Carrim’s workers to appear in court on fraud charges
Zakes Ibrahim and Musa Phiri are facing charges of attempted theft of motor vehicles and fraud.
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HSBC arranges EVNNPC s debut 105 million green loan
HSBC Vietnam on October 27 announced it has successfully arranged Northern Power Corporation s debut offshore 105 million syndicated green term loan facility
Nigeria’s Index Ebola Patient, husband evacuated to Switzerland –Pate
Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Muhammad Ali Pate, on Monday confirmed that the first imported Ebola virus disease case in the country has been flown out of the country to…
OPINION: Re-election campaign by scare-mongering
LAST weekend, precisely on Saturday, October 24, Nigeria’s president, Alhaji Bola Ahmed Tinubu, launched his campaign for re-election… The post OPINION: Re-election campaign by scare-mongering…
1 in 4 paints tested in Malaysia exceed safe lead limit, study finds
A study released by the Lead Exposure Elimination Project says the highest reading was 1,100 times the safe limit of 90 parts per million.
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KRA Sets Market and Prescribed Interest Rates at 9% for Fourth Quarter
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has set the market interest rate and prescribed rate of interest at 9% for the fourth quarter of 2026.
Inability to transmit 2023 Presidential election results eroded trust in INEC -Ex-REC Igini
A former resident electoral commissioner, Mike Igini, on Sunday said that the inability of INEC to transmit the results of the 2023 presidential election eroded trust in INEC and is responsible for…
Qatar Foundation’s ABP and WCM-Q to host forum on preparing students for higher education
<p>Doha: The Academic Bridge Programme, part of Qatar Foundation’s Pre-University Education, in collaboration with Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, a Qatar Foundation partner university, is to host…
EACC Recovers 2.7-Acre School Playground in Kikuyu After Court Ruling
The court declared the allocation and registration of the land in the Women’s Guild’s name null and void, ruling that the property was held in trust for the three public schools.
Qatar, UAE strengthen cooperation in air navigation services
<p>Doha: The State of Qatar and the United Arab Emirates have signed a cooperation agreement between their respective air navigation service providers. </p> <p>The signing took place in the…
CBN, Chinese firms explore solutions to cross-border payment hurdles
The Central Bank of Nigeria has begun consultations with Nigerian and Chinese businesses to address cross-border payment challenges, strengthen banking relationships and improve financial flows…
2027 Elections: PDP pledges to tackle insecurity, unemployment, poverty in Niger –Dan’azumi
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP)’s Deputy Governorship Candidate in Niger State, Dahiru Dan’azumi, has pledged that the party will tackle insecurity, unemployment and poverty if elected in the 2027…
Australia Vietnam event highlights women s role in agriculture
Unlocking women s full potential requires creating opportunities for them to participate meaningfully in decision making cooperative governance and the development of agricultural value chains
Govt invites Qatari investors to SEZs, Retaj eyes hospitality ventures in Pakistan
Pakistan invited Qatari investors to its Special Economic Zones (SEZs) and discussed boosting trade, food security and investment during Commerce Minister Jam Kamal Khan’s meetings in Doha on the…
Unbeaten Pakistan look to maintain winning run against Sri Lanka
LAHORE: Sri Lankan pacer Eshan Malinga bowls during a net practice session at the Gaddafi Stadium on Monday.—Courtesy PCB LAHORE: Buoyed by Shadab Khan’s extraordinary rescue act against England, unbeaten Pakistan will look to maintain their winning momentum when they face Sri Lanka in the fifth match of the One-day International…
China, Hong Kong stocks edge lower as tech shares extend slide
HONG KONG: China and Hong Kong stocks inched lower on Tuesday, giving up opening gains as tech shares resumed their decline, while faster industrial profits growth failed to lift sediment. By the midday break, the Shanghai Composite index was down 0.1% at 3,692.58 points. The blue-chip CSI300 index was also down 0.1%.
Ballon d’Or 2026 final power ranking [Top 30]
France Football have unveiled the 30-man rankings for the 2026 Ballon d’ Or award on Monday night in London. Bayern Munich striker Harry Kane was ranked first in the 2026 Ballon d'Or power rankings.
Google Docs finally fixes a frustrating problem with Markdown files
Google Docs and Markdown stopped giving each other the cold shoulder.
Australia, NZ dollars brace for volatility as rate risk looms
SYDNEY: The Australian and New Zealand dollars flatlined on Tuesday as investors braced for major event risks in both countries that will set the outlook for interest rates in coming months.
