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In an effort to deepen economic ties between Japan and Africa, the African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI), Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG) and Nippon Export and Investment Insurance (NEXI) co-hosted a high-level side event on the margins of the Ninth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD9) in Yokohama, Japan. The event brought together senior government officials, investors, development finance institutions and private sector stakeholders, including leading Japanese companies, to explore actionable strategies for mobilising more sustainable Japanese investment in Africa. Japanese companies have been increasingly exploring Africa’s high-growth markets across various sectors, including infrastructure, telecommunications, manufacturing, and…

As he walked into his first Friday news conference of the season, coach Ruben Amorim was keen to point out the upgrade Manchester United’s Carrington training center has undergone over the summer. A designated media theater has been set up in the first-team building as part of the £50 million revamp and on his first visit, a smiling Amorim was suitably impressed.”Better, eh?” he said as he sat down in front of reporters to answer questions ahead of Arsenal’s trip to Old Trafford on the opening weekend of the Premier League campaign.All of ESPN. All in one place.Watch your favorite…

In January 2019, news outlets across the world reported that the actor Jussie Smollett had been the victim of a particularly vile and disturbing hate crime. Smollett – who was, at the time, best known for his leading role in Fox’s music drama Empire – had been set upon in the early hours of the morning in his Chicago neighbourhood by two white men who had racially and homophobically abused him (Smollett is gay and mixed race). During a bitter cold snap in the city, the men had poured bleach on him and even tied a noose around his neck,…

In a world where design has become a central component of every product we purchase, medical equipment has not been left behind. The key question facing designers and medical equipment manufacturers is: How does aesthetic design affect people’s willingness to adopt and use medical products? The answer is more complex than it seems, raising deep psychological, social, and cultural aspects. The Psychology of Initial Rejection Many medical products initially evoke emotional rejection. A wheelchair, hearing aid, or walker symbolize for many a constant reminder of their physical limitations. Aesthetic design serves as a crucial factor in overcoming this resistance. Products…

It may be on day two of the Women’s Rugby World Cup but Scotland’s meeting with Wales on Saturday afternoon has the hallmarks of one of the tournament’s most important group games.Canada are likely to win Group B, meaning the Celtic clash in Salford may effectively represent a knockout game less than 24 hours after the tournament kicks off. The stakes are high, as is motivation for Scotland on multiple fronts.They will be fuelled by erasing the painful memory of the last World Cup in 2022, when a first appearance in 12 years saw them narrowly lose to both Australia…

I spent eight months (and counting) testing dozens of massagers across a variety of categories, including (but not limited to) percussive therapy guns, foot massagers, and compression goggles.To assess performance in everyday situations, I incorporated them into regular routines: post-workout recovery, desk-bound workdays, and nighttime wind-downs. I evaluated each device based on build quality, ease of use, and overall value. This involved checking motor strength and consistency, battery life (if applicable), the functionality of extra features, and how effectively each massager targets specific muscle groups. I also considered individual body types and sensitivities.Lastly, I prioritized long-term reliability and customer support.…

Police say the former leader is accused of misuse of public funds in relation to a trip to London.Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe has been arrested and appeared in court over allegations he misused state funds while in office, police say.Wickremesinghe, 76, who led the country during a devastating 2019-2024 economic crisis, had been investigated over a visit he made to London to attend his wife’s graduation, local media reported on Friday.Police confirmed his arrest for alleged misuse of public funds.“Former President Ranil Wickremesinghe has been arrested and produced in court. We are awaiting the court directive to decide…

A court case challenging Eswatini’s acceptance of five people deported by the US has been postponed until September, after the attorney general failed to show up in court on Friday, according to one of the NGOs that brought the case.The men from Vietnam, Jamaica, Laos, Yemen and Cuba, who the US said were dangerous criminals, were flown to the small southern African country in July, as the administration of Donald Trump bids to deport millions of immigrants and asylum seekers.The men’s imprisonment, at the maximum security Matsapha correctional centre, caused outrage in Eswatini, formerly Swaziland, whose king, Africa’s last absolute…

Dr. Sandra Chioma Adaogechi Ikeh, the visionary founder of The Gurufied Brand Global, has shared key insights into the values and philosophy driving her growing influence in the global wellness and beauty industry. In an exclusive interview with journalists at her office, Dr. Ikeh revealed that the success and international recognition of her brand are rooted in an unwavering commitment to excellence and service–not merely the pursuit of profit. She explained that her mission to build a wellness empire that inspires individuals to care for their body, mind, and soul has been the central force guiding her journey. “With my…

A United Nations-backed global hunger monitor has determined that famine is now occurring in Gaza City and its surrounding area.The Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) had previously warned that Gaza was on the verge of famine, but now says for the first time that the events of the past few months – including a new Israeli offensive, increased displacement and weeks of total Israeli blockade of the territory – have made famine a reality in Gaza.The IPC experts warn that famine will spread to other areas of Gaza if nothing is done to stop Israel’s war and ramp up…