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Business Insider
13 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Insider
Nigeria will hold a powerful card should World War III happen - Ben Murray-Bruce
With the hostilities across the globe, including the recent bout between Israel and Iran, it seems like the threat of World War III looms with each passing year, leaving the state of Africa's future in question. While some think Africa would be negatively affected, Ben Murray-Bruce projected that Nigeria, would be in an advantageous position. Global tensions are heightened by conflicts in the Middle East, Ukraine, and strategic actions by major world powers. Former Nigerian senator Ben Murray-Bruce predicts the inevitability of World War III due to nuclear proliferation and volatile leadership. He emphasizes Africa's non-involvement due to its peaceful diplomatic stance and lack of territorial ambition. Geopolitical fault lines are spreading as a result of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, the war in Ukraine, and rising tensions among global giants such as the United States, Russia, China, and Iran. The prospect of these sparks igniting a worldwide conflagration, possibly World War III, is no longer the stuff of dystopian fiction. Adding weight to this concern is a bold statement by Ben Murray-Bruce, founder of Silverbird Group and former Nigerian senator, as reported by the Punch. In a recent interview with Global Affairs Expert Dane Waters, Murray-Bruce warned that another world war is 'inevitable,' citing the surge in nuclear armaments and the alarming presence of 'trigger-happy' leaders at the helm of powerful nations. 'We're in big trouble and as long as we have the kind of leaders we have in the world today, I see World War Three coming and it's going to be terrible,' he stated. The Middle East remains a major hotspot for conflict. The continuing battle in Gaza, Israeli-Iranian tensions, and the involvement of global forces on opposite sides of these wars all increase the risks. Add to that China's strategic military posture in the South China Sea and Russia's ongoing conflict against Ukraine, and the circumstances for a larger, deadlier conflict look ominously ripe. Murray-Bruce referenced historical events, stating, 'I think we are in trouble. I think there's too much violence in the world today. I think access to weapons is easy. I think we have a lot of trigger-happy leaders across the world, and because they are trigger-happy, they don't care. He added, 'We have a lot of despots and crazy people. So, war is inevitable. It goes back to like 1945, 1939, 1917. First world war, second world war, Korean war, Vietnam war. 'I think there are many crazy people in the world, and as long as we elect crazy people into leadership positions, this is what we're going to have because it's the leaders that cause the war, not the people.' Nigeria's Projection from Ben Murray-Bruce in the face of a third World War Despite this grim prognosis, Murray-Bruce has a rather optimistic view of Africa, particularly Nigeria. He argues that, while World War III might devastate most of the industrialized world, countries such as Nigeria may be spared the consequences. His explanation is twofold: Africa's overall lack of nuclear ambitions and its largely benign diplomatic posture. 'The beauty of World War III is that it's not going to affect Africa. Africa will be spared. You guys are going to fight all across the world, but we are going to be safe in Nigeria,' Murray-Bruce stated. 'Nobody is going to be fighting in Nigeria because we have no territorial ambitions, we have no desire to acquire nuclear weapons, we don't want to fight anybody, we're friends with all our West African neighbours,' he added. He also suggested that Nigeria might be able to accept displaced people from the West after a world war, but only under stringent visa requirements. 'So yeah, there's going to be a World War III, the rest of the world will be destroyed, and we'll be happy to welcome Americans, Israelis, and Iranians to Nigeria,' he said.
