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Nation News.com 

Olympics a game changer for Morgan

Throughout this summer’s Paris Olympic Games, the eyes of an entire nation were fixed on Barbados’ four athletes, who proudly represented their country on the grandest stage in athletics. Yet, in the years to come, it might be argued that the most significant Barbadian impact in France came not from the athletes on the field, […]

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Times Union 

The Latest: Day 2 of the DNC will feature the Obamas and second gentleman Doug Emhoff

The Democratic National Convention heads into its second day Tuesday. Former President Barack Obama, Michelle Obama and second gentleman Doug Emhoff will speak at the DNC, a day after the unofficial farewell for President Joe Biden, who served eight years as Obama’s vice president. Biden won’t be in the hall to see his former running mate speak, as he departed Chicago after delivering his own speech. With President Biden having addressed delegates, the week’s full focus now turns to Vice President Kamala Harris and her running mate... Читать дальше...

PYMNTS.com 

Lowe’s Looks to Grow With Pros as Consumer Demand Dwindles

The home improvement market could use some improvement itself. That’s the latest from Lowe’s Companies Inc. During its second-quarter 2024 earnings call Tuesday (Aug. 20), the company revised its annual forecasts downward, citing a challenging macroeconomic environment dampening consumer spending on home improvement projects. As a result, and for the sixth straight quarter, Lowe’s posted […]

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The New Republic 

DNC Responds to Gaza Protest in Worst Way Possible

Several major lawmakers, from Representative Alexandria Ocasio Cortez to President Joe Biden, made mention of the atrocities in Gaza during the first night of the Democratic National Convention on Monday. But among the crowd and behind the scenes, efforts to cover up mention of the genocide were still underway.

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Voice of America 

US sanctions former Haitian president over drug trafficking

WASHINGTON — The United States on Tuesday imposed sanctions on Haiti's former president, Michel Joseph Martelly, over drug trafficking, accusing him of playing a significant role in perpetuating the ongoing crisis in the country. The U.S. Treasury Department in a statement said Martelly "abused his influence to facilitate the trafficking of dangerous drugs, including cocaine, destined for the United States." The department said he also worked with Haitian drug traffickers, sponsored multiple... Читать дальше...

The Punch 

IBEDC pledges faster fault resolution in Oyo, Ogun

The Ibadan Electricity Distribution Company has embarked on a series of visits and engagements with its maximum-demand customers in Oyo and Ogun States. The initiative, according to a statement signed by the firm on Tuesday, is a strategic move to enhance customer satisfaction and service delivery. Leading the initiative, the Ag. Managing Director, IBEDC, Engr.

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