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Peru’s Economy Unexpectedly Slows as Fishing, Agriculture Slump
Peru’s economy unexpectedly slowed in June due to a slump in fishing and agriculture output amid unusual weather conditions.
How Kenya plans to attract private investors through National Infrastructure Fund
Kenya’s National Infrastructure Fund (NIF) is being positioned as a long-term investment vehicle rather than a traditional government spending programme, with a proposed policy requiring…
- NIF policy outlines investment in major infrastructure projects and portfolio management.
- Fund will generate commercial income, with no single project exceeding 20% of assets.
Russia threatens 'serious damage' to relations with US, Turkey over weapons shipment to Ukraine
Sending arms to Ukraine undermines attempts by the U.S. and Turkey to act as peace brokers, Russia's Foreign Ministry said regarding an upcoming shipment of 70 ATACMS missiles and other weapons to…
Prediction: This Is What a $1,000 Investment in Sandisk Will Be Worth by 2030
Sandisk can still deliver a multibagger performance over the next five years.
- Sandisk stock value increased 4500% since 2022
- NAND flash storage demand surges for AI data centers
- $1000 investment could yield substantial wealth
Riyadh Air begins Pakistan operations with daily Islamabad flights
Islamabad: Riyadh Air has begun operations in Pakistan with the launch of a daily service between Riyadh and Islamabad, marking the Saudi carrier’s latest international expansion and adding a new…
- Riyadh Air begins daily Islamabad flights, expanding international reach.
- Inaugural flight RX-660 carried 69 passengers to Islamabad.
- Route will soon extend to Lahore with three weekly services.
Pointed! Bloomberg's Weekly News Quiz For Risk-Takers
Pointed offers a strategic twist to the news quiz format, testing not just players’ knowledge of the news but also their confidence in their answers.
What are Samira Said's demands? All on ex-ABC News journalist's sexual harassment lawsuit against Matt Gutman
Samira Said, ex-field producer for ABC News, has come forward with a lawsuit against CBS's Matt Gutman, accusing him of making inappropriate sexual comments.
Bangladesh bowled out for 426 in first innings, lead by 228 runs
Bangladesh are playing their first test series in Australia in 23 years.
NPP regional elections: Sorting, counting underway as voting continues in Greater Accra
Sorting and counting of ballots are underway in several regions following the closure of polls at 2:00 p.m. in the New Patriotic Party’s (NPP) regional executive elections. The exercise has generally been peaceful across the country, with no major incidents of violence reported so far.
Netflix top 10: I watch movies for a living, and here are the only 3 worth your time this weekend (August 15-16)
My picks for the three best movies to watch in Netflix’s top 10 right now, including a new movie produced by Adam Sandler.
Lebanon says 11 killed in Israeli airstrikes
Lebanon's prime minister denounced the attacks on villages in southern Lebanon for targeting civilians in their homes. Israel said it was firing on Hezbollah infrastructure.
- Eleven killed in Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon on Saturday
- Deadliest attacks since truce with Hezbollah nearly two months ago
- Iran-backed Hezbollah defies with defiance
Meshoe urges South Africans to vote ACDP for change
The event was also used to unveil to people the ACDP Deputy President, Wayne Thring.
My husband had hobbies. My kids had activities. Somehow, I only had laundry.
I became a mom at 19 and spent years putting myself last. At 35, I'm trying 35 new things to rediscover what brings me joy.
- Author tried 35 new hobbies at 35 to rediscover self
- Husband's hobbies: coaching soccer, volunteering, golf
- Author's time spent on household chores like laundry
Israel’s ‘pilot zones’: Withdrawal on paper, continued occupation of south Lebanon
Israel’s ‘pilot zones’: Withdrawal on paper, continued occupation of south Lebanon Submitted by Giovanna Vial on Wed, 08/12/2026 - 15:47 MEE visited two of the villages touted as models for Israel's…
Muzic Mensah earns spot in Boomplay’s inaugural NEXT WAVE programme
Artiste Muzic Mensah has been selected for Boomplay’s inaugural NEXT WAVE programme, joining 18 emerging African talents across the continent.
2026 CB-WASSCE: Foundation threatens legal action against WAEC
The Initiative for School Excellence and Education Foundation has threatened legal action against WAEC over the 2026 Computer-Based West African read more 2026 CB-WASSCE: Foundation threatens legal…
Peer-reviewed study of 443,000 Backblaze hard drives ranks HGST most reliable and Toshiba the least — Seagate a close second on most unreliable list
Backblaze's quarterly reports compare whichever drives are available at the time.
The atomization of households: why reducing family size has negative economic effects
La revolución demográfica que vive España eleva los gastos, agrava el problema de la vivienda e incrementa el riesgo de vulnerabilidad
Alphabet Is Facing Thousands of Lawsuits. History Says This Is What May Happen
Can the company navigate these legal troubles?
- Alphabet faces thousands of lawsuits over YouTube's addictive behavior.
