Global Food Prices Approach Four-Year High, UN Says
Global food prices rose in September and approached a four-year high amid shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz and the Black Sea, the UN said Friday.
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The unusual shape of this compact camera may be the least strange part. A binocular brand just built a screen-free compact camera – and it houses several features others don’t
The Portal AFN7 is a screen-free, splash-proof camera that works with binoculars for added zoom – and it uses Kodak-inspired presets
Ex-German Chancellor Schröder Joins Board of German Chain in Russia
It comes as Western retailers face the risk of state asset seizures, which Putin defended as a response to the EU freezing its state funds.
Sri Lankan shares close lower
Sri Lankan shares closed lower on Friday, and slipped for the week. The CSE All Share index settled down 0.33% at 20,812.64, and fell 1.07% over the week.
Treasury Sec. Bessent, IRS crack down on ETF strategy the wealthy are using to avoid capital gains taxes
The IRS and Treasury issued a warning this week on an ETF strategy wealthy investors have been using to shield capital gains income from taxes.
KKR, Blackstone Are Among Suitors for Windshield Repairer Cary
KKR & Co., Blackstone Inc. and Warburg Pincus are considering bids for windshield-repair company Cary, according to people familiar with the matter.
Punjab Opens Registration for Online Auction of Premium Number Plates
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How to watch Pakistan vs. India in the Asian Games final online for free
How to watch Asian Games final for free. Live stream Pakistan vs. India in the 2026 Asian Games cricket final for free from anywhere in the world.
‘Cameron Winter at Carnegie Hall’ Review: Geese Frontman Takes Us to Church in Spellbinding Musical Odyssey
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Highly rated Bose SoundLink Plus speaker falls to $179 in Amazon deal
Save 33% on the Bose SoundLink Plus at Amazon. This rugged portable speaker packs 20-hour battery life and USB-C charging.
TMPC shuts down three Chinese-owned massage spas in Kumasi
The Traditional Medicine Practice Council (TMPC) has shut down three massage spas operated by Chinese nationals in the Ashanti Region for operating without the required licences and documentation.
Yuzvendra Chahal retires from first-class cricket, keeps India white-ball hopes alive
Indian leg-spinner Yuzvendra Chahal has announced his retirement from first-class cricket, bringing an end to his red-ball career while admitting that his long-held dream of playing Test cricket will…
Pakistan to Export More Rice to Malaysia
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SEBI may keep independent director workshops voluntary
First programme, earlier planned for October, likely after Diwali as BCAS, NISM and exchanges work on framework
TCN restores 330kva line decommissioned by collapsed tower in Kebbi
The Transmission Company of Nigeria (TCN) says it has concluded restoration works on the 330kV Kainji–Birnin Kebbi Single Circuit Transmission Line, which had been out of service for about three weeks…
Energy crisis: Planned US diesel export ban meets with rejection in EU
The USA is discussing measures that are making Europe sit up and take notice, primarily due to rising diesel prices. There are clear words from the EU Commission in Brussels.
Tesla Q3 Deliveries Rise Q-o-Q
(RTTNews) - Tesla Inc. (TSLA) Friday said it delivered 486,532 vehicles in the third quarter, up from 480,126 vehicles in the second quarter but down from 497,099 vehicles a year ago.
Ontario police officer charged after woman pepper sprayed following arrest
A 33-year-old woman was arrested shortly before 2 a.m. on April 29. According to police, Const. Brandon Mihalides used pepper spray following the arrest.
'It's not her fault': Children of Iranian Nobel Prize winner Narges Mohammadi on pain of separation
The children of Nobel Prize-winning Iranian Narges Mohammadi have paid a moving tribute to their mother after she revealed in a new autobiography that she was afraid of dying without ever seeing them…
Ekiti declares Monday work-free for Teachers to mark world Teachers’ day.
The Ekiti State Government has declared Monday, October 5, 2026, a work-free day for teachers across the state to enable them participate fully in activities marking the 2026 World Teachers’ Day.
