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Brent crude has fallen below $90 per barrel for the first time since August, driven by mounting optimism that the eight-month US-Iran war may be drawing to a close. The Brent North Sea crude benchmark declined 3.1 percent to $89.66 a barrel on Tuesday, continuing steep losses seen in recent trading sessions. Meanwhile, the main…
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Electric vehicle manufacturer BYD has reported unprecedented annual sales figures, driven by robust Chinese market demand and government incentive programmes. China’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer BYD has announced record worldwide sales of both hybrid and electric vehicles for 2024, underpinned by surging domestic demand and the positive impact of government trade-in initiatives. The automaker…
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China’s trade surplus has exceeded $1 trillion in the first ten months of 2026, as growing international demand for artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure, computer chips, data centre equipment and other high-technology products continues to accelerate the country’s export performance. Official customs figures released on Tuesday, November 10, showed that the world’s second-largest economy recorded a…
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Nvidia stock was down 4.51% ahead of the US markets opening, as the company announced that its board had launched an “independent investigation” following reports that founder and CEO Jensen Huang may have been targeted in a foreign intelligence effort. “A committee of independent directors, assisted by outside independent counsel, will oversee the investigation,” an…
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Around 12 years ago, Netflix had no original productions in Europe, and audiences were largely watching content made in, by and for the US. But it soon became clear that European content couldn’t be produced from Los Angeles alone. In 2019, Larry Tanz, Head of Content for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, moved across…
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Portugal legend Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football. “To the Portuguese people, the day has come for me to hand back the number seven shirt of our national team,” Ronaldo said in a video posted via his official X handle on Thursday. “I never felt it belonged to me alone, but for…
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Location: Oklahoma City, OKType: Full-Time | Salary: Up to $85,000/year (based on experience)Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Travel: None requiredBenefits Eligible: YesBest Consideration Date: December 14, 2026 Position Overview The University of Oklahoma (OU) is seeking an Attorney to join the staff at the OU Harold Hamm Health Campus. This role provides legal services…
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Position: Senior Director of Data GovernanceInstitution: Emory UniversityDepartment: Office of Information Technology (OIT) – Data GovernanceLocation: Atlanta, Georgia, United StatesEmployment Type: Full-timeWork Arrangement: Hybrid (remote work permitted with regular campus attendance)Job Number: 184543 Job Summary Emory University is seeking an experienced Senior Director of Data Governance to provide strategic leadership for its university-wide data governance…
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Key Takeaways: SEOUL — South Korea’s defence ministry announced Thursday (Nov 5) that it will deploy maritime patrol aircraft and an explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) team to waters near the Strait of Hormuz as part of a mission to help keep the strategic waterway open. The announcement comes as Seoul maintains it will not deploy…
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Tottenham are highly reluctant to sell Lucas Bergvall to any of his admirers including Barcelona, though there is one way in which a January transfer could go through, Meziesblog can reveal. Interest from Barcelona, Napoli and Juventus in Lucas Bergvall remains as Meziesblog has previously reported, but Tottenham Hotspur are unlikely to allow a January…
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Leeds United are in the mix to sign Maccabi Tel Aviv star Issouf Sissokho, but Meziesblog understands the Whites must move decisively to win the race, with rival suitors Levante preparing an offer. The 24-year-old Malian, who operates primarily as a defensive midfielder, has established himself as a regular in the Israeli top flight after…
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Manchester United are firmly in the race to sign Como defender Jacobo Ramon, with their scouting of the defender set to intensify following his impressive performance against the Red Devils, Meziesblog understands. The 21-year-old centre-back has established himself as one of Serie A’s most exciting youngsters, and scored when Como thrashed United 4-1 in the…
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Vitamin D deficiency means your body does not have enough of the vitamin to keep your bones, muscles, and immune system working properly. It is common, often causes no obvious symptoms at first, and is easily confirmed with a simple blood test. When symptoms do appear, they can include tiredness, bone or muscle aches, muscle…
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Luanda is projected to overtake Lagos as sub-Saharan Africa’s largest city by 2050, according to new demographic forecasts that underline the scale of the region’s coming urban transformation. Angola’s capital is forecast to grow 78%, from 11.4 million people in 2025 to 20.3 million, while Lagos is expected to grow by more than 25%, from…
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Nigeria is targeting a reduction in inflation to single-digit levels before the end of 2027, a move the Federal Government believes could create room for lower interest rates, cheaper borrowing and stronger economic growth. Finance Minister Taiwo Oyedele recently outlined the government’s ambition, explaining that reducing inflation would help ease financial pressures on households and…
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South African businesses have been cautioned against relying excessively on workforce reductions to manage financial pressures, with experts warning that aggressive cost-cutting could create hidden liabilities that become significantly more expensive over time. Advaita Naidoo, Africa Managing Director of executive search firm Jack Hammer Global, says organisations that reduce employee numbers, freeze recruitment or increase…
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