Experts warn of late-season uptick in influenza
Influenza statistics have jumped in Queensland, with experts urging people to get vaccinated before the free program ends on September 30.
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Miami-Dade Sheriff and Commissioner Slam City's Proposed GTA 6 Takeover for 'Promoting Fictional Version of Our Community Defined by Crime and Violence'
The Sheriff of Miami-Dade county is speaking out against Miami’s proposal to celebrate the launch of GTA 6 by decking out the city in advertisements for the highly-anticipated game, arguing that it…
Down 55% From Its High, Is Oracle a Buy?
Oracle's stock price now is less than half of what it was in September 2025.
Mantle adds Paxos’ USDG stablecoin, joins Global Dollar Network
Mantle has added Paxos-issued USDG as a natively minted stablecoin while joining the network’s reward-sharing structure.
Accel reportedly in talks to lead $1B round for Thinking Machines at $40B valuation
The high-profile startup's annual revenue run rate stands at at over $100 million.
Nigeria: Daba, Coronation Open Nigerian Market Access to Global Investors
[Daba Finance] Daba Finance and Coronation have agreed a distribution arrangement that will give eligible investors outside Nigeria digital access to Nigerian capital-market products, as the country's…
- Daba Finance and Coronation form distribution agreement for global investor access.
- Partnership offers digital platform access to Nigerian capital-market products.
- NGX All-Share Index rises 57% in 2026, aiming for FTSE Russell Frontier Market reclassification.
Africa: Senegal Secures $2.2b IMF Deal As Debt Restructuring Looms
[Daba Finance] Senegal reached a staff-level agreement with the International Monetary Fund for a $2.2 billion, 3-year lending programme as the government seeks to restore debt sustainability after…
- Senegal secures $2.2 billion IMF deal for debt sustainability.
- Public debt at 132% of GDP, hidden borrowing up to $13 billion.
- New deal requires IMF and Executive Board approval.
Minister of Commerce says Qatar-Oman ties grow into sustainable partnerships
<p>Muscat: Minister of Commerce and Industry HE Sheikh Faisal bin Thani bin Faisal Al-Thani highlighted the importance of strengthening bilateral cooperation between the State of Qatar and the…
The News Forum to Exclusively Air Education Reform: Lessons from England Documentary
ST. CATHARINES, Ontario, Sept. 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The News Forum, Canada’s independent national news network dedicated to providing balanced perspectives and fostering informed public…
Fire destroys property worth millions of naira in Ilorin
A fire outbreak on Thursday destroyed property worth millions of naira in a building in Ilorin, the Kwara State capital. The incident occurred at about 15:56 hours adjacent to Ile-Anu Wofem Church…
What we forget when we remember 9/11
There is a strange nostalgia in realizing that something once so immediate now belongs increasingly to people who know it only as the past.
Buy these cheap dividend-paying energy stocks, Goldman Sachs says
The firm still sees an opportunity to grab attractive dividend-paying energy names, despite the sector's run higher this year.
Automaker: VW Supervisory Board unexpectedly brings forward meeting and approves restructuring plan
The Supervisory Board has given the green light to the Executive Board's restructuring plan. The vote was unanimous. According to insiders, a compromise had finally emerged.
Zelensky Orders Dismissal of SBU, HUR Deputy Chiefs Over Shootout in Kyiv
A shootout between personnel from the Security Service of Ukraine (SBU) and Ukraine’s Military Intelligence (HUR) took place in Kyiv on Wednesday, Sept.
'He mesmerised me': Remembering Steve Irwin 20 years after shock death
It was a tragic day that became etched into the minds of millions of Steve Irwin fans around the globe, but the Crocodile Hunter's legacy lives on.
