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IOC president says sports cut from 2032 Brisbane Games could return in future
IOC president Kirsty Coventry says sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program will have a path to return at future Summer Games.
IOC president Kirsty Coventry says sports cut from 2032 Brisbane Games could return in future
IOC president Kirsty Coventry says sports and medal events cut from the 2032 Brisbane Olympics program will have a path to return at future Summer Games.
2026 Madison summer festival guide
16 fests, fairs and events around Dane County to get on your calendar this summer.
Third Witcher 3 DLC Is Real! Songs of the Past Comes to PS5 in 2027
More details coming late summer
Billions in super PAC spending prompts Summer Lee, Bernie Sanders to call for strict limits
WASHINGTON — In a fierce political race two years ago to keep his U.S. Senate seat, Bob Casey was winning the battle to raise more money than his...
Devin Vassell summed up the defensive collapse this …
Devin Vassell summed up the defensive collapse this …
Everton's summer and the need for urgency
(Photo by George Wood/Getty Images)The 2025-26 season has come to a close with significant questions that need answering.Whether that’s by the owners, the CEO or the manager, Evertonians need to kno...
Blu Ocean Innovations Introduces AI Visibility Strategy As User Habits Shift
With a majority of consumers from all generations reporting using AI as a search engine, Blu Ocean Innovations, LLC announces the launch of the ...
Christian Menefee Defeats Al Green in Texas Democratic House Runoff
The showdown, manufactured by a Republican gerrymander, created one of many generational clashes consuming Democrats this cycle.
Solving real-world problems with AI
Arvish Pandey, a recent computer science graduate at the University of Cincinnati, is using artificial intelligence to better assess risk and prevent harm to the public. A downtown Cincinnati brawl that went viral last summer has sparked Pandey's recent research project dubbed "HORIZN."
Scientists say guava juice could make iron supplements work better
Researchers found that drinking guava juice may significantly improve anemia by helping the body absorb iron more efficiently. In a review of 17 studies, women and teenage girls who consumed guava juice — especially with iron supplements — experienced noticeable increases in hemoglobin levels. Since guava contains far more vitamin C than oranges, scientists believe it could become a simple, affordable nutrition tool in regions where anemia is widespread.
Millender Center's businesses say they have deadline to leave
Owners of small businesses within the Millender Center say their new landlord, Bedrock, has asked them to leave later this summer.
Summer Nights Entertainment Returns to Danville
Summer Nights Entertainment Returns to DanvilleThe Town of Danville is celebrating the season with Danville Loves Summer, a reminder that summer in Danville is about community gatherings, outdoor fun,
Health experts warn about tanning bed use
MADISON, Wis. — With summer approaching, UW Health is reminding people that evidence shows tanning beds directly cause skin cancer.
Summer Motion entertainment lineup announced
The lineup runs from July 2 to July 4.
Should Titans fans remember Hank Beatty's name this offseason?
Team gave Illinois WR nearly $250,000 in guaranteed money, a sum unsurpassed by any other undrafted free agent
How Real-World Gaming Became A Business Built On Escapism
Escape rooms and immersive gaming are booming as consumers spend more on shared experiences, emotional escapism and real-world connection.
Science center sets reopening date for domed theater
Dome has been undergoing refurbishments since last summer.
Wildfire smoke trapped in Oakridge threatens health equity and summer tourism economy
Science Kids and Unplug show learning is for all ages
Science Kids is a Sheridan-based nonprofit that has provided outdoor science education opportunities for children across northcentral Wyoming since 2009. The 501(c)(3)’s mission is to inspire curiosity and lifelong connections to science by getting kids outdoors for hands-on learning experiences. With summer right around the corner, Science Kids is about to enter its busiest time […]
Keeping your kids in the game: Preventing sports injuries
For minor injuries at home, parents can do RICE therapy--Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. If pain , swelling or limited movement lasts more than a few days, Consumer Reports suggests it may be a good idea to check in with your childs doctor
David Beckham To Speak At Forbes Iconoclast 2026 Summit, Convening The World’s Most Influential Business Leaders
Sir David Beckham, Partner, Authentic and Co-Owner, Inter Miami CF, will be a featured keynote speaker at the 2026 Forbes Iconoclast Summit, to be held on June 3 in New York City and virtually.
