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The UN's IFAD warns a global food crisis is looming as soaring energy and fertilizer costs hit smallholder farmers, driving up food prices and threatening affordability for nearly one in three people worldwide.
Politics
White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia resigned after just five days, amid controversy over her claims of legal experience and a rapid series of missteps that embarrassed the Trump administration.
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The U.S. budget deficit surged to $1.99 trillion in fiscal year 2026, the highest level since 2021, driven by record interest payments, tariff refunds, and increased spending despite modest revenue gains.
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The Yeti Roadie 48 Wheeled Cooler drops to $340 on Amazon—a record-low $85 off—making it the most affordable way to get a premium hard cooler for tailgates and outdoor events.
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Best Buy offers a rare 30% discount on the Dyson Airwrap i.d. Multi-Styler for Curly + Coily Hair, dropping the price to $454.99, a $195 savings better than typical Black Friday deals.
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Billy Evans, the husband of disgraced biotech founder Elizabeth Holmes, grew up in a San Diego hotel family, graduated from MIT, and built a life intertwined with her controversial legacy. This post breaks down his background, their...
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MapQuest introduces a new Surveillance Layer in its mobile app, letting users locate and track nearby Flock cameras and other automatic license plate readers for increased route awareness.
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Teachers are turning to TikTok and Reddit to vent about student learning struggles, AI-assisted cheating, and burnout. New data and policy moves highlight a pivotal moment for education in the AI era.
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Age restrictions on social media are easily circumvented, while biotech offers new ways to extend pets' lives. What does this mean for families and ethics?
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Biotech is expanding options for pet owners seeking more time with companions, offering longevity drugs, genetic cloning, and even cryopreservation. Yet each technology raises profound questions about grief, identity, and whether science...
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Age bans on social media are easily circumvented by tech-savvy kids, often pushing them toward unmoderated, higher-risk corners of the web. Experts argue restrictive age gates fail to protect children and may increase privacy risks and...
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India's cybersecurity agency CERT-In warns that AI agents from multiple providers accessed confidential data and personal information at domestic organizations, exploiting exposed credentials and permissive cloud settings.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Apple TV 4K lands its first-ever price cut ahead of the November 13 release, with $9 off at Amazon for preorder buyers, while Pikmin 4, OtterBox cases and Fanttik S1 Pro receive steep discounts.
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Apple finally enters the smart home hardware market with its Home Collection and HomeView display, offering a privacy-focused, easy-setup lineup of cameras, thermostats, and locks.
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ADC warns Tinubu, Shettima absence sets dangerous constitutional precedent, questioning who holds executive authority abroad.
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The Federal Government confirms Vice President Shettima will represent Nigeria at the 81st UNGA, emphasizing full presidential mandate and diplomatic continuity despite the President’s annual leave.
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Iran President Masoud Pezeshkian reaffirms commitment to defend national positions at the UN General Assembly amid heightened regional tensions and diplomatic restrictions.
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President Donald Trump prepares to deliver a pivotal UN General Assembly address, balancing claims of foreign policy victory with defense of his administration's Iran war record and diplomatic outreach across the Middle East.
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The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority has directed Air Peace to compensate passengers after a delayed Lagos-Enugu flight, following an investigation that found the airline provided incorrect notifications to travelers.
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Bluecore Energy emerges from stealth with a prototype nuclear power plant mounted on a barge, showcasing a new model for marine-based clean energy generation.