SALT Break Sought by NY, CA Pays Off Across US
Bloomberg's Caitlin Reilly joins Michael McKee on "Bloomberg Real Yield." The expanded state and local tax deduction championed by New York lawmakers is gaining favor around the US, benefiting…
Uber to take over Glovo’s African operations in massive $16.9bn Delivery Hero deal
In a blockbuster $16.9 billion (€14.8 billion) all-cash transaction, ride-hailing and delivery giant Uber which just exited Nigeria has struck read more Uber to take over Glovo’s African operations in…
Lego builds on 30+ years of PlayStation with new console-inspired set
Lego said the set (product number 72306), which is designed for adult builders, utilizes the unmistakable grey colorway of the original machine.
The best sunrise alarm clocks, tested by Consumer Reports
Some wake-up lights are confusing to set up right out of the box. Consumer Reports ranked five options from easiest to hardest to use
'Truth must come out': Whistleblower risked it all to expose alleged misconduct
Without whistleblowers, Australians would be kept in the dark about major corporate scandals, but evidence suggests the experience of raising alarm bells can destroy their lives.
OpenAI launches Astra, its most powerful and controversial model to date
The company has announced the new GPT-6 Astra as the world's most powerful model, directly aiming to surpass the capabilities of its main rival, Anthropic.
Criminal chrome Part 2: Stainful steel — Illegal chrome mining free-for-all taints the world’s stainless steel value chain
While odourless, at least some stainless steel carries the stench of crime, environmental and community degradation and ruthless exploitation. Like diamonds and gold, the vast majority of the world’s chrome supplies are legitimate, and the clean producers do not want to see supply chains sullied by the dirty stuff.
RUBBER-STAMPED: Zero deviations — the record of Cape Town’s planning tribunal in 1,328 rulings
From 1 July 2025 to 31 July 2026, Cape Town’s Municipal Planning Tribunal (MPT) presided over 1,328 recorded cases. Daily Maverick’s analysis of these cases reveals that the MPT, which is supposed to be an independent body, did not issue a single ruling that went against the recommendations of the City’s planning department.
Trump revisits Malvinas War in UK interview: ‘It was a long time ago’
The remarks come on the heels of another ambiguous reference the US president made regarding the islands' sovereignty La entrada Trump revisits Malvinas War in UK interview: ‘It was a long time ago’…
The Stakes of America’s 2026 Midterm Elections
“Enormous work has already been done to protect the integrity of November’s election,” write Heather Gerken and Robert Rubin.
Utilities are racing to link up with fusion startups, with Realta Fusion the latest to benefit
The grid has been straining under the weight of new AI data centers, and that has utilities courting fusion startups.
Banks offer semi-fixed loans to deploy surplus liquidity
Banks are deploying surplus liquidity through new mortgage products. HSBC and Kotak Mahindra Bank lead with semi-fixed home loan options.
Reps urge indebted DisCos to settle market obligations
The House of Representatives Committee on Power has called on electricity distribution companies (DisCos) with outstanding obligations in the Nigerian Electricity Market to urgently clear their debts…
American Assets Trust Founder Ernest Rady Buy $3.7 Million Shares in a Resoundingly Bullish Move
Executive Chairman's purchase increases his stake to 14.4 million shares, representing 23% of the firm's equity through multiple family trusts and controlled entities.
Mexican truckers block California border crossing over B-1 visa crackdown
Mexican truck drivers protesting B-1 visa revocations blocked a California-Mexico commercial crossing Thursday. The post Mexican truckers block California border crossing over B-1 visa crackdown…
AI-Guided Hike Ends in Emergency Rescue at 11,000 Feet
ChatGPT can’t climb mountains, but it can give you bad advice on how to do it.
Michael Malone Delivers Exciting Message to UNC Basketball Fans
North Carolina Tar Heels head basketball coach Michael Malone is not shying away from the challenge ahead of his first season.
- Michael Malone signed as UNC's new head coach with $50 million contract.
- Malone vows to revive UNC basketball program after Hubert Davis departure.
- First game against Western Carolina scheduled for November 2, 2026.
