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World markets dive as Trump sparks trade, North Korea worries

Global stocks sank Wednesday after US President Donald Trump said he was not satisfied with talks that are aimed at averting a trade war with China. Equities were also dented by poor eurozone economic data, and as Trump cast doubt on a planned summit with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. “Trump (is) continuing to drive uncertainty over global trade,” said analyst Joshua Mahony at trading firm IG. “European markets are following their Asian counterparts lower, as a pessimistic tone from Trump is compounded by downbeat economic data,” he added. Markets had surged Monday after US Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin and Chinese Vice Premier Liu He said they had agreed to pull back from imposing threatened tariffs on billions of dollars of goods, and continue talks on a variety of trade issues. However, Trump has declared that he was “not satisfied” with the status of the talks, fuelling worries that the world’s top two economies could still slug out an economically pain...

A woman has claimed she was sexually harassed by Chris Evans .

A woman has claimed she was sexually harassed by Chris Evans during his time working for Channel 4 in the 90s. A former colleague of the star claims that during the time he worked on The Big Breakfast, he displayed inappropriate behaviour towards her, in that she alleges he ‘flash his genitals’ and ‘sometimes touch himself’ during the two years they worked together, even claiming he once grabbed her breasts. In an email to the BBC Director-General Lord Hall calling for an investigation, seen by The Sun, she reportedly wrote: ‘Often, he would walk in naked following his morning ritual of taking a bath… and sometimes touch himself. ‘On one occasion, he grabbed my breasts.’ Chris Evans denies the claims (Picture: Neil Mockford/GC Images) The Radio 2 star has strongly denied the claims, and said he was a victim of a witch-hunt.   MP Andrew Bridgen said he was ‘appalled’ that the BBC had tried to ‘sweep these very serious allegations under the carpet’. He added: ‘Michael Fa...

Willian claims Antonio Conte barely speaks to his Chelsea players away from the pitch Read more: http://metro.co.uk/2017/11/04/willian-claims-antonio-conte-barely-speaks-to-his-chelsea-players-away-from-the-pitch-7052939/?ito=cbshare Twitter: https://twitter.com/MetroUK | Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MetroUK/

Willian has claimed that Antonio Conte barely speaks to his Chelsea players apart from when he gives instructions on the training ground or during matches. The Italian is under pressure after an inconsistent start to his second season at Stamford Bridge and is preparing to face Jose Mourinho and Manchester United this Sunday. MORE: FOOTBALL Alvaro Morata: I’m still in contact with Jose Mourinho – but now he’s my rival Manchester United are getting exactly what they bargained for with Jose Mourinho Arsenal Invincibles & Guardiola's Man City combined XI: No room for Bergkamp or Jesus Mourinho is well-known for his tendency to send text messages to his players in his spare time and several players who have played under the United manager have attested to the Portuguese’s friendly approach. But Willian has revealed that Conte is a contrast to his opposite number at United and claims there is not much communication from the Chelsea boss outside of football. Willian says Conte keeps...

Anglican Bishop advises Buhari against running for second term.

President Muhammadu Buhari during campaign. AFP PHOTO / PIUS UTOMI EKPEI The Anglican Bishop of Diocese of Egbu, Owerri North, Imo State, Geoffrey Enyinnaya Okorafor, yesterday advised President Muhammadu Buhari to read the handwriting on the wall, ignore political sycophants and leave office on May 29, 2019. This is coming after analysing the economic, political and social condition of the country, for which the cleric also criticised the Buhari administration for not paying adequate attention to public opinion, especially on the corruption fight. Okorafor, who advised Buhari in his 82-page address tagged: Presidential Address and Charge delivered during the first session of the eight synod of the church at the Cathedral Church of all Saints Egbu, in Owerri North Local Council of Imo State, also advised Governor Rochas Okorocha of Imo State to assess himself. Let Okorocha assess himself on how the Imo people are faring under second term programmes, policies, act...

Kyari, Oyo-Ita never clashed, says Presidency.

The Presidency yesterday claimed there was no clash between the Chief of Staff to the President, Abba Kyari and the Head of Civil Service of the Federation (HoSF) Winifred Oyo-Ita at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. At a brief interaction with State House correspondents yesterday, Senior Special Assistant on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, described the reports of a fight between the two top government officials as mere fabrication conjured up by the media. Recall that Oyo-Ita was seen reacting angrily during last Wednesday’s Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting apparently over her leaked memo to President Muhammadu Buhari. Her reaction was witnessed by members seated in the council chambers for the twin ceremony of the swearing-in of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Boss Mustapha, and the launch of the 2018 Armed Forces emblem and appeal fund. Vice President Yemi Osinbajo and Chief of Staff to the President, Abba Kyari, were seen questioning Oyo...

Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu's 84th Posthumous Birthday Is Today -.

Chukwuemeka Odumegwu Ojukwu (4 November 1933 – 26 November 2011) was a Nigerian military officer and politician who served as the military governor of the Eastern Region of Nigeria in 1966 and the leader of the breakaway Republic of Biafra from 1967 to 1970. He was active as a politician from 1983 to 2011, when he died aged 78.

