News
– African countries are feeling the economic fallout of the US-Israel war on Iran, with rising fuel and fertiliser prices threatening food security, trade officials have warned. Ministers from the region and a senior UN trade official raised the concerns
– Prime Minister Narendra Modi held an interaction with members of parliament from BRICS nations during the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum in New Delhi. Modi and the visiting parliamentary delegates exchanged perspectives on a wide range of issues. The two-day
Health
– Namibia’s Zambezi Region has recorded 33,944 malaria cases since January, according to health authorities. The region has also recorded 22 deaths from the disease this year. Muyako, Choi and Sesheke clinics are the main hotspots. Together, they accounted for
– The World Health Organization has called for stronger epidemiological surveillance after new Ebola clusters were detected in remote areas of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The agency warned that security and logistical challenges are limiting access to some
– St. George’s University has advocated for implementing risk-based breast cancer screening strategies throughout Africa following a study revealing that 21.9% of women diagnosed with the disease in five sub-Saharan African nations were under 40 years old. The institution emphasized
– The World Health Organization has introduced a five-year initiative aimed at enhancing worldwide outbreak detection capabilities. The plan seeks to ensure that all nations are able to identify and comprehend emerging health dangers within 24 hours by the year
Ahead of the World Health Summit in Berlin, European leaders reaffirmed their commitment to invest heavily in healthcare infrastructure across Africa. Official reports specify that the EU plans to allocate nearly €170 million to bolster resilient medical networks worldwide. The
– According to clinical studies, consuming a daily dose of psyllium husk may enhance blood sugar regulation. Psyllium, a soluble fiber derived from the Plantago ovata plant, creates a thick gel when combined with liquids. This gel can slow down
Technology
– A collaborative effort between scientists from Russia and China has led to the creation of an ultrasonic welding technique that effectively doubles the tensile strength of metal joints, according to TV BRICS. The development was carried out by researchers
– Samsung Electronics introduced its next-generation approach to memory and storage systems designed for artificial intelligence infrastructure during the 2026 OCP Global Summit. The company shared its plans at the event in San Jose, California, held from October 12 to
– Meta has launched its most powerful artificial intelligence models to date, named Muse Wonder and Muse Wonder Full. These new systems are engineered for tasks such as coding, managing long-duration AI agents, and handling complex personal or professional responsibilities.
– The European Commission has introduced a new EU Critical Communication System intended to link first responders across European borders. This initiative aims to connect national networks utilized by police, firefighters, emergency medical services, and civil protection teams. Spanning all