‘Kane Chronicles’ Series in Development at Disney+ After Netflix Scrapped Movie
Angela Robinson and Rick Riordan are attached to write and executive produce the drama series The post ‘Kane Chronicles’ Series in Development at Disney+ After Netflix Scrapped Movie appeared first on…
Expert says Trump may not have problem acknowledging NK nuke possession
WASHINGTON — A prominent expert said Thursday that U.S. President Donald Trump may not have a problem with acknowledging North Korea's possession of nuclear weapons as he thinks it is "not his fault,"…
ThinkOn extends VMware control plane for private AI infrastructure
Private AI infrastructure is gaining traction as organizations seek greater control over sensitive data and operating costs while meeting regulatory requirements. ThinkOn Inc. is extending its VMware-based cloud model to meet that demand while keeping Canadian workloads under domestic operational and legal control.
Brazil’s Espírito Santo seeks business with Arabs
Patrícia Gouvêa, CEO of NOVA ES, spoke to ANBA about the state’s efforts to attract investment and create business opportunities between companies in Espírito Santo and Arab countries. The post Brazil’s Espírito Santo seeks business with Arabs appeared first on ANBA News Agency .
Key Member of 49ers’ Pass-Rush Didn’t Travel to Australia for Rams Clash
The 49ers open the 2026 season against the Rams in the NFL's first-ever Australia game, but a key defender won't make the trip.
- 49ers open 2026 season in Melbourne on September 10
- Pass rusher Sam Okuayinonu questionable with foot injury
- Okuayinonu not traveling to Australia for game
Usher Unveils His New Lifelike Madame Tussauds Wax Figure: ‘It Looks More Like Me Than Me’
The R&B icon was left in awe of the artists' craftsmanship when it came to nailing his look.
Navy Blue Breaks Down Each Track From ‘Sir Render’
The West Coast rapper and producer closes out a trilogy with a prequel. Check out what he had to say about every song from his latest project.
Trump's Venezuela Deal Is a 'Shameful' Gift to Dictators: Former Adviser
Elliott Abrams, Trump's former special envoy to Venezuela, tells Newsweek about the risks of a deal with Delcy Rodriguez.
- Former Trump adviser Elliott Abrams criticizes new U.S. oil deal with Venezuela.
- Deal grants U.S. 20% stake in Venezuela's oil reserves at no cost.
- Abrams claims deal strengthens Rodríguez's position and discourages democracy.
These are the 10 best romcoms of all time
From Roman Holiday's Golden Age glamour to Punch-Drunk Love's quietly devastating reinvention of the genre, the ten greatest romcoms ever made
Hugging Face goes from a ‘scrappy’ startup named after an emoji to $13 billion Nvidia acquisition
The deal stands to encourage more mainstream adoption of open-weight models, but AI insiders worry Nvidia will subtly influence them to all run on its hardware.
OpenAI Releases GPT-6 Astra: The Closest AI Model Yet to AGI
The model can independently discover and exploit unknown security flaws across hardened systems, triggering a staged rollout and White House review before public access.
US Forest Service closing 23 research facilities as part of reorganization under Trump
BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) — The U.S. Forest Service is closing 23 research stations in more than a dozen states as part of an organizational overhaul under President Donald Trump that is intended to trim…
- US Forest Service to close 23 research facilities nationwide
- 95 employees to be transferred to new locations
- Reorganization aims to control costs and relocate HQ to Salt Lake City
5 challenges Congo faces in containing its fast-moving Ebola outbreak
ABUJA, Nigeria (AP) — Authorities in eastern Congo are shifting to a village-centered approach to fight the Ebola outbreak , Africa’s top public health agency said Thursday, as the virus continues to…
- Ebola outbreak expanded to 60 health zones, causing 6,250 cases and 3,039 deaths
- Limited community-based surveillance systems hinder response efforts
- Village-centered approach implemented, but rebel conflict complicates trust-building
Xbox Cloud Gaming is about to become a lot more appealing to casual gamers with a new pay-as-you-go option
Microsoft is opening Xbox Cloud Gaming to non-subscribers, letting players buy blocks of cloud playtime and stream eligible games without a Game Pass subscription.
