NDC cancels Amenfi East constituency election
The National Democratic Congress (NDC) has called off its constituency-level elections in Amenfi East in the Western Region following challenges encountered during the party’s nationwide internal…
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Fewer US men are diagnosed with low-risk prostate cancer, and more of them now choose surveillance over treatment
An analysis of United States data reveals a broad shift away from overtreatment of low-risk prostate cancer. The analysis published in CANCER indicates a shift toward surveillance in response to…
MCAG apprehensive over non-performing loans, strategises for redress – Director
Mr Ebenezer Quartey, Executive Director of Microfinance Association Ghana has said the Association is apprehensive about the rising non-performing loans as a serious concern not only for micro-credit…
Israel's opposition in final show of force before elections as tens of thousands rally in Tel Aviv
Supporters of Israel's opposition took to the streets of Tel Aviv at the weekend in a final show of force before polls open on Tuesday, in what many observers are calling the most important elections in the country's history.
EAA, Qatar Foundation alumni join hands to equip students with practical skills
<p>Doha, Qatar: Education Above All (EAA) Foundation, a global foundation working to expand access to quality education and economic opportunities, in collaboration with the Qatar Foundation (QF) Alumni Office, has launched Skills 4 Good, a volunteer-led initiative connecting students at EAA’s Assalam Schools with QF alumni and…
Discovering Almaty: Mountain mornings, street art and market flavours
Kazakhstan’s former capital marked its birthday with music, markets and apple fairs. Beyond the celebrations, mountain breakfasts, colourful architecture and art hiding in plain sight offer reasons to…
Smartphone Prices Jump by Up to Rs. 30,000 in Pakistan
Smartphone prices have increased sharply in Karachi, with major brands raising handset prices by Rs. 15,000 to Rs. 30,000, making … Read More The post Smartphone Prices Jump by Up to Rs.
Kenya ranks fourth in Africa for internet freedom, scores 56 globally
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 26 – Kenya has been ranked fourth among African countries assessed for internet freedom and 17th globally, scoring 56 out of 100 in Freedom House’s 2026 Freedom…
Li-FT Announces First Results from Summer Drill Program at the Adina-Galinée Lithium Project, Quebec
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Li-FT Power Ltd. (“LIFT” or the “Company”) (TSXV: LIFT) (ASX: LFT) (OTCQX: LIFFF) (Frankfurt: WS0) is pleased to announce assay results…
Santa Fe hit by tornado for the first time in over 50 years; several homes damaged, families displaced
The National Weather Service in Albuquerque confirmed that an EF-1-rated tornado formed Saturday in Santa Fe, and then traveled northward for around 1.4 miles.
Borr Drilling rig sinks off Gabon, one person dead and four missing
The remaining four missing include three Gabonese nationals and one other expatriate.
Apollo Micro Systems shares rally 9% as Q2 net profit jumps 56% YoY
Apollo Micro Systems has reported an impressive rise in Q2 earnings, with net profit soaring by 56% compared to last year.
- Apollo Micro Systems shares rise 9% post Q2 earnings
- Net profit jumps 56% YoY to Rs 48.4 crore
- Revenue from operations increases 72.2% to Rs 388 crore
Billionaire Villar’s Vista Land Profit Sinks 70% on Higher Costs
Vista Land & Lifescapes Inc.’s net income sank about 70% in 2025, with the delayed disclosure offering a fresh look at the suspended developer’s finances ahead of a major debt repayment.
(LEAD) Woman in military custody over unauthorized entry into restricted front-line border area
SEOUL, Oct. 26 (Yonhap) -- South Korean authorities are questioning a woman in h...
BSE shares surge 4.6% as Motilal Oswal upgrades stock to buy, sets ₹4,000 target
The stock hit an intraday high of ₹3,379.30 on the NSE before trading at ₹3,370.50 at 12.21 pm.
Solvent extractor survey estimates 20% decline in Gujarat’s kharif groundnut crop output
SEA made three days of extensive field visits across major districts before coming out with its estimate
South African rand steady with local economic data, Fed decision in focus
JOHANNESBURG: The South African rand was steady in early trade on Monday as investors awaited a series of domestic economic data releases and the Federal Reserve’s policy decision later this week.
HDFC Bank slips further as Bagchi takes charge amid leadership uncertainty
Bagchi inherits a bank under strain on multiple fronts; broader banking sector pressure added to the headwinds
Hike or hold: SBP to announce policy rate today
The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is scheduled to meet today, i.e. Monday, in its third meeting of the fiscal year 2026-27, to review the key policy rate.