Julian Alvarez informs Atletico Madrid of desire for summer exit
For months, Atletico Madrid have been clear that Julian Alvarez will not be allowed to leave for Barcelona or any other club during the upcoming summer transfer window, but they may now need to consid...
Mental Health and the Summer Transition | The Post | FOX 4 Dallas-Fort Worth
It's the start of summer for many families in North Texas. Jake Minton from St. John's in Dallas joins The Post to talk about the transition to summertime and checking in on your child.
Bari Weiss: Think For Yourself, Not By Yourself
When we launched The Free Press, the plan was simple: Tell the truth plainly, and let readers come to their own conclusions. I thought there would be a sizable enough group of people who would pay the cost of one coffee a month to read high-quality news and opinion journalism. But what happened next surprised even me. Yes, you came for the stories—for the investigations, essays, debates, interviews, podcasts, and arguments. But over the past few years, you also found one another. I’ve watched strangers become friends in the lobby before our debates. I’ve seen people trade numbers after live recordings of Honestly, launch businesses after Free Press dinners, fall in love after our meetups—even get married (!?), and say some version of the same sentence over and over again: I thought I was the only one. We live in the most connected age in history, and yet, millions of people feel isolated, alienated, politically homeless, and starved for real conversation. We have followers and no neighbors. Algorithms instead of interlocutors. Our social media feeds are like troughs, but what we really need is a table to gather around. The Free Press is a publication, yes, but it is also a gathering place for independent minds. So today, I’m thrilled to share our new investment in you. We are launching a new world of community experiences for our paid subscribers, designed to bring _Free Press_ers together online and in real life. Introducing Our Community Launch The Free Press Forum Our new digital home for paid subscribers, the Forum, is now live. This is where _Free Press_ers can meet, debate, recommend, organize, joke, argue, and converse like civilized people. Imagine that. This is not social media as you know it. No bots. No algorithmic rage bait. No performative nonsense. Just smart people talking to one another. Inside the Forum, you’ll find conversations on the things our readers already care about most: the issues of the day, recommendations (books, music, travel), work and networking, parenting, dating, and where to find your people—online and in real life. Jump in! Introduce yourself and join the first conversations in the Free Press Forum here. You’ll also find announcements from us (paid subscribers are first to hear!) and our writers, hosting regular Ask Me Anythings (AMAs)—live conversations where subscribers can ask questions, push back, and continue the discussion beyond the page. This Thursday, subscribers can chat with our brilliant reporter, culture vulture, and co-founder Suzy Weiss. Friday, I’ll be lending you Nellie Bowles, queen of TGIF, to answer subscriber questions live. Read more about The Forum directly from Nellie here. The Free Press Supper Club The best part of being a _Free Press_er is meeting other _Free Press_ers. So we’re inviting you all to dinner to do just that. It’s part salon, part blind date, part old-fashioned dinner party. Here’s how it works: You answer a short questionnaire. We match you with a small group of _Free Press_ers in your city. We send you to a great restaurant. You show up for supper. The rest is up to you. Your next best friend, co-founder, or future spouse may already be waiting at the table. Learn more and sign up here for our first Supper Club in 12 cities in three countries taking place on June 18. Don’t see your city? Raise your hand if you’d like a Free Press Supper Club near you. Yes, St. Louis—we hear you. The Free Press Retreats and Excursions We’re also building something new for 2027: immersive experiences for Free Press readers who want to continue the conversation trailside, poolside, or around a fire long after dessert. The Free Press Retreat will be an intimate long weekend built around big ideas, outdoor adventure, great meals, and the kinds of discussions that happen when curious people spend meaningful time together. Bring your spouse, your parents, your children—or come on your own. Free Press Excursions will take us farther afield: curated trips with Free Press writers and contributors exploring places that help explain the world we live in, from the battlefields of Gettysburg and Normandy to the Vatican in Rome. We’ll share more details this summer. If you’d like an early look when these experiences open for registration, show your interest here.**A Note to Our Subscribers** These new offerings exist because of our paying subscribers. If you’re already one: Thank you. You built this. And you keep us going. If you’ve been reading us for free and wondering whether to join, this is a very good time. For a short while only, we’re offering a rare 20 percent discount for you to join our community as a paid subscriber. You’ll unlock everything we publish, plus exclusive access to our members-only Forum, Supper Clubs, and more insider perks. Thinking for yourself shouldn’t mean thinking by yourself. See you there. —Bari
Vikings Could Still Target 3 Positions This Summer for Upgrades
Either via free agency — the most probable route — or from trades, the Minnesota Vikings may not be finished […]
Bombing the Hell Out of Iran Sure is a Weird Way to Celebrate Peace With... Iran
Right as things were—by Trump’s telling—just about sewed up, the strikes resumed. The art of the deal!
