What the Paramount and Warner Bros deal means for you
The BBC’s Samira Hussain explains the impact the $110bn merger will have on consumers of both entertainment giants.
Watch: Riot police clash with school protesters and use tear gas in France
Hundreds of thousands of people have taken to the streets across France amid a wave of protests by high-school pupils.
How drunk is too drunk? Cornell rape allegations expose 'loopholes' in consent laws
The BBC speaks to experts about current US state sexual assault laws and why some believe changing them will help alleged victims.
Paramount takes over Warner Bros in $110bn Hollywood merger
The merger of two of Hollywood’s biggest movie studios comes after months of legal disputes and concern over competition.
White House defends Trump comment to let Iran 'take out' LA and San Diego
Gavin Newsom called the remarks “deranged”, but the White House said Trump was warning of the risk of a nuclear Iran.
Nigeria: Nigerian University Hikes Fees, Students to Pay Up to N290,000
[Premium Times] Students are now required to pay between N143,000 and N298,000 depending on their programme and level.
Nigeria: 2027 – Middle-Aged Voters Dominate Nigeria's 103m Voter Register – INEC
[Premium Times] INEC says the voter register grew to 103 million registered voters after three phases of the Continuous Voter Registration exercise conducted between August 2025 and July 2026.
Benin prepare for 'historic' role in Messi's Argentina farewell
A tiny west African nation, Benin will be the final opponent of Lionel Messi’s international career when they face Argentina in Buenos Aires’ Estadio Monumental.
South Africa hope to host first African Olympics
The International Olympic Committee confirms South Africa have shown an interest in becoming the first African host of the summer Olympics.
Nigeria: Data – What North-Eastern States Allocated to Education in Their 2026 Budget
[Premium Times] Six North-east states budgeted N546 billion for education in 2026, but none meets the 26 per cent education policy benchmark, while gaps in 2025 spending and limited funding for Almajiri education expose uneven…