Nigeria table tennis star, Quadri Aruna, has been listed as the 15th player to qualify for the season-ending World Table Tennis (WTT) Finals Championship, which features the top 16 players in the world. The event will hold from January 3 to 5, 2024 in Doha, Qatar. The Nigerian will be making his third appearance at the WTT Finals. Aruna remains the only African player to have featured in the WTT Finals having competed at the maiden edition in Singapore, as well as the 2022 edition in China. At the 2022 edition in China, he exited in the first round after losing 3-1 to world number eight, Chinese Taipei’s Lin Yun-Ju.

November 14, 2023 11:39 UTC

A brutal attack on an elderly store employee in Riverside County that was captured on surveillance footage last month has left the victim seriously injured and hospitalized. The violent assault happened on Oct. 27 outside Sun Valley Market and Liquor on Simpson Road in Winchester where the victim, 68-year-old Carlos Munguia, has worked for four years. Surveillance footage captured a violent assault that left a 68-year-old man seriously injured in Riverside County on Oct. 27, 2023. Surveillance footage captured a violent assault that left a 68-year-old man seriously injured in Riverside County on Oct. 27, 2023. Carlos Munguia seen with his family in this undated photo provided by his family.

November 14, 2023 08:41 UTC

We've got details on the expected release date, what the new episodes could cover and more. Manage cookie settingsWhen is the One Punch Man season 3 release date? Image credit: MadhouseSo far, a One-Punch Man season 3 release date hasn't been announced yet. As of yet though, the premiere date for One-Punch Man season 3 hasn't been announced, and with not much time left until 2023 is over a 2024 release date seems more likely. Check out our guides to upcoming movies, upcoming TV shows, upcoming comics, and upcoming comic conventions.

November 14, 2023 00:50 UTC

Apple is reportedly testing a prototype of the iPhone 16 Pro with a hole-punch cutout instead of the Dynamic Island, according to tipster Majin Bu. Key Highlights:Apple is reportedly testing a prototype of the iPhone 16 Pro with a hole-punch cutout instead of the Dynamic Island. Drawbacks of a hole-punch cutout:One potential drawback of a hole-punch cutout is that it could be more difficult to implement than the Dynamic Island. Another potential drawback is that a hole-punch cutout could be more distracting than the Dynamic Island. Only time will tell whether or not Apple will trade the Dynamic Island for a hole-punch cutout on the iPhone 16.

November 13, 2023 21:18 UTC

The Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) has issued a crucial scam alert regarding the escalating activities of fraudulent entities preying on unsuspecting individuals through social media platforms, falsely claiming association with the NCS for purposes of auctions or recruitment. NCS also stated that auctions of seized goods are never conducted via any social media platform. Any such claims made on social media should be treated as fraudulent and reported to the NCS. We implore everyone to exercise vigilance and prudence when approached with offers or announcements regarding customs auctions or recruitment. Any suspicious activities should be reported to the nearest customs office or through our official communication channels for immediate assistance.”

November 13, 2023 21:14 UTC





Victor Osimhen has admitted he was tempted to accept an offer of a Million Euros-a-week from Saudi Arabian club Al Hilal in the summer, which he said would have changed his life. According to Tutto Napoli, the striker made the disclosure while speaking to ‘Obi One Podcast’, the podcast of former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi. I have to be honest, I never thought about leaving last summer because Napoli wanted to keep me, but when the offer came from Saudi Arabia, a huge offer, it was hard to refuse. I spoke to Napoli and decided to stay”, Osimhen remarked. As much as football is also played for money, there is also so much more.”

November 13, 2023 19:28 UTC

The CogLabs program aims to inspire the next generation of thinkers and creators worldwide by providing accessible, hands-on experiences in robotics and machine learning. Children learn how to create Machine Learning models by building a robot requiring 3D printable parts, a smartphone, and basic electronic parts. As part of this collaboration, Infinix will provide technological support such as smartphones and laptops for UNESCO CogLabs workshops to enhance the program. “We’re thrilled to partner with Infinix for the global rollout of the CogLabs STEM program. This powerful initiative introduces kids worldwide to AI and robotics, aligning perfectly with our mission to make STEM education universally accessible.

November 13, 2023 18:36 UTC

Towards making Nigerian cities hubs of prosperity, the Nigerian Institute of Town Planners (NITP) has reiterated the need for public and private sector collaboration to drive growth and development in cities. President of the institute, Nathaniel Atebije, made the call at the World Cities Day 2023 entitled: “Financing Sustainable Urban Development: Challenges and Opportunities”, organised by the Federal ministry of Housing and Urban Development in Abuja. Worse still, even in Africa, no Nigerian city was listed among the first ten livable cities. This is why we need to declare a state of emergency” on the planning and management of our cities. The activities in the city touch on the potential, strength, growth, development, sustainability and image of the nation,” Atebije said.

