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TapTools, a Cardano-focused real-time analytics platform, has begun winding down after its fifth top-level executive departure, compounding leadership instability and making continued operations unsustainable. TapTools said in a post to X on Tuesday that it would begin winding down over the next two weeks, and noted the departure of its two co-founders, chief operating officer and chief technology officer earlier this year.“We worked hard to adapt,” TapTools said, adding that its backend developer had become its CTO as the platform shifted its focus toward shipping products more sustainably; however, they have since departed, and “the technical knowledge required to responsibly operate…

Us Weekly has affiliate partnerships. We receive compensation when you click on a link and make a purchase. Learn more! Halle Berry has never been one for flashy logos or trend-chasing accessories. Instead, the Oscar winner gravitates toward timeless pieces that make everyday outfits look effortlessly expensive. Her latest handbag choice is a perfect example, and it’s exactly the kind of elegant neutral tote rich moms have been carrying for years. On May 29, Berry stepped out in New York City wearing a slouchy cream blazer, relaxed blue jeans, neutral sneakers and oversized sunglasses. The casual outfit was chic on…

Amnesty International has condemned the killing of at least 17 people by gunmen during an attack on Dangulbi community in Tureta Local Government Area of Sokoto State, urging Nigerian authorities to ensure justice for the victims and strengthen protection for vulnerable communities. In a statement on Tuesday, the rights organisation said some of those killed had travelled to the community to celebrate Eid al-Kabir with their families when the attack occurred on June 1, 2026. Amnesty International called on authorities to launch an urgent investigation into the incident, identify those responsible and prosecute them through fair legal proceedings. The organisation also…

Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State on Tuesday expressed distress over the recent kidnapping of students and teachers in Oriire Local Government Area of the state. Makinde noted that this is not the time to cast blames on the governor of the state or President Bola Tinubu, stressing that Nigerians should unite in the fight against insecurity. The governor spoke during a peaceful protest led by the Nigeria Union of Teachers, NUT, the Nigeria Labour Congress, NLC, the Trade Union Congress, TUC, and the National Association of Nigerian Students, NANS, at the his office in Ibadan. “This is a time of national…

FIFA has published a list of all the 1,248 players, that will be representing 48 nations at the 2026 World Cup. The list made public on Tuesday, showed that 891 players will make their debuta at the tournament, while 357 are making a return. This summer’s World Cup kicks off on June 11, 2026, across Canada, Mexico and the United States. In a statement, the world football governing body noted the “exciting milestones” ahead of the opening match. “The final squad lists for the FIFA World Cup 2026™ have been published by FIFA, representing one of the tournament’s most exciting milestones…

Former Minister of Health and Nigeria’s Ambassador-designate to Canada, Prof Isaac Adewole, on Tuesday described Nigeria’s HIV response as one of the greatest public health success stories of modern times. He said investments in treatment, prevention and community-based care transformed millions of lives and significantly reduced the burden of the disease. The former minister, however, cautioned that the country must do more to sustain its achievement in curtailing the HIV outbreak and other diseases. Adewole spoke at the 25th anniversary celebration and public health symposium of APIN Public Health Initiatives in Abuja, where health experts, government officials and development partners…

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has declared a foreign national and two other individuals wanted over alleged financial crimes, including obtaining money by false pretence and criminal breach of trust. This was contained in two separate notices issued on Tuesday by the Head of Media and Publicity of the EFCC, Dele Oyewale. In the first notice, the Commission declared Emeka Iheanacho, 48, wanted for alleged offences of obtaining money by false pretence and criminal conversion of funds. The EFCC stated, “The public is hereby notified that Emeka Iheanacho, whose photograph appears above, is wanted by the Economic and Financial…

Maybe the terrorists that trouble Nigeria and the rest of West Africa can be contained if Nigeria leads the revival of the Economic Community of West African States Monitoring Group, ECOMOG, that restored peace to Sierra Leone and Liberia between the 1980s and 1990s. It will be in Nigeria’s enlightened best interest to combine its anti-terrorism efforts with those of other West African countries, gain their support and make a bigger bang for every buck spent on containing the internal and external terrorists who will then have no place to hide. Recall that the frontline nations, Mozambique, Tanzania, Zambia, Zimbabwe…

The Athletics Federation of Nigeria has fixed June 20 to 22 for the national trials ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland, while also releasing qualification standards for athletes ahead of the event, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Home-based and foreign-based athletes are expected to converge on the Yaba College of Technology Sports Complex in Lagos, bringing together some of the nation’s finest athletes ahead of the Commonwealth Games, which will be held from July 23 to August 2, 2026. The three-day event will feature 32 track and field events for both men and women, with participation in the…

While residents of California, Iowa, Montana, New Jersey, New Mexico and South Dakota are voting today in Democratic and Republican Congressional primaries, the cryptocurrency industry is more focused on the Maryland primaries later this month.According to filings with the US Federal Election Commission (FEC) as of Tuesday, the Coinbase- and Ripple-backed political action committee (PAC) Fairshake affiliate Protect Progress spent about $3 million combined to support Democratic candidates in House races across California and New Jersey. Another affiliate, Defend American Jobs, spent more than $411,000 to support Republican Senator Mike Rounds’ reelection bid in South Dakota.In addition to its activities…