Billionaire Jayesh Saini gets approval to acquire Africa Business Corp
NAIROBI, Kenya, Oct 27 – Businessman Jayesh Umesh Saini, whose business interests include Bliss Healthcare, has received approval from the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) to take sole control of…
Pakistan Seeks US Funding for Refinery Upgrade Projects
Pakistan is looking to attract US financial institutions to its oil refinery modernization program, as Islamabad seeks to expand energy … Read More The post Pakistan Seeks US Funding for Refinery…
Japan’s Katayama says government is prepared to take decisive steps in FX market
Japanese Finance Minister (FM) Satsuki Katayama said on Tuesday that the government is prepared to take decisive steps in the foreign exchange market.
Red Wings’ Postava impresses in first NHL start and 4-3 win over Oilers
- Michal Postava, 24, impresses in first NHL start with 25 saves
- Red Wings win 4-3 over Oilers, Postava adds 3 more saves in shootout
- Postava joins Petr Mrazek and Jimmy Howard as only 3 Red Wings goalies to win debut
Owner of missing dog devastated by AI photo scam
Westyn Ruyter offered a $10,000 reward when his Irish wolfhound went missing, but instead of getting his dog back he received a second bitter blow.
Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane becomes 5th English player to win award in history
Bayern Munich striker, Harry Kane has become the fifth Englishman to win the Ballon d'Or in history. Kane achieved this feat on Monday night after winning the 2026 Ballon d'Or ahead of Real Madrid's…
HSBC’s quarterly profit jumps but shares slide after flat revenue for wealth business
It announced an interim dividend of US$0.1 per share
Indian Rupee weakens as higher oil prices keep elevating US Dollar’s demand
The Indian Rupee (INR) weakens again versus the US Dollar (USD) as demand for US Dollars remains significant due to elevated oil prices. In the opening trade on Tuesday, the USD/INR pair is slightly up to near 95.22.
Ballon d'Or 2026: Harry Kane makes history after beating Mbappé, Yamal to win award
England captain, Harry Kane on Monday night in London made history after beating Real Madrid's Kylian Mbappé and Barcelona's Lamine Yamal to win the Ballon d'Or.
Applied Materials To Increase Stake In BE Semiconductor Industries To About 20%
(RTTNews) - Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT), a provider of equipment, services, and software solutions to the semiconductor industry, Monday announced that it is increasing its investment in BE…
Jon Stewart Is Thrown When Journalist Starts Interview With Jared Kushner’s Denial: ‘Am I in Trouble Now?’
"What the f--k? What are you doing?" the comedian adds The post Jon Stewart Is Thrown When Journalist Starts Interview With Jared Kushner’s Denial: ‘Am I in Trouble Now?’ appeared first on TheWrap .
Elvis rightsholders sue Anthropic for stealing songs and leaving them in Heartbreak Hotel
They want a little less chatbot conversation, and a whole lot more royalty action
TCS, Infosys, other IT stocks drop up to 3% as Anthropic IPO sparks rally in global AI stocks
Indian IT stocks fell amid reports that Anthropic, the maker of Claude, is preparing for an IPO that could value it at around $1.5 trillion. While the listing would open up investment opportunities in a leading AI developer, rising infrastructure costs, mounting losses and concerns over growth sustainability remain key risks.
Vietnam India forum promotes tech cooperation in AI semiconductors
The Vietnam India Future Technology Forum has been held in Ho Chi Minh City to promote cooperation in technology research application and commercialisation particularly in AI semiconductors digital…
Is your Reg 28 fund pulling its weight?
A look at whether Pick n Pay’s turnaround is gaining traction or relying on Boxer’s performance, and the growing risks to equities as bonds and stocks diverge.
Magchain is born, startup for the quality certification of aircraft components
The new company is controlled by the Magnaghi group and aims to provide certainty and streamline the management of documentation for individual products.
NYT Pips hints, answers for October 27, 2026
The New York Times' latest game, Pips, brings domino fun to your desktop. How to play Pips as well as hints in case you get stuck.
