TGI’s Reliance and Wilmar deals show how Asian capital sees Nigeria’s consumer market
Large Asian investors are linking to Nigeria’s TGI Group, confirming a growing trend: the Nigerian consumer is on global radars.
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UMNO stresses support for PM Anwar’s unity government despite going solo in Johor, Negeri Sembilan state polls
Barisan Nasional’s move to contest solo in Johor is a “legitimate, mature and constitutional democratic act”, says UMNO secretary-general Asyraf Wajdi Dusuki amid criticism.
European Union and Australia successfully conclude Horizon Europe negotiations
The European Commission and Australia have successfully concluded negotiations on Australia's association to Horizon Europe, the EU's flagship €93.5 billion research and innovation funding programme. Australia will associate to Pillar II of Horizon Europe, which addresses
Africa: Kenya Wins International Cooperative Alliance Africa Top Seat
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Co-operative Bank Holdings and the Co-operative Alliance of Kenya (CAK) Chair McLoud Malonza has been elected as the Chairperson of the International Cooperative Alliance - Africa (ICA-Africa).
Europe Today: EU Sports Commissioner on Euronews as biggest-ever World Cup kicks off
The much anticipated FIFA World Cup kicks off today, bringing together some of the world's biggest footballers for a month of matches. We speak exclusively to Glenn Micallef, the EU Commissioner for Sports to hear the Brussels view on one of the most political World Cups to date.
Why Europe's labour needs clash with its migration policy
Europe faces a paradox: economies need workers while governments tighten migration rules. This tension grows as the EU’s Migration and Asylum Pact takes effect on 12 June, marking the bloc’s strictest migration policy in decades.
KKR says AI productivity boom to keep on going — but warns of 'extreme' trend not seen since the 19th century
KKR said in its mid-year outlook Thursday that AI will drive economic growth for years to come, but only in specific sectors.
China’s latest South China Sea shocks reopen old wounds
The epicenter of the latest South China Sea tensions is near the Philippines, but the shock waves have reverberated across several countries. The new bump in tensions results from two developments in late May and early June. First, the Philippine government announced the
Chinese police detain man after dog torture videos spark outrage
The man allegedly posed as an "adopter" of animals but ended up abusing the dogs and cats he took in.
OceanEye initiative places EU at the forefront of ocean observation
The European Commission has expanded the EU's role in ocean observation by adopting OceanEye. This initiative aims to position the EU as the world's leading provider of ocean intelligence by contributing to 35% of the global ocean observing system by 2035 and securing 35% of
From Japan With Love: London exhibition explores how NIGO reshaped fashion, music and hype culture
The exhibition, NIGO: From Japan With Love, brings together over 700 objects from his personal archive, charting his evolution from teenage Americana obsessive to global designer and artistic director of Kenzo.
Parents find lifeline in 50p kids' clothes shop
A second-hand shop selling cheap baby clothes sees rising demand as families cut costs.
France adds 157,000 hectares of protected forest as nature preserves face pressure elsewhere
France aims to protect an additional 250,000 hectares of forest by 2030, including 180,000 hectares in French Guiana.
Social media on trial: Four important cases to watch
Social media firms face thousands of lawsuits, the BBC looks at four which could be significant.
Thailand’s big money bid to become ASEAN’s data center capital
AI and cloud services do not run in the air. They need land, power, water, cooling, fiber, permits, and a lot of physical infrastructure. Thailand is now seeing more of that demand land inside its industrial estate ecosystem. Thailand is no longer talked about only as a
From welder to wealthy: SpaceX IPO could make thousands of employees millionaires
The stock market debut of Elon Musk's AI and space company could make thousands of SpaceX employees significantly wealthier, including some of the firm's lowest-paid staff.
Could AI transform mental health research? New study tests whether LLMs can simulate human emotions
AI language models can mimic human emotional states, opening new doors for mental health research, according to a new study.
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Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this June 11th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.
Millions of homes in London, Essex and Kent at risk of sinking as climate crisis worsens
Analysis pinpoints areas most vulnerable to hotter, drier weather causing ground to shrink and drag foundations down Millions of homes are at risk from climate-related subsidence, according toan analysis by the British Geological Survey (BGS). As hotter, drier summers driven by
Why Kenya’s Finance Bill is triggering public anger, again
Kenya is once again grappling public outcry over the new Finance Bill 2026, with President William Ruto’s administration proposing more taxes that will likely increase the financial burden on ordinary Kenyans who are already faced with a cost-of-living crisis.
Shaping Europe’s startup future: Commissioner Zaharieva meets young innovators in Sofia
Young voices took centre stage in Sofia, where they joined European Commissioner Ekaterina Zaharieva to map out a more competitive and innovation-driven future for the EU startup ecosystem. Students, researchers, and early-stage founders shared their first-hand experiences and
US and Iran trade attacks for a second day, undermining shaky ceasefire
By Ahmed Tolba, Enas Alashray and Bo Erickson DUBAI/WASHINGTON, June 11 (Reuters) - The United States and Iran traded air attacks on Thursday for a second straight day, with President Donald Trump vowing further strikes if Tehran does not immediately agree to a peace deal. The
East African ministers to unveil budgets amid Iran cost shocks, debt strains
By Duncan Miriri and Elias Biryabarema NAIROBI/KAMPALA, June 11 (Reuters) - Finance ministers in Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania will present their 2026/27 budgets to parliament on Thursday, with investors focused on how they will shield their economies from cost shocks linked to
In ageing South Korea, AI dolls care for the elderly
Hyodol was created as a grandchild-like companion designed to "love its users unconditionally".
