Ramokgopa slams municipalities for increasing electricity tariffs
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Trump called ballots ‘inherently corrupt’, then voted by mail in Florida primary 2026
A crowded field of Republicans is vying to replace the party’s term-limited Governor Ron DeSantis in Tuesday’s primary. But recent polling indicates Congressman Byron Donalds is leading the pack
Ndindi Nyoro kicks off opposition tour in Murang’a after UDA exit
Nyoro announced that he will hold his first political engagement in Makuyu on Wednesday, August 19, as he begins selling his new political message to voters following his decision to join the People's…
- Ndindi Nyoro begins political tour in Murang’a after exiting UDA.
- Nyoro kicks off 'people's tour' on August 19 in Makuyu.
- Tour aims to build support for Kenya's People's Party.
Apple plugs image-processing hole ripe for spyware abuse
Patch batch spans current kit, older iGadgets, Macs, and Vision Pro
Sony still hasn't decided when the PlayStation 6 will launch
Sony CEO Hiroki Totoki recently told The Wall Street Journal that the company has yet to nail down the PlayStation 6's launch date. While trusted leakers have painted a fairly clear picture of the upcoming console's capabilities, Sony – and Microsoft, for that matter – are likely still determining how... Read Entire Article
US Elections Tuesday: Florida, Alaska, Wyoming Primaries, California Special Election — Key contests to watch
With 77 days remaining until the general election, several races stand out because of their competitive fields, open seats, redistricting battles and potential implications for the balance of power in Washington.
Avengers Star Sebastian Stan Appears to Confirm He's Playing Harvey Dent AKA Two-Face in The Batman: Part 2
Sebastian Stan has seemingly confirmed his role as Harvey Dent, AKA Two-Face, in Matt Reeves' upcoming The Batman: Part 2.
Syria admits holding nuclear material, refuses handover: ‘We have the right to use it’
Damascus reverses an earlier plan to remove the material from Syria, saying it will remain under IAEA safeguards for peaceful civilian use; the stockpile is linked to Assad-era nuclear activity and a secret site monitored by Israel
Singapore out of ASEAN football championship despite beating Thailand in second leg
The Lions ultimately fell 3-4 on aggregate to Thailand.
Helio and You: July 2026
Heliophysics is an important cornerstone of the history of astronomy, and many of the pioneers in this field have been American. This informative article goes in depth about some of their discoveries.
Patrick Vieira appointed Senegal coach to lead Teranga Lions’ AFCON charge
Patrick Vieira has been appointed head coach of the Senegal national team, with the former France and Arsenal midfielder taking read more Patrick Vieira appointed Senegal coach to lead Teranga Lions’…
Notable ETF Outflow Detected - ARKK, SPCX, TEM, CRSP
Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the ARK Innovation ETF (Symbol: ARKK) where we have detected an…
Notable ETF Outflow Detected - DXJ
Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the WisdomTree Japan Hedged Equity Fund (Symbol: DXJ) where we have…
SOXL, MPWR, NXPI, ALAB: Large Outflows Detected at ETF
Looking today at week-over-week shares outstanding changes among the universe of ETFs covered at ETF Channel, one standout is the Direxion Daily Semiconductors Bull 3x Shares (Symbol: SOXL) where we…
Blast marks Moldova’s third airspace breach in nine days
Ukraine’s Air Force reported that a Russian Banderol crossed the border, but Moldovan investigators could not conclusively identify the wreckage.
Trump threatened to bomb Oman because he’s unhappy with country’s deal with Iran, officials say
CAIRO (AP) — U.S. President Donald Trump threatened to bomb Oman because he is unhappy the country is close to a deal with Iran to manage ship traffic through the Strait of Hormuz , two regional…
A blast from old munitions injures 6 Thai workers in northern Israel
BANGKOK (AP) — An explosion of old munitions in northern Israel on Tuesday injured six Thai migrant workers , with two sustaining serious injuries that required surgery, Thailand’s Foreign Ministry…
Journey prepares for the last leg of what could be rockers’ final tour together
NEW YORK (AP) — The long, riding road once more beckons for the members of iconic rock band Journey. Is it the band’s final journey together?
