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Six recipes for "melon with things" to squeeze the season from aperitif to dessert
En ensalada con chile y lima, gazpacho, pinchitos con bacalao ahumado o al grill: la cucurbitácea más veraniega -con permiso de la sandía- ofrece infinitas posibilidades
My Life with The Walter Boys Season 4 release date: When will the Netflix show return to the ranch?
Just when it seemed like My Life With the Walter Boys might finally offer its fans some closure, Season 3 did the opposite.
Construction of Dangote’s Lamu oil refinery to start in October
NAIROBI, Kenya, August 10 – Construction of the proposed Dangote oil refinery in Lamu is set to begin in October, Africa’s richest man Aliko Dangote has said. Dangote told the…
- Dangote's Lamu oil refinery construction begins in October
- Project cost adjusted to Sh2 trillion from Sh2.2 trillion
- Refinery to process 700,000 barrels daily, largest in East Africa
High court judge to investigate Mir Raza murder case, says home minister
• Announcement comes hours after Faryal Talpur recommends judicial probe • Previous investigation body sent packing as IGP forms new team • DSP, Jauhar SHO suspended for failing to preserve crime…
Rotation From Leveraged ETFs Fuel 30% Jump in Korea Small Caps
South Korea’s small-cap stocks are regaining investor interest after lagging larger peers for much of the year, as restrictions on leveraged exchanged-traded funds tracking heavyweight chipmakers…
After the summer break: pensions, care, elections - full agenda for Merz in the autumn
The government quarter in Berlin is currently dozing off. It's summer recess. But the calm won't last long. Chancellor Merz and his team have a lot of work ahead of them. And many problems.
Fading Fed hike bets, RBI backstop blunts oil pressure on rupee
The rupee is expected to open in the 95.14-95.16 range, per traders, having settled at 95.2075 to the dollar on Friday
Yen Underperforms G-10 Peers as Intervention Boost Fades
The yen has underperformed all its Group-of-10 peers this month as the boost from recent intervention fades, putting traders on alert for further official action.
Josephine Sembeyo sprints to 1500m gold in Oregon
Sembeyo, a Form Four student at AIC Loitokitok in Kajiado County, hit the front at the 700m mark but was overtaken by Claire Stegall of the USA with 400m to go, forcing the Kenyan to dig deep and…
Penang's first integrated senior living resort to be ready next year
THERE is a need to meet the mental health expectations of the aged and their care providers, including families, as Penang moves into a substantially ageing population state in the next few years.
Geelong Cats board holds crisis meeting over concussion deal
Geelong is about to reply to the AFL's please explain as the Cats brace for a potential massive penalty over the secret concussion deal with Jake Kolodjashnij.
Candace Owens threatens to file police report over ‘protect Erika Kirk’ chat group: ‘Sharing our personal information…’
Candace Owens has planned to file a police report over a chat, ‘protect Erika Kirk,’ that she alleges targeted her family. Group members dismissed her claims.
Wheat Hits Highest in a Week on Supply Disruptions in Black Sea
US wheat futures jumped to the highest in more than a week, as disruptions to shipping in the Black Sea raised the prospect of supply shortages from the crucial grain-growing region.
Prabowo Subianto's Fiscal Recentralization
The central government's cutting of regional budgets is a violation of the law. It stems from a centralist mindset.
‘Good growth in every postcode’ is a woeful catchphrase
Burnham and co's bid to 'back British' and generate 'good growth' everywhere is a bid to fool voters with their own money, writes Eliot Wilson.
Tabuk education authority opens supplementary registration for new students
Tabuk’s education department has begun supplementary online registration for first grade and kindergarten students for the upcoming academic year.
Praktica Falcon 10x50 review: powerful, pin-sharp binoculars at a preposterously low price
Praktica’s ultra-budget Falcon 10x50s are built down to a price, but exceed all expectations with excellent handling and image quality
Delmore housing development with plan to truck wastewater away gets fast-track approval
Treated wastewater will be transported off site during summer periods "when necessary" during the first phase of the development.
Seahawks Showing Serious Interest in Troubled 1st-Round CB Recently Cut
The Seattle Seahawks could be on the brink of signing a former All-American CB who's been in the headlines a lot lately.
