Toyota has revealed a new Lexus concept car designed to travel approximately 1,000 kilometers (620 miles) on a single charge. The auto leader plans to launch this vehicle by 2026, aligning with Toyota’s strategic shift towards electric vehicles powered by advanced battery technology. The PUNCH gathered that most standard EVs on the market usually offer a range between 150 to 370 miles (240 to 595 kilometers) on a full charge. The LF-ZC concept car showcased at the Japan Mobility Show recently, is equipped with state-of-the-art “prismatic, high-performance” batteries, the auto giant noted in a statement. The Nigerian government recognises the urgent need for electric vehicles to address transportation’s 62 per cent contribution to Nigeria’s greenhouse gas emissions.

The dynamic interplay between science and values is at the heart of this complicated web—a dance that has evolved and flourished for millennia, creating the very soul of the continent. Africa’s relationship with science has its roots in its rich history of indigenous knowledge systems. In the present day, the African continent is at a unique crossroads, where age-old traditions meet the pulsing rhythm of modern scientific progress. The story of Africa’s progress in science and innovation is not a linear one. The complex interplay between science and values in Africa exemplifies the continent’s varied identity.

A Congenital Malformation survivor and content creator, Mary Osabouhien, has revealed that she got married and had her first child the same year part of her right arm was amputated. In this interview with PUNCH Online, the mother of three narrates her journey before the amputation and how she’s coping with her family.

Reportedly, among the upcoming vehicles are the updated Mercedes-Benz GLA SUV, a luxury model, and potentially India's most cost-effective electric SUV, the Tata Punch EV. Here is a brief overview of what these five models have in store and their expected launch schedules. Tata Punch EVTata Motors, following the release of the Nexon EV facelift SUV in September, is now preparing for the launch of its smallest electric SUV, the Punch EV. The Punch EV has been repeatedly seen undergoing testing before its highly awaited debut. The automaker had previously announced its plans to introduce four new electric vehicles by early next year, with the Punch EV being one of them.

Police in India say they have charged a man in connection with a bomb blast at a Jehovah’s Witnesses prayer meeting that killed three people. Dozens were also injured in Sunday’s explosion at a convention centre where more than 2,000 people had gathered for a three-day meeting. He returned to India about two months ago from Dubai, the website The News Minute reported. There are nearly 60,000 Jehovah’s Witnesses in India, according to the church’s website. Jehovah’s Witnesses are members of a US-based Christian evangelical movement and are perhaps best known for knocking on doors around the world, Bible in hand, trying to convert people to their beliefs.

Well, here are a few tips about the quality of people you should date as you move on from your past sour relationships. Kind peoplePrioritise kindness in choosing who you agree to date. A kind person will treat others well just as they would treat you. Loveable peopleA loveable person is someone easy to like because they have a friendly and attractive disposition to them. If you desire to love and be loved, a loveable person is your best bet.

Terra Seasoning Cube on Monday said its innovative ‘Unwrap Joy, Unleash Taste’ campaign has achieved remarkable success, and is pleasing both consumers and industry insiders. it state that the campaign was recently awarded the prestigious “Best Marketing Campaign of the Year 2023” at the Marketing Edge Brands and Advertising Excellence Award. The Chief Marketing Officer of TGI Group, the parent company of Terra Cube, Probal Bhattacharya emphasised the campaign’s purpose. With Terra Cube, you don’t need to stress to make a scrumptious meal”A customer and seller, Chukwu Frank, affirmed Terra Cube’s unmatched quality, stating, “Terra Cube remains the best in the market. I love it.”Meanwhile, celebrity caterer Funmi Kujore attested to the campaign’s impact, revealing, “The ‘Unwrap Joy, Unleash Taste’ campaign has changed my cooking routine.

Nigerian Singer and Actress Mercy Isoyip, also known as Descushiel, has issued a heartfelt apology to Nigerians and the Police force for forgetting the lyrics of the National Anthem during the Conference for Senior Police Officers in Imo State. A video of the singer went viral on Monday after she missed the national anthem lyrics during the conference. This has gained national attention, and everyone seems to be discussing it. The video was captioned, “I sincerely apologise for the error I made during the recital of the National Anthem; I know such errors are inexcusable. God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.”READ ALSO FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNE

The naira commenced trading on a weaker level after trading at 1,180/$ on Monday from 1,150/$ on Friday at the parallel market. Figures obtained from AbokiFx showed that the naira was bought and sold for 1,170/$ and 1,180/$ on Monday, a difference of N30 or 2.5 per cent. The President, Association of Bureaux De Change Operators of Nigeria, Dr Aminu Gwadabe, noted that the naira strengthened to the dollar at the parallel market at the end of last week. At the Investor & Exporter forex window, naira commenced trading at 794.70/$ and hit a high of 998/$ before closing at 993.82/$ on Monday. Total turnover recorded at the official market was $88.31m on Monday, according to the FMDQ.

