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Health checks proposed for commercial drivers over 65
Commercial vehicle drivers will have to undergo physical examinations from the age of 65 in order to keep their driving licence in future, under a government proposal aimed at boosting road safety. Currently, only those aged 70 or above have to submit a fitness certificate. In a paper submitted to Legco, licences for commercial drivers
How African Businesses Can Outcompete Imported Brands
African markets are dynamic, but local businesses often find themselves in a fierce battle for consumer attention against well-established international brands. From consumer goods to technology, imported products often benefit from perceived quality, aggressive marketing, and economies of scale. However, this challenge presents a unique opportunity for astute African entrepreneurs to innovate, differentiate, and ultimately
Oil Prices Reach $100 as Iran Threatens Strait of Hormuz Blockage
Global oil prices have surged past the $100-per-barrel mark. Escalating tensions involving Iran and threats to block the strategic Strait of Hormuz are shaking energy markets. It is raising fears of a major supply disruption. This spike shows growing concern that one of the world’s most critical oil transit routes could be severely restricted or
Oil prices fallout: OPEC producers boost output after Iran strikes
A coalition of OPEC, Russia and allied oil-producing nations agreed Sunday to boost output by a larger-than-expected amount in a move that could help offset any shortfall from Iran amid this weekend's strikes.Why it matters: The OPEC+ boost of 206,000 barrels per day is an early sign of how producers and companies will respond to
Oil prices briefly top $110 after attacks on Gulf energy facilities
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BitGo Prices IPO, Marking One of the First Crypto Listings of 2026
BitGo Prices IPO, Marking One of the First Crypto Listings of 2026 Journalist Tanzeel Akhtar Journalist Tanzeel Akhtar Part of the Team Since Feb 2018 About Author Tanzeel Akhtar has been reporting on cryptocurrency and blockchain technology since 2015. Her work has appeared in leading publications including The Wall Street Journal, Bloomberg, CoinDesk, Bitcoin... Last
Chocolate prices high before Christmas despite cocoa fall
After soaring for nearly two years, cocoa prices dropped sharply in 2025. However, chocolate, in demand ahead of the festive holiday season, has seen prices rise. AFP examines the reasons for the divergence and the current state of the cocoa market. – West Africa at heart – Ivory Coast and Ghana are the world’s biggest
Crypto prices again muted as gold surges to new record, U.S. stocks advance
Crypto prices again muted as gold surges to new record, U.S. stocks advance Bitcoin for the moment was unable to hold the $90,000 level reached prior to the U.S. market open. Dec 22, 2025, 5:45 p.m. Crypto bulls are again watching from the sidelines as the debasement trade continues and risk assets generally move broadly higher
Why 2025 has been such a historic year for oil — with prices set to finish near a 5-year low
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CubeSmart Prices Offering Of $450.0 Mln Of 5.125% Senior Unsecured Notes Due 2035
(RTTNews) - CubeSmart (CUBE) announced that its operating partnership, CubeSmart, L.P., priced an offering of $450.0 million aggregate principal amount of 5.125% senior unsecured notes due 2035 in an underwritten public offering. The Notes were priced at 98.656% of the principal amount with a yield to maturity of 5.295%. The Notes will be fully and
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New soft wearable device could support at-home sleep monitoring
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Health checks proposed for commercial drivers over 65
Commercial vehicle drivers will have to undergo physical examinations from the age of 65 in order to keep their driving licence in future, under a government proposal aimed at boosting road safety. Currently, only those aged 70 or above have to submit a fitness certificate. In a paper submitted to Legco, licences for commercial drivers
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How African Businesses Can Outcompete Imported Brands
African markets are dynamic, but local businesses often find themselves in a fierce battle for consumer attention against well-established international brands. From consumer goods to technology, imported products often benefit from perceived quality, aggressive marketing, and economies of scale. However, this challenge presents a unique opportunity for astute African entrepreneurs to innovate, differentiate, and ultimately
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Amitabh Bachchan joins Policybazaar as brand ambassador for new insurance awareness campaign
Actor Amitabh Bachchan has been appointed as the new brand ambassador for Policybazaar as the company launches a nationwide campaign aimed at encouraging more Indians to invest in health and term insurance. The initiative, titled Parivaar Sabse Pehle, seeks to highlight the importance of financial protection and timely insurance planning for families across the country.
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Why Corporate Reputation Beats Advertising for Sales in Africa
In the dynamic and increasingly scrutinised African business landscape, companies are constantly vying for market share and customer loyalty. While advertising has long been the traditional vehicle for driving sales, a critical shift is underway: corporate reputation is now proving to be a far faster, and often more powerful, accelerator of sales than even the