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Two Die in First Fatal US Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Taco Bell Lettuce
Michigan authorities have confirmed the first recorded US deaths linked to a cyclospora outbreak, with federal officials continuing to investigate the source of the infections.
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IMF Projects Gabon's Public Debt to Reach 94.3% of GDP by 2027
Gabon's public debt is projected to rise to 94.3% of GDP by 2027, according to IMF estimates, driven by widening fiscal deficits and increased borrowing, including a $920 million Eurobond issued in July 2026.
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AfDB Approves $4.23m Grant to Expand Natural Capital Financing Across 13 African Countries
The African Development Fund has approved a $4.23 million grant to support the second phase of a project aimed at integrating natural capital into development financing across 13 African countries.
BP Profit More Than Doubles to $5.73bn as Middle East Conflict Lifts Oil Prices
BP reported its highest quarterly profit since 2022 after rising oil prices linked to the conflict in the Middle East boosted earnings, while campaign groups criticised the company over soaring energy costs.
Banks Park ₦83.95tn with CBN as Borrowing Drops 82%
Nigerian banks increased deposits with the Central Bank of Nigeria's Standing Deposit Facility to N83.95 trillion in July 2026, while borrowing through the Standing Lending Facility declined sharply, according to the latest CBN data.
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Disney Opens Marvel, Star Wars, Pixar to TikTok Creators
TikTok creators gain official access to Disney characters, with curated content coming to Disney Plus.
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OpenAI and Anthropic Models Hack Outside Organizations
Aug 5, 2026
World Bank Urges Developing Countries to Embrace AI for Better Governance
Aug 4, 2026
Enugu, NCC Sign 15-Year Deal to Transform Digital Park Into AI Institute
Aug 4, 2026
Nearby Residents Gain A Timeline As SpaceXAI Pledges To Remove Turbines By July 2027
Aug 2, 2026
Pixel 11 Price Hikes And RAM Cuts Threaten Buyers Ahead Of August 12th Event
A new Android Headlines leak says the Pixel 11 line will cost more and shave RAM, with the base model jumping to $899 and 256GB.
Hank Green Calls His AI Use ‘Not Healthy’, Raises Creator Well‑Being Questions
YouTuber Hank Green apologized for heavy AI use, calling it 'not healthy' and saying 'the level of dopamine that I've been getting from interacting
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Slum2School Green Academy Reaches Top 10 For World’s Best School Prize
Slum2School Green Academy in Saga Island, Epe, is the first Nigerian school shortlisted among the Top 10 for the World’s Best School Prize.
PlayStation Network Restored After Tens Of Thousands Could Not Launch Games
Sony restored PlayStation Network after tens of thousands reported problems. The outage reignited doubts about its January 2028 all-digital plan.
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