Press Release: Summer Meal Site Location
Rowan County DSS and Public Health Partner with Rowan-Salisbury Schools to Provide Summer Meals for Children Rowan County Public Health, in collaboration with the Rowan County Department of Socia
City business goes on during holiday week
The Memorial Day weekend makes this week at City Hall a short one, and while many meetings, including the full board, have been canceled, things are still going on, including the scuttling of a controversial nonprofit contract, the future of Free City College, the city’s newest affordable housing initiative, and a summit for small businesses. […]
2026 college football coach rankings: Jon Sumrall, Brent Venables headline Power Four coaches ranked 68-26
CBS Sports experts have weighed in on the Power Four coaches ahead of the 2026 season
BREAKING: ESCP Dean Léon Laulusa To Step Down This Summer
Léon Laulusa will step down as dean of ESCP Business School this summer after leading the rollout of its Bold & United strategic plan.
NVIDIA GeForce Graphics Drivers 610.47 WHQL Drops Control Panel Support
NVIDIA has released its latest GeForce Graphics Drivers 610.47 WHQL today, introducing significant changes for consumer PC users. With this driver update, NVIDIA is retiring its Control Panel for GeForce Game Ready and Studio Drivers after 20 years of service. Starting with this version, users will ...
Google’s Fitbit Air Gives Whoop Some Serious Competition
The Fitbit Air, a new $100 screenless wearable from Alphabet Inc.’s Google, represents a major evolution in what consumers can expect from fitness trackers as tech companies race into an era of personalized health and artificial intelligence-powered wellness insights.
Google’s Fitbit Air Gives Whoop Some Serious Competition
The Fitbit Air, a new $100 screenless wearable from Alphabet Inc.’s Google, represents a major evolution in what consumers can expect from fitness trackers as tech companies race into an era of personalized health and artificial intelligence-powered wellness insights.
Russia summons Czech envoy over Orthodox cleric's drug arrest
The once-powerful bishop denies links to narcotics trafficking
Rating all Liverpool's signings after their record summer spree
BBC Sport assesses all of Liverpool's signings after they spent a record £415m last summer.
Pinterest Searches Increase With Sports Fans
With 600 million active monthly users, Pinterest is tracking sport-related in a trend report for the first time.
18 sports venues under scrutiny as FISU Technical Committee Chairs visit North Carolina
18 summer sports experts from 15 countries just spent 15 days visiting the future North Carolina 2029 FISU World University Games venue sites. The visitors, headed by Jing Zhao, FISU Summer Games Director and including Brian Carrer, Senior Sports Manager; Josh Miethke, Sports Manager; and Lara Bernassi, Sports Manager from FISU side took part to […]
Cleveland Metroparks announces lineup for summer concert series
There will be four concerts at Euclid Beach and then the other four will be at Edgewater Beach.
Trump’s advanced age and threats to his life serve as reminders of his own mortality
When President Donald Trump’s doctors release a summary of the physical exam he is scheduled to undergo Tuesday, the document is almost certain to conclude he remains in excellent health, if his previous assessments offer any indication.
Here are more than 20 festivals you can attend in Louisville this year
Festival season in Kentucky is here. Find your fun with this guide to over 20 summer festivals in Louisville.
Cheaper, Alternative Health Plans Are Having a Moment, but Critics Urge Caution
Congress' decision not to extend enhanced marketplace tax credits has boosted the appeal of alternative health coverage with lower monthly premiums. Consumer advocates dismiss the plans as "junk insurance,” while proponents say patients need alternatives to pricey marketplace options.
Williams to leave Liverpool this summer
Defender Rhys Williams will leave Liverpool when his contract expires at the end of June. The centre-half was part of Liverpool's FA Youth Cup-winning squad in 2019 and made his debut under Jurgen Klopp the following year. As injuries struck in defence, he played in 19 matches during the 2020-21 campaign to help the Reds clinch Champions League qualification with a third-placed finish in the Premier League.
