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Best 7 Ways To Stay Updated With Trending News

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3 years ago

July 15, 2022

News is something that we can’t live without. It’s the foundation of our society, and it helps us stay informed about things that are happening around the world. But with so many news sources available, how do you know which ones to trust?

Nowadays, people prefer news over any other topic. They expect the latest and most searched topics to be updated in real-time. If you have no idea about updating news, this article is just for you as it provides a step-by-step guide on staying updated with trending news.

Subscribe to News Websites

One of the most effective ways of being updated on trending news is subscribing to online news sites. Most news websites are free; therefore, getting news on trending things worldwide is a no-brainer. You can access it on your phone or computer, and it’s available in different languages worldwide.

The websites also offer a wide range of options for customizing the stories displayed in each section, and you can choose whether they’re based on the location of interest. They will help you get links to different articles from different publishers that will aid you in keeping tabs on all the trending occurrences worldwide without breaking a sweat; all you have to do is stays connected to the internet.

Listen to Podcasts

If you’re looking for a way to stay informed and up-to-date with the latest news, podcasts are an excellent option. Podcasts are an easy way to listen while doing chores or driving in your car, and they can provide valuable information about topics that interest you.

Podcasts give you access to experts who speak about their areas of expertise in an informal conversational style. They often include extra content like interviews with other experts on related topics.

For example, suppose something specific is happening in your community. In that case, subscribing to this podcast may help fill in some gaps about what’s happening around town.

Subscribe to Social Media Accounts

Social media accounts are a great way to keep up with everything trending, whether you want news happening within your locality or you want to know whatever is going on in the whole world. Social media accounts like Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok are among the popular accounts that can give you all the information you need about what is happening worldwide.

The only requirement is to sign in to whichever account you want and follow other influential people and news accounts to ensure that you receive the news as it happens. The only secret about these accounts is that you have to set notifications on and, if possible, set them as a priority on your devices so that you get uninterrupted news even when you are not using the app.

However much news you can get from social media, not allare credible. Some accounts are known for spreading false information, especially fake ones. Therefore, ensure that you get your information from a reliable source, and if possible, you can follow popular sites and have been verified by the social media account.

Read Topics You’re Interested In

If you’re interested in a topic, it’s important to know what’s happening. The best way to keep up-to-date with news is to read up on your favorite topics.

Browse blogs related to your interests, such as blogs written by other people who share their passion for something similar, as well as Google News which contains links from major newspapers and magazines around the world, providing daily updates from all over.

It’s important to diversify your news sources so that you get a variety of perspectives on the story. For example, suppose there are two sides to a story, and one side is more popular or has more power than another. In that case, it may be wise to listen to those who agree with your political beliefs and those who disagree with them and vice versa!

Join Groups on LinkedIn

LinkedIn groups are a great way to stay updated with trending news. You can find groups specific to your interest or even related to your business. For example, if you’re in the beauty industry and like getting informed about the latest beauty products, there’s a group for that! Or maybe you like celebrity news and want to be updated every time? You can still find one in the groups.

You can also create your group and share the group link to invite those of similar interests. This way, you can gather together and share information as they happen. Anybody with the info can post on the group or share it personally with you so that you continue getting updated.

Attend a Conference, Virtually or in-Person

Social media conferences are a great way to get a treat of trending topics in the world. On the other hand, not everybody has all the time to attend these conferences. However, still, you can access these conferences via social media live and still have the same experience as the person who went in person to the event.

Conferences are exciting if they are related to what your interest is. Every conference or event has hashtags that you can use to follow the happening from your devices. All you need to do is be updated on the hashtags.

Print Media and Television Shows

If you’re looking for a way to stay on top of the latest news and up-to-date with what’s happening worldwide, check out print media. Print media is great because it’s usually more visually appealing than online content. You can also read it in your car or at work, so it’s perfect if you don’t have access to Wi-Fi and don’t have time to spend online.

