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The People’s Bank of China (PBOC), the country’s central bank, and seven Chinese regulatory agencies published a joint statement on Friday banning the unapproved issuance of Renminbi-pegged stablecoins and tokenized real-world assets (RWAs).The ban applies to both domestic and foreign stablecoin and tokenized RWA issuers, according to the statement, which was also signed by the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology and China’s Securities Regulatory Commission. A translation of the announcement said:“Stablecoins pegged to fiat currencies perform some of the functions of fiat currencies in disguise during circulation and use. No unit or individual at home or abroad may issue…

After Kate Walsh returned to Grey’s Anatomy, viewers noticed a potential continuity error involving Addison. During Walsh’s guest appearance in the most recent episode, Addison and Amelia (Caterina Scorsone) were seen bonding over a plate of cookies. But while Amelia, who is now sober, paired that with a glass of milk, Addison opted for wine. “Quick question for the Greys Anatomy writers,” read a post from a fan on X. “Why did you bring Addison back in season 18 and have her tell us she was struggling with alcohol, only to show her casually drinking WINE in season 22?” Some…

The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, has given contractors three days to evacuate refuse in satellite towns or face contract termination. Mr Wike issued the ultimatum after inspecting road projects in Karu, Bwari, Kubwa and the Apo–Karshi road corridor in Abuja on Friday. He directed the FCT Satellite Towns Development Department Coordinator, Abdulkadir Zulkiflu, to ensure full compliance with the directive. The minister particularly expressed concern over growing heaps of refuse along the Orozo–Apo–Karshi road corridor during the inspection. “By Monday or Tuesday, if I still see this refuse, his job will be terminated. “This is unacceptable.…

The Joint Health Sector Unions (JOHESU) has suspended its nationwide strike following an agreement with the federal government to implement overdue salary adjustments and other outstanding demands. This was disclosed in a statement sent to PREMIUM TIMES on Friday, which also detailed the outcome of JOHESU’s National Executive Council (NEC) meeting held the same day. “After exhaustive deliberations and review of the terms of settlement of the conciliation meeting, the expanded NEC-in-Session voted unanimously to suspend the ongoing indefinite nationwide strike action to allow for the implementation of the FG-JOHESU Terms of Settlements,” the statement read. JOHESU members, include health…

An Ebonyi-born, Anambra-based disc jockey and spinal cord injury patient, Andrew Chukwuleta Okemiri, has appealed to the Federal Government and health authorities across the country to urgently intervene in the ongoing doctors’ strike, warning that the industrial action is worsening the suffering of vulnerable patients who rely on continuous medical care. In a letter addressed to the Federal Government, the Minister of Health, and State Commissioners for Health, Okemiri called for swift dialogue and resolution of the dispute to enable doctors to return to work and resume treatment for patients battling life-threatening conditions. He stressed that individuals living with spinal…

Manchester United reportedly rejected the chance to sign Super Eagles midfielder, Wilfred Ndidi, during the 2024 January window. This was revealed by football transfer expert, Fabrizio Romano, while speaking on his Here We Go podcast. According to Romano, Ndidi would have been a “low cost” transfer for the Red Devils. Instead, when Ndidi left Leicester City, he went on to sign for Besiktas despite being keen on the move to Old Trafford. “I can tell you that Wilfred Ndidi, former midfielder from Leicester, now at Besiktas, was offered as an opportunity to Man United,” Romano said. “A low-cost opportunity, the…

Rising Nollywood actress and producer, Oyindamola Sanni, has opened up on her evolving career, her experience as a returning cast member in ‘Aníkúlápó: The Ghoul Awakens’, and her long-term ambitions within Nigeria’s film industry. Sanni, who has continued to expand her footprint both on streaming platforms and digital media, revealed that she has remained active on multiple fronts. “I am an actor and a producer,” she said, noting that she recently worked on film projects for her YouTube channel as well as a Netflix production. Speaking on her return to Kunle Afolayan’s epic fantasy series, Sanni described the experience as…

The President of the Omoku Youth Federation in Ogba-Egbema-Ndoni Local Government Area of Rivers State, Ifeanyi Azuazu, has been killed by suspected cultists. Sources familiar with the incident told Saturday PUNCH that the cultists beheaded Azuazu and also killed his aide, Chigozie Oluwu. According to the sources, the attack occurred around 6pm on Thursday when about seven assailants stormed a popular drinking spot along Ogolo Street, off Palace Road in Omoku town. One resident said the attackers, who arrived in two vehicles, confronted the youth president and ordered him into a car. “His aide, Oluwu, attempted to intervene and was…

Some ladies who lament about a “lack of love” are also those whose hands are filled with multiple men they are not casual with, yet none of whom they have a future with. It becomes a problem when our conduct does not align with our heart’s desire. Life has principles too, and these principles do not revolve around our whims. These are my two cents to any lady seeking love. The most important habit that can help you gain clarity is decluttering your emotional space. This can be as simple as releasing the multiple men you have been stringing along.…

Mouloudia Alger boosted their hopes of reaching the CAF Champions League knockout stage after securing a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Sudan’s Al Hilal in Group C on Friday, as Matchday Five action gathered momentum across the continent. CAF Champions League result on Friday: Matchday five Group C In Algiers Mouloudia Alger (ALG) 2 (Anatouf 15, Ferhat 44) Al Hilal (SUD) 1 (M’Bareck 77) Playing Saturday (all times GMT) Group A – Power Dynamos (ZAM) v Renaissance Berkane (MAR) (1300); Group D – Petro Luanda (ANG) v Simba (TAN) (1600); Group B – FAR Rabat (MAR) v Young Africans (TAN), JS…