SEBI settlement overhaul may offer exit for cases stuck in SAT, courts
Lawyers expect easier appellate-stage settlements, lower settlement premiums and simpler calculations could reduce litigation and speed up resolution
Home Depot posts solid 2nd quarter gains, but housing slump leaves outlook unchanged for rest of 2026
Home Depot’s sales improved during its second quarter as customers focused on smaller projects during the summer months with the U.S. housing sector still mired in a slump.
I visited Denny's for the first time after trying Cracker Barrel and IHOP. One chain had the best breakfast — and value.
I tried Denny's for the first time and compared it to IHOP and Cracker Barrel. The best breakfast chain had value, plus great bacon and pancakes.
The Leonas beat Germany 3-2, take big step toward World Cup next stage
Agustina Gorzelany, who scored twice, said Las Leonas' determination to keep pushing until the final whistle ‘paid off’. The entry Las Leonas beat Germany 3-2, take big step toward World Cup next…
Singapore-Vietnam Pilot Tests Digital Credentials to Speed Up Letter of Credit Checks
Vietnam’s PILA and Singapore’s TOTM Technologies plan to test verifiable digital credentials for letter-of-credit checks, potentially reducing manual verification across cross-border trade finance.
Customs to fight this growing trade fraud with AI ‘detective border’
A new White House report says transshipments have become a growing target of global scammers. The post Customs to fight this growing trade fraud with AI ‘detective border’ appeared first on…
What makes a business work? This Swedish scale-up has put €4.5 million behind finding out
Swedish business software scale-up Fortnox is committing €4.5 million (50 million kronor) to a ten-year research initiative by the Stockholm School of Economics aimed at answering a deceptively simple…
Trump Taking Credit for Decline in Drug Prices, but Reason for the Drop Is Complex
(MedPage Today) -- President Donald Trump has been taking credit for new federal data that shows U.S. prescription drug prices fell 0.8% in July and are down 3.1% from a year ago, the steepest…
Nokia to close almost all sites in mainland China by year end
It’s taking steps to better align its operations in China with its global operations
- Nokia plans to close most sites in mainland China by year-end.
- Company to lay off significant workforce portion.
- Adjustments made due to declining business in China.
Meta Ran Ads for an App That Promised to Nudify Female Politicians
One advertisement featured a pornographic video with a deepfake closely resembling a prominent US politician. Apple removed the app from the App Store after an inquiry from WIRED.
LIVESTREAM: National Mining Dialogue 2026 underway in Accra [Watch]
The 2026 National Mining Dialogue is underway at the Kempinski Hotel in Accra, bringing together key stakeholders to deliberate on the future of Ghana’s mining sector. Organised by Asempa FM’s Ekosiisen and Semmis DS Group, the dialogue is being held under the theme, “Rethinking the Social Licence to Operate.” The event is focusing on how…
US awards $162M to turn mining waste into critical minerals
Washington is backing nine projects seeking to recover strategic metals from discarded materials,
VinSpace Announces Launch Contract with SpaceX, Marking a New Milestone for Vietnam’s Space Industry
HANOI, Vietnam — VinSpace Joint Stock Company (“VinSpace”) announced the signing of a launch contract with U.S.-based SpaceX.
GTA 6 release delay: These signs suggest it’s actually releasing this time
After so many years, some gamers might be apprehensive about yet another 'Grand Theft Auto VI' delay. Here's why that's unlikely.
Klaus Geißdörfer: The man who makes EBM owners into billionaires
US group Madison Air is paying €5 billion for fan manufacturer EBM-Papst. This is also down to CEO Geißdörfer. He recognised the data centre business model early on.
The pace of climate change matters more than overall heat in the race to save key Atlantic currents, study finds
The rate of global warming, rather than the extra heat itself, could determine whether a system of ocean currents known as the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation will cross a tipping point, new research suggests.
Oil pipeline damage to be tracked by heat-sensing satellites
Damage to oil and gas pipelines and other energy infrastructure can be tracked in near real-time from space , using new heat-sensing images.
