Kenyan President William Ruto (L), flanked by former arch-rival and veteran politician Raila Odinga (R) addresses his supporters after they officially signed a political cooperation deal in a bid to boost his presidency after months of turmoil, in Nairobi on March 7, 2025. Agence France-Presse NAIROBI — Kenya’s President William Ruto sparked protests recently after donating some $150,000 to a Nairobi church just months after saying such hand-outs fueled corruption. Ruto’s pledge of 20 million shillings to the Jesus Winner Ministry Church led to protesters gathering there a week later, demanding the return of what they called “stolen tax money”,…
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New tests of blood and spinal fluid can show how far Alzheimer’s has progressed and how fast a patient’s memory will decline. MARY LOUISE KELLY, HOST: New tests of blood and spinal fluid can identify people experiencing memory loss from Alzheimer’s disease. NPR’s Jon Hamilton reports that the experimental tests could eventually help doctors diagnose the disease and could predict which patients will benefit from drug treatment. JON HAMILTON, BYLINE: Current blood tests can show whether a person’s brain contains the sticky amyloid plaques associated with Alzheimer’s disease. But Dr. Randall Bateman of Washington University in St. Louis says that’s…
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Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Running a business is by no means an easy career path. From managing resources to keeping staff happy and delivering a consistently high-quality product or service, it’s a constant effort that breeds many highs and lows. No matter how well you finish one year and start the next, it’s vitally important to examine your business performance over the past 12 months. By celebrating the wins and critically assessing the shortcomings, you can develop a robust plan not just to survive but thrive. Make a list of what is and isn’t working Taking…
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The NFL dropped one of my favorite things of the offseason: The official coach’s photo. Each year the league asks that all 32 coaches join together for a class photo during league meetings, and it never stops being entertaining. What makes the coach photo special is that there’s seemingly never a plan for this thing. Guys just rock up in whatever clothes they happened to throw on and get herded like cats to get this shot. As a result we get a sense of their true personalities, and today we’re breaking down the real jobs of all these coaches in…
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CEBU CITY, Philippines — The mayor of Dalaguete, several government officials of the town and private contractors were charged before the Office of the Ombudsman-Visayas for violation of Republic Act No. 3019 or the Anti-Graft and Corrupt Practices Act, malversation of public funds or property, and grave misconduct. The National Bureau of Investigation-Central Visayas (NBI-7) asked the Ombudsman to investigate Dalaguete Mayor Ronald Allan Cesante, Municipal Engineer Expedizitas Lenares, James Osorio from the Municipal Engineering Office (MEO), Chief of Construction section of the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH)-7 2nd Engineering District Sergio Bendulo Jr. and Junior project engineer…
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Gainers SharpLink Gaming SBET stock increased by 37.5% to $0.4 during Monday’s after-market session. The company’s market cap stands at $2.7 million. Sportsman’s Warehouse SPWH stock rose 15.68% to $1.15. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $43.6 million. PVH PVH stock moved upwards by 15.51% to $74.67. The market value of their outstanding shares is at $4.1 billion. The company’s, Q4 earnings came out today. Lazydays Hldgs GORV stock increased by 14.05% to $0.37. The company’s market cap stands at $40.6 million. As per the press release, Q4 earnings came out today. MKDWell Tech MKDW shares increased…
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New York Liberty forward Betnijah Laney-Hamilton underwent surgery on her left knee to repair an acute meniscus injury, the time announced Monday afternoon. The Liberty reported that Laney-Hamilton is projected to return to basketball activity in five to six months, which would mean she’s likely to miss most, if not all, of the entire WNBA season. Laney-Hamilton has been an integral part of Liberty since she joined the team in 2021. This past season, she averaged 11.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists across 28 games. The 9-year WNBA veteran has played for the Chicago Sky, Connecticut Sun, Indiana Fever,…
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Cash App has announced it is beginning the rollout of Afterpay’s pay over time offerings to eligible customers across the U.S., bringing the popular Pay-in-4 product to hundreds of thousands of merchant partners starting this week. The integration marks a major step in unifying the two leading fintech brands under a new identity: Cash App Afterpay. According to the announcement, customers shopping online at participating merchants can now select $Afterpay at checkout to split purchases into installments. Eligible Cash App customers new to Afterpay will be able to begin using the pay over time service immediately through merchant websites, while…
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Snapchat Planets have transformed the way users interact within the Snapchat ecosystem, creating a unique dimension that fuels engagement and creativity. With the rise of social media, particularly platforms like Snapchat, introducing innovative features becomes essential for user retention. This article delves into the concept of Snapchat Planets, exploring their significance, functionality, and impact on user interaction as well as the broader cultural landscape. Introduction to Snapchat Planets What Are Snapchat Planets? Snapchat Planets are virtual entities created within the Snapchat application that reflect a user’s activities, experiences, and interactions. The concept originated as a means to gamify the Snapchat…
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Food Lion is a household name in the grocery industry, deeply rooted in communities across the Southeastern and Mid-Atlantic United States. This article delves into various aspects of this popular supermarket chain, providing a comprehensive overview of its history, product offerings, community engagement, and future directions. By exploring the essence of Food Lion, readers will gain insight into how this grocery store continues to thrive and evolve in a competitive market. Introduction to Food Lion Overview Founded in the 1950s, Food Lion began its journey as “Food Town” in Salisbury, North Carolina. The company rebranded as Food Lion in 1983,…