2026 Lake Monsters Resurface
BURLINGTON, VT – The boys of summer are back in Burlington, with the Vermont Lake Monsters returning to Vermont for another summer. Hear from the players as they get ready for another season, in the video above.
Liverpool transfer news: Record-breaking price blows market wide open
Liverpool could have a problem on their hands as a gigantic price blows the transfer market wide open.It appears a transfer record will be broken this summer. The Telegraph reports that Nottingham For...
Barcelona sporting director in London to make another attempt to sign Premier League star
Julian Alvarez has been the hottest topic in Spanish footballing media right now, following bombshell reports of his desire to leave Atletico Madrid this summer.It is widely believed Alvarez is not ha...
Teladoc Health Faces Flat Sales And Weaker Revenue Per User Trends
Teladoc Health (NYSE:TDOC) is reporting flat sales over consecutive years, despite continued investment in its virtual care platform. Average revenue per user has been declining, pointing to weaker consumer monetization and softer engagement levels. Management has focused on broadening services, but this has not translated into stronger top line growth or higher earnings quality. The outlook for the next twelve months remains subdued, highlighting ongoing challenges for the...
India’s Scorching Nights Strain Power Grid and Threaten Health
India’s dangerously torrid summer days have long been a climate warning. Now the country is increasingly dealing with sweltering nights too, as global warming and poor urban planning put millions at risk.
Early preview of the Ravens’ most competitive positional battles
The Baltimore Ravens made plenty of notable additions to their roster through free agency and the draft this offseason. While the potential still exists for them to make more signings this summer, their full crop of players is largely set as OTAs continue and training camp is on the horizon. As usual, there will be […]
Global Mitochondrial Health Summit 2026: How nutraceuticals power cellular energy for longevity
Mitochondrial health is now recognized as vital for overall well-being and longevity. Leading clinicians, researchers, and educators on the emerging science behind the cellular powerhouse will be meeting on June 26 at the inaugural Global Mitochondrial Health Summit, hosted by Kaneka Ubiquinol.Ahead of the event in Sydney, Australia, Nutrition Insight speaks with Dr. Kazunori Hosoe, scientist and researcher at Kaneka Corporation, about advancements in mitochondrial science, gaps in nutraceutical products, and how the industry can communicate complex science with consumer-friendly messaging.
Entertainment Tuesday Trivia: Which movie gave birth to the phrase “summer blockbuster?”
Do you know which movie gave birth to the phrase "summer blockbuster?"
Gas prices rise 50% since February, straining Florida drivers and businesses
Plans for the summer family road trip may be stalled if something isn't done about fuel prices.
Rain doesn’t dampen Memorial Day business in Mystic
Rain on Memorial Day weekend didn’t stop customers from visiting Mystic businesses, with store owners reporting a strong unofficial start to summer.
Two Potential NHL Trade Fits For Sabres' Michael Kesselring
Which teams could look to acquire Sabres trade candidate Michael Kesselring this summer?
Forest must keep stars to progress
Nottingham Forest will fight to keep Morgan Gibbs-White and Elliot Anderson, with Vitor Pereira insisting they need to continue to build. The duo will be in-demand this summer with Manchester City and Manchester United interested in England midfielder Anderson. Gibbs-White only signed a new three-year deal last summer - after Tottenham came in for him - while Murillo penned a one-year extension to 2029 at the weekend.
Leeds 'remain ambitious' but transfer plans 'strategic and disciplined'
It will take "three long-fought seasons" before Leeds can "truly operate like an established Premier League side", chairman Paraag Marathe has said. The club statement comes just 10 days after Whites boss Daniel Farke said he is "not the right choice" to remain in charge if the club failed to match his ambition in the summer, after achieving survival and an impressive 14th-place finish on the Leed's return to the top flight. "While this year brought memorable highs and difficult moments, Daniel and the squad delivered a special campaign," he said.
14 books from JPMorgan's summer reading list: AI, World Cup, longevity
JPMorgan's 27th annual summer reading list features nonfiction books on trending topics, from AI to longevity.
Inter Dangling a Few Players in Front of EPL Sides
Inter won’t have a particularly lavish summer budget per se, but they are poised to significantly foot it through some sales, especially pertaining to excess players.According to Fabrizio Romano (vi...
