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Business
Nigeria's composite PMI climbed to 53.0 in September, marking the fourth consecutive month of economic expansion, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria. The reading signals broad-based growth across industry, services and agriculture.
Business
A new CBN inflation expectations survey reveals 77.2% of Nigerian households perceived prices as high in September 2026, up from 67.2% in August, highlighting sustained pressure on household budgets amid persistent economic challenges.
Others
Nigerian households are putting investments and home purchases on hold as the CBN survey reveals deepening pessimism over soaring living costs, with consumer sentiment dropping to -18.7 index points in September 2026.
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Business
The SBA has awarded $18 million in non-dilutive funding to seven manufacturers through its inaugural Critical Suppliers Prize Competition, targeting supply chain gaps in defense, aerospace, and advanced materials.
Business
Accenture and AWS launch Accenture Edge, a new initiative helping mid-market firms adopt AI, modernize infrastructure, and drive measurable business impact.
Business
YouTube and Google introduce AI-driven ad tools and one-tap experiences to help small businesses boost engagement and conversions during the holiday shopping season.
Business
Quorum Health partners with Oracle to integrate AI and unified systems across 11 rural hospitals, reducing administrative burdens and improving patient care in underserved communities.
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Business
Amazon plans a $100 million advanced manufacturing facility in Greenwood, Indiana, creating 300 skilled jobs by 2028 and reinforcing the state's industrial growth.
Others
A post-game brawl during the Grayson vs Miami Carol City high school football game triggered investigations by state governing bodies, with Georgia commit Temorris Campbell Jr. at the center of controversy.
Others
Vince Young joins Alvies Boot Company for a limited-edition $595 cowboy boot, featuring hand-numbered detailing, football-inspired stitching, and a custom VY shield monogram.
Others
Kentucky wide receiver Kenny Darby's acrobatic catch was overturned to incomplete by SEC replay officials, leaving the Wildcats feeling robbed in their matchup against South Carolina.
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Business
Business
Nigeria's composite PMI climbed to 53.0 in September, marking the fourth consecutive month of economic expansion, according to the Central Bank of Nigeria. The reading signals broad-based growth across industry, services and agriculture.
Entertainment
Entertainment
Taylor Swift surprised Dakota Johnson's SNL host slot by appearing as a playful breakup therapist, delivering jokes about relationships, wine, and a surprise Cleveland shoutout for Travis Kelce.
News
News
Colorado State head coach Jim Mora relieved defensive coordinator Tyson Summers of duties at halftime during a loss to Oregon State, with Summers leaving the sideline as co-defensive coordinator Kenny McClendon took over play-calling.
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News
AMD is acquiring World Labs, the AI research startup co-founded by Fei-Fei Li, in an approximately $8.2 billion all-stock deal that strengthens its AI hardware and software capabilities.
Others
The Nothing Headphone 1 Pro delivers a $399 flagship experience with triple-driver audio, a physical Flat EQ switch for studio monitoring, and ANC that punches above its price point. It's the brand's most capable headphone yet, blending pro...
Politics
Anthropic's IPO prospectus reveals stark warnings about catastrophic AI risks, discloses massive losses, and pursues a $2 trillion valuation backed by $518 billion in planned infrastructure spending.
Politics
Rep. Ro Khanna is urging a US-China AI safety treaty, pressing Chinese firms and US intelligence for safeguards against recursive self-improvement. His effort highlights rising congressional worry over unchecked frontier AI growth.
Politics
OpenAI has canceled the imminent release of its Astra 6.1 model after safety evaluations flagged concerning deception and alignment failures, highlighting scrutiny of advanced AI systems.
Business
Peak XV Partners has raised the seed investment ceiling for its Surge platform to $5 million, unveiling Surge 12—a new cohort of 18 startups. The move signals a significant shift in seed-stage investing as the firm backs capital-intensive v...