TV shows are also excellent for people who want more information about certain topics like politics or current events and for those who want something entertaining and fun to watch while getting their news fix.

Conclusion

With so many articles, videos, and other entertaining material being uploaded on YouTube and other news outlets, it’s easier to keep yourself entertained. But with such an influx of information, it can be easy to lose track of what’s trending and what is not. Thankfully, there are several ways to stay updated with trending news, so you’ll never miss the latest craze or trending video sensation.

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HYPREP Plans 1,500 Jobs, Expanded Skills Training as Ogoni Cleanup Records Progress

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1 day ago

December 22, 2025

The Tide

The Hydrocarbon Pollution Remediation Project (HYPREP) has announced plans to create more than 1,500 direct jobs and provide skills training for over 2,000 Ogoni youths, women and persons with special needs in 2026, as part of the ongoing Ogoni Clean-up Programme.

The Project Coordinator, Professor Nenibarini Zabbey, made the disclosure on Friday in Port Harcourt during a Project Review Meeting with key Ogoni stakeholders, where the project’s performance between July and December 2025 was reviewed.

According to Prof. Zabbey, the proposed jobs will arise from the next phase of mangrove restoration and shoreline remediation projects, while skills acquisition will cover 10 demand-driven areas and five specialised skills designed for persons with disabilities.

In his presentation, the Project Coordinator outlined key milestones recorded during the period under review. He said Phase 1 shoreline remediation had reached 72.7 per cent completion, mangrove restoration was at 99 per cent, while soil and groundwater remediation of medium-risk complex sites stood at 39.01 per cent.

On potable water supply, Prof. Zabbey disclosed that 16 water facilities with booster stations had been completed, providing water to 42 Ogoni communities, while construction of 29 additional facilities was ongoing.

He also highlighted progress in public health and infrastructure projects, including the ongoing three-year public health studies by the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) of the World Health Organisation (WHO). He added that the Ogoni Specialist Hospital had reached 78.2 per cent completion, Buan Cottage Hospital 98.5 per cent, the Centre of Excellence for Environmental Restoration (CEER) 93.5 per cent, while the Ogoni Power Project stood at 61.13 per cent.

On livelihood restoration, the Project Coordinator said additional skills training programmes would commence in January, covering areas such as cybersecurity, commercial diving, GIS and mechatronics. He added that five specialised programmes had been designed for persons with disabilities. Education support initiatives, he said, include the installation of IT and solar equipment in pilot schools, distribution of learning materials and the planned distribution of 160,000 exercise books to public primary and secondary schools from January 2026.

Prof. Zabbey further announced that the list of 500 beneficiaries of Batch 2 of the HYPREP Postgraduate Scholarship Scheme would be released on January 1, 2026, noting that 300 postgraduate students were awarded scholarships earlier this year.

Addressing recent incidents affecting the Gwara and Ebubu water facilities, the Project Coordinator described them as regrettable and disclosed that a Technical Investigation Committee would submit its report within the week. He said water supply had been restored in Ebubu, while efforts were ongoing to restore supply to Gwara.

He identified challenges facing the project to include community land disputes, threats of re-pollution, vandalism and operational constraints, adding that measures were being taken to address them.

Prof. Zabbey attributed the progress recorded to the support of the Minister of Environment, Malam Balarabe Abbas Lawal, and Ogoni stakeholders, noting that the Ogoni Clean-up Programme remains a priority under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda.

The project status presentation was delivered by Mr. Ifiok Idiyo of HYPREP’s Monitoring and Evaluation Unit. Stakeholders who spoke at the meeting commended HYPREP for the milestones achieved and called for sustained support to ensure the success of the Ogoni Clean-up Programme.

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RHI, RSG Empower 500 Senior Citizens In Rivers

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1 day ago

December 22, 2025

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The Renewed Hope Initiative in conjunction with the Rivers State Government has empowered 500 elderly citizens in Rivers State with financial support of N200,000 each.