GNT Music has unveiled ‘You Do This One’, the latest single and video of talented and dynamic international gospel singer Mercy Chinwo. “As a standout track from her much-anticipated album ‘Overwhelming Victory’, it encourages listeners to acknowledge and celebrate every divine intervention in their lives. “With the success of projects like ‘Elevated’, and the creativity in music videos like ‘Wonder’ and ‘Confidence’, we have been receiving positive feedback for our excellent presentation of gospel music videos in the industry. “We attribute our successes to our Lord Jesus Christ. Already, the music has hit over one million views on YouTube in less than 72 hours.

It’s a pleasing narrative, but it’s also a dull and incomplete one that betrays a hindering obsequiousness in director Thom Zimny. Any rough edges that threaten to make Stallone into a more complicated – and, ultimately, compelling – figure have been dutifully sanded to a nub. As the closest he comes to allowing himself to be portrayed in anything less than a flattering light, he divulges that he regrets pouring so much time that could’ve been spent spent with family into his work. That savviness about image management works against the film as Stallone cordons off the aspects of his persona that he finds uncomfortable or disagreeable. Sly condenses that spirit of brazen self-promotion while cloaking it with faux circumspection, pitching a sanitized, often convincing commercial for Stallone as product in place of the man himself.

He said the platform was launched to improve access to transportation services, end ticket racketeering and eliminate revenue leakage. He revealed that the e-ticketing platform would take effect from November 1st, 2023 and can be accessed via https://nrc.tps.ng. “I am so happy about this project, apart from the fact that e-ticketing will end issues of ticket racketeering, it will also increase the revenue from the routes. This means by the time e-ticketing commences, there is a likelihood that our revenue will increase. The NRC DG restating his commitment to end unethical practices revealed that 14 persons have been heavily sanctioned for ticket racketeering.

The International Labour Organisation (ILO), through its Director-General, Gilbert F. Houngbo, has condemned the attacks by Hamas against Israel, which resulted in more than 1,400 deaths and at least 200 abductions of Israeli and international civilians. “Of particular concern is the situation of the estimated 18,000 to 20,000 Gazan daily workers in Israel. Also, the ILO has called for heavy investments in the care economy.it said, “Without care workers, there would be few services for pre-school children, older people, or those with disabilities. Without care workers, millions of people could not go to work, which means parents not able to support their families and businesses losing valuable talent. Such policies will support families, create as many as 300 million jobs and help achieve gender equality.”READ ALSO FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNE

Inter Miami player, Lionel Messi has won the 2023 Ballon d’Or awards. With the current feat, the Argentine player has won a total of eight Ballon d’Or awards. He clinched the award in 2009, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016, 2019, 2021. Messi won the award on Monday night against Bukayo Saka (Arsenal), Erling Haaland (Manchester City), Martin Odegaard (Arsenal), Victor Osimhen (Napoli), and Robert Lewandowski (Barcelona); amongst many other male nominees. See the list of Ballon d’Or 2023 nominees (Male) below:Josko GvardiolAndre OnanaKarim BenzemaMohamed SalahJamal MusialaBukayo SakaRandal Kolo MuaniJude BellinghamKevin De BruyneBernardo SilvaKhvicha KvaratskheliaEmiliano MartinezRuben DiasNicolo BarellaErling HaalandMartin OdegaardIlkay GundoganYassine BounouJulian AlvarezVinicius JrRodrigoLionel Messi (Winner)Antoine GriezmannLautaro MartinezRobert LewandowskiKim Min-JaeLuka ModricKylian MbappeVictor OsimhenHarry Kane

This rapid warming trend was a major focus at the inaugural Africa Climate Summit (ACS23) in Nairobi last month; which among others, highlighted the link between climate change, regional food systems and economic transformation. The ACS23 emphasized the consequences of inaction on food security and economic sovereignty, rallying an Africa’s unified climate agenda ahead of the 28th UN climate change conference (COP28) in the UAE. Meanwhile, Kenya is at the forefront of climate change efforts in Africa, with the Climate Change Act of 2016, and recent amendments to enhance its carbon market regime, driving its responses. The government is also actively implementing the third cycle of the National Climate Change Action Plan (NCCAP III) to promote low-carbon, climate-resilient development. Tuya is the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Environment, Climate Change and Forestry, Kenya; Dr Kalibata is the President of AGRA