Leaked draft of $1bn memorandum of understanding reveals mandatory targets, sharing of data, and reported access to mining concessions The US has been accused of “shameless exploitation” over a health financing agreement with Zambia worth more than $1bn (£740m), amid warnings that the country is getting a raw deal from the Trump administration. A leaked draft of a five-year memorandum of understanding (MOU) between the two countries, seen by the Guardian, reveals that Zambia may accept terms worse than health financing agreements the US has reached with 16 other African countries. Continue reading…
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‘A devastating force’: how recent storms turned to tragedies across the western Mediterranean
Atmospheric machine-gun has fired storm after deadly storm at the region this year, leaving a trail of widespread destruction For Andrés Sánchez Barea, in Spain, it was the fear that arose when water started to spurt from plug sockets. For Nelson Duarte, in Portugal, it was the helplessness that hit as violent winds smacked down trees and tore tiles from roofs. For Amal Essuide, in Morocco, it was the reality that dawned when a corpse was pulled onboard a boat in the flooded medina. Each moment of horror is a fragment of the destruction wrought by an atmospheric machine-gun that...
Two women arrested in Uganda for allegedly kissing in public could face life sentence
Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise were taken into custody under laws that have outraged LGBTQ+ community and rights activists Two women have been arrested and detained in Uganda after allegedly kissing in public, an act of “same-sex activity” which can lead to a life sentence in the east African country. Wendy Faith, a 22-year-old musician known as Torrero Bae, and Alesi Diana Denise, 21, were taken into custody after police raided their rented room in Uganda’s north-west Arua City last week. Continue reading…
Oil prices drop more than 5% as U.S. calls for international effort to secure Strait of Hormuz
Oil futures finished sharply lower Monday, with U.S. prices down by more than 5%, as traders continued to weigh developments in the Iran conflict.
Trump has 15 days to end the Iran war or markets face a brutal April repricing — from oil to the S&P 500
Wall Street bets on a March end to the Iran conflict — but Tehran is playing for a November U.S. regime change.
Exhilaration, relief and good sportsmanship: What you didn’t see on TV at Oscars 2026
We collected candid, untelevised moments from the Academy Awards, where our reporters witnessed more of the endgame of a long season.
Fed headlines central bank rate decisions, Gemini earnings: Crypto Week Ahead
Your look at what’s coming in the week starting March 16.
‘It’s all about oil’: FedEx’s transportation costs will be key to this week’s earnings
With results due this week from FedEx and retail names like Lululemon and Macy’s, we’ll likely hear more about consumers’ attitudes, as gas prices and shipping costs spike and the conflict widens in the Middle East.
EU ministers to discuss possible naval options for Strait of Hormuz
Meeting follows President Trump’s plea for help to reopen the shipping lane
11 Dreamy Airbnbs With Hot Tubs for When You Want to Get Away and Unwind
From a secluded forest stay to a desert oasis, these properties across the US are built for rest and relaxation.
Oscars 2026: The complete winners list
The 2026 Oscars air Sunday at 4 p.m. from the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood as ‘Sinners’ and ‘One Battle After Another’ square off for the top prize. Follow along as we update the winners list live.
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ATI’s CIS Engine: An Intelligent Trading System That Reduces Trading Losses by 55%
Introduction Every market fluctuation is a silent battle. In the world of high-frequency trading, profits and losses are determined in milliseconds. Have you ever watched your profits evaporate due to a sudden market reversal? Have you ever worried about being front-run or having your orders manipulated, yet felt powerless? ATI CIS Engine was created to address these very issues. Overview of CIS Engine On April 3, 2026, Aureon Trading Institute (ATI) announced the upcoming launch of its cutting-edge trading system, CIS Engine. This innovative platform is scheduled to go live on major global exchanges on October 1, 2026, aiming to...
The Science of Procurement: Discover a Framework that will bring the Procurement Function within the inner circle of your organization
The Science of Procurement shares with you a roadmap that will bring the Procurement function within the inner circle of your organisation. It will enable you to open the door to positive collaboration with the other functions and enable you to deliver true value across your business and beyond. It targets working exclusively to business needs not only procurement needs. This enables you to the deliver value to your business needs fast and consistently year over year. The roadmap concentrates on driving value aligned to all business needs. It goes way beyond pure price cuts. David Clarke’s new book, The...
The Science of Procurement: Discover a Framework that will bring the Procurement Function within the inner circle of your organization
The Science of Procurement shares with you a roadmap that will bring the Procurement function within the inner circle of your organisation. It will enable you to open the door to positive collaboration with the other functions and enable you to deliver true value across your business and beyond. It targets working exclusively to business needs not only procurement needs. This enables you to the deliver value to your business needs fast and consistently year over year. The roadmap concentrates on driving value aligned to all business needs. It goes way beyond pure price cuts. David Clarke’s new book, The...
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‘Disgraceful scenes as toxicity spills over in Old Firm cup tie’
As if the ugliness of the 120 minutes wasn’t enough there was disgrace as Rangers and Celtic fans invaded the pitch at Ibrox, writes Tom English.
‘Evil Dead’ Star Bruce Campbell Reveals He Has Cancer
Bruce Campbell has revealed he has cancer, but says it’s a type that’s treatable, though not curable. “The Evil Dead” actor shared the news Monday in a message to fans, writing, “Hi folks, these days, when someone is having a health issue, it’s…
‘It’s better to be chased’ – the mentality of a title race
The Premier League title race is set to go to the wire. BBC Sport has spoken to former winners to find out how players deal with the pressure.
‘It’s better to be chased’ – the mentality of a title race
The Premier League title race is set to go to the wire. BBC Sport has spoken to former winners to find out how players deal with the pressure.
‘It’s better to be chased’ – the mentality of a title race
The Premier League title race is set to go to the wire. BBC Sport has spoken to former winners to find out how players deal with the pressure.
‘It’s better to be chased’ – the mentality of a title race
The Premier League title race is set to go to the wire. BBC Sport has spoken to former winners to find out how players deal with the pressure.
‘It’s better to be chased’ – the mentality of a title race
The Premier League title race is set to go to the wire. BBC Sport has spoken to former winners to find out how players deal with the pressure.
‘It’s better to be chased’ – the mentality of a title race
The Premier League title race is set to go to the wire. BBC Sport has spoken to former winners to find out how players deal with the pressure.
‘It’s better to be chased’ – the mentality of a title race
The Premier League title race is set to go to the wire. BBC Sport has spoken to former winners to find out how players deal with the pressure.
‘Only one team tried to play’ – Hurzeler criticises Arsenal
Was this the evening the villains of the Premier League title race became victors? BBC Sport’s chief football writer Phil McNulty assesses the ramifications of a big night in Brighton.
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Can Broadcom’s stock break the software curse after earnings? Here’s what Wall Street is saying.
Best known for its chip business, Broadcom has seen its stock get weighed down by concerns over exposure to software sales.
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Stocks and bonds tumble as widening Middle East war rattles markets
Oil briefly hit $85 a barrel as Iraqi production shuts down because so few tankers risk journey through Strait of Hormuz
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Bitcoin supply approaching 20 million: The final million will take another 114 years to mine
Out of a fixed maximum supply of 21 million coins, more than 95% of all bitcoin that will ever exist is now in circulation.
Crypto
Ray Dalio says ‘there is only one gold’ as bitcoin outperforms gold during worst geopolitical crisis in years
The Bridgewater founder dismissed bitcoin’s safe-haven credentials on the same day gold dropped 3% while bitcoin fell less than 1%.