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Alphabet and Microsoft Earnings Ahead of Fed Decision Test Market Rally

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On Wednesday, October 28, 2026, two of the world’s leading technology companies, Alphabet and Microsoft, released their quarterly earnings reports after the U.S. stock market closed. These announcements came at a critical juncture, coinciding…

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Marissa Mayer’s AI Assistant Sparks Debate Over Technology and Parenting

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Marissa Mayer, former CEO of Yahoo and founder of the AI startup Dazzle, recently found herself at the centre of a public debate after revealing how she used her company’s AI assistant to help…

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COPE Signals Openness to Coalitions Ahead of 2026 Local Government Elections

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As South Africa approaches its local government elections scheduled for 4 November 2026, the Congress of the People (COPE) has indicated its readiness to engage in coalition talks with any political party. This position…

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XREAL Aura Wired XR Glasses Launch with Android XR Platform

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XREAL has introduced its new wired XR glasses called Aura, which are powered by Google's Android XR platform. The launch took place on October 28, 2026, at Google's Android Developer Summit. These glasses are…

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Vertiv Reports Robust Q3 Growth Amid Accelerating AI Infrastructure Demand

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Vertiv Holdings Co, a leading provider of critical digital infrastructure, has delivered a strong third-quarter performance for 2026, underscoring the rapid expansion of AI-driven data centre infrastructure. The company reported net sales of $4.313…

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Microsoft Offers Voluntary Buyouts to About a Quarter of Its Workforce Amid Major AI Investments

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Microsoft has announced a significant voluntary buyout programme targeting roughly 60,000 employees worldwide, representing about 27% of its total workforce as of mid-2026. The offer, unveiled on 26 October 2026 by Chief People Officer…

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Volkswagen Considers Using Chinese-Developed Software Platform for Future European Electric Vehicles

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Volkswagen is reportedly exploring the possibility of adopting a software platform it developed in China, known as the China Electronic Architecture (CEA), for some of its future electric vehicles in Europe. The CEA was…

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Instagram Tests Longer Widescreen Videos to Rival YouTube

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Instagram is expanding its video offerings by testing a new long-form, widescreen video format called "Features," which allows creators to upload videos up to 90 minutes in length. This marks a significant shift for…

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Senator Susan Collins Secures Partial Tariff Relief on Canadian Goods Ahead of Midterms

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In a significant development just days before the 2026 US midterm elections, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on October 23, 2026, modifying the scope of tariffs imposed on Canadian products. This move exempts…

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Apple Unveils New iPad Mini with Bigger OLED Screen and Faster Chip

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Apple has introduced the latest iPad Mini, bringing its smallest tablet a fresh look and some powerful upgrades. The new model features a larger 8.5-inch OLED screen, replacing the older 8.3-inch LCD display. Despite…

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Sony Revives WH-1000XM4 Headphones with WH-1000XM4C Featuring Replaceable Battery

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Sony has reintroduced a refreshed version of its widely acclaimed WH-1000XM4 headphones, launching the WH-1000XM4C in September 2026. The original WH-1000XM4, released in 2020, became a best-seller with over 10 million units sold worldwide,…

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Fantasy Football Free Agents to Watch: Coleman, Cooper, and Willis Shine in Week 7

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As the NFL season hits its midpoint, fantasy football players are looking for key free agents to boost their teams. Three names stand out after Week 7: running back Jonah Coleman of the Denver…

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AI Agents Are Trying to Work as Real Journalists, But Editors Aren’t Buying It

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Recently, a new kind of AI is trying to break into journalism. These aren’t just chatbots you talk to—they are autonomous AI agents that reach out on their own, pitching stories and investigative ideas…

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Ramaphosa Urges Lifting of Sanctions on Zimbabwe to Ease Regional Burdens

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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, who also serves as chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), has renewed calls for the complete and unconditional lifting of sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe. Speaking on 25…

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Kenya Releases First Group of Ebola Contacts After Completing Quarantine

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Kenya has marked a significant milestone in its efforts to contain the recent Ebola outbreak by releasing the first group of 20 individuals who had been quarantined as contacts of confirmed cases. These individuals…