TikTok Says It Added $81 Billion. 76% Of Firms On TikTok Depend On It
TikTok says it contributed $81 billion to the U.S. economy in 2025, but the more revealing figure may be how many businesses say they depend on it.
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Leading Polish business owners invest in small nuclear reactor venture
The company of Poland's richest man raised 500 million zloty as it seeks to develop a fleet of BWRX-300 reactors in Poland and beyond.
Hero flydubai pilot Capt. Smit Machchhar airlifted to UAE; Indian Ambassador visits him
Dubai/ Abu Dhabi: Captain Smit Machchhar, the flydubai pilot hailed as a hero for helping save 174 lives during a cockpit attack on Wednesday, has been airlifted to the UAE from Saudi Arabia, where he…
Mexico and My Money: What to know about working with Mexican builders and contractors
Working with Mexican builders and tradespeople requires an understanding of different cultural expectations. Here are some useful lessons from the latest article in our Mexico and My Money series. The post Mexico and My Money: What to know about working with Mexican builders and contractors appeared first on Mexico News Daily
The plan to build virtual data centres in space just got $8 million backing
Its longer-term plan is to connect computing resources across different satellites and turn them into what it calls virtual AI data centres.
Nvidia Just Gave Investors 150 Billion Reasons to Buy the Stock
It's not too late to invest in this high-flying company.
Chameleon embryos reveal early developmental feature once thought unique to mammals
Before most women know they're pregnant, an embryo has already begun organizing itself into the structures that will shape a developing body.
How to throw a kids’ birthday party without breaking the bank
Marjorie LePoidevin knew that her costume-loving son wanted a themed birthday party. But she was stumped on how to do it affordably, as the mother of two envisioned a living room awash in overpriced…
The Red Sox Made The Post-Season But Were Sent Home Before October
The Boston Red Sox turned their season around with a 32-5 run and made it to the playoffs, but were bounced by the Yankees before they could make it to October.
Higher repo rate adds to pressure on South African households ahead of festive season
With consumer debt, fuel costs and household expenses rising, financial experts warn that the latest repo rate increase could further weaken disposable income and increase financial distress.
Inside our months-long investigation into Kevin O’Leary’s Utah data center debacle
Today I’m talking with Josh Dzieza, a longtime features writer here at The Verge, about Kevin O’Leary’s plans to build a massive data center in Utah.
Kylie Minogue’s ‘Fever’ at 25: Songs Ranked Worst to Best
A look at the 2001 electro-pop album that cemented the Aussie’s remarkable Y2K renaissance.
The IKEA x Xbox gaming furniture collab is actually genius — take a look at the full range
The YXSTABY collection is playful but practical — and it's finally available to buy.
Photon held a funeral for mobile apps. Now it has $4.5M to help replace them with agents
The startup helps developers build AI agents that work over iMessage, SMS/RCS, email, and other messaging platforms. It's a bet that consumers will increasingly use agents instead of downloading apps.
DeepSeek and Huawei release open-source Ascend AI programming tools to reduce reliance on Nvidia ecosystem
DeepSeek and Huawei have released open-source programming tools for Ascend 950 AI chips, including compute and communication libraries, aimed at making Huawei hardware easier to program and optimize.
Placenta wrap hastens erection recovery after prostate surgery
Dried amniotic membranes from donated placentas can be wrapped around delicate nerves during prostate cancer surgery to hasten the time to a first erection after the procedure
U.S. Threatens Diesel Export Ban Unless Europe Releases Stockpiles
The U.S. Administration has urged Germany and France, Europe’s largest economies that hold a sizeable chunk of the EU’s emergency reserves, to release diesel from emergency stockpiles or face a…
- U.S. urges Germany and France to release diesel stockpiles
- Diesel prices surge to record highs globally
- U.S. explores pressure tactics to address supply crunch
How AI is replacing English as the world’s second language
For decades, we told people that if they wanted to succeed in a global economy, they needed to speak English. You could be an engineer in Seoul, an entrepreneur in Abu Dhabi, a civil servant in…
Saudi banks’ investments in treasury bonds surge 6% to SR676 billion in August
RIYADH — Investments of Saudi banks in treasury bonds jumped to SR676 billion by the end of August 2026, marking a 6 percent increase from the previous month.
Broadcom To Lend Anthropic $42 Billion To Manage Surging Cost and Fund Next-Gen AI Chips
The recent Anthropic IPO prospectus leak gave us the clearest insight into how expensive building a super-intelligent AI actually is.
Accenture shares surge as consulting giant shrugs off worst of AI fears
Shares in consulting giant Accenture surged on Thursday after the firm topped its own revenue targets and shrugged off the worst fears of an AI-induced slowdown.
