year declared that the Gulf of Mexico be known as the Gulf of America.The announcement from South…

The Lagos State Government has opened the inbound carriageway of the AFA Bridge on Agric-Isawo Road, Ikorodu, to traffic, easing movement for motorists who have had to contend with flooding and the poor condition of the old crossing. According to a report by Punch Newspaper on Wednesday, the opening came during an inspection of road and bridge projects in Ikorodu and Kosofe by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Olufemi Daramola; the Permanent Secretary, Office of Infrastructure, Olutokunbo Oyenuga; and other government officials. Mr Daramola stated that the newly opened carriageway would enable motorists to use the elevated…

For readers outside Israel, the words “right” and “left” can be misleading when applied to Israeli politics. In Europe or the United States, those labels are usually organised around taxation, welfare, labour, immigration, race, religion and the size of government. Israel has versions of these debates, but they do not structure its party system in the same way.For decades, the Israeli divide has centred on a different set of questions: the Palestinians, territory, security, settlements, the meaning of Zionism and the tension between the Jewish character of the state and its democratic institutions. Economic and social policy still matter, but…

• Presidential hopeful rebukes act, visits Plateau  •We were not aware of his visit, Benue govt strongly dismisses alleged links with the thugs  • We provided security, police declare  • Kwankwaso, NDC, HURIWA, others decry devt Chuks Okocha, Onyebuchi Ezigbo, Sunday Aborisade, Alex Enumah in Abuja, George Okoh in Makurdi and Yemi Kosoko in Jos In what may be a foretaste of what lies ahead, as the 2027 election campaigns commence, the presidential candidate of Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr Peter Obi, was yesterday prevented by some Benue youths from visiting Yelewata community in Guma Local Government Area of the…

Google on Wednesday said it would invest 13 billion euros ($15.1 billion) into AI infrastructure in Finland, marking the tech giant’s largest single investment in Europe.Finland has emerged as a key location for data centers amid the AI boom, with hyperscalers and developers eyeing its available land and power, which is in short supply throughout most of Europe.This is a developing story. Refresh for updates.Choose CNBC as your preferred source on Google and never miss a moment from the most trusted name in business news.

UK-based manufacturing software startup CloudNC announced a $20 million B extension round on Wednesday, bringing its lifetime total raised amount to $128 million. The company’s last major raise was four years ago, its co-founder and CEO Theo Saville told TechCrunch. Saville launched CloudNC in 2015 with Chris Emery, now the company’s chief science officer, and offers AI-powered CAM Assist software that automates parts of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining. CNC is the process of using computer-controlled machines to cut or shape materials precisely into the parts that are then used in automotive, defense, or consumer hardware industries. Before a part…

By Christopher Ameh, Bauchi BAUCHI — THE Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Bauchi State has dismissed reports that its structure has collapsed into the Allied Peoples Movement (APM), describing the claim as false and alleging that it was being spread by individuals impersonating party officials. The party’s Legal Adviser in the state, Yahaya Garkuwa, stated this on Tuesday at a press conference held at the PDP secretariat along Maiduguri Bypass, Bauchi. Garkuwa said the PDP recognised by law in Bauchi State remained the faction led by Hon. Ibrahim Kashim Toro, while the national leadership was headed by Abdulrahman Mohammed. He…

A new re-introduction programme in the Severn Vale area would require a government licence. Studies are being carried out to find suitable locations and a consultation is underway with landowners and users who might be affected by the change in the landscape.”We have to make sure that we are working really closely with people who live, work and manage the areas that we’re thinking about putting beavers,” said Mega Adamou, of Gloucestershire Wildlife Trust.”We’ll be seeing more complex wetland habitats being created,” she added. “We’ll be seeing a little bit more resilience to drought in those areas where the beavers…

Ryan Garcia was a no-show for his first face-off with Conor Benn on Tuesday before their world title fight this weekend in Las Vegas.The American was scheduled to attend a photo opportunity, but skipped it to leave Benn appearing alone.Benn, 29, did have the company of his father, boxing legend Nigel Benn, who pretended to face off with his son.After joking around with his dad, Benn said Garcia “didn’t turn up”.”I apologise for Ryan doing what Ryan does and bottling it. We turn up, we’re here, ready for the face-off,” he said.”Come Saturday, he’s in for a war.”Garcia defends his…

Pie Aerts’s striking images of horsemen who live an extremely solitary existence reveal hidden stories of loneliness, alcoholism and a fading heritage Continue reading…