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Suspended PIC chief investment officer bows out

Today at 16:17 PM, via Daily Investor

The Public Investment Corporation, Africa’s largest money manager, and Chief Investment Officer Kabelo Rikhotso have agreed to terminate their employment relationship on an amicable basis.

South Africa

 Gauteng makes progress in fight against TB

Today at 15:07 PM, via SAnews

 Gauteng makes progress in fight against TB

As South Africa observes TB Awareness Month in March, the Gauteng Department of Health (GDoH) has reported sustained progress in the fight against tuberculosis, particularly in reducing mortality, improving treatment outcomes and maintaining strong case detection.In the first three quarters (Q1 – Q3) of the current 2025/26 financial...

World

News24 | Oman port and tanker hit as Iran strikes the Gulf

Today at 14:56 PM, via News24

An Oman port and an oil tanker off its coast were attacked on Sunday, official media said, marking the first strikes on the sultanate – which mediated US-Iran talks – since Tehran launched a retaliation campaign.

Education

ICE has detained this high schooler for 10 months. Here’s what he and his classmates want you to know

Today at 16:00 PM, via The Guardian

Dylan Lopez Contreras, a senior at Ellis Prep academy, was taken by ICE in May. The Guardian invited him and five of his classmates to share their lives and dreams

The students at Ellis Prep academy – like most high schoolers – have a lot on their mind right now.

Essay deadlines, college applications, younger siblings and dance rehearsals. But also, the immigration operations across the US and...

Education

UK teachers and parents urged to talk to children about Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes

Today at 16:00 PM, via The Guardian

Experts say trusted adults must be brave and discuss issue or risk children looking for answers from unsafe sources

Teachers and parents in the UK need to be brave and discuss Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes with children and young people or risk them looking for answers from dubious or dangerous sources, according to experts who will host the first public seminar for schools on the issue.

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Education

A Rock Star Philosopher

Today at 12:01 PM, via New York Times

Michael Sandel, the Harvard professor, has been predicting this political moment for decades. We called him to discuss where we go from here.

Science/Tech

World braces for an oil price shock

Today at 15:00 PM, via TechCentral

Brent crude jumped 10% to $80/barrel on Sunday as the US and Israeli strike on Iran sparked fears of $100 oil imminently.

Health

Banks Are Becoming Bulwarks for Vulnerable Seniors

Yesterday at 15:23 PM, via New York Times

Older Americans are losing billions of dollars annually to financial exploitation. Banks and investment firms are training employees to spot red flags and stop the transactions.