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Africa · Business · World
Regional Summit Ends With Pledge to Double Clean Energy Investment
Leaders from eighteen countries committed to shared grid projects and a joint fund aimed at bringing power to underserved communities.
Africa · Science
Drought-Resistant Wheat Boosts Harvests Across Dryland Farming Belt
Farmers taking part in a three-year trial reported yields up by nearly a third despite one of the driest seasons on record.
Americas · Business · World
Trade Bloc Agrees to Cut Tariffs on Farm Goods
Ministers signed off on a phased reduction covering grain, fruit and dairy, a move exporters say will open markets worth billions.
Asia · Technology · World
High-Speed Rail Line Links Two Capitals in Under Three Hours
The first passenger service departed on schedule this morning, completing a journey that previously took most of a day by road.
Europe · Lifestyle
Alpine Towns Trial Car-Free Summers to Ease Overtourism
Shuttle buses and bike lanes will replace private vehicles in four mountain resorts under a pilot scheme backed by local businesses.
Middle East · Technology · World
Desalination Plant Opens to Supply Water for Two Million Residents
The solar-assisted facility is among the largest in the region and is expected to ease pressure on rapidly shrinking aquifers.
National · Politics
City Council Approves Plan for 10,000 Affordable Homes
The decade-long programme will convert disused rail yards and office blocks into mixed-income neighbourhoods near public transport.
Artificial Intelligence · Business · Technology
Chipmaker Unveils Processor Built for On-Device AI
The company says its new design can run voice and vision models without a network connection while using a fraction of the power.
Artificial Intelligence · Health
Hospitals Adopt AI Triage Tools as Regulators Draft New Rules
Emergency departments report shorter waiting times, but watchdogs want clearer standards on testing, oversight and patient consent.
Business · National
Startups Flock to Port Meridian as Tax Incentives Take Effect
More than 300 young companies have registered in the harbour district since January, according to figures from the city chamber.
Business · Politics
Central Bank Holds Rates Steady, Signals Patience
Policymakers left borrowing costs unchanged for a fourth meeting and said they want more evidence before considering a cut.