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In defense of profit
By Eric Utter Fact: we’d still be stuck in the Dark Ages if it wasn't for the profit motive.
Oct 29, 2026
Nelson Mandela and ANC’s many failures, by Ochereome Nnanna
If you ask anyone, “who is the greatest African of all time?”, the name of Nelson Mandela of South Africa will likely pop up. I took this question to three Artificial…
Oct 29, 2026
Ethiopia's PM Warns Eritrea of 'Severe Consequences' Over Rebel Support
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed warned Eritrea of "severe consequences" if it continues to support rebels in Ethiopia, as fighting continues in northern Tigray state.
Oct 29, 2026Stakeholder perceptions and experiences of girl-led education promoting iron-folic acid supplementation among pregnant women in rural Ethiopia: a qualitative study
Scientific Reports - Stakeholder perceptions and experiences of girl-led education promoting iron-folic acid supplementation among pregnant women in rural Ethiopia: a qualitative study
Oct 29, 2026
Over $600 Million In Polymarket Election Trades Took Place After Races Ended
An anonymous reader quotes a report from Wired: Prediction market boosters often tout the platforms as barometers of public opinion, or even "truth machines" offering a clearer picture of where…
Oct 29, 2026
BRICS trade ministers to study invoice discounting mechanism for MSME financing
The BRICS trade ministers have decided to study the setting up an 'Invoice Discounting Mechanism' for member countries, considering the MSME finance gap
Oct 29, 2026
An isolated Netanyahu was defiant at UN as he seeks reelection at home
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faced criticism during his brief visit to New York for the U.N. General Assembly. His strained relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump was evident as…
Oct 29, 2026Aussie star Myers beats Olympic champions to win Diamond League Final
Cameron Myers shows why he is Australia's best prospect in the men's 1,500m since Herb Elliott, after defeating a star-studded field at the Diamond League Final in Brussels.
Oct 29, 2026
Three Gujaratis Kidnapped in Ethiopia; Abductor Demands ₹1 Crore Ransom
Three individuals from a Gujarati family are reportedly being held captive in Ethiopia after attempting to migrate to the US through an illegal route, with captors demanding a ₹1 crore…
Oct 29, 2026
Africa still bears 94% of world’s malaria burden, research network warns
Ghana’s malaria research and media advocacy network has renewed calls for sustained investment in disease surveillance and public health messaging, warning that gains against mosquito-borne illness remain fragile even as…
Oct 29, 2026
Multiple Legal Sub-2 Hour Marathons
There are now multiple sub-2 hour marathons. How has this happened. There are faster speeds from training, new shoes. Shorter races have shoes, clothing and track advancements. Also, multiple athletes…
Oct 29, 2026
Pittsburgh Might Just Be the Most Dynamic City in America
The collapse of the steel industry was supposed to kill the Steel City, but my hometown never rusted away. Now it’s having a major moment. On a recent trip home,…
Oct 29, 2026