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8 die, 26 rescued in Lagos building collapse

N o fewer than eight people have died, while 26 others were rescued after a three-storey shopping complex collapsed in the Alakija area of Lagos State on Thursday. The Lagos State Emergency Management Agency (LASEMA) confirmed the casualty…

LGBTQ+ acceptance: PH ranks third among 9 Asian economies, study says

MANILA, Philippines — While economic development is often associated with more liberal social values, data on attitudes toward homosexuality across Asia paint a more complex picture, according to a data scientist. Dr. Alicor Panao, an…

SB Finance strengthens healthcare financing with exclusive offers for doctors

SB Finance is expanding its footprint in the healthcare sector with a comprehensive suite of financing solutions tailored for both medical professionals and patients, further solidifying its role as a trusted financial partner across the…

Govt eyes ‘secure comms’ to prevent critical leaks

• National Telecommunication Company asked to hold further stakeholder consultations, shore up security of communication ecosystem • CDWP okays PakSat-2 launch, with its predecessor set to be retired later this year • Slew of IT-related…

Scientists seek clues to longevity from three Brazilian sisters over 100

The three sisters credit their longevity to a healthy diet and an active lifestyle.

Study: PH ranks third among 9 Asian economies in LGBTQ+ acceptance

MANILA, Philippines — While some expect economic development to usher in more liberal social values, data on acceptance of homosexuality in Asia suggest a different trend, a data scientist said. Dr. Alicor Panao, associate professor at the…

Huge crater in Australia may be Earth’s oldest known impact site, but scientists diagree

What people around the world are getting wrong about climate change awareness

The fourth World Risk Poll has reported the results of more than 143,000 interviews across 140 countries and territories, focusing on climate change concerns and awareness.

Ebola scientists lack access to virus samples behind Congo’s largest Bundibugyo outbreak

The issue highlights growing disputes over pathogen sharing and the difficulty of moving infectious materials across borders for research.

Boy, 14, charged with murder after teenage girl's body discovered

A boy aged 14 has been charged with murder following the discovery of a female body in south Wales.

People and pets' lives at risk if fire ants not eradicated, study finds

If Australia does not ramp up fire ant eradication efforts, the invasive species will cause billion-dollar economic impacts and dozens of deaths, a study finds.

Women in tech seek funding, inclusion in AI ecosystem

Nigerian women in tech advocate for increased funding, skills development, and inclusion in the AI ecosystem to bridge the gender gap and drive innovation. Read More: https://punchng.com/women-in-tech-seek-funding-inclusion-in-ai-ecosystem/