The empowerment programme was part of activities to celebrate the third anniversary of the Renewed Hope Initiative Elderly Support Scheme RHIESS, a social investment policy initiated by the First Lady of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu.

Speaking at the event which held at the Government House, Port Harcourt, recently, under the theme, ‘Finding Joy in Old Age,’ Senator Tinubu said the gesture which has become traditional since 2023 was a mark of gratitude in recognition of the invaluable contributions of the senior citizens to nation building.

The First Lady who was represented by the wife of the Rivers State Governor and State Coordinator of the Renewed Hope Initiative, Lady Valerie Fubara, said the scheme was to “support two hundred and fifty (250) vulnerable elderly citizens aged 65 and above in all the 36 states of the federation, the Federal Capital Territory, and veterans from the Defence and Police Officers’ Wives Association (DEPOWA) totalling 9,500 selected beneficiaries across the nation.

She urged the beneficiaries to engage in activities that will make them find joy in old age.

“I encourage you to continue playing your part by staying healthy and active, nurture both your body and mind through regular exercise and meaningful engagement,” Senator Tinubu advised.

On her part, Lady Fubara said the State Government through the magnanimity of the governor, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has increased the beneficiaries of the programme from 250 to 500.

She restated the commitment of the State Government towards provision of social welfare and improving the standard of living of the elderly in the State.

Also speaking, the Executive Secretary, Rivers State Contributory Health Protection Programme (RIVCHPP), Dr Vetty Agala, said the State Government has through the Health4allrivers Initiative, introduced free medical care for senior citizens in the State, in line with the Renewed Hope Initiative.

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Expedite Action On MBA Forex Operator’s Prosecution, Rivers NUJ Tells EFCC

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1 day ago

December 22, 2025

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Rivers State Council, has urged the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to expedite the prosecution of the Director of the now distressed MBA Forex Trading, Mr. Maxwell Odum, in the interest of justice.

The Rivers State NUJ made the appeal during a courtesy visit to the EFFC’s Ag. Zonal Director, ACE Hassan Saidu, in Port Harcourt, recently.

The council’s chairman, Comrade Paul Bazia, said the appeal became imperative after it considered the number of Nigerians and others involved in the financial misconduct.

According to him, it has caused hardship among many households in the country and should be given the attention it deserves.

He said that investors cannot come into a country or invest in an economy or nation ridden with fraud.

This, he said, has made it more imperative to arrest, prosecute and convict alleged fraudsters like the MBA Forex Director, who is alleged to have defrauded thousands of unsuspecting Nigerians, to serve as a deterrent to others.

The chairman also requested that while the trial lasts, part of the swindled funds should be given to the victims that suffered loss and trauma as a result of the fraud.

The NUJ reiterated its resolve to change the narrative of reportage from crisis to developmental communication.

According to him, the NUJ’s main focus is blue economy and tourism.

He expressed the readiness of the Council to partner the agency in the area of information dissemination.

“We believe you have a responsibility to fight financial crimes. We also know that you need the Press to publicize your activities and NUJ can provide that,” he said.

Responding, the Zonal EFFC’s boss commended the NUJ’s vision to change the narrative of reporting from crisis to developmental communication.

According to Saidu, the Western world have since imbibed such culture, hence the negative stories about them are carefully sifted to allow only positive ones to be released to the outside world.

As for the trapped funds to be released, the EFCC Zonal Director stated that only the court can authorize such action, stressing that the primary responsibility of the Commission is to arrest and prosecute.

He pledged to partner with the NUJ now that the leadership has visited the Commission.

The Head of the Legal & Prosecution Department, DCE Odiase Stephen, corroborated the Zonal Director’s position and stressed that it was only when the matter has been determined by the court that such funds can be released.

He further stated that once a matter is before a court of competent jurisdiction, it cannot be discussed outside.

By: King Onunwor