Why Arsenal can go to the next level
Mikel Arteta has already said he wants "to have the parade with two big trophies" as he sets out to win the Champions League for the first time in Arsenal's history. Arsenal backed Arteta with about £250m of spending last summer as they looked to increase the quality and depth of their squad, and they brought in players like Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Zubimendi, who were categorised as 'win now' signings. Arteta wants to build a legacy of sustained success at Emirates Stadium and once the Champions League final is over, focus will move to tying him down to a new contract.
Impression 5 Science Center
Impression 5 Science Center talks about the new Career Exploration Series, When I Grow Up!, starting this summer.
This summer, I'm intentionally doing less with my 4 kids
Summer should be relaxing, but I always come out exhausted. This year, I'm determined to do less with my four kids.
Trump’s Science Advisor Calls Nuclear EO ‘Most Consequential Day’ Since Atoms for Peace in 1953
When a sitting administration’s top science advisor invokes Eisenhower’s 1953 Atoms for Peace speech to frame a present-day policy move, investors should pay attention. That is exactly what happened at the Operation Gigawatt Summit, where Michael Kratsios, Chief Science and Tech Policy Advisor to President Trump, anchored the case for a structural reordering of US ... Trump’s Science Advisor Calls Nuclear EO ‘Most Consequential Day’ Since Atoms for Peace in 1953
Trump's Science Advisor Calls Nuclear EO 'Most Consequential Day' Since Atoms for Peace in 1953
When a sitting administration’s top science advisor invokes Eisenhower’s 1953 Atoms for Peace speech to frame a present-day policy move, investors should pay attention. That is exactly what happened at the Operation Gigawatt Summit, where Michael Kratsios, Chief Science and Tech Policy Advisor to President Trump, anchored the case for a structural reordering of US ... Trump’s Science Advisor Calls Nuclear EO ‘Most Consequential Day’ Since Atoms for Peace in 1953
Scientists propose recommendations to G7 leaders over Arctic warming
Arctic summer sea ice has shrunk by half since the 1970s, and scientists advising G7 leaders warn that the consequences will be felt far beyond the polar region.
Arsenal told to sign two new players this summer
Neville Identifies Key Arsenal Signings After Historic Premier League TriumphArteta Finally Delivers Arsenal GloryThere was a curious sense of inevitability about Arsenal’s title celebrations. Not i...
The 10 hottest movies to see in summer 2026: 'Spider-Man,' 'Odyssey' and more
Summer’s here and the time is right for sitting quietly in a dark theater.
Chinese human rights cases in limbo after Trump-Xi summit
Trump and Xi said they had discussed political prisoners in China, including Hong Kong media tycoon Jimmy Lai. Ahead of Xi's September visit to Washington, advocates are urging the US to apply more pressure on China.
CenterPlace Health in Sarasota County names CEO
IN BRIEF: Sarasota Chamber VP honored; Homebuilder names Sarasota president; Young Professionals Summit; SPARCC attorney honored.
Semiconductor decoupling. Powell's politics. Industrializing Ogaden. Free trade and the Magna Carta.
