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Global Markets Rally in the U.S. Rate Cut Hopes

Global Markets Rally in the U.S. Rate Cut Hopes

Asian share markets rose on Monday as expectations of U.S. interest rate cuts helped calm concerns about economic slowdown: Bond markets suggest: This shift came after weak U.S. jobs data, which showed: Political Moves Spark Concern: “Fed credibility and data veracity are now under the spotlight,” said NAB’s Ray Attrill. Wall Street Futures: U.S. Treasury […]

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Noah Lyles Clocks World-Leading 200m Time Amid Tense U.S. Trials Showdown

Noah Lyles Clocks World-Leading 200m Time Amid Tense U.S. Trials Showdown

Noah Lyles won the men’s 200m at the USA Track and Field Championships with a world-leading time of 19.63 seconds, overtaking Kenny Bednarek, who finished second in 19.67. Post-race tension flared as Bednarek shoved Lyles at the finish line, prompting a heated exchange. The two later shook hands and agreed to talk it out. “It’s

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The Potato’s Surprising Roots Part Tomato, Part Tuber

The Potato’s Surprising Roots: Part Tomato, Part Tuber

A groundbreaking genomic study has revealed that the humble potato, one of the world’s top food staples, originated from an ancient natural hybrid between a wild tomato plant and a potato-like species in South America about 9 million years ago. Researchers analyzed 450 cultivated potato genomes and 56 wild relatives, uncovering the potato’s evolutionary origin

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Hamas Offers Hostage Aid in Exchange for Ceasefire and Corridors

Hamas Offers Hostage Aid in Exchange for Ceasefire and Corridors

Conditions: The offer follows global outrage after Hamas released a disturbing video of hostage Evyatar David, visibly emaciated and digging what he claimed was his own grave. Western powers, including the U.S., UK, France, and Germany, condemned the footage. The UN Security Council will hold a special session on Tuesday. Israel says 50 hostages remain

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Big Tech’s AI Bets Are Huge - But Paying Off

Big Tech’s AI Bets Are Huge – But Paying Off

Despite ballooning capital expenditures, tech giants like Microsoft, Meta, Alphabet, and Amazon are seeing surging investor confidence, thanks to strong early returns from AI-driven products in cloud, advertising, and search. Massive AI Spending Strong Results, Rising Stock Prices AI Monetization Is Underway Investor Mood: Bullish “The big boys are back… The Magnificent Seven is still

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Ancient Pre-Hispanic Grave Discovered Beneath Lima Street

Ancient Pre-Hispanic Grave Discovered Beneath Lima Street

Archaeologists in Lima, Peru have unearthed a 1,000-year-old pre-Hispanic burial site beneath a residential street during gas pipeline work. “We are probably over a pre-Hispanic cemetery,” said Jose Pablo Aliaga, archaeologist for gas firm Calidda, which has reported over 2,200 archaeological finds in Lima since 2004.Lima hosts more than 400 archaeological sites, while Peru is

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Ledecky Sets the Pace Ahead of 800m Freestyle Clash with McIntosh

Ledecky Sets the Pace Ahead of 800m Freestyle Clash with McIntosh

Katie Ledecky sent a powerful message in the 800m freestyle heats at the World Championships, clocking 8:14.62  –  over 5 seconds faster than teen rival Summer McIntosh (8:19.88). Ledecky, 28, recently broke her own world record (8:04.12) and is a six-time world champ in the event. McIntosh ended Ledecky’s 13-year win streak earlier this year

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Kamala Harris Won’t Run for California Governor in 2026

Kamala Harris Won’t Run for California Governor in 2026

Ending months of speculation, Kamala Harris — former U.S. Vice President and 2024 presidential contender — has officially bowed out of the California governor’s race slated for 2026. Her decision reshapes the Democratic field and stirs new curiosity about her political future. Key Points: 1. No 2026 Run 2. Possible 2028 Presidential Run? 3. Staying

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Ukraine Acts to Strengthen Anti-Graft Agencies Amid Uproar

Ukraine Moves to Restore Power of Anti-Graft Agencies Amid Public Uproar

Facing intense public backlash and pressure from the European Union, Ukraine’s parliament is set to vote on a critical bill to restore the independence of the country’s top anti-corruption agencies. The move follows mass protests over recent amendments that had severely weakened these watchdog institutions — a blow to Ukraine’s credibility at home and abroad.

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