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The African Union Commission (AUC) Chairperson, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, formally received the letters of credence from H.E. Ambassador Nasir Aminu, Nigeria’s Permanent Representative to the AUC, mark…
Apr 22, 2026
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Bitcoin climbed above $76,000 on Monday after a major security breach at the DeFi platform KelpDAO led to a $14 billion outflow from decentralized finance protocols. The incident, which occurred in…
Apr 22, 2026
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The NBA playoffs have sparked a surge in sports betting activity in Singapore following the highly anticipated Celtics vs 76ers Game 2 on April 21. The matchup, which drew over 1.2 million bets on …
Apr 22, 2026
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Maria Corina Machado, a leading figure in Venezuela’s opposition, arrived in Lisbon today for a series of high-profile meetings with European officials. The visit, which took place on 15 October 20…
Apr 22, 2026
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India’s Ministry of Labour and Employment has unveiled new leave regulations, granting workers an additional 10 days of annual leave, a move that could reshape employment practices across the count…
Apr 22, 2026
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San Diego residents are bracing for a shift in weather patterns this week, with mild conditions giving way to a higher chance of rain. The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a forecast predi…
Apr 22, 2026
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South Korea's Kospi index surged to a record high on Tuesday, driven by optimism over potential Middle East peace talks and a resilient domestic economy. The benchmark rose 2.1% to 3,450.32, markin…
Apr 22, 2026
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Singapore-based traders are flocking to Kalshi as the platform rolls out a $10 bonus for users who trade $10 on the Celtics vs 76ers matchup, sparking interest in the NBA playoff series. The promot…
Apr 22, 2026
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Thando, a South African digital platform that uses augmented reality to spark creativity in children, has captured the attention of Singaporean investors after securing a $5 million funding round. …
Apr 22, 2026
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Amnesty International released a stark report on Tuesday warning of a "predatory world order" as global human rights protections face unprecedented erosion. The report, published ahead of the UN Hu…
Apr 22, 2026
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Drew Bledsoe and Danny Kanell joined Keiana Martin on a live show to dissect the NFL prospects of Garrett Nussmeier, with Bledsoe expressing concerns over the quarterback's readiness for the profes…
Apr 22, 2026
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Diogo, a former cast member of Portugal’s popular reality show "Big Brother," left the TVI studios on Monday, sparking speculation about the future of the program and its impact on the media and en…
Apr 22, 2026
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