Africa: Beyond Ports - China Embeds Itself in African Maritime Networks
[ACSS] China's growing integration in Africa's maritime infrastructure presents opportunities and risks, requiring strategic management by African governments to preserve autonomy, diversify partnerships, and advance the public interest.
AI robot cleaners leave the lab for China’s living rooms
Such services are largely a data-gathering exercise for companies and a novelty for curious customers.
Africa: South Africa Calls for Accelerated Implementation of Disability Rights Convention
[SAnews.gov.za] Minister in the Presidency responsible for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Sindisiwe Chikunga, has called on States Parties to accelerate the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), and ensure the
One in a million: Half-red, half-yellow apple draws crowds to New Zealand store
The chimera apple has become something of a local celebrity.
Africa: When Will an African Team Win the FIFA World Cup?
[This Day] "If there's something I want to see before God takes me to heaven or hell it would be great to see an African nation win (the World Cup), because this is a tournament that we all love passionately in Africa."
Trump’s new tariff offensive puts Indonesia in the firing line
Global trade has once again been shaken by a dramatic shift in US protectionist policy, and Indonesia is once again in the crosshairs. The change has been driven by a series of targeted investigations conducted under Section 301 of the US Trade Act of 1974, a domestic legal
Family of British toddler speaks as Australian inquiry into cold case murders begins
NSW inquiry will also examine whether notorious serial killer Ivan Milat was responsible for more murders.
Africa: World Cup 2026 - the Real Story of the Resilient African Migrants Reshaping Global Football
[The Conversation Africa] Global football body Fifa is branding the World Cup 2026 - and global football in general - as a celebration of inclusivity and diversity. It's presented as a harbinger of peace and hope, and even somehow a saviour of African migrants who drown while
Africa: Do Aid Cuts Fuel Violent Conflict in Africa? How to Promote Peace
[The Conversation Africa] The last 18 months have seen a historic decline in development aid budgets from various donor countries, in a period where many of them are earmarking more funds for rearmament. The biggest waves have been made by the abrupt and massive reduction in
Africa: AI Regulation in Africa - Why Copying the European Model Won't Work
[The Conversation Africa] Mauritius set out its national AI strategy in 2018, the first by an African country. Since then over a dozen African states have adopted national AI policies of some sort or another.
Africa: Washington Is Treating Africa As a Target, Not a Partner - and Africa Knows It
[African Arguments] Frank Garcia has just been confirmed as Washington's top Africa diplomat. His appointment tells African governments everything they need to know about how little they matter to this administration.
Africa: African Security and a Financial Architecture in Retreat
[African Arguments] African security is conventionally analysed in terms of armed groups, peacekeeping, and counterterrorism. However, what increasingly shapes the political order African states can build is none of these. It is the rate at which states borrow money, in an
Africa: 'Avoid Using the Term' - Oxfam in Africa Retracts LGBTQ Censorship Guide
[The New Humanitarian] Bangkok -- "Oxfam in Africa has departed from the values that govern the Oxfam Confederation."
Ong Ye Kung: Start at home to quell growing unease over globalisation
Globalisation is due for a significant correction to address its rising importance and discontent towards it, he said.
Spike Lee, Adam Sandler, Ben Stiller, Larry David, Timothée Chalamet and More Watch New York Knicks Pull Off Biggest Comeback in NBA Finals History
It was a who’s who on the sidelines of Madison Square Garden as the New York Knicks fronted a miraculous comeback against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. NYC staples like Spike Lee, Larry David, Adam Sandler, Jerry Seinfeld, David Zaslav, Timothée Chalamet,
US and Iran trade strikes for second day, threatening return of all-out war
The new US assault across multiple Iranian cities came as efforts to negotiate an end the war again appeared stuck, with Iran insisting it would maintain its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, which has disrupted global energy supplies and sent oil prices higher.
Four days of extreme rain killed 7% of world's rarest orangutans, study says
Climate change-induced weather events are pushing orangutan populations to extinction, says a study.
Vietnam’s Vingroup forges ahead with ‘world’s largest stadium’ despite demand doubts
The company faces broader pressures from its financial liabilities.
Vietnam's Vingroup forges ahead with 'world's largest stadium' despite demand doubts
HANOI, June 11 - Vietnam's Vingroup is accelerating construction in Hanoi of what it says will be the world's largest stadium, betting that future demand will emerge to make the 135,000-seat venue financially viable over the long term.
Xbox CCO Matt Booty says he's seen The Elder Scrolls 6, 'it looks amazing, and it's coming along well'
I want to believe.
Outcry in Indonesia after police find toddlers tied up at daycare centre
Police found most of more than 100 children enrolled at the centre with their hands and feet tied up when they raided it in April, the head of child protection at Yogyakarta's police criminal investigation unit, Apri Sawitri, said in an interview with Reuters.
UNHCR says fewer people displaced worldwide in 2025 but long-term refugee crisis persists
By Olivia Le Poidevin GENEVA, June 11 (Reuters) - The number of people displaced worldwide by conflict and persecution fell in 2025 for the first time in a decade, but levels of refugees facing long-termdisplacement remain unacceptably high, a U.N. refugee agency report said on
Trump lauds Armenia PM's 'decisive' election win in face of Russian pressure
June 11 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan on Wednesday for his Civil Contract party's 'decisive victory' in weekend elections. Pashinyan's party won 49.8% of votes from Sunday's ballot, enough to secure a parliamentary
Trump’s Cuba strategy is economic genocide
Cuba has been under a US trade embargo since the Eisenhower administration, although it was President John F. Kennedy who implemented a comprehensive embargo on all trade with Cuba. And while every subsequent administration has tried since to cause pain and suffering to the