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According to the data compiled for the latest Employment and Social Trends 2026 report, the global unemployment rate is projected to stay stable at around 4.9 per cent this year, equivalent to some 186 million people out of work.The biggest area of growth is in poorer countries – a reflection of the ageing population in richer economies, where fewer people of working age are available to enter or remain in work.Job growth is projected to be 0.5 per cent in upper middle-income countries as opposed to 3.1 per cent in low-income nations.However, being employed is not necessarily the same as having a…

Mothering Sunday is a significant day in the Christian calendar, observed on the fourth Sunday of Lent, which falls on Sunday, March 15 this year. The day is dedicated to honouring and appreciating the important contributions mothers and caregivers make in shaping positive values and strengthening family bonds. Within the Christian tradition, this day historically involved individuals returning to the church where they were baptised and reuniting with their families, particularly those who reside away from home. In contemporary practice, it is observed as Mother’s Day, during which mothers receive cards, flowers, and gifts from their children and others whom…

Looking for the most recent Strands answer? Click here for our daily Strands hints, as well as our daily answers and hints for The New York Times Mini Crossword, Wordle, Connections and Connections: Sports Edition puzzles.Today’s NYT Strands puzzle is fun and timely, relating to a certain big ceremony held this weekend. Some of the answers are difficult to unscramble, so if you need hints and answers, read on.I go into depth about the rules for Strands in this story. If you’re looking for today’s Wordle, Connections and Mini Crossword answers, you can visit CNET’s NYT puzzle hints page.Read more: NYT Connections Turns 1: These Are the…

The Ministry of Defence of the United Arab Emirates has said its air defence systems intercepted multiple missiles and drones launched from Iran, as escalating hostilities in the region continue to threaten Gulf security. In a statement posted on its official X account on Saturday, the ministry disclosed that the country’s air defences engaged several aerial threats in the latest wave of attacks. “UAE air defence systems on 14th March engaged 9 ballistic missiles and 33 UAVs launched from Iran,” the statement said. The ministry noted that the interceptions reflect the scale of the attacks the Gulf nation says it…

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission has declared that the era of oil companies holding on to exploration licences for years without developing the assets is officially over, as new provisions under the Petroleum Industry Act compel operators to either develop their fields or relinquish them. The Commission Chief Executive of the NUPRC, Oritsemeyiwa Eyesan, disclosed this while receiving a delegation from the Petroleum Directorate of Sierra Leone at the commission’s headquarters in Abuja. Eyesan also expressed satisfaction with the level of investor interest recorded so far in Nigeria’s 2025 oil licensing round, describing the number of applicants as encouraging…

Arsenal moved a step closer to the Premier League title as Max Dowman became the competition’ youngest ever goalscorer in a dramatic 2-0 win against Everton, while Chelsea’s top four bid was dented a 1-0 defeat against Newcastle on Saturday. Mikel Arteta’s side struggled to break down obdurate Everton until the closing moments at the Emirates Stadium. But Sweden forward Viktor Gyokeres finally found a way through in the 89th minute, with a helping hand from Everton goalkeeper Jordan Pickford. Pickford completely missed Dowman’s cross and Piero Hincapie bundled the ball back into the six-yard box for Gyokeres to tap…

Paul Onuachu scored for the eighth straight game as Trabzonspor beat Caykur Rizespor 1-0 on Saturday night. The Nigeria international netted the winning goal for the hosts in the 51st minute. The goal was Onuachu’s 40th for the Black Sea Storm, making him the third highest scoring foreign player in the history of the club. Only former Georgia international Shota Arveladze (85), and his compatriot Anthony Nwakaeme (51) have scored more goals than Onuachu. The 32-year-old is currently the leading scorer in the Turkish Super Lig this season having registered 21 goals. Trabzonspor moved levelled on points with second-placed Fenerbahce…

Fifth-placed Chelsea were beaten by Anthony Gordon’s goal at Stamford Bridge to round off a painful week. Thrashed 5-2 at Paris Saint-Germain in the last-16 first leg, Liam Rosenior’s side were breached in the 18th minute when Tino Livramento’s pass allowed Joe Willock to burst clear and tee up Gordon for a composed finish. Chelsea trail Aston Villa and Manchester United by three points, having played a game more than their top-four rivals. Brighton beat Sunderland 1-0 to climb into the top half of the Premier League, while second-bottom Burnley held Bournemouth in a 0-0 draw. Sunderland were unbeaten in…

United Kingdom-based gospel musician, Tochukwu Richard, aka Richy Okechukwu, is gaining recognition for his contribution to contemporary gospel music. Born in Lagos but originally from Arochukwu in Abia State, the artiste began his music career in 2011 and has since built a growing presence within the global gospel music community. A statement shared with Saturday Beats noted that his sound blends R&B with gospel, Afro-gospel, worship and contemporary Christian music, creating a style that connects African gospel influences with modern production elements. It added, “Since relocating to the United Kingdom, he has continued to expand his reach through recordings, live…

The people of Myanmar continue to suffer amid “widespread violations of international human rights law and international humanitarian law,” as the cycle of impunity persists, the spokesperson for UN Secretary-General António Guterres said in a statement, on Friday, marking the anniversary.“The suffering of the people of Myanmar has deepened,” Farhan Haq, the UN Deputy Spokesperson, said, pointing to escalating military airstrikes hitting civilians, acute food insecurity and nearly 5.2 million people displaced, both inside the country and across borders.The Secretary-General, he added, remains “deeply concerned by the rapidly deteriorating situation” and its serious regional repercussions, including rising transnational crime, economic…