Started in 2010 by then-23-year-old entrepreneur Wang Ning as a small shop selling toys in China, Pop Mart has grown into a giant with a market cap of US$40 billion thanks to the popularity of its Labubu character. The Beijing-based toymaker is riding a wave of global success fueled by blind boxes, toys featuring Labubu—a…
President Bola Tinubu has said that Nigeria is positioned to become a net exporter to China within five years, following Beijing’s recent removal of tariffs on imports from 53 African countries, including Nigeria. Last week, China announced a zero-tariff policy for goods from 53 African countries, allowing duty-free access to a wide range of exports,…
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Dhaka, June 25 — Israel’s military campaign against Iran has included the targeted killing of at least 14 of the country’s top nuclear scientists, a blow that Israeli officials say could set Tehran’s nuclear ambitions back by years – though experts caution it is unlikely to stop Iran’s program entirely. Speaking to The Associated Press,…
A surprising announcement from the GBA’s top official has sent ripples through the Ghana boxing community The head of the major sporting body is citing personal reasons, leaving many speculating what really led to the decision Media houses have been urgently invited to an upcoming press event where major revelations are expected The president of…
Kathmandu, June 25 — While opposition parties, as well as some leaders from the ruling coalition, have accused the government of presenting a lopsided budget for the fiscal year 2025-26 alleging that it is focused primarily on the home districts of some leaders, Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has denied such claims. Responding to questions…