- Second-quarter results show negative free cash flow due to AI investments.
- Federal judge allows lawsuits to proceed, potentially leading to prolonged legal battle.
Osun Decides: ‘Sunday Bisi has been arrested’ – Davido
Afrobeats singer Davido has alleged that the Osun State Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, Sunday Bisi, was arrested by police officers at his residence in Ilesa during Saturday’s…
Osun: Angry Youths Chase Alleged Vote Buyers, Seize Cash At Polling Unit
Angry youths allegedly chased away suspected vote buyers and seized bags containing wads of naira notes at some polling units in Ejigbo Local Government Area of Osun State, on Saturday.
- Angry youths chased alleged vote buyers at polling stations in Ejigbo, Osun State.
- Suspected vote buyers intercepted, and N1,000 cash seized by youths.
- Incident occurred at Ward 4, Units 7 and 13 during vote distribution.
Troops Thwart Another ISWAP Attempt to Overrun Military Base in Biu, Inflicting Casualties on Extremist Fighters
Linus Aleke in Abuja Troops of 162 Amphibious Battalion, operating under the Joint Task Force North-East, Operation Hadin Kai, successfully thwarted an attempted attack by ISWAP terrorists on their…
- ISWAP terrorists attacked Forward Operating Base Mandaragirau on August 15, 2026.
- Joint Task Force North-East thwarted both groups of attackers, inflicting casualties.
- No military casualties reported during the successful defense operation.
‘Biggest scam ever in the world’: Nithin Kamath asks startup founders not to brag about AI; social media reacts
Zerodha CEO Nithin Kamath has dismissed AI claims in startup pitches as unoriginal, likening it to boasting about daily hygiene.
Apologise to Okyeman or face our wrath – Nananoom to Akyemansa DCE
The Akyem Abuakwa Traditional Council has demanded an apology from the District Chief Executive (DCE) for Akyemansa, Linda Ahenkora, over what it describes as an unlawful intrusion into chieftaincy…
Who Was Chad Hickman? Suspected Gunman In Michigan Mass Shooting
Chad Hickman is suspected of killing five in Michigan in a mass shooting.
Ola Electric looks beyond scooters, unveils new products in Shakti portfolio
Ola Electric is expanding its battery business into energy storage solutions. The company unveiled a three-tier Shakti portfolio for various applications.
Osun Decides: Again, Senator Fadahunsi captured at polling unit threatening voters in presence of police [VIDEO]
The senator representing Osun East, Francis Fadahunsi, has been captured in a video on social media threatening voters at his polling unit.
Thys Lombard’s final wave: Vintners Surf Classic rocked by death of celebrated sports photographer
Lombard leaves behind a remarkable photographic legacy, having documented generations of sporting talent while remaining deeply connected to South Africa’s surfing community.
Osun election results: Oyebamiji floors Adeleke at Boluwaduro LG polling unit
Bola Oyebamiji, the All Progressives Congress, APC, governorship candidate, has floored the incumbent governor and Accord Party candidate, Ademola Adeleke, in Boluwaduro Local Government Area, at Ward…
Colombia Quake Tests New President Days Into Term
Rescuers in western Colombia are still searching for survivors after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake killed at least 287 people.
Neptune's tiny moons tell the story of Triton's destructive capture
Neptune's moon and ring system stand out among the giant planets because of the strange imbalance between its one very large moon and its many tiny moons.
A painter locked himself in a lab for two years trying to create a lasting image using light. Then he accidentally broke a thermometer – and changed photography forever
The first type of photography that took minutes rather than hours was a result of a painter who shut himself in a lab for nearly two years, only to discover the answer by accident
Rising use of motorcycles and e-scooters in Jazan sparks safety concerns for youth
Motorcycles and e-scooters have become increasingly popular among Jazan’s youth, but their spread has raised alarm over rising accidents and safety risks.
Star Wars: The Old Republic hopes to recapture the 'classic' experience with difficulty options and a new way to start from scratch
Venture characters seem inspired by the seasonal and ironman modes found in ARPGs.
Dr. Khalid Al-Ruhaimi Hospital removes complex 2.5 kg thyroid tumor
A medical team at Dr. Khalid Al-Ruhaimi Hospital successfully removed a massive thyroid tumor from a 65-year-old patient in a highly complex surgery.
Pixars Coco is finally getting a sequel with Coco 2
Coco 2, starring a teenage Miguel and the return of Ernesto de la Cruz, is coming to theaters in 2029.
Airtel becomes first African operator to commercially deploy Starlink mobile, starting in Congo
Airtel Africa has commercially launched Starlink’s satellite-to-mobile service in the Democratic Republic of Congo, becoming the first mobile operator in read more Airtel becomes first African…
Watch: Diver goes missing at sea, forcing research mission to halt
Sharjah: A scientific research mission at sea was brought to an abrupt halt after a diver from another team went missing, prompting researchers and crew members to suspend their work and prepare to…
Russia Seeks to Build Sovereign AI With “Correct Values” — CCD
Russia is planning to develop a "sovereign" artificial intelligence system designed to comply with the Kremlin's imposed "traditional spiritual and moral values," Ukraine's Center for Countering…
This massive standing desk is everything I need and more — and best of all the Eureka Ergonomic Aero Pro won’t demolish your bank account
This standing desk will be the perfect home for any gaming or work setup, but be warned: it's massive.