Afoko is Bawumia’s clean-break man for 2028 – Political Science Lecturer
Political Scientist Dr Kwasi Amakye-Boateng has dismissed concerns that Mahamudu Bawumia and Awentami Paul Afoko, both from northern Ghana, should be excluded from leadership roles in the NPP because…
Seeds Fincap Raises ₹100 Cr To Scale Lending Tech Capabilities
Delhi NCR-based NBFC Seeds Fincap raised more than ₹100 Cr ($10.4 Mn) in a Series B funding round led by…
Jet São Paulo Concert 2027: First Brazil Show at Audio on 18 April
The Jet São Paulo concert on 18 April 2027 at Audio is the Australian band's first show in Brazil, with general ticket sales opening on 10 October.
- Jet to perform first Brazil show at Audio concert hall in São Paulo on 18 April 2027
- Doors open at 7 p.m. São Paulo time, band takes stage at 9 p.m.
- Ticket sales begin 10 October 2026 via Ticket360
Manchester City’s Financial Breaches Cast Fresh Doubt Over Historic Success
Former Man City players pose with the EFL Cup Outside Manchester City’s Etihad Stadium stands a silver statue of Sergio Aguero, celebrating his iconic goal that secured the club’s Read More...
- Manchester City faces financial irregularities probe from Premier League.
- Club's historic achievements questioned due to 2009-2018 breaches.
- Aguero, Silva, Toure, Kompany's roles in legacy now scrutinized.
Afoko is the ideal candidate to rebuild NPP – Political Scientist
A Senior Lecturer at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Dr. Kwasi Amakye-Boateng has backed former National Chairman of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), Awentami Paul Afoko, in the party’s chairmanship race, arguing that the party needs a leader capable of bringing back disgruntled and former members.
US-Iran war: Trump says 'make a deal' or face more attacks — what UAE residents need to know tonight, October 1, 2026
US President Donald Trump says the seven-month war with Iran will end “very soon, one way or the other”, presenting Tehran with a stark choice between reaching an agreement and facing further US military action.
Saudi coffee: A cup of hospitality, heritage and identity
RIYADH — As the world marks International Coffee Day on Oct. 1, Saudi Arabia’s relationship with coffee tells a story that goes far beyond the drink itself.
Study warns child trafficking is rising in Kenya
Child trafficking is increasing in Kenya despite existing laws and programmes aimed at protecting children from exploitation, with poverty, family instability, displacement and online grooming…
Hilary Duff São Paulo 2027: Brazil Concert at Espaço Unimed on 13 August
Hilary Duff São Paulo concert: Friday 13 August 2027 at Espaço Unimed, tickets from R$295 (about US$57) on Ticketmaster Brasil.
- Hilary Duff to perform in São Paulo on August 13, 2027
- Concert at Espaço Unimed, Barra Funda district
- Tickets range from R$295 to R$940
North and South Korea trade accusations over landmines that injured three soldiers
A mine blast that injured three South Korean soldiers has renewed scrutiny of North Korea's actions along the border and raised questions about its strategic goals.
- North Korea accuses South Korea of placing landmines on its side of the DMZ.
- Three South Korean soldiers injured in landmine incident near the DMZ.
- South Korea demands apology and an end to border fortification activities.
2027: Obi vows not to spend vacation abroad if elected
Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has vowed not to spend his holidays outside Nigeria if elected President in 2027.
FG plans support for Aba textile cluster, agriculture
The Federal Government is exploring ways to support businesses in Abia State, particularly the textile and garment cluster in Aba and the agricultural sect Read More…
GROUNDUP: Airbnb bylaw doesn’t do enough to address Cape Town’s housing crisis
Only primary residences should be allowed on Airbnb.
GROUNDUP: SRD grant is not keeping people out of work, evidence shows
New research challenges the idea that South Africa’s SRD grant discourages people from seeking work. The evidence suggests cash support can help people look for jobs, but lasting employment still…
Exclusive: Homeward Raises $120M To Help Homeowners Buy And Sell More Quickly As Housing Market Stalls
Homeward, a startup that helps homeowners buy before selling their existing homes or get cash offers for their properties, has raised a $120 million Series D round, Crunchbase News reports…
How long did it take for countries to claim a Nobel laureate?
Deciding where a prize winner is from can be tricky, but Hamish Johnston tries his best The post How long did it take for countries to claim a Nobel laureate? appeared first on Physics World .
Crew-13 Research Advances Health, Food, and Deep‑Space Science
For over 25 years, people have continuously lived and worked aboard the International Space Station, advancing scientific knowledge and demonstrating new technologies that help prepare for human exploration of the Moon and Mars.
Nursing Reform: Why You Shouldn't Postpone Your Nursing Grade Application
Do you foresee needing care in the foreseeable future? Or does your current care level seem too low to you? Then you should take action now. The care reform provides for higher hurdles from 2027.
