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Many engineers are more comfortable working behind the scenes developing technology than speaking to consumers about products. But Preethi Ashwath has learned to take center stage, talking about the “hearable” and wearable devices she has had a hand in developing as an analog integrated circuit designer in the consumer electronics division at Analog Devices of Wilmington, Mass.The IEEE member is one of the few women who work in the specialized field, where about 11 percent are female, according to career platform Zippia. Preethi Ashwath Employer Analog Devices, in BostonTitle Integrated circuit designerMember grade MemberAlma maters SJB Institute of Technology in…

Veteran Nollywood Actor Francis Duru has died at 57 after brief illness. NewsOnline Nigeria reports that Veteran Nollywood actor Francis Duru has died at the age of 57 following a brief illness, his family has announced, prompting tributes from colleagues and members of Nigeria’s entertainment industry.The family announced his death in a statement posted on the actor’s verified Instagram page in the early hours of Friday, October 23, 2026.“We, the family of Francis Duru, regret to announce his passing following a brief illness. We appreciate your prayers, love, and understanding. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen,” the statement read.The…

By Adedapo Adesanya The federal government has said malaria parasite prevalence among Nigerian children aged six to 59 months declined from 22 per cent in 2021 to 15.2 per cent in 2025, as it targets a 50 per cent reduction in the disease burden and malaria-related deaths by 2030. The Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Muhammad Ali Pate, disclosed this on Thursday in Abuja at the launch of the 2025 Nigeria Malaria Indicator Survey Report and the National Malaria Strategic Plan 2026–2030. The minister, who was represented by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Mr Daju Kachollom, said the…

Socialite Kazeem Afolabi, popularly known as KC Luxury, was brought to the Federal High Court in Lagos in an ambulance on Friday as his lawyer made another attempt at his release on bail on medical grounds. Mr Afolabi was said to be receiving oxygen and remained in the ambulance while proceedings were held inside the courtroom, The Cable reported. A nurse at the Police Hospital, Falomo, Lagos, Bukki Yahya, told the court that Mr Afolabi was admitted on 7 October and diagnosed with asthma and sepsis. An officer of the Nigerian Correctional Service had earlier told the court that the…

Barring any further change of plans, French President Emmanuel Macron has cancelled his visit to Nigeria, PREMIUM TIMES can report. Mr Macron cancelled his trip, initially scheduled for Wednesday, 28 October, due to concerns about the ongoing protests in France, Nigeria’s upcoming presidential election, and the new Ebola case. Nigerian sources briefed about the planned visit told PREMIUM TIMES that Mr Macron and President Bola Tinubu agreed on Thursday to cancel the state visit. Mr Macron feared that a trip to Nigeria amid the ongoing demonstrations across France could be seen as insensitive and irresponsible. The violent demonstrations in the…

News » Premier League news » Everton newsOctober 23, 2026 20:15 GMT (UK), by Sri Aswin View Everton transfer targets Hincapie fit for Everton game Arsenal defender Piero Hincapie has returned to full training ahead of the Premier League clash against Everton at the Emirates Stadium tomorrow. The Ecuador international was struggling with a groin issue earlier this campaign but he managed to fully recover during the international break.However, he sustained another setback on his return. The left-back has been nursing an ankle issue in recent weeks, but he is now deemed fully fit.Riccardo Calafiori has been the undisputed left-back for the Gunners this…

Janet Ogundepo The Medical and Dental Consultants’ Association of Nigeria has urged federal and state governments to activate infectious disease isolation centres, strengthen surveillance and improve hospital preparedness following the confirmed case of Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease in the country. The association also called for increased contact tracing, laboratory diagnostic capacity and cross-border collaboration at airports, seaports and land borders to contain the disease. In a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Dr Taiwo Alatishe, on behalf of its President, Prof Apollos Ndukuba, MDCAN said Nigeria’s large population, high mobility and fragile health system required deliberate and coordinated efforts to…

If you’ve managed to snag a shiny new iPhone Duo, congratulations on surviving the scramble to get one. Now the fun begins. I’ve spent a little over a week with Apple’s first foldable phone, and it has several features that make it feel like a genuinely practical and intuitive device — and with a $1,999 starting price, I’d sure hope so.  What stands out about the Duo is its versatility. Similar to other passport-size folding phones like the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and the Xiaomi 18 Fold, you can hop between a more compact, 5.4-inch cover screen when sending…

Stakeholders in the design and creative industries have called for increased financing, improved design education and stronger collaboration between manufacturers and designers to transform Africa’s creative talent and locally sourced materials into commercially viable products.They made the call at the official press briefing of Design Week Lagos 2026, held in Lagos on Thursday, where industry leaders stressed the need to move beyond celebrating African creativity to building sustainable businesses capable of competing in local and international markets.The event, which runs from October 18 to 25, has the theme, “Making a New Africa: From Material to Market.”Speaking at the briefing, the…

Crude oil prices climbed above $114 per barrel on Friday as escalating hostilities in the Middle East heightened concerns over disruptions to global petroleum supplies. Brent crude oil, the international benchmark for Nigerian crude oil, rose 1.2% to $114.47 per barrel at 07:39 a.m., while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) gained 1.4% to $100.84 per barrel. The increase followed renewed security threats involving Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi movement, raising concerns about the safety of energy infrastructure and oil shipments across the region. Reports that Saudi Aramco evacuated its headquarters in Dhahran added to market uncertainty as traders assessed the…