Silver Price Forecast: XAG/USD starts US CPI week on flat note around $63.50
Silver price (XAG/USD) trades in a tight range at around $63.50 during the Asian trading session at the start of the week.
At least 30,000 affected by Myanmar floods as conflict, crop losses threaten food security
At the centre of the crisis is Lemyethna township, where the Ngawun River embankment was breached on the night of Jul 30, sending floodwaters into villages and farmland.
China evacuates one million from homes as massive storm arrives
Typhoon Dolphin made landfall on Sunday evening, affecting Shanghai and other parts of eastern China.
Burnham begins U.K. cost-of-living tour amid row over prisoners
The British prime minister is rolling out "fixes" for smaller problems that contribute to the cost of living, as scrutiny grows of his approach to reducing prison overcrowding.
Grifols Accuses Gotham of Obstructing the Obtaining of Evidence to Prepare for Trial in New York
El fondo norteamericano aguarda a que la justicia resuelva definitivamente su solicitud de protección para no entregar toda la documentación reclamada por la farmacéutica
A Munich court approves a minority shareholder's lawsuit against Telefónica Germany
El fondo Mainberg Asset Management reclama información sobre el ‘cash pooling’, el sistema por el que el grupo centraliza la liquidez de sus filiales
One Night Only Director Cut 'So Much Nudity' from Film Because Audiences Now Dislike Seeing It
Director Will Gluck revealed that he “cut out so much” nudity from One Night Only because he believes modern movie audiences are now too uncomfortable seeing it on screen.
Tech leads Asian rally as Trump plays ‘chess game’ with Iran and oil spikes
HONG KONG, Aug 10 — Stocks rose today as investors pared their bets on a US interest rate hike after data showed t...
Tooth decay tumour leaves Thai man accused of faking photos
A 31 year old man in Thailand says a growth on the left side of his face, which he described as having developed after years of picking at a decayed tooth with a toothpick, has left him in constant…
Cristiano Ronaldo’s race to 1,000 goals: When will Al Nassr star hit historic milestone?
Cristiano Ronaldo has pretty much done it all – but 2026/27 could be the season in which he chalks up what would arguably be his greatest achievement. The Al Nassr star has had the target of 1,000 career goals in his sights for some time, and the three he scored at the World Cup in the summer mean he starts the new campaign tantalisingly…
Sony and TSMC to invest ¥1 trillion in joint chip plant in Japan
The Japanese company's chip arm Sony Semiconductor Solutions and TSMC are partnering on next-generation image sensors for robots and cars.
Autumn in summer: What the persistent drought does to the trees
After years of drought, many trees in Germany are struggling with heat and drought. What this means for forests and cities – and how things could continue.
For the eclipse on 12.8.: In the moon's shadow: How researchers use the solar eclipse
The solar eclipse is not just an impressive natural phenomenon - it also enables scientific insights. The space agencies Esa and Nasa want to take advantage of this.
Advertisers are trying to influence AI bots with secret ads
PLUS: Hiveminds are emerging to hack the planet, and open-weight models are the new new red scare.
Smart glasses are going mainstream. Do current privacy laws protect us from risks?
The push to make camera glasses a major consumer trend comes at a cost to the privacy of the wearer, and everyone around them.
August’s total solar eclipse will sweep over Spain, Iceland and Greenland
For the first time in more than a century, a total solar eclipse is coming to mainland Spain with an even longer encore next summer.
Japan eyes cutting-edge AI under pre-emptive cyber defence policy
Concerns grow over AI models such as Anthropic’s Claude Mythos that can detect vulnerabilities and facilitate cyberattacks.
The male ‘orgasm muscle’: How pelvic-floor control may improve erections and ejaculation
The pelvic floor is usually discussed as a women’s health issue, but it also plays a role in erections, ejaculation and sexual sensation in men; somatic sexuality instructor Lena Leyla explains how…
Mukesh Bansal on AI-powered founders, and growing jaggedly by wanting to learn and win
The post Mukesh Bansal on AI-powered founders, and growing jaggedly by wanting to learn and win appeared first on The Ken .