OpenAI is rolling out Astra to cybersecurity partners first
The model is the first OpenAI has rated "Critical" under its Preparedness Framework, reflecting its ability to find and exploit novel security vulnerabilities
Noteworthy Thursday Option Activity: BAC, AI, OKLO
Among the underlying components of the Russell 3000 index, we saw noteworthy options trading volume today in Bank of America Corp (Symbol: BAC), where a total of 223,147 contracts have traded so far…
FDA clears blood test for Alzheimer disease
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has cleared the PrecivityAD2 test for adults 40 and older presenting with signs or symptoms of cognitive impairment and undergoing evaluation for Alzheimer's…
Newly discovered 1666 manuscript may trace four-lens telescope experiments to Galileo
A potentially history-altering finding by a University of Limerick researcher may provide the most detailed technical analysis of a telescope demonstrably made by the famous astronomer and scientist…
Skull bone marrow inflammation marker rises with chronic pain severity
Chronic pain affects almost one-quarter of U.S. adults. Yet, for most people, current treatment approaches provide only limited relief.
Breast cancer survivor opens up about infertility stigma and abandonment
Breast cancer survivor and fashion designer Miriam Ablah Anani has opened up about her battle with cancer, financial hardship, spousal abandonment, and the social stigma surrounding infertility. Through her story, she is urging women to seek early medical intervention and maintain hope through life’s toughest trials.
Even if you pay top dollar for Game Pass, Xbox will limit cloud gaming to 15 hours
Starting in November, Microsoft will limit the Xbox Cloud gaming play time to just 5 hours for Xbox Game Pass subscribers on the cheapest tier, while the Ultimate plan gets limited to merely 15 hours per month.
PSX Partners with UK’s MOBILIST Program to Boost Sustainable Investment
The Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) has partnered with the United Kingdom’s MOBILIST program to attract more private investment into Pakistan’s … Read More The post PSX Partners with UK’s MOBILIST…
Immune Cells Driving Alzheimer’s-Like Neurodegeneration Traced to Lymph Nodes
A study in mice traces immune cells that drive neurodegeneration to the body’s lymph nodes, suggesting that processes outside the brain contribute to the damage seen in various tauopathies.
Netherlands says nine West Nile cases detected
Dutch health authorities said Thursday that nine cases of mosquito-transmitted West Nile virus had been registered in recent weeks after the agency had already reported one death from the disease.
Key tree species boost Amazon forest restoration, new study shows
Regrowing Amazon forests face a quiet collapse if fast pioneer trees die without stronger successors.
Hiking canyons can quickly turn deadly when storms hit – what you should know before going in
After the deadly Grand Canyon flood, a geologist and avid hiker explains what nature lovers need to prepare and watch for to stay safe.
Science: Baby scent and urinal - Award for curious research
Science with a twinkle in its eye: In Zurich, curious studies on baby scent, mosquito trumpets and urinals are being awarded.
Station Crew Works Earth, Human Research and Preps for Cargo Missions
The Expedition 75 crew spent Thursday cleaning up after a spacewalk, servicing advanced Earth imagery, and studying how to protect the human body in microgravity. The International Space Station is also gearing up for a cargo mission swap next week to replenish the seven orbital residents.
Scientists studying cockroach milk and nose-blowing win Ig Nobel prizes for quirky science
Ten research teams were honored Thursday at a satirical science awards ceremony that was hosted outside the U.S. for the first time due to travel concerns. Researchers who studied milk from…
Psilocybin Prevents Chemotherapy-Related Peripheral Neuropathy in Mice
A study found that psilocybin given before chemotherapy prevented the onset of nerve injury in mouse models, even after repeated treatment cycles, and also protected tumor-bearing mice from…
- Psilocybin prevents chemotherapy-related peripheral neuropathy in mice
- Serotonin 2A receptors play neuroprotective role in mice model
- Study suggests psilocybin as potential first-in-class CIPN prevention
A new study explains why stress makes us both cooperative and defensive
A recent study shows that acute stress doesn't just trigger "fight-or-flight" or "tend-and-befriend" instincts. Instead, stressed people adapt their behavior, cooperating with potential allies while…