Singapore has become one of the world’s “Blue Zones,” a region where people enjoy longer, healthier lives, with life expectancy now reaching 86 years. This success comes from a combination of government policies and community lifestyle choices. The city-state has strict public smoking bans, heavy taxes on cigarettes and alcohol, and encourages healthier diets. Universal…
Rachel Kutumela, a 43-year-old South African police sergeant, faces charges for the brutal murder of six people to collect insurance payouts amounting to over 10 million rand ($570,000). The victims, mostly vulnerable individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds, were targeted between 2019 and 2023. Kutumela allegedly took out life and funeral insurance policies in their names. This…
ExxonMobil Guyana has announced plans to increase oil production from its Stabroek block by 18,000 barrels per day (bpd). The capacity of the Unity floating production, storage, and offloading (FPSO) vessel will increase from 252,000 bpd to 270,000 bpd, pending approval from local authorities. ExxonMobil Guyana currently produces 665,000 bpd, and future developments include the…
As Nigerians face mounting economic hardship from soaring petrol prices and inflation, leaders like President Tinubu, Senate President Akpabio, and Remi Tinubu make insensitive remarks that mock the suffering populace. President Tinubu claims his neoliberal reforms will benefit Nigerians in the future, while Akpabio dismisses citizens fleeing the country’s economic downturn as unpatriotic. With an…
Nigerian banks’ rush to upgrade their core banking systems has caused confusion and frustration for many customers. With banks upgrading to more secure software, the lack of communication and customer support has left millions unable to access their funds, sparking questions about the banks’ commitment to customer welfare. Dr. Uju Ogubunka, President of BCAN,…
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Thailand Expands Visa-Free Entry Scheme to 93 Countries Thailand has expanded its visa-free entry scheme to 93 countries and territories in a bid to revitalize its tourism industry. Excel Magazine International learnt under the new scheme, which took effect on Monday, visitors can stay in the Southeast Asian nation for up to 60 days. This…
Ghanaian Chef Arrested for Fraud, Faking Guinness World Record Renowned Ghanaian chef, Ebenezer Smith, was arrested and detained at the La police station on Tuesday for allegedly defrauding one of his cooking marathon’s sponsors, Amadia Shopping Mall, of approximately GHC350,000. Excel Magazine International reports that Smith’s arrest came shortly after he announced his achievement at…
Rising Fashion Star, Kaya C. Ugorji Celebrates Graduation from Fashion Institute in US By Boniface Ihiasota, USA Kaya C. Ugorji, a rising star in the fashion and art worlds, has celebrated her graduation from the prestigious Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in the United States on May 23rd, 2024 reports Excel Magazine International. Kaya, who…
Judy Onyegbado and Stanley Ogbumuo Tie the Knot in Grand Celebration in US In a momentous celebration of love, the union of Judy Chinazaokou Onyegbado and Stanley Chigozie Ogbumuo took center stage at the Hi-Qu Event Center in Bowie, MD on Saturday December 2nd, 2023. Hosted by the esteemed Onyegbado and Ogbumuo families, the event…