Trump dismisses internet rumours about serious health problems as ‘fake news’
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Trump dismisses internet rumours about serious health problems as ‘fake news’

U.S. President Donald Trump speaks in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C., on September 2, 2025. Photo by SAUL LOEB/AFP via Getty ImagesArticle content WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. President Donald Trump on Tuesday dismissed social media rumours that have swirled about his health — including that he had died — as “fake news” during a press conference at the White House.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS Enjoy the latest local, national and international news.Exclusive articles by Conrad Black, Barbara Kay and others. Plus, special edition NP Platformed and First Reading newsletters and virtual events.Unlimited online access to National Post.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword.Support local journalism.SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE ARTICLES Enjoy the latest local, national...
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NASENI launches ₦250m innovation challenge for youth
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NASENI launches ₦250m innovation challenge for youth

Nigeria’s National Agency for Science and Engineering Infrastructure (NASENI) has launched a ₦250 million innovation challenge aimed at supporting young inventors with funding, mentorship and access to technology hubs. The InnovateNaija Challenge, to be unveiled on Thursday, September 4, at the GITEX Nigeria technology fair in Lagos, is designed to identify breakthrough ideas in science, engineering and manufacturing. The programme is supported by AfriLabs and the Presidency, with organisers describing it as Nigeria’s largest youth-focused innovation competition. The challenge will run for three months and will feature two phases. In the first stage, one innovator will be selected from each of Nigeria’s 36 states and the Federal Capital Territory, making a total of 37. Each of these innovators will receive ₦2.5 million in grants. From this pool, the top 15 will qualify for the national finals scheduled to...
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