Eater
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Eater
Eater Chicago's Ashok Selvam Wins James Beard Media Award
The 2025 James Beard Foundation Media Awards took place on June 14 in Chicago, and Eater Chicago's Ashok Selvam won the Jonathan Gold Local Voice Award. The award recognizes, according to the Beards, 'the work of an individual who engages readers through enterprising food and dining coverage, and whose work displays versatility in form, such as reviews, profiles, cooking, quick hits, and hard news reporting.' Leading Eater's Midwest region including Chicago, Detroit, and Twin Cities, Selvam was recognized for his enterprising reports like his coverage of the aftermath of Etta Collective's bankruptcies and a feature on the evolving cuisine of Indian American chefs, as well as more light-hearted writing, including a spotlight on the milkshakes that helped White Sox fans endure a losing season. In addition, Punch was recognized with a journalism award in the Beverage category for Craig Sauers's feature story on the Herculean challenges that distilleries face in Thailand. This award recognizes 'distinctive style, thorough knowledge, plainspoken prose, and innovative approach in a single article on alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverages.' These wins came among six nominations for Eater and Punch, including nominations for Eater correspondent Jaya Saxena for the MFK Fisher Distinguished Writing Award, Eater Chicago freelance contributor Nylah Iqbal Muhammad in the Foodways category, Eater's video team in the Commercial Media category, and an additional nomination in the Beverage category for Punch contributor Mickey Lyons. This marks Eater's 13th and Punch's fourth James Beard Media Award in the past eight years. Elsewhere at Vox Media, Gastropod co-host Nicola Twiley won in the Literary Writing category for her book Frostbite: How Refrigeration Changed Our Food, Our Planet, and Ourselves from Penguin Press.
Daily Mail
12-06-2025
- General
- Daily Mail
Judy the hero Boxer dog honoured for charging at gun-toting terrorists and saving her brother's life
The gallantry medal awarded to a hero dog who thwarted a terrorist attack on British officers and saved her brother's life has sold for £22,000. Judy, a Boxer Bitch, and her brother Punch sprang into action after detecting intruders at an army compound in Palestine in the aftermath of Second World War. They barked furiously to alert their masters then charged towards the assailants. The canines were met by a burst of sub-machine fire from the terrorists but did not take a backwards step. The two officers inside the compound heard the commotion and ran outside. They saw a pool of blood which led them to Punch who was seriously wounded with Judy draped over him. She had attempted to shield her brother from further bullets after he was shot in the throat, skull and groin. She somehow emerged unscathed from the firing frenzy other than a bullet graze to her back. The gallantry medal awarded to a hero dog who thwarted a terrorist attack on British officers and saved her brother's life has sold for £22,000. Judy, a Boxer Bitch, and her brother Punch sprung into action after detecting intruders at an army compound in Palestine in the aftermath of Second World War The Dickin Medal awarded to Judy for thwarting the attack on a British Army base in Palestine in 1946 Punch, miraculously, also survived, despite losing three quarters of a pint of blood. The terrorists would have been able to sneak in undetected to the house and murder the officers in cold blood without their dogs' intervention. Judy's devotion to her sibling and willingness to risk her life saved his. Both dogs were awarded the Dickin Medal, the animal equivalent to the Victoria Cross, for their fearless actions protecting their masters on the night of August 5, 1946. Judy's medal was sold by a private collector who has owned it for 14 years. It went under the hammer at auctioneers Noonans, of Mayfair, London, where it outperformed the pre-sale estimate of £14,000 to £18,000. The dogs were the pets of Lieutenant Colonel Campbell, who was Deputy Judge Advocate General of the Jerusalem Military Court, and the Adjutant General Lt Col Niven. The officers shared a house in the Jerusalem suburb and, seemingly oblivous to the danger posed to them, had left the front door open. Judy was awarded for her heroics in Palestine. So far 38 dogs have been awarded the Dickin Medal Judy's Dickin Medal citation reads: 'For beating off a terrorist attack on British Officers at risk of her own life while serving with Army H.Q. Palestine, on August 5th 1946.' Returning to the UK and after undergoing quarantine, both dogs were presented with their Dickin Medals during the Royal Tournamentcat Olympia on June 14, 1947. The Dickin Medal was created in 1943 by Maria Dickin, the founder of British veterinary charity the People's Dispensary for Sick Animals, to honour animal gallantry during the war. To date, 75 have been awarded by the PDSA, with 38 going to dogs, 32 to pigeons, four to horses and one to a cat. A Noonans spokesperson said: 'This Dickin Medal for gallantry was awarded to Judy, a boxer bitch, for thwarting a night-time terrorist attack on British officers in Palestine. 'Suddenly the dogs became aware of intruders within the compound. 'Racing into the darkness and barking furiously, they were met with a burst of sub-machine gun fire from one or possibly two terrorists within the barbed-wire protected perimeter. 'Apparently the intruders were stealthily creeping towards the house with the intent to kill the officers. The certificate accompanying the Dickin Medal that was awarded to Judy the Boxer 'The barking and gunfire alerted the officers, thwarted the attack and thus saved their lives. 'Judy protected and undoubtedly saved the life of her severely wounded brother Punch, at risk to her own life.' Christopher Mellor-Hill, head of client liaison at Noonans, added: 'The sale of a Dickin Medal is always hugely emotive and this story is no different reflecting bravery and courage as well as emphasising the great British tradition of the almost human-like relationship that dogs have for us and others.' In December 2024, the Dickin Medal awarded to Antis the dog who flew in over 30 wartime combat missions was reunited with his master's family after a £60,000 sale. Antis the Alsatian loyally sat next to his owner Czech airman Robert Bozdech in the turret of a Wellington bomber for operations over Nazi-occupied Europe. He was twice wounded in action; once by shrapnel over Kiel and then when a shell exploded under his aircraft during a raid on Hannover. Antis was the only dog who flew in World War Two operations and his medal had left the Bozdech family when a private collector bought it in 1994. In October 2022, the Dickin Medal for an SAS dog who did over 20 parachute jumps behind enemy lines in World War Two sold for a record £140,000 at Noonans. Rob, a black and white collie-retriever from a Shropshire farm, was involved in the North African campaign and sabotage missions in Italy.
