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Bitcoin has entered the early stages of a new bull market after a 24% rally pushed key onchain and demand indicators into bullish territory, according to CryptoQuant.The analytics firm’s Bull Score jumped to 80 from 30 over the past week, hitting its highest level since October 2025 as eight of the index’s 10 underlying indicators now flashing bullish. Bitcoin (BTC) climbed above $80,000 during the rally, but CryptoQuant said a weekly close above its 365-day moving average, currently around $83,000, is needed to confirm the shift to a new bull market.The shift has been supported by accelerating spot demand, while…

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has won all the 13 chairmanship and 171 councillorship seats in the 22 August local government elections in Ebonyi State. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that no other political party participated in the council elections. Patrick Enyi, chairman, Ebonyi State Independent Electoral Commission (EBSIEC), announced the results in Abakaliki on Sunday, saying that APC candidates won all the seats. The chairmen-elect include Osborne Umahi, son of the Minister of Works, David Umahi, for Ohaozara Local Government Area. Others are Peace Agwu, Ishielu; Paul Ituma, Ohaukwu; Friday Nwuhuo, Ezza North; Chinedu Mkpuma, Ezza South;…

Popular Nigerian dancer, hypeman and entertainer Poco Lee is reportedly being held on remand in the United Kingdom and is scheduled to appear before Snaresbrook Crown Court in London on 15 September. The forthcoming appearance will be a plea and trial preparation hearing, a pretrial proceeding in which a defendant is expected to enter a plea, and the court considers arrangements for the subsequent conduct of the case. While reports have linked the proceedings involving Poco Lee to an alleged assault and, in some instances, a sexual offence, the precise charge against the entertainer has not been disclosed in the…

Veteran actor Taiwo Hassan, popularly known as Ogogo, and late actress Rebecca Adebimpe Adekola, popularly known as Ireti, were among the notable faces of Yoruba-language home videos in the 1990s, with the pair frequently playing lovers on screen. Their on-screen chemistry made them a popular screen couple and fuelled speculation among fans that they were romantically involved. However, Ogogo later dismissed the speculation, describing their relationship as strictly professional. Ireti was one of the sought-after younger actresses who contributed to the popularity of Yoruba-language home videos in the 1990s. Born in Abeokuta, Ogun State, she was known for her versatility…

Instagram is launching a new Reels-editing feature that automatically trims your video clips to focus on the highlights. The feature, called First Draft, is rolling out to Instagram’s iPhone app and provides a “starting point” that you can build upon with other edits, according to an announcement on Tuesday.An example shared by Instagram shows a user selecting multiple clips for a reel and then tapping the “First Draft” button. From there, Instagram analyzes the clips — each of which is more than a minute long — before trimming them down to eliminate pauses and showcase the most important parts. Instagram…

Strategy’s Bitcoin treasury may be less vulnerable to a crypto market crash than to a prolonged loss of capital-market access, a risk that could threaten its ability to fund roughly $1.76 billion in annual obligations without selling Bitcoin, according to a recent analysis from Regime Intelligence.According to the report, Strategy’s 840,447 BTC stash sits behind roughly $22 billion in debt and preferred claims, meaning the company’s Bitcoin accumulation model depends on its ability to continually raise fresh capital to meet obligations.Contrary to popular belief, Strategy’s (MSTR) biggest vulnerability isn’t a Bitcoin-driven price drop or liquidity event, but its continued dependence…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Plain tees had their moment, but look around. The chicest girls are elevating jeans and trousers with classy, expensive-looking blouses, and we found 17 polished picks that nail the aesthetic. Prices start at $7, so you can grab one for every day of the week. With flowy silhouettes, delicate details and sleek fabrics, these dreamy tops combine boutique and designer elements, working equally well for errands and in-office days. Our favorite styles pair beautifully with jeans, skirts and trousers alike,…

The Abia chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has granted unconditional pardon to erring members ahead of the 2027 general elections. However, the party vowed to maintain zero tolerance for future acts of indiscipline, disloyalty and anti-party activities among its members. The decision was reached at the party’s post-primaries review and reconciliation stakeholders’ meeting held at its secretariat in Umuahia on Sunday. Moving the motion, Uzor Azubuike, APC candidate for Aba North/South Federal Constituency, said unity required forgiving all members. Mr Azubuike said forgiveness was necessary to protect the party’s electoral prospects and strengthen its chances ahead of the…

The General Superintendent of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor William Kumuyi, has called for peace, security and progress in Nigeria as the Global Crusade with Kumuyi returns to Ogun State. Kumuyi made this statement during his visit to the traditional ruler of Ota, His Majesty Prof. Adeyemi Obalanlege, on Tuesday. The visit was in anticipation of the crusade that is set to begin on Wednesday at the Anglican Grammar School in Ota, Ogun State. Responding to questions from journalists on the security situation in the country, the cleric said peace and security remained the desire of every Nigerian, adding…

Apple is announcing a new generation of the Mac Mini, once again offering two models: one with a new M6 chip and a higher-end model with the M5 Pro found in this year’s MacBook Pro. The new Minis have the same tiny design and footprint as the 2024 M4 / M4 Pro models, but with upgraded internals, faster performance, and speedier ethernet ports.The M6 Mac Mini starts at $899, while the M5 Pro model starts at $1,699. Both cost $100 more than the most recent starting prices of the M4 generation. And while preorders start today, the new Mac Minis…