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A feature film titled, ‘Dara: A Port Harcourt Love Story?’, has been selected for the 2026 edition of the DC Independent Film Festival, emerging as the only African title among five feature films chosen for the global showcase. Written by Miracle Abia, directed by Bobby Rak and produced by MMAC Company Productions, the film will screen at the Regal Theatre, Gallery Place, Washington DC, on February 15, 2026. Founded in 1999, the DC Independent Film Festival is Washington DC’s longest-running independent film festival, renowned for spotlighting bold and original storytelling across feature films, documentaries, short films and animation. The festival…

Ether (ETH) has fallen by 30% over the past seven days, sliding to $1,900 from $2,800. The drop was accompanied by a sharp decline in futures activity, with Ether’s open interest falling by more than $15 billion over the same period.Analysts are now focusing on the long-term technical zones and onchain indicators that may signal a major turning point for ETH price.Key takeaways:Ether has dropped 30% in seven days, slipping below the $2,000 psychological level.Yesterday’s ETH price crash now brings $1,000-$1,400 into focus.ETH drops with the crypto marketThe ETH/USD pair dropped below $2,000 for the first time since May 2025,…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! When visiting a frosty city like Aspen, you need to dress warmly. Clearly, Aubrey Plaza knows this, which is why she recently stepped out in the wintry destination wearing the softest, chicest cashmere stockings we’ve seen this season. According to the brand Calzedonia, Plaza kept the chill at bay in Aspen thanks to its cult-favorite Opaque Matte Cashmere and Modal Tights. With temperatures dropping to -2 degrees Fahrenheit, these nylons played an important functional role in the actress’ look, which included…

The Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA) has banned the activities of Neolife and Faith Heroic Group (FHG) on campus and asked students to stay away from them. In a memo signed by the registrar, Charles Adeleye, the university said the activities of both groups have created “serious discomfort, fear, unnecessary tension and unwarranted pressure” in the university environment and undermined the university’s peaceful and conducive academic atmosphere. Neolife, which claimed it’s a wellness company, has been accused of several improprieties, including exploiting young people, pushing them into debt and encouraging them to abandon formal education with false promises while…

An industrial crisis may be looming at the Federal University Wukari (FUW), Taraba State, following a petition to the Federal Ministry of Education by a group of concerned members of the university, who raised questions about the integrity of the ongoing Vice-Chancellor appointment process. The petition, signed by the group’s National Coordinator, Comrade Bulus Zakari, called for transparency in the selection process and emphasized that appointments should be merit-based and compliant with statutory requirements. According to the petitioners, records do not indicate that one of the shortlisted candidates holds the rank of professor within the university system, a key requirement…

Frank Leao, the father of AC Milan star Rafael Leao, has honored Cristiano Ronaldo by releasing a song in tribute to the Portuguese superstar. This was done to mark Cristiano Ronaldo’s 41st birthday on Thursday, February 5. The AC Milan player’s father is a singer and created a three-minute song that praises the Al-Nassr player. In the song, Frank Leao says his heart aches when fans criticize Ronaldo, whom he calls “one of a kind.” The lyrics repeatedly say “Cristiano Ronaldo,” with just a few lines in the middle addressing the critics. Towards the end, “One of a kind” is…

The Abia State chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party has commended the Independent National Electoral Commission for formally recognising the Abdulrahman Mohammed and Senator Samuel Anyanwu–led PDP Caretaker National Working Committee, in line with a recent judgment of the Federal High Court, Ibadan Division. In a statement issued on Friday and signed by the State Publicity Secretary, Chief Jude Udeachara, the party said INEC’s decision, evident in its invitation to the Mohammed/Anyanwu-led CNWC to a quarterly strategic engagement with political party leaders,”is a clear affirmation of the commission’s respect for the rule of law, equity, justice, and due process.” According…

A 40-year-old woman, Nafisat Lateef, has been arrested by the Ondo State Police Command for allegedly poisoning the three-year-old son of her tenant at Omifon, Odigbo Local Government Area of the state. According to the police, Lateef poisoned the boy following an argument between her and the victim’s mother, identified as Rofiat. The suspect was said to have given the victim a liquid substance suspected to be poisonous. The state Police Public Relations Officer, Abayomi Jimoh, disclosed this in a statement issued on Friday. “The incident occurred on Tuesday, February 4, 2026, at about 8:30am, when the suspect allegedly gave…

Every relationship, especially marriage, goes through seasons of conflict, disappointment, or emotional distance. However, if these moments are ignored, they can create silence and disconnection; when met with care and honesty, they can strengthen the foundation of trust in your marriage. Before you get engrossed in the traditional Valentine’s Day gestures, pause and take a moment to reflect together, observe, and appreciate the growth and connection you share. Step back and make space for honest conversation and genuine appreciation that can strengthen your relationship before indulging in the celebrations. Shift your attention Couples build a deeper sense of security and…

Senator Ireti Kingibe, representing the Federal Capital Territory and a member of the Senate Committee on Electoral Matters, has addressed concerns over the ongoing Electoral Amendment Bill, assuring Nigerians that key reforms, including electronic transmission of results, remain intact. The clarification comes after major opposition parties condemned the Senate’s rejection of a proposed amendment to Clause 70(3) of the Electoral Amendment Bill, which sought to make electronic transmission of election results compulsory. In a statement on X (Formerly Twitter) on Friday, Kingibe said the National Assembly undertook an intensive and inclusive process in 2024 and 2025 to reform Nigeria’s electoral…