Niger Delta Avengers threatens to resume hostilities.

The Niger Delta Avengers (NDA) yesterday vowed to resume hostilities in the region, warning that unlike the 2016 operation, there will be casualties and that they will crush anything that stands on their way. The group, in a statement by its spokesman, Murdoch Agbinibo, cautioned that they would not spare anything or anyone in their path to destroy the country’s economy by blowing up pipelines and oil installations. The threat may not be unconnected with last Saturday’s aborted Port Harcourt meeting of the Pan Niger Delta Elders Forum (PANDEF) and the failure of Niger Delta elders to settle their differences. The meeting of the E.K Clark led PANDEF scheduled to hold in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, was distrusted by Police, a development that anger many Niger Delta people. “Our next line of operation will not be like the 2016 campaign, which we operated successfully without any casualties. This outing will be brutish, brutal and bloody, as we shall crush everything we...

From The Streets Of Warri To Finland: My Story -.

Hi everyone, I’m borrowing a leaf from ‘Franknetter’, from the USA visa thread, I have finally settled in Finland after FIVE DENIALS! I’m going to tell the story of my excruciating ‘brokenness’   , my sex excapades prior to getting married  , my experiences in both Sweden and Finland too, my grace in meeting my wife, my visa tips for all those struggling with these kind of immigration issues etc  .....There is a saying in Warri that “na cooperation dey make pot of rice full”, so I need your comments let me fire down with full energy....! 18 Likes

How Buhari Rejected Motion To Endorse Him For Second Term At APC NEC –presidency - .

Femi Adesina, media adviser to President Muhammadu Buhari has claimed that his principal personally rejected the motion to endorse him for 2019 during the National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC). This is contained in an article he release on Friday titled, ‘PMB: Just like the mills of the gods’. Adesina lamented how the media made it look as though Buhari was embarrassed at the meeting. He insisted that it was Buhari himself who signalled to those in attendance that the meeting should not talk about his 2019 ambition. Adesina wrote: “I was there (APC NEC meeting). The atmosphere was friendly, almost convivial. At a point, someone moved a motion of confidence in the Buhari administration. “The seconder, a former state governor, added to the motion, seeking an endorsement of the President as candidate for second term in 2019. As he raised the motion, I saw the President gesturing, with his two palms downwards. “The gesture meant, please, cool dow...

Senate summon: I’ll consult with my lawyers first, says IGP.

• Police Deploy 21,000 For Anambra Polls • 3,000 Suspected Kidnappers To Be Charged To Court The Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mr. Ibrahim Idris, has said that his decision whether or not to appear before the Senate would be dependent on the outcome of his consultation with his legal team. The IGP was summoned to appear before the Senate over sundry allegations of corruption against him by Senator Isah Misau, representing Bauchi Central. This came Friday as Idris disclosed that about 21,000 Police officers would be deployed to Anambra State to provide security for the November 18 governorship election, as well as aerial surveillance with the use of speedboats and helicopter.‎ The IGP told State House Correspondents after a meeting with President Muhammadu Buhari that his visit was to brief the President about the security challenges in the country and how to tackle the development. He said 3,000 suspected kidnappers arrested were already being he...

Aramide: "I Lost My Respect For Onyeka Onwenu After She Shunned Me At An Event" .

In an interview with NET, Nigerian Singer, "Aramide" reveal the incident that made her lose her respect for one of her childhood inspirations, Onyeka Onwenu. Aramide who narrated how the veteran singer "Onyeka Onwenu" shunned her after she stuck around the veteran singer for a photo. ‘I was still really new in the industry and I opened the stage for her, I got down and decided to take a picture with her, as soon as I got there she went off on me. She said ‘Don’t touch me’. It was like the worst experience I have had in my life. Everyone was staring at me. I don’t think she knew I opened the show for her’. ‘I even knelt down to greet her, and she said okay come and take the picture. For a moment, I felt bad, but the good thing about that kind of situation is that it makes you work really hard…I lost my respect for her after that event, I don’t think I would see her and say hello. But It was a long time ago. It is what it is now, I have moved on,’ Aramide concluded...

Maina leaks 2015 letter to Saraki, says N3tn pension stolen in 97 Agencies.

Embattled former Chairman of the Pension Reform Task Team, Abdulrasheed Maina, has leaked his letter to Senate President, Abubakar Bukola Saraki, alleging that over N3 trillion pension fund was stolen in 97 pension offices. Maina, in the letter dated June 19, 2015, which he wrote shortly after his return to the country, was seeking a review of his case and a probe of the various actions taken against him by people bent on intimidating him to submission. He accused the 7th Senate of aiding and abetting those he described as pension thieves in the country. The letter was titled: Pension Reform Task Team: Appeal for Review of Investigation by Senate Joint Committee on Establishment and Public Service and States and Local Government Administration 2011 – 2013. He said in the letter, which was obtained by The Guardian in Kaduna yesterday that the task team, which took off effectively in January 2011, saved the country N1.6 trillion from pension thieves. “We used f...