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Neil Batlivala has spent seven years building a healthcare company that most of the tech industry has never heard of and that serves a patient population most of Silicon Valley ignores. But last month, that work put him at the center of something much bigger. His company, Pair Team, announced on April 30 it had been accepted into ACCESS, a Medicare program — as one of 150 participants chosen by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services to test what AI-driven medical care could look like at federal scale. The program goes live July 5. “The government is creating swim…
Man United midfielder Casemiro has sparked debate in football circles after revealing his views on two of the biggest stars he shared a dressing room with during his time at Real Madrid, Cristiano Ronaldo and Gareth Bale. As reported by BBC Sport on Wednesday, speaking on the *Rio Ferdinand Presents podcast, the Brazilian midfielder, who spent nine years at the Spanish giants and won multiple Champions League titles, was asked to assess the talent he played alongside at the peak of Madrid’s dominance. Casemiro was quick to make a clear distinction. For him, Ronaldo stands alone at the very top…
Abia Warriors F.C. have suspended technical adviser Imama Amapakabo and chief coach Bethel Oji over alleged acts of insubordination, with former Super Eagles goalkeeper Ike Shorunmu immediately placed in temporary charge of the club. The development was confirmed in an official letter signed by the club chairman, John Obuh. According to the statement, both Amapakabo and Oji have been suspended from all football-related activities pending the outcome of ongoing investigations into the incidents. “Abia Warriors have suspended Imama Amapakabo and Bethel Oji from all club activities with immediate effect over alleged acts of insubordination,” the letter stated. The club further…
The Ekiti State Government has sealed an eatery in Ado Ekiti, the state capital, for allegedly violating sanitation regulations. The eatery was sanctioned during an enforcement exercise carried out by the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources. A statement from the ministry on Tuesday said the enforcement exercise was part of efforts aimed at addressing environmental sanitation breaches linked to persistent odour nuisance in parts of the state capital. The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Mrs Tosin Aluko-Ajisafe, who led the ministry’s team during inspections around the Federal Polytechnic Satellite Campus Junction and other parts of Ado Ekiti, said,…
News » Premier League news » Chelsea newsMay 13, 2026 05:53 GMT (UK), by Ketan Patel View Chelsea summer 2026 transfer targets Nwaneri set for Chelsea move? Chelsea are reportedly preparing to test Arsenal’s resolve with a summer move for teenage sensation Ethan Nwaneri as the club continue their aggressive long-term recruitment strategy. The 19-year-old has continued his rapid development at Arsenal this season, impressing whenever given opportunities in the first team. His technical quality, composure on the ball and ability to operate in multiple attacking positions have made him one of the standout young players at the Emirates Stadium. Chelsea scouts have reportedly…
Nollywood veteran Kate Henshaw has expressed shock and regret over the passing of popular actor Alex Ekubo, revealing that she had been trying to reach him without realising the severity of his condition. The news of Ekubo’s death at the age of 40 sent shockwaves through the Nigerian entertainment industry on Tuesday, after the actor reportedly succumbed to his battle with cancer. Taking to her X handle, Henshaw initially reacted to the breaking news with a post that captured her disbelief. “I just heard a terrible news! Father Lord plsssss ,” she wrote. Responding to an inquiry from a fan…
Adebayo Folorunsho-Francis Oncology pharmacists and other healthcare professionals on Tuesday called for stronger collaboration, improved standards and expanded pharmacovigilance systems to tackle the growing burden of cancer in Nigeria. The experts spoke at the maiden edition of the 2026 Biennial Scientific Conference of the Oncology Practitioners Association of Nigeria held in Abuja, where stakeholders highlighted gaps in cancer treatment infrastructure, medication safety and specialised oncology pharmacy practice. Speaking at the conference, President of the Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria, Tanko Ayuba, stressed the increasing importance of oncology pharmacists in delivering safe and effective care to cancer patients. Ayuba, who was represented…
Although the next general election is still some time away, Nigeria’s political class has already slipped fully into campaign mode. Across ministries, government houses, and legislative chambers, governance increasingly appears to be taking a back seat as political office holders focus more on securing re-election tickets or positioning themselves for higher offices. In Abuja, hotels, guest houses, and political meeting points are once again filled with governors, lawmakers, commissioners, political aides, and party loyalists lobbying influential leaders, negotiating alliances, and seeking endorsements ahead of party primaries. Some of these politicians have practically relocated to the nation’s capital, where party headquarters…
Electric truck and SUV manufacturer Rivian on Tuesday announced the rollout of its new Rivian Assistant AI via software update to all compatible R1T and R1S owners subscribed to its Connect Plus cellular data plan. The new functionality will also be unlocked for the upcoming R2 at launch later this year. Powered directly by the EV’s onboard hardware and software rather than layered atop a phone-mirroring system or living in the cloud, Rivian’s Assistant will gain native access to almost all vehicle systems — which enables advanced features beyond just answering questions.Rivian first announced at its Autonomy & AI Day event…
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