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Super Eagles star Ademola Lookman has informed Atalanta that he intends to depart the club at the conclusion of this season following the submission of an official transfer request. PUNCH Sports Extra reports. As reported by Chroniclelive, the player who hails from London has his hopes pinned on Newcastle, Manchester United, or Juventus taking action following their reconnaissance efforts this campaign. This 27-year-old striker is eager about potentially returning to the Premier League, having formerly played for teams like Everton, Leicester City, and Fulham. Newcastle and Manchester United have had initial discussions regarding Lookman, but Atalanta has established a transfer price of £50 million for him. The choice for African Player of the Year follows a prominent and highly visible conflict with manager Gian Piero Gasperini due to a missed penalty. Although it appeared that they had resolved their differences, recent reports suggest that ...

Tony Blair Let's consider Think Tank is gearing up to inform the Government about the surge in AI is inevitable – and the UK risks falling behind unless creators yield to Big Tech. A research paper that has been leaked from the Tony Blair Institute for Global Change (TBI), an organization funded by US technology tycoon Larry Ellison, suggests that artists should "adjust to technological pressures" similar to how they responded when photography was introduced. It goes so far as to claim that content-devouring AI systems are merely 'inspired' by the copyrighted materials they ingest, highlighting that artists typically do not compensate their sources of inspiration. Keir Starmer 's government wants to exempt Big Tech from copyright law, allowing it to use any online material to improve their AI products. Creators would have to opt out of having their work exploited. According to the leaked TBI report, giving AI firms unrestricted access to onli...

Tory MPs are complaining about Kemi Badenoch Her "controlling" strategy and her stringent prohibition on criticizing the Trump administration. Insiders said the party leader, pictured below, did not want her ministers doing too much press. 'We feel we have to walk on eggshells,' one MP told The Mail on Sunday, describing Mrs Badenoch's office as 'controlling'. For her frontbench role, some subjects have been deemed untouchable—especially criticizing President Trump and his key associates. An MP commented, "Kemi believes she has a friendship with Vice-President Vance and can sway the Maga supporters." However, they added, "This mindset is quite delusional." Despite even the backbencher Tories avoiding comments on certain stories, they remain wary of potential reprimands due to instructions limiting their interactions with the media. Another MP said: 'I feel more worried about getting told off by my party than offe...

On Saturday, Syria inaugurated its new transitional administration following interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa’s appointment of 23 ministers from various religious and ethnic backgrounds for this diversified cabinet. Syria's interim President Ahmad al-Sharaa has sworn in a new transitional Cabinet that replaced the caretaker authorities in place since the ouster of longtime ruler Bashar Assad in December 2024. The 23-member Cabinet, dominated by close al-Sharaa allies who hold key positions, includes one woman and is religiously and ethnically mixed. "The creation of a new government today signifies our collective resolve to construct a new nation," Al-Sharaa stated during a speech at the presidential palace, coinciding with the swearing-in ceremony for the ministers. The designation of a provisional government is viewed as a crucial step as Syria’s newly emerged leadership aims to reconstruct the nation following the ousting of Assad, which concluded ...

The Kisii senator, Richard Onyonka, has shown his lack of interest in the proposed pay raise for members of both the National Assembly and the Senate. The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) approved a raise for legislators' monthly compensation as well as additional allowances and benefits that will appear on their pay stubs starting from April 1, 2025. As per the reports, a legislator would receive their payment for the upcoming month with an additional amount of at least KSh 366,011. In response to this, Onyonka contended that raising the remuneration for Members of Parliament at this juncture in the economic climate is ill-advised. "I have never requested for any increase in salary. Instead, let those funds be directed towards underprivileged children in our nation who lack educational opportunities. Adding an extra Kshs. 360,000 to my senate pay does not seem important when we're facing severe and intolerable economic challenges as a country,...

PRNewswire Mumbai (Maharashtra), [India], March 28: Indian weddings have always been an important part of the country’s culture, known not only for their opulence but also for spanning multiple days filled with intricate rituals. Historically, these events were seen as displays of extravagance and affluence. However, in 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi shifted his focus towards them. destination weddings and appealed to NRIs as well as affluent Indians taking their baraats abroad, to instead explore newer locales in India for destination weddings . "The statements brought more attention to the multi-crore wedding industry with many now seriously looking at its larger economic impact, which would once have been brushed off as 'fluff', says Parthip Thyagarajan, CEO of WeddingSutra.com . "The 'Wed in India' movement It goes beyond mere logistics. This trend reflects a larger movement spurred by governmental pr...

