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NamibiaHuanggang Port Upgrade
The redeveloped Huanggang Port will adopt a joint clearance mode, reducing wait times. Registration is required on both sides of the border for the 'joint clearance' service.
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NamibiaLidl GB Sales Rise 10%
Lidl GB's sales have increased by over 10% due to price cuts and its Deluxe range. The company plans to open over 50 new stores as part of a $793 million investment.
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NamibiaPhoenix Planet Found
Astronomers discover a second-generation planet orbiting a white dwarf star, a world formed from the remains of its dead star. This finding is the first of its kind and sheds new light on the possibility of planetary formation after a star's death.
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NamibiaMusk Regains Trillionaire Status
SpaceX shares surge past 5%, reaching $167, after the company's AI business and Starship progress. Musk's net worth gains $30.6 billion in one day, putting him more than $628 billion ahead of Jeff Bezos.
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NamibiaSaturn Shines Bright
October skywatchers can see Saturn at opposition, catch meteors from Halley’s Comet during the Orionid peak, and watch the Moon sweep past the Pleiades star cluster. The best viewing for the Orionid meteor shower should come before dawn after the Moon sets.
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NamibiaO'Connell, A'zion to Lead Film
Jack O'Connell and Odessa A'zion will star in The End of the World as We Know It, a film about two people who meet on a pilgrimage to prove the Earth is flat. The film is the feature debut of directors Ross White and Tom Berkeley.
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NamibiaPhysicists Find New Type of Magnetism
Altermagnets have no net magnetization, but electrons behave as if the material were magnetic, making them attractive for spintronics. This new type of magnetism combines features of ferromagnetism and antiferromagnetism.
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NamibiaAncient DNA Reveals First Americans
Researchers suggest the first people arrived in the Americas between 14,000 and 20,000 years ago, based on analysis of ancient DNA and archaeological evidence. The study narrows down the timeline of human migration to the Americas.
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NamibiaPrimavera Sound 2027 Lineup Revealed
Phoebe Bridgers, Massive Attack, and Doechii are among the headliners for the 25th anniversary edition of Primavera Sound Barcelona, which takes place from June 2 to 5, 2027. The festival features a diverse lineup of artists, including Turnstile, Robyn, and Fontaines D.C.
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NamibiaTuchel Praises Scott
Thomas Tuchel praised Alex Scott’s all-round display in the 7-0 win in Croatia, saying England needs more midfield options. Scott marked his first international start with an outstanding performance alongside Elliot Anderson.
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NamibiaDjokovic Stays Perfect in Beijing
Novak Djokovic defeated Alexander Zverev to reach the China Open semi-finals, extending his unbeaten record in Beijing to 32 matches. The 39-year-old Serbian will play Daniil Medvedev in the last four.
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NamibiaAustralia Names Rugby League World Cup Squad
Penrith star Isaah Yeo was named captain for Australia's defence of their Rugby League World Cup title, while Latrell Mitchell returns after a long absence. The team will compete in a slimmed-down competition featuring 10 teams from October 15-November 15.
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NamibiaCSL $1.6B Deal
CSL agrees to pay up to $1.6 billion for a rare disease drug. The deal includes an initial payment of $355 million to Alentis.
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NamibiaSchneider Electric Buys PTC
Schneider Electric is near a deal to buy PTC for over $20 billion. The acquisition is expected to expand Schneider Electric's industrial software offerings.
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NamibiaInvestors Remain Positive on Netflix Amid Growth Concerns
Despite concerns over slowing growth, investors remain optimistic about Netflix's long-term prospects. Co-CEO Ted Sarandos acknowledged the company's growth is not meeting expectations, but analysts still see opportunities in the streaming giant. The company's stock has been a market laggard lately, but investors are not losing sight of its potential.