OPEC+ is pushing its oil capacity review to mid-November as the Iran war scrambles expansion plans
The group had aimed to complete assessments of members' maximum sustainable production by the end of September to set 2027 quotas
Nike is cutting jobs and projecting a high-single-digit revenue decline as China sales drop 26%
The sportswear company's Pace restructuring plan will reorganize it into 3 geographic regions and is projected to deliver $2.5 billion in savings by 2031
Anthropic warns U.S. government actions could hurt commercial customer relationships
The filing cites a February executive order barring federal agencies from using its models and a Pentagon designation as a supply-chain risk
Birdsong tells only part of a forest's story: Evolutionary trees reveal the rest
Birds calling back and forth in the morning make up one of the defining sounds of tropical forests. We're likely to assume that hearing or seeing more types of birds indicates a healthy forest.
Domestic violence research highlights overlooked links between head injuries and mental health
Domestic violence can leave a lasting injury that cannot always be seen: damage to the brain. Strangulation or choking and blows to the skull—some of the most common forms of this abuse—can cause…
Two active magma reservoirs may lie beneath Masaya volcano, near 2 million people
Masaya volcano in Nicaragua sits within 13 miles (21 kilometers) of 2 million people and is a popular tourist destination due to its lava lake.
Stimulating the striatum changes how people weigh mental effort against rewards
Choosing whether to tackle or complete a difficult task often entails weighing the rewards that we could gain from this task against the mental effort it will require.
Ukrainian Startup Osavul Raises $10 Million to Expand Threat Detection
Ukrainian-founded Osavul has raised $10 million in a funding round led by 33N Ventures. The Luxembourg-headquartered company plans to expand its threat intelligence platform to businesses and critical…
Saudi Arabia denies suicide bomber reports at Grand Mosque in Mecca
Dubai: Saudi authorities have denied reports that a suicide bomber was detained at the Grand Mosque in Mecca, saying security forces instead arrested a man accused of harassing passersby and causing…
Tesla sustains its EV sales momentum despite US troubles
The company delivered more than 486,000 EVs in the third quarter, down from last year's record but moving in a positive direction.
Tesla posts stronger-than-expected quarterly deliveries
Tesla shares rose nearly 2 per cent in pre-market trading.
- Tesla delivered 486,532 vehicles in Q3, beating analyst estimates of 456,896.
- Europe's sales rebounded, with Model Y becoming top-selling car type in August.
- Analysts predict at least 311,448 vehicles needed in Q4 to avoid third annual decline.
Police dismantle ransomware gang allegedly run by a 16-year-old
European authorities have dismantled key infrastructure belonging to an international ransomware group whose suspected main operator is just 16, Europol said.
I just tested the Ninja CrushBOSS and it offers high-end performance without the Vitamix price tag
The Ninja CrushBOSS is a force to be reckoned with, blending even the toughest ingredients in seconds, making meal prep and hosting a total breeze.
Lightspeed Commerce CEO: our study analyzed half a million AI shopping responses and revealed who gets to compete
For decades, the internet has promised to level the playing field for retailers. Is AI taking that away?
Why UK diesel prices have breached the £2 per litre mark
The average price of a litre of diesel at the pump stands at an all-time high of 200.01p, according to the RAC motoring body.
The resetting agenda: How Paul Adjei is rebuilding GETFund
From a 3,564-project backlog to new construction in all 16 regions, expanded scholarships, and new financing partnerships, Paul Adjei’s tenure at GETFund is putting execution, access, and…
KBA-Infos: VW subsidiary Skoda recalls more than one million vehicles
A few days ago it became known that a defective screw in several models from the VW Group can cause the steering to fail. Now another subsidiary is following with recalls.
Seth Meyers and John Oliver Explain Why Trump Hates Jimmy Kimmel More Than Them
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I traveled abroad for 2 weeks with only a carry-on and a personal item. Here's what worked — and what I wish I'd left behind.
While traveling abroad for two weeks, I was so glad I packed a worldwide adapter and wired headphones. There are other items I wish I'd left at home.
I tested a $299 toaster so you don’t have to — here’s what happened
The KitchenAid Pro Line toaster offers lots of bells and whistles, although it cooks a little unevenly.
Alexander Skarsgård Has All the Slick Moves, But No Shirt in Video For Rolling Stones’ ‘Mr. Charm’
The clip for the song from the band's Foreign Tongues album finds the Pillion star showing off some different kinds of sweaty maneuvers.