Student Movement Wins Parliamentary Elections In Serbia
In Serbia's snap parliamentary elections, victory is going to the "Student List," which, according to preliminary projections, has won nearly 53% of the vote.
How will pedestrianisation of UK’s most famous shopping street work in practice?
A stretch of London’s Oxford Street is to be vehicle-free as part of £150m government-backed scheme Much of Britain’s most famous shopping street will be closed to traffic from Monday as the…
Seniors’ program closures serve no one
It sounds like just the kind of respite struggling families dealing with seniors and their often complicated needs would cling to like a life preserver. “Our adult day program consists […]
- Winnipeg Regional Health Authority closes 30-year Lions Adult Day Program in Charleswood.
- Program costs families $5.77 plus GST every four weeks, despite high demand.
- Critics say program ran at deficit, Lions Housing Centre unwilling to extend lease.
Welcoming newcomers requires co-operation
What does it truly mean to welcome someone to Canada? Is saying that newcomers belong here enough, or should we also ensure they have a fair opportunity to create a […]
- Welcoming newcomers to Canada requires cooperation, not just words.
- Immigrants face barriers in finding housing, employment, and forming relationships.
- Governments should work with community organizations for accessible, interconnected support.
The Garmin Enduro 4 just launched, so I went hunting for deals on the Enduro 3, and it’s $110 cheaper than the new model
The Garmin Enduro 4 is a minor update on the Garmin Enduro 3, so I think it’s worth picking up the older model in the sales instead.
UBA secures Court orders against Vitol
…begins contempt proceedings against WEMPCO directors United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has secured interim preservative orders against Switzerland-based energy
Building Type E: Government introduces simple construction standard
Less stringent building requirements are intended to significantly reduce new construction costs. An draft from the construction and justice ministries is now available after months of delay.
FG releases N38.93bn to revamp 166 public tertiary institutions
The federal government has disbursed N38.93 billion to 166 public tertiary institutions under the Needs Assessment Revitalisation Fund, in a
India's voice AI challenges could shape global technology, says Murf AI co-founder
At TechSparks 2026, Sneha Roy, the co-founder and COO of Murf AI, explains how multilingual speech, smaller AI models, and cost-efficient infrastructure can make voice agents work across markets.
Australian shares slip as bank losses outweigh mining gains
Australian shares fell on Monday , with losses in financials outweighing gains in miners on stronger commodity prices, while investors focused on a key inflation print later this week for clues on the central bank’s next move. The S&P/ASX 200 index fell 0.5% to 8,753.10 as of 0037 GMT, heading for its worst session since October 14.
12 AI models were asked what they really think about humans — and almost all agreed on one uncomfortable truth
Researchers asked 12 AI models, including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini and Grok, what they really think about humans. Their answers revealed a surprising pattern.
Madrid play for La Liga, not Camp Nou wins — Mourinho
José Mourinho says Real Madrid’s focus is on winning La Liga, not just their 2-1 El Clásico victory over Barcelona at the Camp Nou. Read More: https://punchng.com/madrid-play-for-la-liga-not-camp-nou-wins-mourinho/
Margins ID’s superior technology wins Gambia over — Ousman Bah
Special Adviser to the President of The Gambia on ICT and Digital Economy, Ousman Bah has applauded Margins ID Group for advancing digital identity interoperability, citing Ghana’s system as a model for African-led digitalisation.
5 million Nigerians gain clean cooking access annually, but it’s not enough, experts say
UYO, Nigeria — Before dawn, Happiness Emmanuel is already at the fire. She crouches beside a three-legged metal stand outside her home in Uyo city, southeastern Nigeria, splashing kerosene over damp…
Punjab to Digitize Education for Children With Disabilities
Punjab plans to digitize special education to make classroom learning easier and provide better educational opportunities for children with disabilities.
QpiAI founder Nagendra Nagaraja makes the case for intelligence modelling
Silicon chips and digital language models face diminishing returns. Speaking at TechSparks 2026, Nagendra Nagaraja explained how quantum systems process the infinite data of nature to transform global…
'Let's just shove a bigger fan in there and see what happens'
Techies tiptoed around server to keep it working as company sank
I got rid of my fruit flies with this easy $5 DIY trick using 3 common household items
This clever fruit fly hack is not only simple and affordable, but after trying it out, I can vouch that it's also incredibly effective.
