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The US Federal Reserve Cuts Key Interest Rate Introduction The US Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday that it would be cutting its key lending rate by half a percentage-point. This is the first rate reduction since the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic and comes just weeks before the November presidential election. The move is aimed…

Lebanon Rocked by Series of Explosions Chaos Continues in Wake of Tragedy While Lebanon was still reeling from the shock of yesterday’s pager blasts that killed 12 people, the country has been shaken with a fresh series of nationwide walkie-talkie explosions, which have killed nine people so far and has injured hundreds. The explosions have…

UNEB: Exam Cheating Attracts a Fine of UGX 400M or 10 Years Imprisonment Exam Cheating Consequences in Uganda The Uganda National Examination Board (UNEB) recently made a bold statement regarding examination cheating in schools. According to Ms. Jeniffer Kalule Musamba, UNEB’s Public Relations Officer, candidates caught engaging in exam malpractice could face severe consequences such…

Welcome to the Spicy World of Indian Cuisine! Get Ready to Taste the Magic of Indian Spices Have you ever tried Indian food? If not, you are seriously missing out! Indian cuisine is a culinary journey like no other. From the tantalizing aroma of freshly ground spices to the vibrant colors of each dish, every…

Sen. J.D. Vance and the Story of Haitian Immigrants Eating Pets The Backlash Sen. J.D. Vance faced backlash Wednesday after a Wall Street Journal investigation revealed former President Donald Trump’s running mate knew there was no reason to believe Haitian immigrants were eating pets in Springfield, Ohio — but shared the story anyway. The Investigation…

The Undersecretary – Office of the President, Mr. Emmanuel Walani has urged the Resident District Commissioners (RDCs), Resident City and Commissioners (RCCs) and their deputies to make the achievements of the National Resistance Movement (NRM) vividly visible to Ugandans so that they are able to appreciate the government. Why it is important to showcase NRM…

Blu 3, Joshua Baraka to headline Blankets & Wine this September Exciting Lineup Announced Blu3 and Joshua Baraka Set to Thrill Fans Blu 3 and Joshua Baraka are set to thrill fans at the 2024 edition of Blankets and Wine which will be happening on September 29. The two will share the stage with artists…

MSNBC’s Morning Joe Hosts React to Trump’s Alaska-Afghanistan Mix-Up Emotional Reaction of MSNBC Hosts The hosts of MSNBC’s Morning Joe burst into laughter early Wednesday morning after replaying a video of Donald Trump “confusing Alaska and Afghanistan.” The apparent gaffe occurred at a town hall in Flint, Michigan, on Tuesday. Trump’s statement about Bagram in…