Leaked draft of $1bn memorandum of understanding reveals mandatory targets, sharing of data, and reported access to mining concessions The US has been accused of “shameless exploitation” over a health financing agreement with Zambia worth more than $1bn (£740m), amid warnings that the country is getting a raw deal from the Trump administration. A leaked draft of a five-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the two countries, seen by the Guardian, reveals that Zambia may accept terms worse than health financing agreements the US has reached with 16 other African countries. Continue reading…
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‘A devastating force’: how recent storms turned to tragedies across the western Mediterranean
Atmospheric machine-gun has fired storm after deadly storm at the region this year, leaving a trail of widespread destruction For Andrés Sánchez Barea, in Spain, it was the fear that arose when water started to spurt from plug sockets. For Nelson Duarte, in Portugal, it was the helplessness that hit as violent winds smacked down trees and tore tiles from roofs. For Amal Essuide, in Morocco, it was the reality that dawned when a corpse was pulled onboard a boat in the flooded medina. Each moment of horror is a fragment of the destruction wrought by an atmospheric machine-gun that...
Two women arrested in Uganda for allegedly kissing in public could face life sentence
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise were taken into custody under laws that have outraged LGBTQ+ community and rights activists Two women have been arrested and detained in Uganda after allegedly kissing in public, an act of “same-sex activity” which can lead to a life sentence in the east African country. Wendy Faith, a 22-year-old musician known as Torrero Bae, and Alesi Diana Denise, 21, were taken into custody after police raided their rented room in Uganda’s north-west Arua City last week. Continue reading…
Hollywood’s top films were less diverse in 2025: ‘Studios have relapsed into a colorblind complacency’
The percentage of women and people of color holding lead roles in Hollywood’s top movies dropped in 2025, according to a new UCLA study.
Meet LITRO: The tokenized crude project to start pilot testing soon for 2027 debut
LITRO aims to modernize the $6 trillion oil market by replacing slow, paper-based settlement with 24/7, on-chain trading and redemption.
Where Was ‘Sinners’ Filmed? Hannah Beachler on Filming the Southern Gothic in the Louisiana Bayou
Hannah Beachler, Academy Award-winning production designer, lets us in on the film’s Southern Gothic vibe.
Why the IEA’s largest-ever release of oil reserves is pushing up crude prices
The largest-ever release of oil from the International Energy Agency’s emergency stockpiles lifted prices for the commodity up by nearly 5% on Wednesday.
There’s no policy response that can stop the rise in oil prices: Carlyle’s Currie
The oil market on Wednesday saw the strongest effort by far to ensure adequate global supplies of the commodity, but commodities guru Jeff Currie said the International Energy Agency’s decision to release an unprecedented amount of crude from its reserve won’t halt oil’s climb.
Essay: As American democracy is in peril, Brazilian films offer perspective
Oscar-nominated film ‘The Secret Agent’ shows how history is an essential tool for resisting authoritarianism.
Coinbase-backed AI payments protocol wants to fix micropayment but demand is just not there yet
Agentic commerce holds promise, but data shows that x402 is still in the trial phase
Why International Flight Tickets Could Get More Expensive Soon
As the conflict in Iran drives up aviation fuel costs, travelers could get stuck with higher ticket costs. Here’s what to know.
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Yanelisa Unveils Her Latest Creative Work, Marking a Major Step Forward in Her Acting Career
Los Angeles, CA. Multitalented actress and Singer-Songwriter latest work is showcasing a bold evolution in her artistic identity and reinforcing her trajectory as one of the most compelling emerging talents of 2026. Some of her new projects are cinematic, emotionally charged pieces blending performance, storytelling and even music highlighting her versatility and signature ability to transform lived experience into resonant art. Her new films include Duskfall by director Joshua Bovinette, AKA Yankee written and starred by Yanelisa herself, also As Above and the latest is a Day Player role in The Breakup Artist, 2026 it’s been a year of momentum...
