Meet Aliko Dangote: The $30 billion African mogul redefining wealth, industry, and Africa’s global power rise | World News

[ad_1] Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, has made history by becoming the first African to reach a $30 billion net worth, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index. As of 23 October 2025, his fortune surpassed this remarkable milestone, driven by the rapid expansion of his industrial empire across cement, oil refining, fertiliser, and manufacturing sectors. […]

Can solar power work after sunset? Abu Dhabi’s gigascale project aims for 24/7 renewable energy with massive battery storage | World News

[ad_1] The Abu Dhabi gigascale solar project, covering 90 km², will pair a 5.2 GW solar farm with a 19 GWh battery, powering hundreds of thousands of homes with continuous renewable energy / Image: Al Dhafra Solar PV plant When construction begins, this project is set to transform global perceptions of solar energy. Abu Dhabi […]

‘Massive attack’: Russian strikes cut power across northern Ukraine; repairs halted by ongoing drone assaults

[ad_1] Image: X@/Gerashchenko_en A massive Russian strike on energy infrastructure left thousands without power in Ukraine’s northern Chernihiv region on Tuesday, according to the country’s energy ministry. The regional capital and northern areas suffered a total blackout, with repair crews unable to begin work due to continued drone attacks.“Emergency crews in Chernihiv region are unable […]

Could recent in-flight fire incidents prompt UAE carriers to restrict power banks and lithium-ion batteries? | World News

[ad_1] Aviation experts suggest recent flight fires could impact UAE carriers to restrict power banks, devices with lithium-ion batteries on board. Image: Representative Image The recent lithium battery fire aboard an Air China flight on October 18 has once again spotlighted the growing aviation safety concerns related to power banks and lithium-ion batteries. Flight CA139, […]

China says US targeted national time systems; risks financial and power networks

[ad_1] China on Sunday accused the US National Security Agency of carrying out cyberattacks on its national time center, saying any damage to related facilities could have disrupted network communications, financial systems, and power supply.The Ministry of State Security claimed in a WeChat post that the agency exploited vulnerabilities in the messaging services of a […]

Inside JD Vance’s Marine past: From an Iraq recruit to flexing military power in California | World News

[ad_1] When Vice President JD Vance stood before roaring F-35s and artillery fire at California’s Camp Pendleton on 18 October 2025, it was not merely a patriotic display — it was a return to his origins. Once a Marine corporal documenting the Iraq War, Vance is now the second-most powerful man in the US, using […]

Power Supply to Remain Disrupted in Parts of Udaipur on October 17 | Udaipur Kiran

[ad_1] Udaipur, October 17 (Udaipur Kiran): Electricity supply will remain suspended in several areas of Udaipur today, October 17, from 10 AM to 5 PM, due to maintenance work by the electricity department. According to officials, power will remain cut off in Balicha, Kundal, Hanuman Fala, Vepra Fala, Amargarh Hotel, Dev Ganga Hotel, Osho Dhyan […]

Another blackout in Ukraine: Russia fires over 300 drones, 37 missiles; disrupts power in 8 regions

[ad_1] In this photo a residential building is seen on fire after a Russian strike in Nizhyn, Chernihiv region, Ukraine (AP image) Ukraine suffered widespread blackouts after Russia launched one of its heaviest attacks on the country’s power grid, firing hundreds of drones and dozens of missiles overnight, officials said Thursday.The strikes crippled energy facilities […]

Udaipur Power Cut on October 15: Half City Faces Outage | Udaipur Kiran

[ad_1] Udaipur, October 15 (Udaipur Kiran): With just days left for Diwali, electricity cuts across large parts of Udaipur on Wednesday disrupted festive cleaning, decoration, and business activities. Power-dependent establishments and small industries, already working overtime to meet festive demand, faced interruptions throughout the day. However, the slight drop in temperature provided some relief from […]