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US Treasuries were set to end June with a modest gain thanks to a collapse in inflation expectations, ending the market’s performance drought over the first five months of the year.

Tesla has begun testing a production version of its Cybercab that has two seats, but no steering wheel or pedals, in Austin, Texas. For now, the testing is being done with a safety monitor in the right passenger seat, according to a video posted on X, the social media platform owned by the electric car maker’s CEO Elon Musk. This test is happening nearly two years after Tesla revealed the design of the Cybercab, which is meant to be a fully autonomous robotaxi that can be hailed through Tesla’s app. Roughly a year ago, Tesla began testing a Tesla Robotaxi…

The presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, NDC, Peter Obi, has called on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to publish the academic certificates and credentials submitted by all candidates seeking elective offices, saying such a move would strengthen transparency and public confidence in Nigeria’s electoral process. Obi made the call in a post on his Facebook page on Tuesday while reflecting on questions contained in the INEC nomination form he completed. According to him, one of the questions in Section E of the form asks whether a candidate has ever been adjudged a lunatic or declared a person…

Search under way for suspect who fled scene after explosive device placed at entrance to residential building wounded three, authorities say.Published On 30 Jun 202630 Jun 2026Authorities in Monaco say at this stage have ruled out “terrorism” as a motive in an explosion that left three people wounded.The powerful blast took place at the entrance to a residential building on Monday evening, after a man had apparently left a package there.Prosecutor Stephane Thibault told reporters on Tuesday the suspect who fled on foot acted alone and remained at large.security-camera footage showed the suspect walking in a street wearing a black…

How much do our genes determine about our lives, and could they influence traits like risk-taking, antisocial behaviour or even violence? Ian Sample talks to Kathryn Paige Harden, a behavioural geneticist and professor of psychology at the University of Texas at Austin who studies how genetic factors shape human behaviour. In her book Original Sin she explores how nature and nurture combine to influence our likelihood of committing crimes, and asks whether the ‘cause’ of our actions matters for how we think about culpability

Real Madrid defender Ferland Mendy will stand trial after one of his dogs allegedly attacked a teenager and two other dogs after escaping from his property, according to Spanish reports on Tuesday. The private prosecution is asking for a six-month prison sentence to be issued for causing injury by gross negligence, as well as fines, a Madrid court said in a document dated January 7 and seen by AFP. The public prosecutor’s office is requesting fines for a minor offence of causing injury. Spanish media said the events took place in January 2023, after four dogs owned by Mendy escaped…

A24‘s highest grossing movie ever, Backrooms, is getting an extended cut as early as this Friday. The Kane Parsons directed movie based on the viral IP will have 16 minutes of brand-new footage and will be freshly titled as Backrooms: Everything Must Go. The new cut will have more lore, and more Easter eggs for fans. Backrooms stars Oscar nominees Chiwetel Ejiofor and Renate Reinsve as well as Mark Duplass, Finn Bennett and Lukita Maxwell. The movie was written by Will Soodik based on Parsons’ series. Backrooms was an unexpected box office sensation this summer with a current running global…

Funmi Ogundare  The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency (LASEPA) has introduced mandatory digital environmental training and certification for individuals and organisations that violate the state’s noise pollution regulations as part of efforts to strengthen environmental compliance through technology-driven solutions. The initiative forms part of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between LASEPA and Simplified IQ Labs Limited at the agency’s headquarters in Alausa, Ikeja, aimed at enhancing scientific and digital approaches to noise pollution management and environmental regulation across the state. Speaking at the signing ceremony Monday, the General Manager of LASEPA, Dr. Babatunde Ajayi, explained that the partnership represents…

Welcome to today’s school assembly news bulletin for June 30, 2026. Staying informed about current affairs helps students understand the world around them, improves general knowledge, and encourages responsible citizenship.Reading the news regularly also enhances communication skills and prepares students for competitive examinations and academic discussions. Here are the top national, international, educational, and sports news headlines for today.National News Headlines1. India Continues Advancing Digital GovernanceIndia is further strengthening digital governance by expanding access to online public services, digital payments, healthcare platforms, educational resources, and citizen-centric government initiatives. These efforts aim to improve transparency, efficiency, and accessibility while promoting digital…

For many Nigerians, the unmistakable smoky flavour of party jollof is more than just a taste; it’s a cherished part of weddings, birthdays, naming ceremonies and other celebrations that bring families and communities together. That enduring culinary tradition took centre stage over the weekend as Knorr Jollof Fest 2026 returned to Lagos, celebrating Nigeria’s love for food, music and culture while introducing a new seasoning inspired by the country’s iconic party jollof. Held at Muri Okunola Park, Victoria Island, the festival brought together food lovers, chefs, entertainers and culture enthusiasts for a day of live cooking, music performances, art installations…