Drake, Victoria Monet And Quavo Lead This Week’s New Release Rollouts
The first Friday of October featured major album rollouts from Drake, Victoria Monét, and Quavo. We're breaking down each rollout.
Samsung Raises US Galaxy S26 Prices by Up to $200
Samsung has raised US prices for the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra by up to $200. See the new pricing and what buyers should compare before upgrading.
Visible will knock $5 off your phone bill for the next five years
New switchers can lock in a lower monthly rate through 2031.
Scientists Zero In on Tiny Particles to Improve Weather and Air Quality Forecasts
A new method for handling satellite aerosol observations boosts simulation accuracy, with potential benefits for weather and climate forecasting.
Volta records 146 breast cancer cases, 10 deaths in 2026
The Volta Regional Health Directorate has recorded 146 breast cancer cases and 10 deaths so far in 2026, prompting renewed calls for residents to prioritise screening and seek early treatment.
Rethinking smart cities: An open-source tool for urban data collection
A large part of urban planning involves navigating how people experience a place. That kind of insight can require collecting data at a level of detail that large-scale datasets cannot provide.
RFK Jr.'s AI claims spark physician backlash as debate over medical AI intensifies
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services, said on Tuesday that artificial intelligence can provide patients a second opinion that is "much better informed…
Teva Reports New Efficacy, Safety Data For Ecopipam In Pediatric Tourette Syndrome
(RTTNews) - Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Limited (TEVA) presented new efficacy and safety data for ecopipam, an investigational, first-in-class selective dopamine D1 receptor antagonist being…
Defensible AI: Boards must connect value, exposure and readiness
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Punjab Approves Rs. 45.13 Billion for 3 Major Health Projects
The Punjab government has approved Rs. 45.13 billion for three major health programs, with funds to be released on the … Read More The post Punjab Approves Rs.
STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about the 340B drug pilot program, an obesity drug disappointment, and more
The U.S. approved 10 drugmakers to participate in a 340B pilot program that will allow them to offer rebates, instead of upfront discounts, to certain providers
Expert warns against social media health advice, cites hidden marketing
Clinical pharmacist Huda Al-Dosari cautions the public not to follow health tips and remedies from social media, warning some content is covert marketing.
America's Aging Population Is the Real Test for Health Care AI | Opinion
AI should be judged by whether it improves care and quality of life for America's aging population, not just efficiency.
Suno debuts Speech, which generates spoken voices with optional background music using scripts or prompts, in public beta, as its music product faces lawsuits (Jess Weatherbed/The Verge)
The new Speech feature provides synthetic voiceovers embellished with AI background music.
AI agents aggressively tried to hack US and Canadian government websites
Luckily, the attempts failed.
OpenAI shows three staff the door over alleged information misuse
Two safety researchers and a program manager dismissed, company denies retaliation for raising concerns
The AI Chatbots That Tech Companies Are Aggressively Pushing to Billions of Users Appear to Be Causing Serious Psychological Harms, New Research Finds
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Most health institutions failed to address acetaminophen-autism misinformation on Instagram, audit finds
Most public health institutions failed to respond promptly to misinformation on social media that falsely claimed acetaminophen use during pregnancy is linked to autism, according to research presented during the American Academy of Pediatrics 2026 National Conference & Exhibition.
White nationalism’s appeal runs deeper than partisan politics
Nearly 1 in 7 white men under 30 in the US support white nationalism, and partisanship alone doesn’t explain who’s drawn to it.
Uganda and NGO to co-manage sector of national park home to tree-climbing lions
The Uganda Wildlife Authority (UWA) and the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) have signed a 10-year agreement to co-manage a portion of Queen Elizabeth National Park, famous for its tree-climbing lions. WCS will take over some day-to-day roles for the Ishasha Sector in the south of the park, including those covering biodiversity…
Physicists who uncovered the first particle accelerator were honored with a Nobel Prize 75 years ago – their work shaped physics, medicine and even art research
Particle accelerators aren’t just for testing the Standard Model. They’re also used to diagnose and treat disease and study world history.