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Uber exits Nigeria, Uganda: Why Africa's ride-hailing market is getting tougher

Uber has officially ended its operations in Nigeria and Uganda, marking a significant retreat from these markets. This decision comes as a result of escalating operating expenses and fierce competition, which have negatively impacted ride-hailing fares and driver earnings. Rising costs for fuel and vehicle upkeep weighed heavily on drivers' incomes. Despite this setback, Uber continues to prioritize other sub-Saharan African markets where growth seems promising.
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In the 1950s, Hugo Meyer bought abandoned Vermont farms; his family has protected 18,000+ acres

In a remarkable effort, the Meyer family has preserved thousands of acres in the Worcester Range of Vermont, committing to a sustainable approach to timber management. This conservation initiative plays a vital role in protecting significant wildlife corridors and northern hardwood ecosystems, with part of the funding sourced from the U.S. Forest Service's Forest Legacy Program, paving the way for future generations to enjoy the area's natural beauty.
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After losing 75% of wetlands, Niagara River uses recycled Christmas trees to restore fish habitat

In an innovative approach, conservation teams are utilizing recycled Christmas trees to rejuvenate the coastal wetlands of Niagara River. This dynamic initiative, launched in 2016, spans over 1.64 kilometers, serving to calm wave action and lower erosion rates. By restoring vital aquatic habitats, the project aims to enhance the ecosystem, leading to a remarkable increase in both fish and shorebird populations alongside improved water quality.
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Scientist finds 10,000-year-old mastodon molar while surveying California creek for threatened frogs

While investigating a creek for frogs, a scientist stumbled upon a remarkable ancient mastodon tooth, estimated to be over ten thousand years old. Paleontologists have confirmed its belonging to a long-extinct species of Pacific mastodon. The fossil will soon be analyzed at Stanford University to determine its precise age, establishing a fascinating connection between today's conservation initiatives and the ancient ecosystems of California.
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Italian Man Turns 1993 Fiat Panda Into Narrowest Car, Sets Guinness World Record

The car measures 50.20 centimetres in width, 3.40 meters in length, and 1.45 meters in height.
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PM Modi, Putin Hold Bilateral Ahead Of BRICS Summit In Delhi

Putin's visit comes amid continued high-level engagement between New Delhi and Moscow and follows his meeting with PM Modi on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation summit in Bishkek last week.
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Anthropic Says China, Iran Among Countries That Have Used AI To Aid Spying

Anthropic said Thursday it shut down multiple cases of state-sponsored surveillance operations that used its artificial intelligence (AI) models, and warned that governments and state-aligned actors are increasingly using AI to spy on ethnic minorities and dissidents.
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Trump Pushes Census Overhaul That Could Exclude Millions of Immigrants

The US Census Bureau argued "illegal aliens (among others) should not be included in the apportionment count, as they are not true inhabitants
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Who Leads After Trump? Republicans Split Between JD Vance, Marco Rubio

Donald Trump, 80, remains the Republican Party's dominant figure and has not endorsed a successor.
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Quiz: Easy like Sunday morning — The 500th edition


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Alliance Air plane suffers engine failure; makes emergency landing at Delhi airport

The airline was operating the flight 9I 698 from Prayagraj to the National Capital with an ATR 72-600, a twin-engine turboprop aircraft
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