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President Infantino will seek re-election in March, FIFA says
Infantino, who had previously announced that he would seek a fourth term in March next year, has faced calls to resign from UEFA, the AFC and CONCACAF, after his plan to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup and other FIFA events was scrapped amid widespread backlash in July. By Reuters September 7, 2026
US trade war: What if Russian oil is excluded from markets? Envoy Alipov warns ‘world will not cope’
Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov stated that the global energy market would struggle without Russian oil and emphasised Russia's readiness to meet India's oil needs amidst sanctions. He criticised pressure tactics from other countries that hinder better deals for India. Russian envoy warns world energy market can't afford exclusion of Russian oil (Images: @AmbRus_India/X, Brian Kushner/MarineTraffic.com)
UAE introduces new VAT rules for crypto payments
The UAE just gave crypto payments a tax rulebook. The Federal Tax Authority issued Directive on Tax Transactions No. 3 of 2026 in mid-July, laying out exactly how businesses must handle digital currency conversions when reporting Value Added Tax. The core requirement: any company receiving crypto as payment for goods or services must convert those
Using Your Smartphone While on the Toilet Could Increase Risk of Hemorrhoids
What seems like a harmless toilet habit might lead to hemorrhoids, causing discomfort in the future...
Sun King to Launch Its Own Smartphone Brand on Financing Options, Targets Digital Inclusion in Africa
Sun King, the off-grid solar pay-as-you-go company is set to venture into the smartphone business, in a bold move to expand its portfolio beyond solar home systems. The company, known for revolutionizing energy access across Africa through its pay-as-you-go solar products, plans to launch its own line of smartphones—offered through the same financing model that
Shrink your smartphone for just $90
Science & Nature The NanoPhone offers smartphone perks in a shrunken size.
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2024 smartphone shipments in China reach 285 million units, Vivo leads the market
In 2024, smartphone shipments in mainland China reached 285 million units, a year-on-year growth of 4%, according to market analyst firm Canalys. Vivo led the annual market with a 17% share and shipments of 49.3 million units, while Huawei ranked second with a 16% share and 46 million units shipped...
Is the giant smartphone trend dying? This mini one says “yes”
Science & Nature At less than four inches long, it still does everything you want.
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This tiny smartphone proves size doesn’t matter
Science & Nature Get it for $90 with our end-of-year sale.
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Smartphone videos of the sit-to-stand test predict osteoarthritis and health outcomes in a nationwide study
An overview of our web application to collect and analyze movement data. Credit: npj Digital Medicine (2023). DOI: 10.1038/s41746-023-00775-1 Musculoskeletal conditions—which encompass impairments of the joints, bones, or muscles—affect more than 1.5 billion people around the world. Like most health problems, catching these issues early could potentially prevent serious disorders, but few quantitative and objective
How Much Detail of the Moon Can Your Smartphone Really Capture?
I love this question from Youtuber Marques Brownlee, who goes by MKBHD. He asks: "What is a photo?" It's a deep question.Just think about...
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President Infantino will seek re-election in March, FIFA says
Infantino, who had previously announced that he would seek a fourth term in March next year, has faced calls to resign from UEFA, the AFC and CONCACAF, after his plan to sell a 20% stake in the World Cup and other FIFA events was scrapped amid widespread backlash in July. By Reuters September 7, 2026
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US trade war: What if Russian oil is excluded from markets? Envoy Alipov warns ‘world will not cope’
Russian Ambassador Denis Alipov stated that the global energy market would struggle without Russian oil and emphasised Russia's readiness to meet India's oil needs amidst sanctions. He criticised pressure tactics from other countries that hinder better deals for India. Russian envoy warns world energy market can't afford exclusion of Russian oil (Images: @AmbRus_India/X, Brian Kushner/MarineTraffic.com)
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UAE introduces new VAT rules for crypto payments
The UAE just gave crypto payments a tax rulebook. The Federal Tax Authority issued Directive on Tax Transactions No. 3 of 2026 in mid-July, laying out exactly how businesses must handle digital currency conversions when reporting Value Added Tax. The core requirement: any company receiving crypto as payment for goods or services must convert those
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BNB Chain prioritizes sustainable business models over gas fee cuts
For half a decade, blockchain networks have been locked in a race to the bottom on gas fees. BNB Chain just stepped off the track. Nina Rong, BNB Chain’s Growth Director, said on September 6 that the network’s priority is no longer reducing transaction costs. Instead, she argued the industry needs to build sustainable business
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DASH Price Eyes $500 Rally as Activity Surges and Financial Integration Expands
The DASH price is gaining bullish momentum as buyers strengthen their control and market activity accelerates. Technical indicators support the recovery, although elevated momentum could bring short-term consolidation. Growing network utility and financial integration further strengthen the cryptocurrency’s broader outlook. At the time of writing, DASH is trading at $66.84 with a 24-hour trading volume