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The Biggest Victims Of Trump’s Economic D-Day On Iran

Trump’s “economic D-Day” against Iran is built around one of Washington’s most powerful weapons: access to the U.S. financial system.

  • China is Iran's largest seaborne crude purchaser, handling over 80% of its exports.
  • Iraq relies on Iranian gas for up to 40% of its electricity generation.

Culture

Long-Time Yankees Broadcaster Hints Retirement Could Be Near

Long-time New York Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay believes his career in the booth could be coming to an end soon.

  • Michael Kay, 65, considers retirement near as children prepare to leave home
  • Kay sees himself beyond 80s, admires John Scully's approach to broadcasting
  • Kay remains in broadcasting, no serious retirement plans

Business

Exclusive, Urban Shelters Ignite Abuja’s Next Commercial Investment Boom

In a strategic move to expand commercial real estate opportunities and accelerate wealth creation in Nigeria’s Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Exclusive Shelters has partnered with Urban Shelters…

  • Exclusive Shelters and Urban Shelters form partnership for Phase Two.
  • Dei-Dei Ultra-Modern Market expansion aims to boost commercial real estate.
  • Collaboration set to redefine Nigeria’s real estate industry.

Finance & Markets

UBA, Fidelity Bank Secure NGX Approval to Declay H1 2026 Result

Kayode Tokede United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) and Fidelity Bank Plc, yesterday notified market stakeholders of obtaining approval from the Nigerian Exchange Limited (NGX) to extend the deadline for

  • UBA and Fidelity Bank obtained NGX approval to delay H1 2026 result release.
  • Both banks to submit audited financial statements by September 30, 2026.
  • UBA's stock price fell 1.44% to N44.45 per share.

Business

Rite Foods Named Among Nigeria’s Top 50 Companies of Impact 2026

Rite Foods Limited, a beverage company, has been recognised among the Top 50 Nigerian Companies of Impact for 2026 at this year’s Industry Newspaper Awards.

  • Rite Foods named among Nigeria's Top 50 Companies of Impact 2026
  • Honored for innovation, sustainability, job generation, and impact
  • Recognized for Waste-Is-Naira and Riteonthebeach environmental initiatives

Business

Wage growth is higher in Australia. Could this regulatory fix help Kiwi workers catch up?

With inflation outpacing wage growth, NZ incomes are effectively going backwards. Australia’s collective bargaining rules could offer a remedy.

  • New Zealand's wage growth slowed to 2% YoY in June, below inflation's 4.1% increase.
  • Australia's wage growth stands at 3.2%, narrower gap with 3.8% inflation.
  • Australian Fair Work Act 2009 amendments enable compulsory arbitration in deadlocked negotiations.

World

Teacher starts petition to reduce e-scooter injuries

As reports of e-scooter injuries continue to surface in Manitoba, a Winnipeg teacher is calling for stronger regulations, public education and enforcement before more people are seriously hurt.

  • Winnipeg teacher Jude Gosselin started a petition to reduce e-scooter injuries.
  • Petition aims for stricter regulations, public education, and enforcement.
  • Current petition has 54 signatures as of Monday.
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