AFP statement on brief detention of journalist in Nigeria
On October 20, 2025, police in Nigeria briefly detained AFP video journalist John Okunyomih outside the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in the capital Abuja.
Washington (AFP) | 18/12/2025 - 02:58:19 | US forces strike 'narco-trafficking' vessel in Pacific, 4 killed: military
Sydney (AFP) | 18/12/2025 - 01:56:33 | Australian PM vows hate speech crackdown after Bondi Beach attack
Brasília (AFP) | 18/12/2025 - 01:11:58 | Brazil legislature approves bill to reduce Bolsonaro prison sentence
Washington (AFP) | 17/12/2025 - 21:28:26 | Washington criticizes S.Africa 'interference' in US Afrikaner resettlement
Caracas (AFP) | 17/12/2025 - 20:23:09 | Venezuela's Maduro holds call with UN chief over US blockade
Jerusalem (AFP) | 17/12/2025 - 20:08:25 | Israel's Netanyahu says approved $35 bn gas deal with Egypt
United Nations (AFP) | 17/12/2025 - 19:45:39 | UN chief wants to avoid 'further escalation' between US and Venezuela: spokesman
Los Angeles (AFP) | 17/12/2025 - 19:42:46 | Oscars to stream exclusively on YouTube from 2029: Academy
Kinshasa (AFP) | 17/12/2025 - 19:30:06 | M23 says started withdrawing troops from key DR Congo city: spokespeople
Kyiv (AFP) | 17/12/2025 - 18:19:05 | Zelensky says Russia preparing for new 'year of war'
NTT DATA, a global leader in AI, digital business and technology services, today announced the acquisition of Alchemy Technology Services, a specialist insurance technology consultancy. The move reinforces NTT DATA’s commitment to transforming the global insurance ecosystem, addressing current and emerging challenges around agility, modernization and scalability. In addition to its strong consultancy and Guidewire credentials, Alchemy brings deep expertise in the specialty insurance market, par...
Polpharma Biologics today announced Ranivisio® PFS (ranibizumab biosimilar pre-filled syringe), is now commercially available in France. Ranivisio® is the first Lucentis® biosimilar which is offered in a convenient pre-filled syringe (PFS) presentation in Europe, setting a new standard for affordable biologics in ophthalmic care. This innovative configuration provides precise dosing and ease of use, supporting efficient administration for patients with neovascular (wet) age-related macular de...
Spanish international pharmaceutical company Ferrer has announced the completion of patient recruitment for the PROSPER study, a Phase II clinical trial designed to assess the efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics of FNP-223, an orally available, potent and selective inhibitor of the OGA enzyme, in-licensed from Asceneuron, aimed at slowing disease progression in Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)1. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire...
IFF (NYSE: IFF) — a global leader in flavors, fragrances, food ingredients, health and biosciences — announced a strategic collaboration with BASF, one of the world’s largest chemical companies and leader in sustainable product innovation, to accelerate the development of IFF’s Designed Enzymatic Biomaterials™ technology platform and create next-generation enzyme technologies for fabric, dish and personal care as well as industrial cleaning applications. This press release features multimedia....
On October 20, 2025, police in Nigeria briefly detained AFP video journalist John Okunyomih outside the Transcorp Hilton Hotel in the capital Abuja.
Banks, fintechs, and crypto platforms are ramping up investment in fraud prevention and identity verification (IDV), positioning it as the next layer of cyber defense. According to Regula’s global survey, The Future of Identity Verification: 5 Threats and 5 Opportunities, banks are leading this trend: the share of institutions intending to increase IDV budgets by more than 50% is nearly tripling—from 4.4% to 15% in just two years. This press release features multimedia. View the full release h...
Acclaimed concept artist and worldbuilder Ben Mauro (Halo Infinite, Call of Duty, Elysium, The Predator) is excited to announce the early shipping of the deluxe hardcover edition of HUXLEY: The Oracle, the first major prequel book in the expanding HUXLEY universe. These premium deluxe editions are shipping now in limited quantities, ahead of the worldwide release of the standard edition on December 2. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.c...
Blue Matter today announced the expansion of its Twine™ data platform’s capabilities in response to accelerating demand from biopharma companies. Enhancements include thoughtful use of artificial intelligence (AI) for advanced analytics and narratives, expanded data source integrations, master data management, and broader deployment across oncology and specialty therapeutic areas. Twine™ is Blue Matter's purpose-built customer intelligence platform for healthcare and life sciences companies. I...
ThreatDown, the corporate business unit of Malwarebytes, today announced the launch of the Nexus Partner Program, a comprehensive initiative that puts partners at the center by strengthening collaboration and creating new growth opportunities for its global network of partners. The program aligns incentives, simplifies enablement, and strengthens collaboration to ensure every reseller has the resources and support needed to deliver smarter, stronger security outcomes for customers. “At Threat...
Aptiv PLC (NYSE: APTV), a global technology company focused on enabling a safer, greener, and more connected future, today announced its most advanced radar technology to date—engineered to meet the evolving demands of future advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). Powered by Aptiv’s proprietary antenna and silicon design, the Gen 8 radars deliver the class-leading performance and high-resolution sensing needed to support AI- and machine learning–driven ADAS capabilities. This press release...