November 13, 2023 16:18 UTC

On May 26, 2023, the erstwhile President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, President Muhammadu Buhari GCFR assented to the Arbitration and Mediation Act, 2023 (the “AMA” or “Act”) which has now repealed the Arbitration and Conciliation Act 1988 (the “ACA”). The Act now mandates the courts to stay proceedings commenced in breach of the arbitration agreement unless the court finds that the agreement is void, inoperative or incapable of being performed. It provides that; the requirement for an arbitration agreement to be in writing can now be satisfied by an “electronic communication” that is accessible to be usable for subsequent reference. Implying that, if an electronic communication is readily accessible and can be used for future reference, it fulfills the criteria that an arbitration agreement must be in writing. as means to satisfy the mandatory requirement of a written arbitration agreement.

November 13, 2023 15:47 UTC

iPhone 16 series with at least four models — iPhone 16, iPhone 16 Plus, iPhone 16 Pro, iPhone 16 Pro Max — is likely to launch in late 2024, but we are already seeing multiple leaks about the upcoming lineup. According to him, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max will feature around 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes, respectively. The iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max could be powered by an A18 Pro Bionic chip based on a 3nm process, while the normal iPhone 16 models will get a toned-down version of the A17 Pro chip. Further, the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max models launching in 2024 might get around 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes, respectively. Apple is said to retain the Snapdragon X70 modem in the iPhone 16 and iPhone 16 Plus.

November 13, 2023 13:23 UTC

No fewer than nine suspects were on Sunday paraded by the Gombe State command of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps over varying offences. PUNCH Metro reports that the crimes include a breach of public peace, theft of burglary windows and cow. The first category are the five people, three girls and two boys, who were fighting at the Miyetti Hotel and we got them arrested for a breach of public peace. He has confessed to the crime.”Bello also disclosed a case of theft of cow in Nafada where no fewer than three persons were allegedly involved. “The next is a case of suspected cow theft and they are all here.

November 13, 2023 13:10 UTC

Punch EV spotted once again with Nexon EV-like LED headlights. DesignThe Tata Punch EV will get new LED headlights (from the Nexon EV) that are placed in a redesigned housing. PowertrainThe Punch EV will be positioned between the Tigor EV and Nexon EV and will be offered with two powertrain choices: Medium Range and Long Range. It is expected that Tata Motors could reveal the Punch EV later this year, and it could carry a price tag of Rs 12 lakh (ex-showroom). It will rival the likes of the Citroen eC3 and will be a premium alternative to cars like the Tata Tiago EV and Tigor EV.

November 13, 2023 11:37 UTC

Head coach Steve Tikolo will be going to Windhoek with the same team that won the West Africa Trophy in Lagos last month. Related News Governorship Election Live UpdatesThe team will play a number of test games in Zimbabwe before travelling to Namibia for the qualifiers. Meanwhile, Nigeria’s opponents have also named their squad and also embarked on training tours ahead of the qualifiers. Nigeria will battle Kenya, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zimbabwe and Namibia for a place in the USA and West Indies. The top two teams from the qualifiers will progress to the World Cup which will be played between June 4 to June to 30, 2024.

November 13, 2023 03:37 UTC

The Nigerian Institute of Town Planners has urged the Federal Government to establish an urban and regional planning commission. It also called on the government to create the Ministry of Urban and Regional Planning, to provide town planners the opportunity to deliver their full potential. Speaking at an event to commemorate World Town Planners Day in Abuja recently, the NITP President, Nathaniel Atebije, emphasised the role of urban and regional planning in defining the shape, structure, components and size of cities and communities. He said, “There is an urgent need for the Federal Government to establish the urban and regional planning commission, as well as the Ministry of Urban and Regional Planning to provide town planners the opportunity to deliver their full potential and create livable, resilient, sustainable cities. He reiterated that benefits abound in the implementation of town planning policies, some of which included the correction of errors in land uses in the past.

November 13, 2023 02:26 UTC

iPhone 16 models will feature the Dynamic Island. The big news next year will be an increase in the size of the displays on the Pro models from 6.1-inch on the iPhone 16 Pro. And the iPhone 16 Pro Max. So that year the iPhone 17 and iPhone 17 Pro will both have a 6.3-inch display while the iPhone 17 Plus and iPhone 17 Pro Max will each be equipped with a 6.9-inch screen. The iPhone 17 Pro series will have moved on in 2025 to an under-display Face ID module with a hole-punch cutout on the screen similar to what is reportedly being tested on the iPhone 16 Pro right now.

November 12, 2023 23:32 UTC