The US economy grew faster than previously thought this spring, fuelled by robust consumer spending and falling imports, according to new government data. Gross domestic product (GDP), which measures goods and services production, rose at an annualised rate of 3.8% in the period from April through June – up from the previous estimate of 3.3%. The second quarter growth – the fastest pace in nearly two years – followed a contraction earlier this year. “[It] reflected a decrease in imports, which are a subtraction in the calculation of GDP, and an increase in consumer spending,” the Commerce Department said. Consumer…
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Pop superstar Rihanna has given birth to her third child, a girl, with partner A$AP Rocky. The baby has been given her father’s stage name – except for a letter. Rocki Irish Mayers was born on 13 September, the singer announced in an Instagram post, sharing a snap of her cradling her daughter alongside a picture of miniature pink boxing gloves. The couple, who also share two sons Riot and RZA, announced Rihanna’s latest pregnancy at this year’s Met Gala. Fans have rejoiced at the birth announcement on social media, with the post racking up more than 5 million likes…
Canada’s Supreme Court has delayed a planned execution of nearly 400 ostriches at a farm in British Columbia over an avian flu outbreak, after the farm owners protested the cull order. It is the latest in a case that has drawn international attention, including from senior White House officials. The Supreme Court of Canada’s decision, made on Wednesday, will temporarily halt the planned culling of the birds by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) while the owners appeal. It comes a day after police briefly arrested the owners of Universal Ostrich Farms for obstructing food inspection agents “from performing their…
The prime minister is set to announce that all adults in the UK will be required to own a new form of government-issued digital ID. It is understood that Sir Keir Starmer will set out the plans shortly. The proposals are the government’s latest bid to tackle illegal immigration, with the new ID being a form of proof of a citizen’s right to live and work in the UK. The so-called ‘Brit card’ will be subject to a consultation and would require legislation to be passed, before being rolled out. Under the proposals, anybody starting a new job would be…
Rescuers said at least 20 people have been injured in southern Israel after the Israeli military said a drone was launched from Yemen. The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) said the drone struck the resort town of Eilat on the Red Sea coast, with attempts made to intercept it. The Magen David Adom emergency medical service said 20 people were taken to Yoseftal Hospital – including two men with serious limb injuries. The Iranian-backed Houthis claimed responsibility for the strike following the attack. A spokesman for the group, Yahya Sarea, said two drones targeted two “Israeli enemy targets” in a “successful”…
Malawi’s former President Peter Mutharika was declared the winner of last week’s elections, in a huge comeback for the 85-year-old. Official results show that he won 57% of the vote, compared to the 33% of President Lazarus Chakwera, 70. Chakwera, a pastor before entering politics, conceded defeat ahead of the final result being declared, phoning Mutharika to congratulate him on his “historic win”. Mutharika, a former professor of law, served as president from 2014 to 2020, when he lost to Chakwera by a wide margin. He inherits an economy that is in deep crisis, with a severe shortage of fuel…
The United Nations must implement reforms that reflect changing times or slide into irrelevance, President William Ruto has warned. He said the global organisation must become fit-for-purpose, its organs reformed, the mandate strengthened, and decisions aligned with current realities rather than the 1945 geopolitical situation. He noted that no matter how noble the UN’s origins or how impactful its legacy, it must adapt to remain relevant. “Institutions rarely fail because they lack vision or ideals; more often, they drift into irrelevance when they do not adapt, when they hesitate to act, and when they lose legitimacy,” he said. He was…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has slammed the opposition for persistent empty rhetoric and promoting backward politics saying they have no development record to show Kenyans. Speaking on Wednesday when he addressed over 4,500 grassroots women in Mbeere North Constituency, Embu County, the DP called on residents not to fall to the cheap and retrogressive talk by the leading opposition figures. “The opposition has nothing to offer. They have no roads, no schools, no hospitals, and no development to show. Let us focus on the government of the day because that is where development comes from,” he stated. The DP outlined…
Claudia Cardinale, the Tunisian-born Italian star of The Leopard, 8 1/2 and Pink Panther, has died at the age of 87. She had a six-decade long career, rising to fame during the golden age of Italian cinema, and was directed by greats such as Federico Fellini and Luchino Visconti. The actress died at Nemours in France in the company of her children, according to her agent Laurent Savry. “She leaves us the legacy of a free and inspired woman both as a woman and as an artiste,” Savry told AFP news agency. Born in Tunisia to Sicilian parents in April…
One person has died and two others are injured after being shot by a suspected sniper at an immigration facility in Texas, officials say. The shooter is also dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after the incident in Dallas, said Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. The attack unfolded on Wednesday morning at a detention centre for US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The incident follows a string of attacks on ICE facilities across the US in recent months. The motive or targets of the attack are unclear. Fox News quoted officials as saying no law enforcement officers had been injured.…
Artificial intelligence is now part of search, customer support, recommendations, and security. Employers want people who can build simple, reliable systems and explain results clearly. Start with the basics: Python, data handling, the math behind machine learning, and how to judge a model. Then learn practical generative AI, a little MLOps for deployment and monitoring, and one cloud platform. Aim for two or three small, well-documented projects you can share. Factors to Consider Before Choosing an AI Course Career objective: Engineer, data scientist, analyst, product manager, or leader. Choose training that matches your goal. Experience level: Foundations if you are…
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Picture yourself walking into a local shop or café. You browse, select your items, and when it’s time to pay, a simple tap of your card or phone completes the transaction. This convenience is powered by credit card terminals, a tool rapidly changing how small and medium enterprises (SMEs) operate. Credit card terminals have become essential for SMEs today. These handy devices allow businesses to accept card payments smoothly, enhancing the overall customer experience. They are more than just machines; they are a vital link in providing seamless and secure transactions. Advantages of Credit Card Terminals for SMEs Investing in…
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Managing an optical business involves the delicate balance of juggling expert patient care with complex retail operations. From high-end designer frames and specialized prescription lenses to a vast array of contact lenses and cleaning accessories, keeping track of every single item can be an overwhelming task. A disorganized inventory, filled with ghost stock or unforeseen shortages, can quickly become a significant barrier to the growth and smooth operation of your practice, creating financial risks and operational headaches. Are manual spreadsheets holding your practice back? For many established optical practices, inventory management still relies on cumbersome spreadsheets or even pen-and-paper ledgers. This traditional approach…