The U.S. Department of State under Secretary Marco Rubio has annulled a minimum of 300 international student visas as part of President Donald Trump’s initiative to curb pro-Palestinian demonstrators on college grounds. “Possibly over 300 by now,” he stated to journalists during his trip to Guyana. “I deal with them daily, each time I come across one of these crazies.” Rubio was questioned about verifying the number of student visa revocations carried out by the administration as part of its campaign against what it views as anti-Israeli sentiment at colleges and universities. The remarks follow immigration officials detention of a doctoral Turkish student attending Tufts University - an arrest the secretary defended. A video showing student Rumeysa Ozturk being escorted away by masked plainclothes officers to an unregistered vehicle near Boston, Massachusetts, has circulated widely online and ignited protests. Ms. Ozturk is a Fulbright Scholar enrolled...

French prosecutors have requested a seven-year prison sentence and a €300,000 fine for former President Nicolas Sarkozy, in connection with allegations that his 2007 presidential campaign was illegally financed by former Libyan leader Muammar Gaddafi's government. The National Financial Prosecutor's Office (PNF) also called for a five-year ban on Sarkozy's civic, civil and family rights, a measure that would bar him from holding elected office or serving in any public judicial role. The proceedings, starting in January and scheduled to end on April 10th, represent the gravest among several legal controversies that have overshadowed Sarkozy’s time since leaving office as president. The former French president, Nicolas Sarkozy, who served from 2007 to 2012 and is now 70 years old, is facing accusations including being complicit in passive corruption, violating rules for campaign funding, hiding the misappropriation of public money, and forming a criminal group. ...

New Delhi [India], March 27 (ANI): As an important development, leading CEOs from Japan Met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi today, marking the beginning of enhanced collaboration between the two countries. The gathering was characterized by an optimistic and enthusiastic atmosphere, with the Japan These business leaders have shown their enthusiasm for investing in India and strengthening relationships. Suntory Holdings Ltd CEO Takeshi Niinami expressed strong admiration for the initiatives in India. Japan The relationship was described as "flourishing greatly" and seen as a "significant opportunity." Japan ese investment. He saw India as a center for showcasing domestically produced goods to international markets, emphasizing the significant opportunities for partnership. He said, "India and Japan relation is thriving very much. There is a huge opportunity for Japan Upo...

Palakkad (Kerala), India, March 27 (ANI): BEML Ltd has introduced its self-developed and produced High Mobility Vehicle (HMV) 12x12 at their facility in Palakkad. Created for the Vehicle Research and Development Establishment (VRDE) under DRDO, this advanced vehicle boosts operational mobility for India’s defense personnel, aligning with the country's aim of self-reliance in critical military equipment as part of the Aatma Nirbhar Bharat initiative. Shantanu Roy, CMD of BEML Ltd, officially unveiled the vehicle with G Ramamohana Rao, Director of VRDE, at his side, along with other functional directors from BEML and key officials from both institutions present for the occasion. The HMV 12x12 is designed for harsh environments and difficult weather situations, rendering it an essential resource for military missions. Equipped with a BSIII-compatible motor, it includes a 7-speed Allison automatic gearbox, capable of handling a total vehicle weight ...

Endangered Welsh cattle with a lineage tracing back over 1,000 years could become extinct, according to a conservation organization. The Ancient Cattle of Wales breed has been included in the Rare Breeds Survival Trust's (RBST) priority list in their newest watchlist, indicating it requires immediate attention to secure its continuation. The RBST mentioned that these resilient farm animals possess significant qualities, including their role as a cost-effective source of beef with flavorful meat production, particularly thriving in the poorer quality pastures found in elevated regions. This breed is also highly effective for conservation grazing, aiding in natural preservation efforts. The organization stated that the breed currently faces a critical condition due to a worrisome decrease in the registration of new calves and the dissolution of multiple well-established herds following the retirement of their owners. The breed boasts an ancient lineage, as evidenced...

PODCAST: An in-depth look at the controversy surrounding the war plans group chat, along with Trump’s reaction to his new portrait – all on Welcome to MAGAland. Tune in now. Environmental Protection Agency administrator Lee Zeldin announced his decision to terminate a $2 billion grant for a Stacey Abrams-linked non-government organization with the support of the Department of Government Efficiency. 'The DOJ/ FBI investigations are ongoing, and the funds have been seized," he declared. "It’s absurd that the Biden Administration would allocate $2 billion to an entity that formerly only got $100! Zeldin replied to a social media post made by the President. Donald Trump Who objected to the grant and instructed their administration to 'retrieve the funds'? 'is Stacey Abrams going to give back the Two Billion Dollars they funneled into her “environmental fund” just prior to my assuming office. She went from $100 in donations to $2,000,0...

During this off-season, the San Francisco 49ers have experienced numerous alterations, with General Manager John Lynch distinctly conveying his rebuilding vision to Head Coach Kyle Shanahan. The San Francisco 49ers will look a lot different in the 2025 NFL season. As they go through a massive rebuild , GM John Lynch has sent a clear message to HC Kyle Shanahan about these recent changes. Last year , numerous analysts estimated the 49ers as the favorites to win the Super Bowl They finished as the runners-up in the 2023 season, leading many to think they would improve even further during the subsequent campaign. Unfortunately, the club did not come close to meeting those expectations and didn't manage to qualify for the playoffs during the 2024 season. Because of this, the The front office has initiated a significant reconstruction. to alter the course of the team over the next few years. John Lynch has an int...