Mom-to-Be Panics at What’s Seen on Pregnancy Bump—Then Doctors Reveal Truth
Approaching her due date, Cameryn Moore said the sudden change alarmed her because she had never experienced anything like it.
- Florida woman Cameryn Moore panicked over her changing pregnancy bump.
- Doctors diagnosed her with Bandl's ring, a rare complication.
- Baby was in sunny-side-up position, not a serious issue.
Jane Street lost $15 billion in its first down month in a decade
Jane Street was rattled by Situational Awareness and the equity market turmoil.
Five injured, one critically, in shooting at Virginia State University
Multiple suspects were involved in the incident in the early hours of Saturday, the university said.
HSC weapons scanners effective, needed at other hospitals: nurses union
The AI weapons scanners at Health Sciences Centre have detected close to 2,000 items since they were installed at Manitoba’s largest hospital. From March 6, 2025 to the beginning of […]
- HSC's AI weapons scanners detected nearly 2,000 items since March.
- Darlene Jackson, Manitoba Nurses Union president, calls for scanners in all HSC locations.
- Sawed-off rifle found in adult ER patient's bag, highlighting need for security measures.
Anthropic revenue surges to over $11.5 billion in second quarter
Anthropic PBC is telling prospective investors its second-quarter revenue jumped at least 14-fold versus the same period a year ago.
Climate action doesn't seem to be a priority for Germany — despite heat-related deaths and drought. Why aren't more people taking to the streets?
Climate action does not seem to be a priority for the German government — despite record temperatures, heat-related deaths and drought. Why aren't more people taking to the streets in protest?
Fuel ran out: Survivors recount horror as Makueni matatu accident claims 7 lives
Survivors of the Kalembwani accident in Makueni County that claimed seven lives have recounted the terrifying moments when a 46-seater matatu lost control and plunged into a valley late on Friday…
- Matatu lost control and tumbled into valley on August 14, 2026
- Seven passengers killed, 68 injured in Kalembwani accident
- Driver blamed for crash, brake failure claimed by another survivor
US, Canada Still See Sticking Points Before Deadline for 50% Tariffs
Canadian and US negotiators are working against an Aug. 19 deadline to avert 50 percent tariffs on Canadian goods. While discussions remain constructive, significant work is still required to resolve…
Scientists detect a surprising shift in human blood as CO2 rises
Rising carbon dioxide in the atmosphere may be leaving a measurable imprint inside the human body. Researchers analyzing more than two decades of U.S.
- Atmospheric CO2 levels have risen over 20 years, affecting human blood chemistry.
- Serum bicarbonate levels increased by 7%, calcium and phosphorus decreased.
- Researchers suggest body may adjust to changing atmospheric composition.
AOC says she's been saving up to freeze her eggs. Here's how much the procedure can cost
AOC is highlighting the cost of freezing her eggs. Here's what to know about health insurance coverage, state laws and taxes associated with the process.
When gut microbes run low on fiber, they may start eating you
Gut microbes need something to eat, and when fiber is limited, they may begin consuming proteins from the mucus lining that protects the gut.
- Prif proteins enhance beneficial phenol metabolites while reducing harmful ones
- Harmful phenols produced when gut bacteria break down host proteins
- Fiber reduces bacterial breakdown of gut mucus lining
Common food preservative linked to rising suicide deaths among young people
A widely available food-preservation chemical is emerging as a disturbing factor in rising UK suicide deaths, particularly among younger people and men.
Tech workers may be better off selling their company stock
Selling company stock and diversifying could leave tech workers better off, according to a Levels.fyi analysis of Microsoft pay.
- Experienced Microsoft software engineer could be better off selling stock.
- Selling stock and investing in S&P 500 could result in $50,000 more.
- Diversifying investments across various assets is safer and potentially more lucrative.
Influencer Melts Down That People Didn’t Like Her Being a Paid Shill for OpenAI
"I genuinely had no idea that people were this anti-AI." The post Influencer Melts Down That People Didn’t Like Her Being a Paid Shill for OpenAI appeared first on Futurism .
Is This the World’s Oldest Image of a Mind‑altering Plant?
A painted panel deep in a Spanish cave may push the human relationship with mind-altering plants back thousands of years, earlier than anything previously known The post Is This the World’s Oldest…
Voters punish politicians more for infidelity if their spouse leaves them
When a politician is caught in a sex scandal, their spouse’s reaction can shape the public fallout. A new experiment reveals that voters judge unfaithful candidates far more harshly if their spouse decides to end the marriage.