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Companies paid N1.75 trillion as taxes in the third quarter of 2023, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) declared in its Company Income Tax (CIT) Q3 2023 report released in Abuja on Monday. On a year-on-year basis, the CIT collections in the third quarter of 2023 increased by 115.9 per cent compared to what was obtained in the corresponding period of 2022. According to the report, the third quarter payment shows a growth rate of 14.27 per cent on a quarter-on-quarter basis compared to the N1.53 trillion CIT…

A Monash University-led study discovered a link between high levels of HDL-C (‘good cholesterol’) and increased dementia risk in older adults, particularly those over 75. This significant finding calls for further research to explore the impact of high HDL-C on brain health. Research from Monash University indicates that high levels of ‘good cholesterol’ (HDL-C) are associated with an increased risk of dementia in the elderly, highlighting a need for more in-depth study in this area. Abnormally high levels of HDL-C,…

A new study indicates a link between smoking and an increased risk of mental illness. Utilizing data from the UK Biobank, the research suggests smoking may contribute to depression and bipolar disorder, with genetic factors playing a significant role. The findings imply a potential impact of nicotine on mental health and raise considerations for policy changes in cigarette sales. New figures from the Technical Sciences department at Aarhus University indicates a connection between smoking and an increased likelihood of…

Standardized anomaly time series of regional mean occurrence frequency of the “CAPE > 0 cases” (Freq), surface q, surface T and surface RH in (left) DJF and (right) JJA averaged over the 00 and 12Z observation times for regions outlined in Figures 1a and 1b. The correlation coefficients between Freq and q or T or RH are given in the parentheses (which are significant at the 95% confidence level except for the values marked by *). Credit: Geophysical…

A new study indicates that higher education students in England have a marginally increased risk of depression and anxiety compared to their non-student peers. This difference, however, fades by age 25. The research, analyzing mental health data from two longitudinal studies, underscores the need for more investigation into the causes and potential interventions for this trend.Young people who are in higher education in England exhibit a slightly higher risk of experiencing depression and anxiety compared to those not in…

iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max were launched earlier this year and Apple's high-end handsets could be on their way to becoming the most popular models in the series, according to a report. Market research firm Display Supply Chain Consultants (DSCC) reports that the iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 15 Pro Max made up 71 percent of the panels shipped for the iPhone 15 series in October, up from 65 percent a month before. This year, Apple increased the prices of the iPhone 15 Pro Max due to camera and storage…

Last Updated: November 25, 2023, 14:45 ISTMG Motor has raised the price of its best-selling Sport Utility Vehicles (SUVs) in India, the Hector and Hector Plus, yet again.The most recent raise comes only three months after the prior one, which took effect in August, this year. This is the third time in a year that the Chinese-owned British carmaker has raised the price of the SUV, which competes with the Kia Seltos, Hyundai Creta, and Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara, among others. Meanwhile, the Hector and Hector Plus SUVs have…

The past couple of years haven’t been kind to the smartphone industry. Economic uncertainties and other factors have affected sales globally. Quarterly shipments hit a decade-low in Q3 2023. However, a rebound may be on the cards now. According to market research firm Counterpoint, global smartphone sales grew five percent year-on-year (YoY) in October, the first YoY growth in more than two years. Smartphone sales returned to growth in October after a two-year decline Counterpoint’s study reveals that the global…

A new study reveals that prenatal cannabis exposure significantly increases the risk of preterm birth, low birth weight, and NICU admission in infants, although it does not elevate the risk of birth defects or infant mortality within the first year.A study recently published in the journal Addiction found that infants exposed to cannabis in the womb are more likely to be born prematurely, have lower birth weights, and need care in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) compared to those not exposed to cannabis prenatally.…

A recent study revealed that eating within a ten-hour window leads to increased energy and mood, along with decreased hunger. The largest UK study of its kind, involving over 37,000 participants, showed that consistent adherence to this ten-hour intermittent fasting regime resulted in notable health benefits. The study also emphasized the importance of consistent eating times, with those who varied their eating schedule not experiencing the same positive effects.Eating within a ten-hour window is linked to increased…