Gabon’s media regulator has announced the suspension of social media platforms “until further notice”, saying online content has fuelled conflict and deepened divisions in the country. In a televised statement on Tuesday evening, the High Authority for Communication (HAC) cited the “spread of false information”, “cyberbullying” and the “unauthorised disclosure of personal data” as reasons for the decision. Its spokesperson Jean-Claude Mendome did not specify which platforms would be affected, but WhatsApp, Facebook and TikTok are popular in the country. Gabon is led by General Brice Oligui Nguema, who won presidential elections last year after leading a military coup in…
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Mastering the intricacies of online retail has led many companies to pursue expert support for strengthening their digital footprint. One increasingly popular solution is partnering with an Amazon advertising agency. These firms deliver customised services aimed at increasing brand exposure and improving sales performance within Amazon’s marketplace, an area that now plays a central role in modern marketing plans. As shopping habits continue to move online, specialist guidance can make a meaningful difference for companies striving to stay competitive. Amazon is no longer just an online store; it functions as a sophisticated advertising platform powered by data, automation, and evolving…
Consumers increasingly rely on search engines to find products, services, and brands, meaning your website’s ability to appear in search results can directly impact your sales and reputation. Among the most effective tools to boost online presence are SEO (search engine optimization) and PPC (pay-per-click) advertising. While both focus on search visibility, they serve distinct purposes and deliver different timelines and benefits. Choosing the right SEO and PPC services in Malaysia is essential to ensure maximum return on investment (ROI) and sustained growth. Combining the right strategies allows businesses to benefit from long-term organic traffic while capturing immediate leads and…
A small personal loan is often the quickest solution for urgent expenses, like medical bills, utility payments, school fees, or unexpected repairs. The rise of digital lending has made these loans easier, faster, and more accessible than ever before. Today, many borrowers can complete the entire process online without visiting a bank branch and receive faster disbursements. But the question is, how fast is “fast”? How quickly can you realistically expect a small personal loan to be approved and credited to your account? This blog explains the timelines, factors that affect approval speed, the required documentation, and tips to help…
Billionaire Thomas Pritzker says he has retired as the Hyatt Hotels chairman, after his ties with Jeffrey Epstein surfaced in the latest files released by the US Department of Justice. He said in a statement on Monday that he had exercised “terrible judgement” in maintaining contact with the convicted sex offender. Recently released files showed that Pritzker was in regular contact with Epstein in the years after the financier’s 2008 plea deal on sex crime charges. Pritzker is the latest business figure to face scrutiny after the release of files showing the extent of Epstein’s network of high-profile elites. Pritzker,…
The family of ex-Zambian President Edgar Lungu, who died in South Africa last June and is yet to be buried, have dismissed allegations he was poisoned. South African police also want custody of his body as part of their investigations, according to the late politician’s family. In a letter to the police, seen by the BBC, their lawyers say the family are co-operating with “criminal proceedings”, but maintain the allegations are “unfounded and unsupported by credible evidence”. It is the latest twist over the fate of Lungu’s body, which remains in a morgue in South Africa and has been subject…
Eleven people were killed in multiple strikes on three alleged drug-trafficking boats in the Eastern Pacific and Caribbean, the US military says. Officials said that of the 11 “male narco-terrorists” killed, four died on the first vessel in the Eastern Pacific, four on a second vessel also in the Eastern Pacific and three on a third vessel in the Caribbean. The Trump administration has carried out more than 40 lethal strikes on alleged drug boats in the Caribbean Sea and Pacific Ocean since September. “Intelligence confirmed the vessels were transiting along known narco-trafficking routes and were engaged in narco-trafficking operations,”…
Online Qur’an learning is becoming a global trend. Many students struggle with time, distance, or finding qualified teachers near them. Traditional classes require long commutes and rigid schedules, which often lead to irregular practice. Digital learning solves these problems by allowing students to connect with experienced teachers from home. Lessons can be flexible, recorded, and repeated. Students can focus on Tajweed, Hifz, or Qirat at their own pace. For adults and children alike, this method offers a practical solution to maintain daily learning without compromising work, school, or family responsibilities. How Can Students Practice Daily With Online Lessons Daily practice…
Kenya secured a major leadership position within the International Police Association (IPA) following the election of Jared Ojuok as President of the African Chapter. The appointment was confirmed during the biennial regional meeting of the International Executive Board (IEB) held on Friday, February 13, 2026, in Manzini City, Eswatini. The IEB meeting was chaired by IPA International President Martin Hoffmann and attended by Vice President and Chairperson of the International Relations Commission Oliver Hoffmann, Treasurer of Finances Kyriakos Perikleous, as well as presidents and secretary generals from the eight African member countries. In his address, Hoffmann expressed strong confidence in…
Police have identified the suspect in a shooting at a high school ice hockey game in Rhode Island that killed two people and injured three others. Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves said Robert Dorgan, who also used the name Roberta and the surname Esposito, died of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound inside the Dennis M Lynch Arena on Sunday. “It appears that this was a targeted event, that it may be a family dispute,” Goncalves said. She did not provide details about the identity of the victims. Video of the incident showed shots were fired while players were on the…
The fight in Hollywood to buy Warner Bros Discovery is shaping up to be a blockbuster. Paramount Skydance, backed by the billionaire Ellison family, has been wooing Warner Bros for months, hoping to join forces with the storied Hollywood name as the media company struggles to compete with the likes of Netflix and Disney. So far, Warner Bros has spurned its proposals. Then it announced a deal to sell the most valuable parts of its business – its studio and streaming divisions – to Netflix instead. Undeterred, Paramount chief executive David Ellison launched a hostile takeover bid, taking his suit…
About 100 US soldiers have arrived in Nigeria to train the West African nation’s armed forces and help them with intelligence in their battle against growing security threats from Islamist militants and other armed groups. The troops and equipment had landed at an airfield in the north-eastern state of Bauchi, Nigerian defence spokesperson Maj Gen Samaila Uba said. He reiterated that the US personnel would not be engaging in combat operations and had come at the request of the government. This is the latest sign of military co-operation between the two countries following the Christmas Day airstrikes launched by the…
Sales reps waste hours each week plotting customer visits by hand. Logistics managers stare at spreadsheets trying to figure out which delivery routes make sense. Operations teams argue over territory boundaries because nobody can see the full picture. These problems share a common thread: location data exists, but nobody can see it properly. Mapping software fixes this. When addresses and sales figures sit in rows and columns, they stay abstract. Put those same numbers on a map and patterns emerge. Clusters of high-value customers become visible. Gaps in service coverage appear. The route that seemed logical reveals itself as a…
Albania offers memorable drives, sweeping coastal roads, tight mountain passes and quiet inland lanes, and every few miles a reminder that cars, like plans, can fail. Do the paperwork at the rental desk, sort insurance and extras, and you strip away much of the hassle before the engine even turns. Book the car and essentials at https://localrent.com/ and you’ll start with one less thing to argue about on the hard shoulder. This guide comes from time spent behind the wheel on these routes: what breaks, what fixes, who turns up fast and which small habits keep a breakdown from ruining…
Walk any big property—hospital campus, airport-adjacent hotel, multi-tenant office tower—and you’ll see the same pattern: signage is everywhere, yet rarely treated like a system. Owners budget for “new signs” the way they budget for paint. Then the inspection fails, a tenant complains, an attorney notices a missing tactile room ID, or a renovation triggers a code review the team didn’t plan for. That is why commercial signage planning belongs in the infrastructure conversation for 2026. Not because signs are “important for branding,” but because they sit at the intersection of enforceable requirements: accessibility, life safety, workplace hazard communication, and ongoing…