NASCAR has made a minor tweak to its regulations regarding entering another team’s pit box during stops, but this change serves mainly as an explanation rather than a significant alteration. Bell pulled out of his pit stall during Lap 108 for a tire change, but soon after, crew chief Adam Stevens noticed an issue with a loose wheel. Recognizing the problem promptly, Stevens instructed Bell to locate another team member’s pit area so that they could address and fix the Joe Gibbs Racing No. 20 vehicle effectively. This decision was made because a detached wheel while racing could lead to penalties for the tire changer and jackman lasting up to two weeks. After the race, Stevens mentioned that they had previously talked about such a situation and that he was aware it would result in a penalty only if they pitted outside their designated pit box. Stevens informed journalists following the event, "This topic isn’t new; we've addressed it previously....

Governor Spencer Cox of Utah praised a decision by the Trump administration to allocate certain federal lands for residential development, calling it the most significant action Washington, D.C., could take to tackle the country’s housing affordability crisis. On Monday, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, responsible for managing federal lands, and Housing and Urban Development Secretary Scott Turner, overseeing affordable housing initiatives, announced A fresh collaboration aimed at pinpointing neglected areas for "custom-tailored housing initiatives," guided by state and local authorities. This is undoubtedly the most crucial step the federal government can undertake to make housing more affordable," Cox stated to the Deseret News. "This initiative will increase the likelihood of more Utah families achieving the American dream. The recently launched federal program, very similar to the HOUSES Act proposed by Senator Mike Lee from Utah, seeks to streamli...

A conservative watchdog group is calling for the congressional ethics committee to broaden its probe into Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D., Fla.). The request stems from an incident where a Florida agency mistakenly paid her healthcare firm over $5 million. It is alleged that these funds were subsequently utilized to support her inaugural congressional campaign in 2021. The organization known as FACT sent an appeal to the Office of Congressional Ethics requesting them to investigate Cherfilus-McCormick. She continues to be under scrutiny from the House Ethics Committee. Although the congressional ethics body produced a report, the committee hasn’t taken action based on those findings so far. "The responsibility of the Office of Congressional Ethics is to guarantee that both federal laws and ethical guidelines are enforced for every Representative," the statement read. letter Marked for Monday, it states, "The evidence in this matter unequivocally ...

Apple released iOS 18 to the general public in September, a week after the company announced its new iPhone 16 lineup , Apple Watch Series 10 and More during their "Glowtime" event Since then, Apple has rolled out additional updates that introduce more features of Apple Intelligence, like Genmoji and Image Playground , to specific iPhone models, like the iPhone 15 Pro, iPhone 15 Pro Max and the iPhone 16 lineup -- including the iPhone 16E . Read more: Why Updating Siri Doesn’t Matter to Me for My iPhone We've created this quick reference guide to assist you in exploring and maximizing your experience with the latest features in iOS 18 And review occasionally to discover what upcoming iOS 18 updates might offer for your iPhone. iOS 18 updates All The Features Your iPhone Might Gain With iOS 18.4 iOS 18.3.2 Addresses This 'Complex' Security Vulnerability Why...

Among the most notable shipwreck discoveries of recent times were found in what seemed like an improbable location: a southwestern area African desert . The Bom Jesus (The Good Jesus), a Portuguese The vessel embarked on a journey to India from Lisbon starting on March 7, 1533, but it encountered a catastrophic storm shortly after setting sail. The ship, carrying valuable cargo, vanished mysteriously until 2008 when its wreckage was found alongside approximately $13 million worth of gold coins. It was unearthed by diamond Miners in a desert along Namibia's coastline, who had pumped out water from an artificial lake in the region. Dr. Dieter Noli, who leads the Southern Africa Institute of Maritime Archaeological Research as their top archaeologist, mentioned that he anticipated miners would eventually stumble upon a shipwreck someday. Indeed, the Namibian miners, who worked for the diamond company De Beers, called Dr Noli as soon as they made the find, si...

The 2025 Masters begins in 22 days. As the countdown to venturing into Magnolia Lane keeps going, Nation Daily News is revisiting some Masters history over the decades. Today, we will look into the 2003 Masters and highlight the major achievements that took place at Augusta National Golf Club that year. More: 23 days left till the Masters: Reflecting on Tiger’s third win at the 2002 Masters Who was the winner of the 2003 Masters tournament? Mike Weir makes history as he becomes both the inaugural Canadian major champion and the first left-handed player to triumph at the Masters. He clinched victory in their 12th playoff during this prestigious tournament when he achieved a bogey on the 10th hole, marking the initial extra round play against Len Mattiace. This marked the first time they had needed a playoff since way back in 1990. Notably, Weir secured entry into the additional rounds with a crucial 7-foot putt for par, whereas Mattiace faltered ...