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Russian tensions expose faultlines in South Africa’s unity government
Cyril Ramaphosa angered the ANC’s largest coalition partner by calling Vladimir Putin a ‘valued friend’World - Financial Times - 3 days ago -
Hundreds march to mark 35 years of Pride Johannesburg in South Africa
Hundreds of people marched in South Africa to mark 35 years of Pride Johannesburg, an annual event that has been critical in advocating equal rights for the LGBTQ+ communityWorld - ABC News - 2 days ago -
Shifting alliances in the Horn of Africa: An Egypt-Eritrea-Somalia axis
Egypt, Eritrea and Somalia have formed a trilateral summit to boost cooperation and maintain territorial integrity, with the big elephant in the room being Ethiopia, as tensions over its activities ...Politics - The Hill - Yesterday -
Lassa fever suspected in death of Iowa resident who traveled to West Africa
Health officials are investigating the death of an Iowa resident as a suspected case of Lassa fever, a frightening viral disease rarely seen in AmericaHealth - ABC News - Yesterday -
Does Africa need its own credit rating agency?
A pan-continental body is not a cure-all for its debt problemsWorld - Financial Times - 15 hours ago -
Spats over Russia and Ukraine show cracks in South Africa's unity government
South Africa’s unity government has been rocked by a spat between its main political parties, the African National Congress and the Democratic Alliance, over a deal to grant visa-free access for ...World - ABC News - 15 hours ago -
England 2-1 South Africa: women’s international friendly – as it happened
England were sloppy against a pacy South Africa side but managed to hang on for the win. 3 min: Kelly tees up Park for a shot down the inside-right channel. The ball’s blocked, then clumsily put ...World - The Guardian - 9 hours ago -
Democratic voter registration raises red flags for Harris
Democrats’ voter registration advantage has dropped in three key battleground states — Pennsylvania, North Carolina and Nevada — raising a red flag for Vice President Harris as experts cite a lack ...Politics - The Hill - October 13 -
Interest rate cut hopes raised as wage growth slows
Expectations of a rate cut next month increase as pay growth slows to its lowest rate for more than two years.Top stories - BBC News - October 15 -
UK to raise bank ringfencing threshold to ‘improve competitiveness’
Wider package of reforms expected ‘as soon as parliamentary time allows’, says ministerBusiness - Financial Times - October 15 -
North Korea again raises the specter of nuclear conflict
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has issued a stark warning that his regime would not hesitate to use nuclear weapons if any adversary attempts to use force against Pyongyang. Developments in the ...Politics - The Hill - October 15 -
Adidas Raises Guidance on Better-Than-Expected Results
The German sportswear company cited better-than-expected results for the third quarter and brand momentum.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 15 -
Jackets raise Gaudreau banner on 'emotional night'
Emotions ran high in Columbus on Tuesday night, when the Blue Jackets paid tribute to Johnny Gaudreau and his late brother, Matthew, at their home opener against the Panthers.Sports - ESPN - October 15 -
Gladia raises $16M for AI transcription and analytics
Gladia, an AI transcription and audio intelligence provider, has raised $16 million in funding.Tech - VentureBeat - October 15 -
GM raises investment in lithium mine to nearly $1bn
US carmaker seeks to secure supply of metal expected to suffer shortfalls because of rising demand in switch to EVsBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
Election Day restrictions in Georgia raise red flags
Voters in the battleground state of Georgia are now facing more barriers to casting their ballot, but there are ways around them, experts warned.Top stories - ABC News - October 16 -
ABB Posts Higher Profit, Raises Margin Guidance
The Swiss industrial-technology company’s profit and revenue rose as the electrification business offset weakness in robotics, discrete automation and e-mobility.Business - The Wall Street Journal - October 17 -
Debt rule to change to fund major projects
Government claims the move contrasts with former PM Liz Truss's controversial mini-Budget.Top stories - BBC News - October 18 -
Netflix raises prices as boost from password crackdown fades
The streaming giant will charge subscribers more in some countries to fuel growth.Top stories - BBC News - October 18 -
Elon Musk's PAC giveaway raises legal concerns
Elon Musk is giving away big bucks to random voters who sign a petition from his political action committee. But there's a catch — and it's raising concerns about possible campaign finance ...Top stories - CBS News - October 21 -
Celtics raise banner 18 as franchise greats look on
It took 16 years, but the Celtics officially raised banner 18 to the TD Garden rafters Tuesday night, as franchise legends and a sellout crowd looked on.Sports - ESPN - October 22 -
A Trump victory would end ‘normal’ politics between UK and US
Keir Starmer defends Labour activists helping Kamala Harris but if former US president wins, such activity could become diplomatic liabilityBusiness - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Heathrow says resumed dividends ‘probable’ as it raises forecasts
Airport’s peak summer season boosted by passengers transiting to Paris for OlympicsBusiness - Financial Times - 6 days ago -
Harris's struggles with young men raise alarms for Democrats
Vice President Harris’s polling with young men is raising alarm bells for Democrats as the campaign works to keep cracks from forming in the party’s coalition less than two weeks out from Election ...Politics - The Hill - 4 days ago -
EU races to prepare for a Trump win
Bloc seeks to bolster aid to Ukraine, sanctions against Russia and trade policy in case Republican is re-electedBusiness - Financial Times - 4 days ago -
Bus fares to rise to £3 in England under new cap
The new limit replaces the existing £2 cap but some have criticised the decision.Top stories - BBC News - Yesterday -
Beleaguered Boeing Sells More Shares to Raise Cash
As a six-week strike drags on, the financially strained planemaker offers more shares to investors as it struggles with its turnaround.Business - Inc. - Yesterday -
Waymo Raises $5.6 Billion From Outside Investors
Alphabet’s driverless car unit now has vehicles operating in San Francisco, Phoenix and Los Angeles.Business - The New York Times - Yesterday -
US raises alarm over Georgia’s elections
The U.S. and European allies are raising alarm over Georgia’s elections, where the Russian-friendly ruling party Georgian Dream (GD) claimed victory over opposition parties that have refused to ...Politics - The Hill - 21 hours ago -
Pfizer’s earnings crush estimates as company raises guidance
Drug company Pfizer saw strong growth for its heart-disease drugs and migraine treatment.Business - MarketWatch - 16 hours ago