Thank you for opening your Chartbook email. Feliks Topolski, 1907-1989 8th Army’s Front, Italy 1944 Semiconductor decoupling Source: FT One thing that Jerome Powell deeply understood is that chairing the Fed under current conditions is a deeply political job. “Powell has successes and mistakes to his name. But he stands out as having thought more carefully about the Fed’s democratic legitimacy than any chair since Paul Volcker,” said Paul Tucker, a former deputy governor at the Bank of England, referring to the Fed chair who successfully fought the great inflation of the 1970s and early 1980s. … While Powell was at the Treasury in the early 1990s, he watched Alan Greenspan build relationships within the government. That convinced Powell he needed to follow the former Fed chair’s lead and spend more time in Congress than his predecessors Yellen and Bernanke. “The accountability for the Fed runs through Congress,” said Claudia Sahm, a former Fed official who is now chief economist at New Century Advisors. “That’s not just about having people on speed dial — it’s answering questions, explaining policy and getting feedback.” Source: FT Ethiopia’s PM Abiy and Nigerian business tycoon, with Chinese engineering, are driving industrialization in Ogaden/Somali region of Ethiopia. - Michael Masri’s reporting for Africa Report if fascinating. Ethiopia has launched a cluster of large industrial schemes in the Somali region, laying foundation stones for a urea plant and an oil refinery in Gode while opening the first two phases of the Ogaden LNG project. Abiy Ahmed framed the push as part of a broader strategy to link energy, agriculture and industry. “These projects embody more than industrial growth,” he said. “They represent our shared responsibility to harness opportunities, strengthen co-operation and promote peace.” The Gode urea plant, backed by Dangote Group and Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH), is designed for 3m tonnes a year. Dangote owns 60%, while EIH holds 40%. Officials say Dangote’s equity totals about $2.5bn, while the state provides land and implementation oversight. Gas from the Calub fields will be piped 108km to the site. Construction is slated for 40 months, with operations targeted for 2028. Ethiopia imports most of its fertiliser, spending more than $1.2bn a year for 1.5m–2m tonnes. Usage was roughly 1.7m tonnes in 2023, almost half of it urea, and demand for 2024–25 is put above 2.4m tonnes. If delivered on time, the Gode plant could cover domestic needs and allow exports to neighbours. Brook Taye, chief executive of EIH, called the venture “a significant milestone in the journey toward industrial self-sufficiency”. Dangote told the groundbreaking crowd that the complex would be integrated with gas supply and a polypropylene unit to support local inputs. He pointed to Ethiopia’s Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD), with a capacity of more than 5,000MW, and noted his group’s cement operations and expansion plans. The Gode refinery is being developed by Golden Concord Group of China. It is designed to process 3.5m tonnes a year of crude and condensate from the Hilala field, with associated storage. Backers say it will ease foreign-exchange pressure from fuel imports and anchor further industrial activity, including a proposed steel smelting site in Dire Dawa. GCL’s chair, Zhu Gongshan, cast the project as “a key step in Ethiopia’s path to energy sovereignty”, underscoring the Beijing–Addis ties. Financing details are still being finalised, but the refinery is central to the government’s energy-security narrative. Source: The Africa Report Dangote’s Ethiopian vision: Dangote began with cement. His crown jewel, Dangote Cement, dominates Nigeria’s market and has 10 operations in other nations in Africa. The formula has been consistent: identify sectors with chronic shortages – cement, fertiliser, sugar – commit massive local investments, and scale up to serve regional demand. Ethiopia was a natural extension of that model. In 2015, Dangote launched the Mugher Cement Plant outside Addis Ababa at a cost of $600m, with an annual capacity of 2.5 million tonnes. The investment gave him a firm foothold in one of Africa’s fastest-growing construction markets. But success came with risks. In May 2018, violent unrest led to the killing of Dangote’s country manager and temporary shutdowns at Mugher. While other investors might have retreated, Dangote doubled down. Today, he is preparing to spend $400m to expand Mugher’s capacity to 5 million tonnes, alongside a new grinding unit near Addis Ababa. Cement is just one market Dangote is targeting. Ethiopia’s enormous state-controlled sugar industry, long plagued by inefficiency and debt, has struggled for years to reform. Its Omo Kuraz Sugar Development Project, touted as one of the continent’s largest initiatives, continues to face delays and mismanagement. … The most ambitious venture of all is the planned fertiliser production complex in Gode, Somali region. Publicised on 28 August 2025, the Dangote Group and Ethiopian Investment Holdings (EIH) deal plans one of the world’s largest single-site urea manufacturing plants. The project costs an estimated $2.5bn and has an estimated capacity of 3 million metric tonnes annually, a rate that would not only render Ethiopia independent, but even a net exporter of fertiliser. EIH, the state wealth fund of Ethiopia, will hold 40%, while 60% is held by Dangote Group. … For Dangote, Ethiopia is a trifecta: Cement demand is projected to grow by 10% annually, its sugar consumption is growing with rapid urbanisation, and fertiliser demand is all but insatiable, given that farming supports the livelihood of 70% of Ethiopians. Source: The