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Composite: Rita Liu/The Guardian/Getty Images/Just Futures LawOver the past decade, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency (Ice) has amassed millions of data points that it uses to identify and track its targets – from social media posts to location history and, most recently, tax information.And there’s been one, multibillion-dollar tech company particularly instrumental in enabling Ice to put all that data to work: Palantir, the data analytics firm co-founded by Peter Thiel, the rightwing mega-donor and tech investor.For years, little was known about how Ice uses Palantir’s technology. The company has consistently described itself as a “data processor” and…

NewsFeedSeveral Western nations, including the UK, Australia, and Canada, have formally recognised Palestine, drawing praise from Palestinians and outrage from the Israeli government, which insists it will never allow a Palestinian state.Published On 22 Sep 202522 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2Share

Welcome to Lit Trivia, the Book Review’s regular quiz about books, authors and literary culture. This week’s tests your memory of books you may have read during your school days — specifically, the plots of much-loved novels for young readers. In the five multiple-choice questions below, tap or click on the answer you think is correct. After the last question, you’ll find links to the books.

84 Lean principles, once seen as tools only for global corporations in developed markets, are now taking root across Africa. In today’s competitive economy, where businesses grapple with rising costs, tough regulations, and shifting consumer demand, African companies are learning that efficiency and innovation are not optional—they are survival strategies. Lean thinking focuses on reducing waste, streamlining processes, and delivering more value to the customer. On a continent where resources are scarce, infrastructure challenges are common, and operating costs are high, the application of lean is not only practical but also transformational. Across telecoms, aviation, rail, food processing, and beverages,…

Kenya is toasting a golden generation of female track stars after they led the nation to second place in the medal table behind the United States at the 2025 World Athletics Championships.Female runners won six of the East African nation’s seven gold medals in Tokyo, sweeping top spot on the podium in every event from 800m up to the marathon.That remarkable run of victories culminated in a stunning upset as Lilian Odira won the 800m on Sunday, shattering her personal best by nearly two seconds as well as a 42-year-old championship record in the process.What makes the feat even more…

European officials warn Israel over West Bank annexation plans following moves towards recognitionWe are restarting our live coverage of Israel’s war on Gaza and the diplomacy around it.European officials have reportedly warned Israel not to annex parts of the occupied West Bank in retaliation for western countries recognition of Palestinian statehood.The UK, Australia and Canada all formally recognised Palestinian statehood on Sunday, in a historic move that put three major US allies at odds with the Trump administration and drew an immediate, angry response from Israel.Portugal also recognised Palestine yesterday, and France is among the European countries expected to do…

NYC mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani will not be participating in a Town Hall event with WABC this week due to the parent company’s decision to suspend Jimmy Kimmel Live. “We cannot understand this moment of authoritarianism as solely coming from the White House, when it is also characterized by the cowardice of those in response to it — the cowardice that we have seen typified whether by the parent company of ABC or by so-called leaders like Andrew Cuomo and Eric Adams looking to the White House for their path to their future ambition. I am running to be the…

A disabled Nigerian man who has lived in the UK for almost 40 years has won an appeal to stay in the country despite the Home Office wanting to deport him.Anthony Olubunmi George, 63, came to the UK at the age of 24 in 1986. He has not left the UK since and has no criminal convictions. He had two strokes in 2019 that left him with speech and mobility issues.George has endured periods of homelessness and says he has lost count of the number of friends who have given him shelter over the years. He says he no longer…

On a long, sun-baked highway in Kayonza, tired passengers shuffle off a bus and into a roadside haven. The air is thick with the scent of fresh Rwandan coffee. At Bashana’s Coffee & Fastfood, commonly referred to as ‘ku imigongo’, young baristas move swiftly behind the counter, serving different drinks and treats. Travellers stretch, laugh, and step into spotless restrooms before continuing their journey. It’s hard to believe that just seven years ago, this same stretch of road offered little more than long drives and silence. No coffee. No clean stopovers. No place to rest. That gap is what Charles Bashana…

Bitcoin’s Role in The Future of Finance Since its creation in 2009, Bitcoin (BTC) has grown from a niche digital experiment into the world’s most recognized cryptocurrency and a trillion-dollar asset class. As governments, institutions, and individuals continue to adopt Bitcoin as both a store of value and a payment system, its role in the financial system has never been stronger. In 2025, Bitcoin’s mainstream adoption has accelerated. More than just a speculative asset, it has become a foundation for building long-term digital wealth. Investors worldwide are seeking stable ways to benefit from Bitcoin’s growth—without being exposed to the volatility…