New President Vows to Maintain Listing of Embattled Nidec
Kyoto, Oct. 1 (Jiji Press)--Michio Kaida, new president of scandal-hit major Japanese motor manufacturer Nidec Corp., pledged Thursday to maintain the company's listing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
Kylie Jenner, Selena Gomez, and Hailey Bieber’s brands dominate beauty’s creator economy. Fame is only part of the reason
Celebrity-founded companies claimed half of the top 10 spots in a new ranking of beauty brands by creator marketing performance. But a string of shutdowns shows star power alone doesn't build a lasting business.
If an AI agent is attesting your controls, who’s attesting the agent?
As AI transforms security, organizations must replace static compliance theatre with continuous, explainable, human-supervised trust.
Saudi stock market index closes lower at 10,392 points
The Saudi main stock index ended Wednesday down 48 points, with trading value reaching 4.6 billion riyals.
Jubilee Life Insurance and Unikrew Solutions Partner to Enable MBVS-Compliant Digital Insurance Onboarding
Jubilee Life Insurance, Pakistan’s largest private sector insurer, has partnered with Unikrew Solutions to implement a Multi-Biometric Verification System (MBVS)-compliant … Read More The post Jubilee…
Apple's All-New Home Hub Rumored to Launch in These Four Colors
Apple reportedly plans to unveil its long-rumored smart home hub on Tuesday, October 13 , and a proven leaker known as "pdfu" has revealed that the device may be available in up to four finishes…
Apple Smart-Home Hub Reportedly Set for Oct. 13 Launch With New HomePod Mini
Apple reportedly plans to launch a Siri-powered smart-home hub on Oct. 13 alongside refreshed HomePod mini and Apple TV models. The post Apple Smart-Home Hub Reportedly Set for Oct.
Whispers to the machine: The secrets 1,200 Kenyans only tell their screen
What do 1,200 Kenyans tell a chatbot that they won’t tell another human being? Many people think generative AI was built to draft emails and automate spreadsheets.
Maingear’s new program offers instant trade-ins for gaming PC buyers
American custom and prebuilt computer seller Maingear has launched a new instant trade-in scheme through SELLIT9.
This arse cushion is the biggest upgrade I've made to my gaming setup in 2026, which says a lot about where we're at right now
In short, I've been sitting on it.
New “plant armor” more than triples strawberry yields
A new protective fabric boosted strawberry yields by as much as 3.56 times while blocking insects and still allowing sunlight, rain, and airflow to reach the plants.
Childhood fitness linked to lower risk of adult depression
Fitter kids are less likely to develop depression as adults, according to research led by the University of Tasmania's Menzies Institute for Medical Research in collaboration with Adelaide University.
Crohn’s and Colitis Canada Invests $1.5 Million to Advance IBD Research and Future Care
Four Canadian research teams will investigate new approaches to understanding, treating and preventing Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis TORONTO, Oct.
Meet the Crew of NASA’s SpaceX Crew-13
This will be the second flight to the space station for Jessica Watkins, who was selected as a NASA astronaut in 2017. Watkins grew up in Lafayette, Colorado, and earned an undergraduate degree in…
The cost of AI performance is falling so fast it could reshape the entire software market
Epoch's report looks at the cost of running models that meet a set performance level on difficult benchmarks. The analysis does not measure the average price of every AI product or task.
California bans employers from using AI alone to fire workers
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed SB 947, the first law in the U.S. requiring human oversight of automated firing and discipline decisions
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a plan to lower Medicare drug prices, a Lilly obesity drug, and more
A final Medicare rule aimed at lowering prices for doctor-administered drugs applies to only four companies and saves 96% less than the initial proposal
From ‘community-based’ to ‘community-led conservation’ in Kenya: Interview with Dickson Kaelo
NEW YORK — Long before Dickson Kaelo became one of the leading voices for community conservancies in Kenya, conservation was something much more personal. He grew up with livestock.
Young Australians are the only age group whose thinking scores are falling
Something is happening to 15- to 24-year-olds.
New approach to diabetes education could strengthen health care workforce
A multidisciplinary, co-designed education program is helping equip allied health professionals with the skills to support Australians living with diabetes—a complex condition that requires ongoing…
Cheese recalled nationwide after 8 people hospitalized from E. coli outbreak: Full list of products to avoid
A series of raw milk cheeses have been recalled due to potential E. coli contamination after 13 people were sickened, including eight who required hospitalization.
MED EL introduces first fully internal subcutaneous cochlear implant system
Medical device manufacturer MED EL commercialised a fully internal cochlear implant embedding all audio processing hardware beneath the skin to enable uninterrupted hearing
American Healthcare Must Reward Faster Answers | Opinion
A patient does not wake up hoping for six appointments, three billing departments and a test weeks later. They want an answer.
- American healthcare focuses on monetizing journey over swift answers.
- $5.3 trillion spent on healthcare in 2024, with high hospital and physician costs.
- Incentive structure favors complex diagnoses over quick, accurate patient outcomes.