Lesco Begins Major Power Shutdowns Across Lahore, Nearby Districts
The Lahore Electric Supply Company (Lesco) is launching a major wave of planned power shutdowns across Lahore and adjoining districts … Read More The post Lesco Begins Major Power Shutdowns Across…
Seoul to light up Han River with 2,000-drone Marvel show on Halloween
Seoul will hold its final drone light show of the year over the Han River on Saturday with a Marvel theme. A record 2,000 drones will be used, the city government said.
Samsung aims to cut chip material development time using AI
Samsung Electronics Co. said Monday it aims to use artificial intelligence (AI) to cut the time needed to develop new semiconductor materials by three years.
Seoul Fintech Week 2026 brings AI finance and startup investment into focus
Seoul is bringing financial technology startups and global industry leaders together this week to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) could reshape personal finance while opening new paths to…
ELECTIONS 2026 | Giyani villagers forced to buy water as boreholes fail ahead of elections
Health-e News ELECTIONS 2026 | Giyani villagers forced to buy water as boreholes fail ahead of elections Residents of Makhuvha village near Giyani in Limpopo say they have been struggling to access clean water since a communal borehole stopped working in March last year, forcing families to buy water or collect it from unsafe sources.
Saiyaara star Ahaan Panday's next film Beparwah is with Sharvari, fans predict another blockbuster
Barely a year after Saiyaara turned Ahaan Pandey into one of the industry’s most talked-about young stars, Yash Raj Films on Monday gave his next project a name: Beparwah , a romantic action-drama from Ali Abbas Zafar that teams Panday with Sharvari for the first time.
The Stargazers: An Original Drama by HIT Recreates a Spiritual Group Portrait Through Artistic Beauty
Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT) HARBIN, China, Oct. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Recently, The Stargazers, a large-scale panoramic drama produced after three years of creation by Harbin Institute…
What was leaked in the Censor Board data breach? | Explained
The Hindu reported over the weekend that entire application forms to the censor board by filmmakers, including commercially sensitive distribution agreements, were lying exposed on the Internet…
Kenny MacPherson, Veteran Music Publisher and Big Deal Music Co-Founder, Dies at 71
The Scottish-born executive worked with Radiohead, My Morning Jacket and St. Vincent across stints at Warner/Chappell, Chrysalis and his own indie publisher.
Twellium wins Beverage Manufacturing Brand of the Decade Award
Twellium Industrial Company Limited has been named Ultimate Beverage Manufacturing Brand of the Decade at the sixth edition of the National Governance and Business Leadership Awards 2026, recognising the company’s manufacturing growth, product development and expanding regional presence.
How long does it take to travel through the Universe at 1g?
Here on Earth, we constantly experience Earth’s gravity: 1 g , or 9.8 m/s². This image shows a person in free-fall close to Earth’s surface. They still accelerate toward the center of the Earth at 1g, but have no normal force acting on them.
Dubai gold prices ease as traders await Fed decision
Dubai: Gold held steady after its sharpest weekly decline since June, as traders weighed persistently high energy prices ahead of the Federal Reserve’s next policy meeting.
Moonshot's Latest AI Upgrade Takes on Top-Tier US Models
“Bloomberg: The China Show” is your definitive source for news and analysis on the world's second-biggest economy. From politics and policy to tech and trends, Yvonne Man and David Ingles give global…
Unacademy Cofounders Plan ₹700 Cr AI, Deeptech Fund Longshot Capital
Unacademy cofounders Gaurav Munjal and Roman Saini are raising a ₹700 Cr venture capital fund to back AI and deeptech…
Experts call for preventive measures as dengue cases continue to rise in KP
PESHAWAR: The cases of dengue fever continued to rise in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa during October, the peak month for infection, with the provincial tally reaching 4,856 after 51 new cases were reported on…
WELLNESS: Why your efforts to improve your sleep may be keeping you awake
Sleep hygiene is one of the first things we reach for when we battle to get to bed. Yet, it is often undoing our coping with sleep loss that makes the biggest difference.
2026 October 26 – M42: The Great Nebula in Orion
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Watch the universe emerge from the dark ages, with Lumina
The new simulation tracks dark matter, galaxies, stars, and cosmic structures over the universe’s first 2 billion years, in greater detail and volume than ever before.