Business
– The African Union has formally launched the Africa Credit Rating Agency, known as AfCRA, in Mauritius. The agency will provide credit assessments for African sovereigns, companies, financial institutions and other issuers. Its launch took place in Port Louis during
– Pakistan’s federal state-owned enterprises held about $36.5 billion in debt at the end of December 2025. The total increased 14.3% from a year earlier, adding roughly $4.7 billion at current exchange rates. Pakistan’s Ministry of Finance reported the figures
Health
– Psyllium husk may help people improve blood sugar control when used regularly as part of their diet. The fiber comes from the Plantago ovata plant and absorbs water inside the digestive system. This creates a gel that can slow
– The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has reached 8,376 confirmed cases and 4,042 deaths. National health authorities reported the updated total on October 5 as transmission continued across several parts of the country. The epidemic
WASHINGTON, D.C. / RankWire.AI / – Patients who underwent appendix removal for acute appendicitis later recorded fewer colorectal cancer diagnoses than similar patients treated with antibiotics alone. Researchers compared matched patient groups in a large international health database. Colorectal cancer
– The Democratic Republic of the Congo has confirmed 8,067 Ebola cases in its latest outbreak. Health authorities recorded 3,901 deaths through September 26, putting the fatality rate near 48%. The outbreak has reached 63 health zones across seven provinces.
Scientists have identified a rare inherited genetic mutation that can increase a person’s risk of developing lung cancer by roughly 25 times overall and by about 60 times among non-smokers, according to landmark research published in the journal Science. The
Lifestyle
MENA Newswire News Desk: U.S. Polo Assn., the official brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), has announced the launch of its Fall-Winter 2024 Collection, inspired by the natural beauty of Salt Lake City, Utah. The new collection celebrates
Fresha, a leading global booking platform for lifestyle services, announced today that it has secured a $31 million investment from JP Morgan to enhance its machine learning and AI-driven robotics capabilities. This financial backing will enable Fresha to innovate further
Adidas Originals and Highsnobiety, a prominent platform in fashion, design, and culture, have announced the launch of their limited-edition HIGHArt Campus sneaker. This collaboration represents a fusion of art and style, as Highsnobiety’s HIGHArt, an online showcase of products and
In a world where we are inundated with options for almost everything, the name Starbucks stands out as the epitome of coffee culture, connecting billions of people across diverse geographies. How did a single coffeehouse chain from Seattle gain the global notoriety
On August 23, which would have been Kobe Bryant’s birthday, Nike released a revamped classic: the Kobe 8 Protro Halo. This shoe isn’t just another pair of kicks — it’s a tribute to a basketball legend and his “Black Mamba” identity. The release was
The world’s most immersive mega-coaster, Mission Ferrari, will debut at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi on 12th January, 2023. As a result of this new addition, the World’s Leading Theme Park will offer even more Ferrari-inspired rides and attractions for adults