NDTV
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- NDTV
Tata Motors Commits Rs 35,000 Crore To Expand EV And New Car Lineup
India's Tata Motors plans to invest up to 350 billion rupees ($4.1 billion or Rs 35,000 crore) over the next five years, aiming to cement its position as the country's top electric vehicle maker amid rising competition and a push to adopt clean cars. The maker of the Nexon and Punch sport utility vehicles will nearly double its portfolio from eight models to 15, launch more EVs and compressed natural gas cars as well as enhance the vehicles' technology features, according to its investor day presentation released on Monday. India, the world's third-largest car market, is planning stricter emission norms starting 2027 and wants EVs to form 30% of all car sales by 2030. Tata Motors did not share its investment plan for the current year to March 2026, but said last month the domestic businesses, including commercial vehicles, would have a capital expenditure of about 80 billion rupees. Intense competition in the combustion engine market has allowed rival Mahindra & Mahindra to overtake Tata. China's MG Motor has also challenged Tata's EV dominance with the "Windsor" model, outselling its products since late last year. Yet, Tata Motors maintained its target of 16% market share by March 2027, aiming to reach 18%-20% by March 2030. (Except for the headline, this story has not been edited by NDTV staff and is published from a syndicated feed.)
India Today
12-06-2025
- Science
- India Today
Video: Nasa's Punch shows huge solar eruption streaming out from the Sun
Scientists have released the first striking images from Nasa's Punch (Polarimeter to Unify the Corona and Heliosphere) mission, which launched in March 2025 to change our understanding of the Sun's outer atmosphere and its impact on the solar PUNCH mission consists of four suitcase-sized satellites orbiting in a synchronised formation, working together as a single 'virtual instrument' to capture three-dimensional images of solar newly unveiled images reveal colossal solar eruptions, known as coronal mass ejections (CMEs), streaming outward from the Sun and traversing the inner solar system. In one video sequence, a CME appears as an expanding 'halo' around the Sun, dramatically illustrating the immense scale and energy of these solar storms. The PUNCH satellites' advanced wide-field imagers allow scientists to track these eruptions in unprecedented detail, following their journey from the solar corona—the Sun's outer atmosphere—into the solar wind that fills our solar system. One unique aspect of the PUNCH mission is its ability to provide a continuous, global 3D perspective, which is essential for understanding and forecasting space images also show the field of view of LASCO C3, an earlier coronagraph still used for space weather predictions, helping scientists compare new and legacy data. advertisementLate in the sequence, the impact of a CME at Earth is visible as a sudden brightening, caused by auroras and radiation effects that momentarily affect the PUNCH cameras.'These preliminary movies show that PUNCH can actually track space weather across the solar system and view the corona and solar wind as a single system,' said Dr. Craig DeForest, principal investigator for mission's data will help scientists better predict space weather events, which can disrupt communications, threaten satellites, and create spectacular auroras on PUNCH enters full operation, even more detailed and comprehensive observations are expected in the coming Reel
