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Japan just handed XRP holders a mainstream on-ramp that many Western markets still cannot match, and it’s bullish for Ripple’s price prediction. However, the pullback tells only part of the story. Tokyo’s latest crypto move could matter more than today’s price action.Effective July 31, 2026, SBI VC Trade and Orient Corporation launched a first-of-its-kind integration. Orico credit card holders can now convert Orico Points into BTC, ETH, or XRP through the VCTRADE platform. The redemption rate is 1,200 Orico Points for ¥1,000 worth of crypto. SBI VC Trade and Orico has partnered to let cardholders exchange Orico Points for $BTC,…

Poorly treated malaria during pregnancy can inflame the placenta, reduce the flow of oxygen and nutrients to the unborn baby, and increase the risk of growth restriction, premature birth, and even stillbirth, maternal health experts have warned. The specialists also cautioned that pregnancy lowers a woman’s natural immunity, making her more susceptible to severe malaria and its complications. They stressed that early diagnosis, prompt treatment, and preventive medication remain critical to protecting both mother and child. According to the World Health Organisation, malaria infection during pregnancy is a major public health problem, with substantial risks for the mother, her foetus,…

Iran’s Mehr news agency on Sunday denied President Donald Trump’s claim that the Islamic republic asked the United States to refrain from conducting new strikes. Citing military officials, the agency said the allegation “was nothing but a new lie” and that the Iranian armed forces were “on high alert and ready for any eventuality.” On Saturday, Trump said the US was “ready to go against the Islamic Republic” but that Tehran and other Middle Eastern countries had asked him to hold off on fresh strikes. He said he had made the decision, subject to reaching a deal with Iran. Iran’s…

Super Eagles midfielder Alhassan Yusuf was once again in action for New England Revolution as they played out a 2-2 draw against CF Montreal in Major League Soccer, Soccernet.ng reports. The match, played at Saputo Stadium in Montreal, produced four goals in an entertaining contest as both sides continued their push for a strong finish ahead of the MLS playoffs. Carles Gil’s penalty and a goal from Dor Turgeman handed the Revolution a comfortable two-goal lead before the break. However, Montreal responded with an improved second-half display as Brayan Vera and Prince Owusu found the net to earn the hosts a share…

The Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, Jigawa State Command, has arrested a 46-year-old man for allegedly vandalising the perimeter fence of the Great Green Wall at the Gabasmari Forest Reserve in Birniwa Local Government Area of the state. PUNCH gathered that the development comes amid a fresh wave of attacks on public property in the state, with recent cases involving the theft of roofing sheets, wires and armoured cables reported across several local government areas. The arrest was confirmed on Saturday night by the Public Relations Officer of the NSCDC Jigawa State Command, ASC Badruddeen Tijjani, in a statement…

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) oversees the Super Eagles, Super Falcons, youth national teams and domestic football development, Soccernet.ng reports. Running those programmes requires significant financial resources, making the federation heavily dependent on multiple revenue streams. The NFF’s finances have come into fresh focus following two major developments. First, the Confederation of African Football (CAF) announced an increase in annual funding for all 54 member associations. Secondly, FIFA president Gianni Infantino proposed a controversial funding model that promised huge financial rewards for member associations before the plan eventually failed to gain the necessary backing. Nigeria’s Olorunleke Ojo shaking FIFA President…

XRP price prediction is getting bullish as Ripple backed Evernorth amended its SEC registration statement again. The real question is whether the market has already priced it in.Evernorth’s latest amended Form S-4 formalizes employment agreements for three senior executives. They include chief legal officer Jessica Jonas, chief business officer Sagar Shah, and chief operating officer Meg Nakamura. Jonas would receive an initial equity award worth about $4.5 million. Shah and Nakamura would each receive roughly $2.8 million, pending shareholder approval. BREAKING: Evernorth updates SEC filing for $1B XRP treasuryCustody move, OTC settlement, or exchange sale? pic.twitter.com/oCFzI6RoBP— Xora Finance (@xora_finance) July…

By Iyanuoluwa Abiola Feeding infants with solid or complementary foods other than breast milk before six months may increase their risk of iron deficiency and anaemia, while exposing them to choking and infections, paediatricians have warned. The experts explained that giving babies foods such as eba, fufu and pap too early may displace breast milk without providing enough of the nutrients needed for proper growth and development. They added that poor feeding practices at that stage could also expose infants to contaminated food and water, and it reduces their intake of breast milk, which provides important nutrients and antibodies that…

The Federal Roads Maintenance Agency has commenced repairs on the 13-kilometre dilapidated Kano Eastern Bypass as part of measures to reduce traffic congestion in Kano metropolis. The Supervising Engineer, Sarfil Umar, disclosed this while speaking with journalists during an inspection of the project on Saturday in Kano. He said the work was being executed through direct labour, with about 70 FERMA personnel and other engaged workers deployed across the corridor. According to him, the road is a strategic federal highway linking the Maiduguri Road corridor to Katsina and Kaduna through the city’s eastern bypass. “Beyond easing traffic flow, the intervention…

Super Eagles defender Emmanuel Fernandez delivered an impressive performance as Rangers began their 2026-27 Scottish Premiership campaign with a 1-1 draw against Dundee United on Friday night, Soccernet.ng reports. It was a frustrating start to Derek McInnes’ reign as Rangers manager, with the Gers dropping points in their opening league game of the season instead of setting the early pace in the title race. Lachlan Rose gave Dundee United a surprise first-half lead before Thelo Aasgaard equalized shortly after the restart to ensure both sides shared the spoils. Emmanuel Fernandez of Rangers & Daizen Maeda. Copyright: ImagoxColinxPoultneyx Dundee United vs Rangers: What happened?…