It’s another edition of NRTC WEEKLY Roundup —in this week’s instalment, we spotlight five major stories making waves across the globe.
In today’s fast-paced world, headlines evolve by the hour, making it easy to miss important developments that shape international politics, business, sports, and entertainment.
Our weekly roundup highlights key global moments across the major beats covered by NRTC — your one-stop hub for reliable and engaging content on entertainment, sports, politics, metro, and major news stories.
Scroll down and catch up on some of the most global developments this week.
Glass ceiling persists at UN Summit
NRTC WEEKLY gathered that fresh data presented at the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) in New York painted a sobering picture of global leadership.
Only one in seven countries is currently led by a woman.
Executive Director of UN Women, Sima Bahous, warned that political power worldwide remains heavily male-dominated, noting that 101 countries have never had a female head of state or government.
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The summit has now shifted focus to “technology-facilitated violence”, as governments move to address the growing use of digital platforms to harass and silence women in politics.
Three Lions unveil new kits ahead of 2026 World Cup
With the 2026 FIFA World Cup drawing closer, England has unveiled its new home and away kits in a high-profile launch, NRTC WEEKLY learnt.
The campaign featured Jude Bellingham and Harry Kane, and was directed by Keane Pearce Shaw, with narration by music icon Mike Skinner.
The release also signals the start of a new chapter under Thomas Tuchel.
The kits—a traditional white home shirt and a striking red away strip—will go on sale from 23 March, marking the official countdown to the tournament in North America.
Middle East tensions push oil prices higher
NRTC WEEKLY gathered that global markets came under pressure this week as renewed tensions in the Middle East disrupted shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz.
The European Central Bank has since revised its inflation outlook upward, warning that oil prices could climb to $90 per barrel by the next quarter.
This emerging “energy shock” is threatening what had been a steady start to 2026 for the Eurozone, with analysts warning of increased pressure on household spending and the likelihood of higher interest rates.
TNA wrestling secures major Asia broadcast deal
NRTC WEEKLY gathered that TNA Wrestling has entered into a major multi-year agreement with Warner Bros. Discovery, significantly expanding its reach in Asia.
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Beginning in July, the deal will see hundreds of hours of original content—including its flagship programme Thursday Night iMPACT!—aired across India, Pakistan and Bangladesh on Eurosport.
The agreement underscores TNA’s rapid growth in 2026, driven in part by its ongoing talent-sharing partnership with WWE.
Stockholm report raises alarm over Africa’s security gap
NRTC WEEKLY gathered that a new report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute has highlighted a widening security imbalance affecting Africa.
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According to the findings, the continent accounts for just 4.5% of global arms imports, compared with Europe’s 48.2%.
Security analysts warn that this gap is weakening counter-terrorism efforts in regions such as Nigeria and the Sahel, where armed groups are increasingly well-equipped, leaving local forces struggling to keep pace.
That’s where we draw the curtain on this week’s edition of NRTC WEEKLY.
Join us again next week as we bring you more trending stories from Nigeria and around the world.
