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Dangote Refinery Cuts Debt by $570 Million Ahead of IPO

LAGOS, Nigeria — Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals reduced its debt by $570 million during the first half of 2026. The reduction came as the...

Apple Unveils $1,999 iPhone Duo, Its First Foldable Phone

CUPERTINO, United States — Apple unveiled its first foldable iPhone on Wednesday, September 9, 2026. The $1,999 iPhone Duo will go on sale on October...

Gloria Steinem, Feminist Icon and Celebrated Journalist, Dies at 92

NEW YORK, United States — Gloria Steinem, the journalist and organiser who became a prominent figure in the American women’s rights movement, died at...

BREAKING: Uber Exits Nigeria After More Than a Decade

LAGOS, Nigeria — Uber ended its operations in Nigeria on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, the company told customers in an email. The ride-hailing platform did...

Tribute: The Music Icon Whose Appeal Crossed America’s Political Divide

NASHVILLE, United States — Dolly Parton died last Tuesday after decades as one of America’s most widely embraced entertainers. Her death brought together admirers...

Trump Wins Supreme Court Ruling Allowing White House Ballroom to Proceed

WASHINGTON, United States — The Supreme Court on Monday allowed President Donald Trump to continue construction of a new ballroom at the White House. The...

Edouard Balladur, Former French Prime Minister and Reformist, Dies at 97

PARIS, France — Édouard Balladur, the former French prime minister whose career was marked by sweeping economic reforms, an ill-fated presidential bid and a...

‘Thank you, God…’: Lionel Messi Retires From Argentina National Team

ROSARIO, Argentina — Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from Argentina’s national football team, bringing an end to his international career after the 2026...

King Harald V of Norway, Olympic Sailor, Dies at 89, Ending a 35-Year Reign

OSLO, Norway — King Harald V of Norway died on Friday after 35 years on the throne. He was 89. The Royal House announced that...

Peter Cullen, Iconic Voice Actor of ‘Transformers’ Optimus Prime, Dies at 85

LOS ANGELES, United States — Peter Cullen, the Canadian-American actor whose deep voice defined Optimus Prime in Transformers and brought weary tenderness to Eeyore...

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