Store Memory: D2C In The Age Of Experiential Retail
Remember the charm of walking into a Crossword store, picking up a book and spending hours reading it without anyone…
Country diary: Our tiny island is awash with waxcaps | Tim Earl
Calf of Man, Isle of Man: Such is the wealth of Manx fungi, a map is being built to plot it all. We took a special trip as part of that project The bird observatory on the Calf of Man was sulking…
Beyond Hype: Scarcity Shoppers Can Believe In
Brands are finding success with products that are scarce because of real constraints, such as the materials and craftsmanship involved, as consumers tire of chasing limited drops engineered to sell…
Rapidus partners with Indian tech giant on chip development
The two companies have jointly established two development centers in India, which began fully operating Monday.
Anthropic’s record US$2 trillion stock market listing highlights the growing risks for all of us
This is the first time a company has come to market warning of “catastrophic or existential risks to humanity”.
‘Cancer survivors, caregivers deserve strong support systems’
Healthcare professionals, cancer survivors, caregivers, policymakers and other advocates have called for stronger policies and support systems to improve the quality of life of people living beyond a…
- Cancer survivors and caregivers need improved support systems
- Meeting in Abuja highlighted physical, emotional, social, financial challenges
- Survivorship should be integral to comprehensive cancer care
IDB chief economist stresses 'stabilization' efforts to address AI cycle
SEOUL, Oct. 27 (Yonhap) -- The chief economist of the Inter-American Development...
T-Mobile’s new T-Mix plans are getting roasted by customers
"A plan created by AI that requires AI to understand," T-Mobile's new T-Mix plans are getting picked apart on Reddit.
Scammers target major holiday parks across Australia in cybersecurity breach
Australian travellers are being warned their personal information may have been exposed following a cybersecurity breach involving an accommodation software company.
Everyday Classics
Classical music has an emotionally stabilizing effect that is distinct from pop music. However, for many of us, including myself, it can seem like the music is something reserved for special occasions…
Dementia accounts for over 10% of deaths in Australia
Dementia remained the country's leading cause of death in 2025, claiming 19,019 lives, ahead of ischaemic heart disease.
Morning Briefing: These are the key figures for the Anthropic IPO
The AI pioneer is aiming for the stock exchange - with gigantic visions, but also signs that its business model is bearing fruit. One number in particular should make you skeptical.
Dead Man’s Bones Unveil First New Song in 17 Years
The duo of Ryan Gosling and Zach Shields return with “Lost in the Night”
- Dead Man's Bones release first new song in 17 years, "Lost in the Night"
- Track and video created with longtime collaborator Tim Anderson
- Music video features young actors Noah Jupe and Rain Spencer
Would you pay to have the ‘best baby’? Liberal eugenics and the troubling quest for human perfection
For decades the idea of eugenics has been taboo. Now it is returning in a new commercial guise For a very long time, I dreamed of being cured. I was born in 1981.
Perimenopause is everywhere. How do you know if you’re in it? – podcast
Perimenopause has become a hot topic, with celebrities sharing their experiences and doctors offering tips and advice online.
How community-based weather data is bolstering this Wayanad panchayat’s demand for drought-hit status
Monitoring network helps Thirunelly panchayat to track hyperlocal variability in rainfall patterns and plan timely interventions.
APOD: 2026 October 27 – Noctilucent Clouds over Sweden
The post APOD: 2026 October 27 – Noctilucent Clouds over Sweden appeared first on NASA Science .
Ebola: How much have Nigerian states allocated to emergency preparedness?
Some states made substantial provisions for health emergencies, while others allocated smaller sums to specific disease-control activities. The post Ebola: How much have Nigerian states allocated to emergency preparedness? appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria .
Chinese scientists create powerful catalyst to turn air on Mars into rocket fuel
Chinese space scientists are working out how future astronauts on Mars could make their own fuel out of thin air, a sign that Beijing is serious about one day sending people to the red planet. A team at the state-funded Deep Space Exploration Laboratory in Hefei has developed a catalyst that turns carbon dioxide – which makes up more than…
A-81 Reaches South Georgia
The Antarctic iceberg made a relatively quick exit from the Weddell Sea, only to slow at the edge of a remote island’s underwater shelf.
Thai King’s son says he is afraid as second brain surgery goes ahead in Malaysia
Dr Chakriwat “Than Aong” Vivacharawongse, a son of Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn, is due to undergo brain surgery in Malaysia today.
Exploring the potential of immunotherapy in early-stage triple-negative breast cancer
Triple-negative breast cancers, which are more frequently diagnosed in younger women, are a subtype of breast tumor characterized by the absence of hormone receptors and HER2 overexpression.