A daily glass of fruit juice was linked to lower depression scores
A daily glass of 100% fruit juice or a smoothie may help improve more than just fruit intake. In a small four-week trial, participants who added one to a healthier diet showed significantly lower…
AI’s volatile power demand is damaging its own data centres
The problems are also a potential source of wider instability in power grids that are already straining to keep the lights on.
China is using AI facial ID to track migrating fish in Tibet’s largest river
China is using an artificial intelligence-driven fish identification system to conduct round-the-clock tracking of species passing along a fishway on a dam on Tibet’s largest river.
Building a ‘jetpack’ for satellites; Sharp rise in VC inflow
Bengaluru-based Aule Space is building a jetpack that docks with satellites after they run out of fuel, extending their lives by a few years; August started on a positive note driven by the $120…
Beyond screen time, examine social media activities for more targeted intervention: Experts
Parents and schools are also urged to help youth reflect on their social media use, said experts.
- Experts urge deeper analysis of social media habits beyond screen time.
- Compulsive checking for likes and withdrawal from face-to-face friendships are concerning.
- Recommends counselling, coping mechanisms, and disabling harmful features.
El Nino-driven sea surface temperatures reached hottest-ever in July
Sea surface temperatures around the world have reached the highest level on record, owing in part to the El Nino effect, the EU’s climate change agency Copernicus has found.
UAE summer gut health: How extreme heat can trigger bloating, acidity and food poisoning
Summertime sadness is a thing, and your gut could be singing it. As temperatures soar, your body loses more fluid through sweat, while changes in appetite, sleep and daily routines can throw your…
Privacy Backlash Explodes Against Meta's Smart Glasses
With nearly 70% of the market, "Meta wants its smart glasses to be a big hit," writes the Los Angeles Times. But after some users found ways to disable the light that warns people they're being…
Taylor Farms recalls salsa and guacamole over salmonella risk
The supplier voluntarily recalled the products, including salsas and guacamole, after being notified that Coast Citrus Distributors was recalling fresh peppers.
Brief relief ahead of fifth heatwave - as more areas could move into drought
While Monday won't be quite as hot as the weekend, temperatures will ramp up ahead of the fifth widespread heatwave of the year.
Report says North Korean hacking group builds AI tools for cyberattacks
Findings suggest the group expanded AI use beyond phishing lures into malware development, data analysis and attack automation.
Dengue situation under control in Islamabad, says health chief
ISLAMABAD: The Directorate of Health Services on Sunday said the dengue situation in Islamabad was under control, with only two confirmed cases reported so far. “So far, only two cases have been reported in Islamabad, and neither originally belonged to the capital city, as surveillance teams are doing remarkable door-to-door work to…
Insurtech reshapes Vietnam s insurance sector
Insurtech is emerging as a key pillar of Vietnam s digital insurance sector as demand for digital financial services continues to accelerate
NEC tests parking tech that only starts charging once you exit your car
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Glovo Pioneers Integration of AI Quick-commerce
Glovo, a leading multi-category tech company, has announced its integration into the generative AI ecosystem with the launch of its “Shopping Assistant” for ChatGPT and Claude. Users can now discover
Lee to check progress on AI-related investment initiative
SEOUL, Aug. 10 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung was set to preside over a mee...
Perseid meteor shower set for peak this week under moonless skies
The annual Perseid meteor shower, one of the most reliable and spectacular displays in the night sky, is expected to reach its peak on the night of Wednesday into early Thursday (August 12-13, 2026), offering skywatchers particularly favorable conditions this year.
Decreased sleep in adolescents is linked to lasting changes in how the brain communicates
A new study suggests that getting less sleep alters how regions of the developing brain communicate. By tracking adolescents over time and testing sleep-deprived adults, scientists found evidence that sleep loss directly reshapes brain network connectivity.
Design of high-affinity miniprotein antagonist targeting IL-4Ra for IL-4/IL-13 signal blockade
IL-4Ra is a key regulatory receptor for type 2 inflammatory responses, signal transduce from IL-4 and IL-13 through binding with IL-13Ra or the gamma c chain to activate the downstream JAK1-STAT6 pathway. IL-4Ra is currently the most successful "golden target" in the field of allergic disease therapeutics.