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Crypto bridge CrossCurve has told users to pause interacting with its protocol while it conducts an investigation into a smart contract breach.Crypto protocol CrossCurve said its cross-chain bridge has been attacked, with reports that $3 million has stolen across multiple networks.CrossCurve posted to X late on Sunday that its bridge was “under attack, involving the exploitation of a vulnerability in one of the smart contracts used.”“Please pause all interactions with CrossCurve while the investigation is ongoing,” it added.The blockchain security-focused X account Defimon Alerts said CrossCurve was exploited for around $3 million “on several networks.”It added that one of CrossCurve’s…

Bridgerton fans know that season 5 will focus on either Eloise or Francesca — but what else has been revealed about possible book changes, character exits and more? The Netflix series, which is based on the book series written by Julia Quinn, centers around members of the wealthy Bridgerton family as they search for love in 19th century London. Season 1 centered around Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor) and Simon Basset (Regé-Jean Page), who were the central couple in the first book, The Duke and I. Season 2, took inspiration from The Viscount Who Loved Me, which followed Anthony Bridgerton (Jonathan…

The Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, has confirmed that he was among the individuals targeted for arrest or assassination in the foiled coup plot uncovered by Nigerian security agencies. Speaking during Sunday Politics, a Channels TV programme, Mr Musa, a retired Nigerian Army general, disclosed that intelligence gathered during investigations showed he had been specifically listed as a target by the coup plotters. “I was supposed to be arrested, and if I refused, I was supposed to be shot,” he said on Sunday. In October 2025, PREMIUM TIMES exclusively reported how the coup plotters marked key government officials for assassination…

The management of the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Jabi, has denied allegations on social media that it failed to provide adequate care to Ifunanya Nwagene, who died after suffering complications from a snake bite.In a statement issued on Sunday and signed by Bioku Muftau, head of clinical services, the hospital said Ms Nwagene died from severe neurotoxic complications arising from the snake bite, and not from negligence or the absence of anti-snake venom, as alleged online. The management expressed sympathy with the family of the deceased, describing her death as a painful loss.“First and foremost, we express our deepest condolences…

Over 130 participants took to the streets in Lekki, Lagos for the 5th edition of the 7Km Run/Walk for fitness and wellness The exercise organised by I am Alive and Thankful in conjunction with passionate committee of friends had the theme ‘Accountability Walk/Run.’ And so, everybody was a winner on Saturday as they ran and walked through the streets for fitness with the takeoff and finish point at Divine Mercy Catholic Church, Lekki. The event was strictly not about winning but Samson Ukpa (male category) and Thomas Blessing (female category) were singled out as outstanding participants. They received attractive gifts…

The Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Abdulmalik Mohammed Sarkin-Daji, has commended the Nigerian Army and security agencies for a successful operation in Mariga Local Government Area, which rescued about 70 kidnapped victims. Praising the bravery and professionalism of the security forces in a statement, the Speaker said the operation has restored hope in affected communities. Sarkin-Daji also commended the Department of State Services, DSS, and other security agencies for their strong collaboration and support, which contributed to the success of the operation carried out in Mariga Local Government Area and other parts of the Niger North Senatorial…

Following the death of Ifunanya Nwangene, who died on Saturday due to a snake bite, Nigerians have taken to the country’s social media space to express frustration over the failure of health institutions to save the life of the aspiring singer. According to netizens, Nwangene’s death could have been prevented if the hospitals she was rushed to had antivenom in stock. The 26-year-old, who used TikTok to further project her talent after appearing on The Voice Nigeria in 2021, was bitten by a snake at her residence in Abuja, the Federal Capital Territory. Reports indicate that the rising music star…

Victor Osimhen scored his 200th career goal as Galatasaray thrashed Kayserispor 4-0 in their Turkish Super Lig clash on Sunday night. The Nigeria international also provided an assist in the game. Osimhen has so far registered 165 club goals, and another 35 on the international scene. The 27-year-old scored Galatasaray’s second goal from the penalty spot in the 26th minute. The striker then   teed up Gabriel Sara for Okan Buruk’s side third goal on the hour mark. Osimhen has  scored  14 goals in 20 appearances across all competitions for the Yellow and Reds this season. Galatasaray maintained top spot on…

Speaker of the Niger State House of Assembly, Abdulmalik Sarkin-Daji, has commended the Nigerian Army, the Department of State Services, and other security agencies for what he described as remarkable operational successes recorded against bandits in Mariga LGA and parts of the Niger North senatorial district of the state. The speaker described the operation as a major breakthrough in the fight against insecurity in the state, noting that the bravery, professionalism, and commitment demonstrated by the security personnel resulted in the death of several bandits, while others were successfully arrested by the security agencies. The Speaker also commended the joint…

Pep Guardiola insisted Manchester City will keep fighting for the Premier League title despite blowing a two-goal lead in a damaging 2-2 draw at Tottenham on Sunday. Guardiola’s side raced ahead in north London thanks to first-half goals from Rayan Cherki and Antoine Semenyo. But City collapsed after the interval. Dominic Solanke bundled home to reduce the deficit, kicking the back of City defender Marc Guehi’s leg in the act of scoring, but VAR reviewed the incident, and the goal was allowed to stand. City were unable to stem the tide of Tottenham pressure and Solanke produced a sensational scorpion…