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Liberia: NPHIL Confirms Three New Cases of Mpox-Clade-

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[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Director General of the National Public Health Institute of Liberia (NPHIL), Dr. Dougbeh Chris Nyan, has confirmed three new cases, summing up a total of 11 cases of Mpox-clade-2a Strain currently under treatment in Liberia.

Liberia: Boakai Sounds Trumpet

5 hours 14 minutes ago
[New Republic] The food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), an important organ of the United Nations is not as prominent in terms of activities on the grounds as other UN bodies such as the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the United Nations Children Fund (UNICEF) or World Food Program (WHO).
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Liberia: GAC Audit Report - GAC Releases Report On 102 Audits

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[New Republic] The General Auditing Commission (GAC) under the astute leadership of Auditor General P. Garswa Jackson has released reports of 102 audits conducted by the Commission of various agencies of the Liberian Government.
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Liberia: Methodist Churches Consider Breaking Away Over Gay Rights

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[FrontPageAfrica] Monrovia -- The Bishop of the United Methodist Church (UMC) in Liberia, Samuel J. Quire Jr., has expressed concern over Methodist churches that are considering leaving the denomination, describing their actions as a "lost identity."
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National Sports Connacht boss Pete Wilkins believes Ulster have had interpro derby in their sights While Connacht have dug deep for wins over the Sharks and Scarlets, Ulster come into the game after two defeats in South Africa to the Lions and the…

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Michael Bolton Connacht head coach Pete Wilkins claims it is hard to read much into Ulster's form as he claims they have had one eye on Saturday's fixture against his side. While Connacht have dug deep for wins over the Sharks and Scarlets, Ulster …
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Instacart names Uber exec as chief technology officer

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… Kundu as its chief technology officer. Kundu, who … will join the grocery technology company later this month, … the grocery industry’s leading technology provider.  Dive Insight: … rapidly expanding its omnichannel technology solutions for the grocery …

How Technology is Transforming Construction Job Sites for the Better

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… Globally, investments in construction technology grew to $50 billion … reduces costly mistakes. The technology also ensures every worker … crucial.  The surveillance technology has also helped in … has also penetrated surveillance technology, with AI-based motion …

Could Space Technology be the Climate Change Solution?

1 hour 9 minutes ago
By launching a solar power station-carrying satellite into space, sunlight will be converted into sustainable energy. This method of sustainable energy is bright in more ways than one, the sun provides continuous light energy, leading to an ‘unlimited’ …

SEA Airport introducing facial recognition technology at TSA checkpoints

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… is introducing facial recognition technology at TSA checkpoints in … checkpoint. The facial recognition technology will then compare the … A spokesperson said the technology can easily match someone … 39;s identity, the technology references facial features that …

USCA establishes policy opposing the use of mRNA technology

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… opposing the use of mRNA technology A past president of the … wants more research on the technology.  “They are doing ongoing research … see the need for this technology at this time, especially when …
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Africa: 'Antiretrovirals Alone Will Not End the HIV Pandemic' - 4 Key Takeaways from #HIVR4P2024

8 hours 46 minutes ago
[allAfrica] The 5th HIV Research for Prevention Conference (HIVR4P 2024) held in Lima, Peru, marked a significant milestone in the global fight against HIV, bringing together more than 1,300 scientists, advocates, community representatives, and policymakers. This dynamic gathering provided a platform for experts to share cutting-edge evidence and discuss the latest tools and strategies in HIV prevention science.

Africa: Abortion Is a Fundamental Human Rights Issue

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[IPS] New York -- The right to abortion is a human rights issue that no government agency, courts, local and state legislators, or anyone else has the right to violate or impede in any shape or form. It is a fundamental right that every woman must be free to exercise with impunity, in consultation with her doctor only, who acts based on his/her professional ethics and responsibility.

Africa: World Food Day 2024 - a Quote From Slow Food President Edward Mukiibi

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[Slow Food] "Today, on World Food Day, we celebrate the right to food as a fundamental part of a better life and a brighter future. Slow Food reaffirms its belief that food can be a bridge to peace, advocating for a world where access to food and the resources required to produce it are guaranteed for everyone, especially those living in conflict zones.
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Nigeria's petrol import bill drops as country targets self-sufficiency

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… blend stock were imported into Nigeria during the first week … 567 barrels of gasoline to Nigeria, in the week ending … totally. Over the years, Nigeria has spent about $17 billion … European refiners. In August alone, Nigeria recorded a weekly average of …

Petrol tanker explosion kills more than 140 in Nigeria

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More than 140 people, including children, have been killed and dozens injured in Nigeria after an overturned petrol tanker truck exploded in flames while they were trying to scoop up fuel pouring from the vehicle, emergency services say.

Fire kills 94 people after fuel tanker crash in Nigeria

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… tanker exploded overnight in northern Nigeria as it was surrounded by … and accidents are common in Nigeria – often caused by the poor … September, 59 people died in Nigeria’s Niger state after a …

At least 94 killed in Nigeria after fuel tanker explosion

1 hour 11 minutes ago
… in Jigawa state in northern Nigeria late on Tuesday after … told Reuters by telephone. Watch | Nigeria: Fuel tanker explosion kills 48 … he said. Many roads in Nigeria, Africa's most populous … were killed in north-central Nigeria when a fuel tanker exploded …

I generate 15% of Nigeria’s electricity – Davido’s Dad

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… generates 15 per cent of Nigeria’s electricity. The billionaire businessman … about 15 per cent of Nigeria’s electricity. I’ve Chinese … biggest thermal power plant in Nigeria to be launched in January …

147 die as fuel tanker explodes in Nigeria

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… overturned late on Tuesday in Nigeria's northern state of … those affected. Many roads in Nigeria are poorly maintained and riven … were killed in north-central Nigeria when a fuel tanker exploded …

Nigeria Denies Apologising To Libya Over Super Eagles Detention Incident

1 hour 46 minutes ago
… misrepresents the phone correspondence between Nigeria’s Minister of Foreign Affairs … all, the federal government of Nigeria only shares a diplomatic relationship … government.” The statement emphasised that: “Nigeria remains unequivocal in expressing its …

Onu dedicated patriot, inspiration for better Nigeria – Nnamani

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… see a progressive and cohesive Nigeria. The former Minister of Science … to a united and progressive Nigeria. “Dr. Onu was not … a pivotal role in shaping Nigeria’s party politics. As national … for a better future for Nigeria,” Nnamani stated. He prayed that …
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