Woman, 32, Never Smoked a Day in Her Life. Then Came the Diagnosis
Ramirez, 36, had never smoked a day in her life. At 32, doctors told her she had stage 4 lung cancer.
Cement prices manipulated in Nigeria, says FCCPC
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) says preliminary findings from its investigation into the cement industry indicate possible price manipulation in the market.
Babies born under sugar rationing grew into adults with lower cancer risk
Could how much sugar you consumed before your second birthday shape your health decades later—even into your 70s?
'Snooping' on dolphins offers acoustic clues to hotspots for food and friends
For dolphins, the ocean is a world of sound. Their whistles carry social information, helping them communicate and stay connected, while echolocation—rapid-fire clicks—functions like underwater sonar…
Improving the diagnosis of primary aldosteronism
A simple new method based on the results of two studies from Christofer Juhlin's research group can make it easier to identify the underlying cause of a common form of high blood pressure and help…
Up to half of life-threatening kidney disease cases may go undiagnosed
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is currently ranked the ninth-leading cause of death globally. However, up to half of cases may remain undetected despite the availability of simple urine and blood tests.
Spotify’s new Running Mode takes workout playlists to another level
Spotify’s new Running Mode can build a soundtrack around your workout, music taste, and even your running cadence.
Outshine Fruit Bars recalled over glass contamination risk: Check products, flavours and date
The affected products were sold through retailers across the US and were available in 6-count boxes, according to the company.
Costco Seeks Regulatory Approval for Multiyear Medicare Plan Rollout
Costco plans to start offering a Medicare plan and other senior-focused insurance products over the coming years. The retailer partnered with SCAN Health Plan, a nonprofit organization focused on healthcare for older adults, to launch offerings that may include a pharmacy experience, Medflex over-the-counter benefits, vision, audiology…
A Quantum Trick for Spotting Gravitational Waves
Gravitational wave astronomy has seen plenty of improvements since the original signal was captured in 2015. Despite that, it remains an engineering challenge to actually create the detectors needed for the precise measurements that gravitational waves require.
US reservoir water levels at their lowest in decades
Climate change has brought the northern region’s longest dry spell for at least 1,200 years.
Apple's M4 iPad Air Gets Best-Ever Discounts Since Summer Price Hikes
Amazon and Best Buy this week have multiple discounts on the M4 iPad Air , providing $100 off these 2026 models. These are the best prices we've seen in the wake of Apple's summer price hikes.
AI creates new jobs in over half of UK firms - study
Artificial intelligence has created new jobs in more than half of UK firms, according to a study by British bank Lloyds, even as fears about its impact on employment grow.
Study links stronger school leadership to improved student outcomes
A national study finds a 10-point rise in school leader effectiveness is tied to a 4% improvement in student learning outcomes.
Alignment Health seeks to have former exec's whistleblower suit tossed
Alignment Healthcare and several of its executives have filed a motion to have a whistleblower suit filed by a former exec dismissed.
Harvey's first LLM for legal work is here
Harvey's first AI model, Tenet, is designed to take on more of the tasks typically done by lawyers over hours or days.
Commerce AI is fragmenting. Here is why that matters.
Presented by Rezolve Ai Enterprise AI investment in commerce has never been higher. And enterprise AI outcomes in commerce have rarely been more inconsistent. That gap is not a coincidence. It is the predictable result of a pattern that has repeated itself across every major technology shift in retail: the industry adds new capabilities…
OpenAI built a version of ChatGPT that refuses to do your kid’s homework
The new ChatGPT for Teens locks down homework shortcuts and AI romance.
The most advantaged students attend the best-funded colleges. Does it have to be this way?
Chalkbeat Ideas is a section featuring reported columns on the big ideas and debates shaping American schools. The prevailing philosophy of American higher education is simple enough: The best-funded universities ought to be reserved for the best-qualified students, who are largely from advantaged backgrounds.
Extreme weather is making Americans feel powerless
The same people are also more likely to feel anxious about having to face a future disaster, according to a new poll