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Egyptian footballer Mohamed Elneny, known as Marmoush, has been linked with a move to FC Barcelona, sparking interest among football fans and investors in Singapore. The potential transfer has rais…
Mar 31, 2026
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Muriel Furrer, the Swiss entrepreneur known for her pioneering work in sustainable fashion, has announced the launch of a new venture aimed at revolutionising the textile industry. The move has sen…
Mar 31, 2026
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BUA Foods, one of Nigeria's leading food and beverage companies, has announced a doubling of its dividend to N28 per share, following a record revenue of N1.77 trillion in the latest financial repo…
Mar 31, 2026
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Apple has officially launched the iPhone 18 Pro Max, marking a significant milestone in the smartphone industry. The new model, unveiled during a live event in Cupertino, California, features cutti…
Mar 31, 2026
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Swathi, an Instagram user based in India, has sparked a debate after claiming ₹11,000 was deducted from her salary for repeated late arrivals. The incident has raised concerns about employment stab…
Mar 31, 2026
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The United States has significantly increased its military presence in the Middle East, deploying thousands of troops as tensions escalate in the region. The move, announced by the Department of De…
Mar 31, 2026
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Singapore's financial regulators have issued a cryptic "connections hint today" statement, sending ripples through the local and regional markets. The vague directive has left investors and busines…
Mar 31, 2026
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Moltbook, a new social platform exclusively for artificial intelligence, has made waves in the tech sector, raising questions about its potential impact on markets, businesses, and investor confide…
Mar 31, 2026
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On Saturday, iconic landmarks across the world, including the Eiffel Tower in France, switched off their lights for Earth Hour, a global event aimed at raising awareness about energy consumption an…
Mar 31, 2026
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A bakery manager in South Africa was fired after posting a Bible verse on a WhatsApp group during a period of heightened xenophobic tensions, sparking a debate about free speech, religious expressi…
Mar 31, 2026
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Big Zulu, a prominent figure in Bergville, celebrated his 40th birthday with a large community feast in the town, drawing attention from local residents and visitors alike. The event, held in the h…
Mar 31, 2026
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The Brazilian government has issued a stark warning as illegal fishing operations, particularly "spot-fixing" — a form of on-the-spot manipulation of fish catches — continue to grow in scale and so…
Mar 31, 2026
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