OPEC lowers 2025 oil demand outlook amid U.S. tariff concerns

OPEC lowers 2025 oil demand outlook amid U.S. tariff concerns

VIENNA, April 14 (Xinhua) — The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has revised down its forecast for global oil demand growth in 2025 to 1.3 million barrels per day (bpd), citing the expected impact of recently announced U.S. tariffs. The adjustment was outlined in OPEC’s monthly oil market report released on Monday. In…

Vietnam’s 10-Year Visa Plan to Attract Global Nomads

Vietnam’s 10-Year Visa Plan to Attract Global Nomads

Vietnam Calling? Potential 10-Year “Golden Visa” Could Be HUGE for Nomads! Hey fellow globetrotters and remote work pals! You know how we’re always scouting for the next best base, somewhere vibey, affordable, and welcoming for longer stays? Well, hold onto your passports, because some seriously exciting news is brewing in Southeast Asia. Vietnam, already a…

Nigeria: Travel Agents Protest Cross-Border Trading, Blames It On Capital Flight

Nigeria: Travel Agents Protest Cross-Border Trading, Blames It On Capital Flight

Travel agents, under the aegis of National Association of Nigerian Travel Agencies (NANTA), have condemned cross-border trading of tickets, a situation whereby agencies outside the shores of the country purchased tickets for flights emanating from, or destined for, Nigeria at the expense of local operators. The travel agents decried the situation because the forex Nigeria…

The Timeless Beauty of Nairobi’s Colonia-Era Buildings

The Timeless Beauty of Nairobi’s Colonia-Era Buildings

Nairobi’s skyline tells a story of diversity.  For over 130 years, these buildings have stood tall, captivating us with their intricate details, timeless beauty, and enduring character. Nairobi’s colonial-era buildings are not just old structures, they’re masterpieces. These architectural gems remind us of the importance of building for longevity rather than speed. Nairobi’s skyline tells…

Two youths injured as chaos mars ODM grassroots polls

Two youths injured as chaos mars ODM grassroots polls

A youth injured during ODM grassroots polls is attended to by medics from Ndhiwa Sub-county Hospital on April 7, 2025. [James Omoro, Standard] One youth lost his wrist while another one suffered a fractured arm after chaos broke out during ODM grassroots elections in Ndhiwa Constituency, Homa Bay county. Elvis Omondi, 25, had his wrist…

Three million child deaths linked to drug resistance, study shows

Three million child deaths linked to drug resistance, study shows

APRIL 13 – More than three million children around the world are thought to have died in 2022 as a result of infections that are resistant to antibiotics, according to a study by two leading experts in child health. Children in Africa and South East Asia were found to be most at risk. Antimicrobial resistance…