Bitchar Officially Launches Proof of Reserves System to Enhance Transparency and User Trust
[United States] — Bitchar, a leading global intelligent digital asset trading platform, announced today the official launch of its Proof of Reserves (PoR) system, a major step in enhancing platform transparency and reinforcing user trust. This new initiative demonstrates Bitchar’s ongoing commitment to creating a safer, more reliable digital asset trading environment. Enhancing Transparency and Security The Proof of Reserves system provides users with verifiable assurance of Bitchar’s asset holdings, reinforcing the integrity and stability of the platform. By implementing this system, Bitchar strengthens its risk management capabilities while ensuring that all user funds are fully accounted for and securely...
Bitchar Officially Launches Global AI Developer Co-Creation Program, Redefining the “AI + Blockchain” Intelligent Finance Ecosystem
USA — Today, leading digital asset platform Bitchar officially announced the launch of its Global AI Developer Co-Creation Program. The initiative opens its core AI technology and ecosystem resources to blockchain enthusiasts, AI scientists, and fintech experts worldwide, aiming to build the next-generation intelligent finance ecosystem powered by artificial intelligence. Strategic Vision: From Trading Platform to Ecosystem Enabler Since its inception, Bitchar has adhered to the principle of “AI-driven, compliance-first.” The launch of this program marks a key step in transcending the traditional exchange role, positioning Bitchar as a global digital financial infrastructure provider. Bitchar’s CEO stated: “The future crypto...
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‘Disgraceful scenes as toxicity spills over in Old Firm cup tie’
As if the ugliness of the 120 minutes wasn’t enough there was disgrace as Rangers and Celtic fans invaded the pitch at Ibrox, writes Tom English.
‘Evil Dead’ Star Bruce Campbell Reveals He Has Cancer
Bruce Campbell has revealed he has cancer, but says it’s a type that’s treatable, though not curable. “The Evil Dead” actor shared the news Monday in a message to fans, writing, “Hi folks, these days, when someone is having a health issue, it’s…
‘It’s better to be chased’ – the mentality of a title race
The Premier League title race is set to go to the wire. BBC Sport has spoken to former winners to find out how players deal with the pressure.
‘Only one team tried to play’ – Hurzeler criticises Arsenal
Was this the evening the villains of the Premier League title race became victors? BBC Sport’s chief football writer Phil McNulty assesses the ramifications of a big night in Brighton.
‘My mother refuses to turn on the heat’: Will America’s war with Iran really push up our utility bills?
“She is reading alarmist headlines about Iran in the newspapers.”
A kidnapped brute finds the tables turned in ‘Heel’
Stephen Graham and Andrea Riseborough anchor an off-kilter tale of abduction and vengeance, directed by Poland’s Jan Komasa, an heir to his country’s bolder filmmakers.
Amazon joins Meta, Google in jumbo bond club with up to $42 billion issuance
Amazon is preparing one of the largest corporate bond offerings in history to fund its AI buildout
As a dad and daughter in ‘Rooster,’ Steve Carell and Charly Clive get to be a little messy
In HBO’s new comedy, the actors play a father and daughter who don’t have their lives quite figured out — and that’s OK.
Bitcoin dip may not be over as whales sell into retail buying — a bearish signal
The divergence between large and small holders has historically preceded further downside, with the Crypto Fear and Greed Index dropping to 12
Bitcoin slips below $68,000 heading into the weekend as dollar posts steepest weekly gain in a year
Most majors gave back Friday’s gains, with solana down 4%, ether falling 4.4%, and 43% of bitcoin’s supply now sitting at a loss according to Glassnode data.
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Can Broadcom’s stock break the software curse after earnings? Here’s what Wall Street is saying.
Best known for its chip business, Broadcom has seen its stock get weighed down by concerns over exposure to software sales.
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Stocks and bonds tumble as widening Middle East war rattles markets
Oil briefly hit $85 a barrel as Iraqi production shuts down because so few tankers risk journey through Strait of Hormuz
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Crypto
Bitcoin supply approaching 20 million: The final million will take another 114 years to mine
Out of a fixed maximum supply of 21 million coins, more than 95% of all bitcoin that will ever exist is now in circulation.
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Ray Dalio says ‘there is only one gold’ as bitcoin outperforms gold during worst geopolitical crisis in years
The Bridgewater founder dismissed bitcoin’s safe-haven credentials on the same day gold dropped 3% while bitcoin fell less than 1%.