Africa Report The stakes for Abiy are high: For Addis Ababa, the $4bn fertiliser project in Ethiopia’s Somali region is no longer simply a manufacturing investment. It is increasingly being framed as a strategic state project tied to food sovereignty, import substitution and the government’s broader attempt to build economic resilience under mounting fiscal pressure. “Becoming self-sufficient in food is our main agenda,” Abiy says during the visit. “Land is needed; we have it. Water is needed; we have it. Human resources are needed; we have it.” The scale is enormous even by African industrial standards. Once operational, the plant is expected to produce three million metric tonnes of urea annually, potentially making it one of the continent’s largest fertiliser complexes. Ethiopian officials say the project now includes a 110km gas pipeline, a 120MW power plant, a polypropylene packaging facility and a two-million-tonne NPK blending plant. For a government grappling with chronic foreign exchange shortages, ballooning import bills and pressure on agricultural productivity, the numbers matter politically as much as they do economically. The decision to anchor the project in Gode is deliberate. Long viewed as peripheral to Ethiopia’s industrial economy, the Somali region is now being repositioned by the federal government as a future irrigation and agro-industrial corridor. Officials argue that the area’s vast land reserves and access to water could eventually support large-scale commercial farming capable of reshaping Ethiopia’s food economy. The government is simultaneously building housing infrastructure for about 5,000 residents near the plant, while officials project broader industrial expansion along the corridor. Abiy goes further, comparing the long-term revenue potential of the Gode development zone with Ethiopia’s flagship state enterprise. “The investments we are making in this Gode area, combined, will generate high revenue for Ethiopia, at par with Ethiopian Airlines,” he says. Source: The Africa Report Feliks Topolski 1907-1982 Topolski’s Chronicle, ‘Nazi Revival’, Vol. 8, Is. 1-2, 1960 HEY READERS, THANK YOU for opening the Chartbook email. I hope it brightens your day. I enjoy putting out the newsletter, but tbh, what keeps this flow going is the generosity of those readers who clicked the subscription button. Photo by Jakub Dziubak on Unsplash If you are persuaded to click, please consider the annual subscription of $50. It is both better value for you and a much better deal for me, as it involves only one credit card charge. Why feed the payments companies if we don’t have to. Subscribe Grim vision of drone warfare by Sylvie Kaufmann For contributing subscribers only. Subscribe The state of the art in Colbert-studies. Jean-Baptiste Colbert was Louis XIV chief minister from 1661 to 1683 and traditionally seen as an architect of absolutism and mercantilism. Alexander Hamilton later cited him as an inspiration in 1782. Now his legacy is disputed. Daniel Dessert, the chief critic, sees Colbert as the orchestrator not so much of an absolutist state as of an elite cabal. Would be great to have a good English-language review of this important debate. 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Harris tells Pearson 'your fight is for America': Week in Politics
Plus, Blackburn hosts a policy summit and Cohen endorses Molder in the 5th Congressional District.
Florida ranks as third-best state for Summer road trips
The Sunshine State was the highest-ranked Southern state for road travel.
Why Pennsylvania is moving to regulate firms offering home equity investments
Wendy Gilch wasn’t looking for a new financial threat lurking in the housing market when she opened TikTok. The Franklin Park consumer advocate was...
2026 Capital Region summer guide on music, entertainment, fairs, fests
Need something to do this summer? Here is the Times Union's 2026 summer arts guide for everything from county fairs to concerts and festivals
Premier League predictions: How accurate were BBC Sport pundits?
Last summer, 33 BBC pundits - plus AI and Opta's 'supercomputer' were asked to pick which teams would finish in the Premier League's top four, and in which order. How did they get on?
Summer investment pays off for Black Cats
Sunderland spent £161m on 15 new players after gaining promotion to the Premier League. The season before, the three promoted sides - Leicester, Southampton and Ipswich - spent a combined £276.5m but returned to the Championship with the lowest combined points total of relegated sides in Premier League history. Essentially, spending big is no guarantee of survival.
$140,000 E.V.s and Heritage Gold: The Rise of China’s Homegrown Luxury Market
As China’s economy slows, consumers are increasingly turning to domestic luxury products, challenging the dominance of long-established European brands.
How middle powers can stay off the great power politics menu
With the rules-based order under ever more strain from the great powers, middle powers must cooperate to secure their position and defend the international system
Patriotic Celebrations, Drone Show Among Busch Gardens Summer Offerings
WILLIAMSBURG — Busch Gardens Williamsburg has announced its summer lineup of shows, concerts and seasonal events, including returning festivals and new entertainment offerings. The park’s Food & Wine Festival continues through June 21, featuring international cuisine and live music on select dates, with summer entertainment running alongside seasonal offerings. The summer concert season at Busch […]
Conte to leave Napoli a year after winning Serie A
Napoli manager Antonio Conte announces he will leave the Italian club this summer, 12 months after winning Serie A.
Carrick confident Bruno Fernandes will stay at Man Utd
Manchester United boss Michael Carrick is confident skipper Bruno Fernandes will remain at the club next season. Fernandes ended the campaign by claiming a Premier League record 21st assist of the season to start the scoring in United's 3-0 win at Brighton. The 31-year-old's contract is due to expire next summer, although United do have an option to extend it by another year.
This $82 USB cable hides a Wi-Fi microcontroller inside its connector
A USB cable is not typically something that raises eyebrows. Most people plug one in and move on. But a Kickstarter device is challenging that assumption by...
14 Bay Area concerts you shouldn’t miss this summer
Diljit Dosanjh, ASAP Rocky and Herbie Hancock are also among the acts bringing some of summer’s hottest tours to Bay Area stages.
Sony Launches Reon Pocket Pro Plus Wearable Air Conditioner In Time For Summer Heatwaves
Sony’s latest “thermo device” is designed to keep you cool during intense summer heat. Here’s all you need to know.
Child Protection Faith Summit elevates Byron Donalds at summit in Washington, D.C.
'There is no greater measure of a nation than how it treats its children — especially the vulnerable, the forgotten, the abused, the trafficked, and the abandoned.'
Geoff Keighley Teases Summer Game Fest With A Steam GIF, And Half-Life Fans Are Taking It As Well As You'd Expect
Geoff Keighley posted a GIF of some steam, and no, it's probably not a Half-Life 3 tease. Lest we all forget wishlist-gate.
Sunday Science: Forecasting the 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season
Now one week away from meteorological summer and the start of the Atlantic hurricane season, expert tropical cyclone forecasters at NOAA and Colorado State have
Seattle’s top summer events, concerts, outdoor movies and more in 2026
With this guide, you'll find tips for a perfect Seattle summer: arts and entertainment, signature Seattle-area celebrations, World Cup events and more.
How to have a perfect Seattle summer
With this guide, you'll find tips for a perfect Seattle summer: arts and entertainment, signature Seattle-area celebrations, World Cup events and more.
Documentary to spotlight IndyCar chief starter
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‘Outside Mullingar’ to kick off Opera House summer season
A romantic comedy set on a farm in Ireland will open Opera House Arts’ summer season at the Stonington Opera House on two long weekends from June 17-28.
Manchester United ‘best placed’ to sign AC Milan winger
Manchester United are ‘best placed’ to sign Rafael Leao from AC Milan with the Italian side open to his sale this summer.Milan are understood to be ready to consider proposals of around €50m (£...
Beth Fukumoto: Hawaiʻi’s New ‘Millionaires Tax’ Is Good Politics
People are angry about the economy, and they know the policies of the past haven’t delivered for them.
Vikings Look Underrated
It’s not particularly unusual when the national media overlooks the Minnesota Vikings over the spring and summer months. It happens more often than not. After all, the Vikings are not among the largest media market teams and they haven’t been league darlings either, like the Packers often have been or the Lions in more recent […]
Las Vegas ranks among best summer travel destinations
Las Vegas ranks No. 38 overall in WalletHub’s best summer travel destinations report, while landing near the top for attractions and activities.
ENTERTAINMENT: Touring show flips script on love story; inaugural Juneteenth summit at Robinson Center
The musical flips the script on Shakespeare’s most famous love story, asking what would happen if Juliet doesn’t end it all over Romeo.
ENTERTAINMENT: Touring show flips script on love story; inaugural Juneteenth summit at Robinson Center
The musical flips the script on Shakespeare’s most famous love story, asking what would happen if Juliet doesn’t end it all over Romeo.
Better Business Bureau: Protect yourself from deepfake scams
Artificial intelligence is changing the way businesses and consumers interact every day.
Virginia health officials urge safe swimming pledge after 12 drownings in summer 2025
As swim season gets underway, the Virginia Department of Health is urging families to put safety first before heading to pools.
Virginia health officials urge safe swimming pledge after 12 drownings in summer 2025
As swim season gets underway, the Virginia Department of Health is urging families to put safety first before heading to pools.