Monday, March 16, 2026

Money

The Strait Is Shut. Your Freight Bill Is Next

DUBAI— March 9, 2026: The Dow dropped 800 points this morning. Oil hit $119 a barrel overnight. But for logistics professionals, the headline number is not the price of crude...

SASSA Announces COVID-19 SRD Payment Dates for February 2026

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has confirmed that COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant payments...

SPAR South Africa Faces R170 Million Legal Battle Over Failed SAP System

SPAR South Africa is facing a massive R168.7 million lawsuit filed in the Durban High Court, marking the...

SASSA Addresses Temporary Delay on January 2026 SRD COVID-19 Payment Status

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has issued an important public notice regarding the January 2026 COVID-19...

SASSA Confirms February 2026 Grant Payment Dates: Here’s When Beneficiaries Will Be Paid

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has officially released the grant payment schedule for February 2026, giving...

Macy’s Stores closing: Retailer Announces Closure of 66 Stores in Strategic Restructuring Plan

In a significant move to reshape its business operations, Macy’s has confirmed the closure of 66 stores across the...

Canadian Grocers Under Fire for Overcharging Customers: CBC Investigation Reveals Mislabeling Practices

In a revelation that has stirred consumer outrage, a recent investigation by CBC News has uncovered that several Canadian...

Core Scientific Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer to Propel Growth

In a strategic move aimed at accelerating its growth trajectory and enhancing its brand leadership, Core Scientific has announced...

Pound Falls to 14-Month Low Amid Bond Market Sell-Off

The British pound has plummeted to a 14-month low, trading at approximately $1.2305 against the U.S. dollar, as a...

US Contractor Faces $160K Penalty Following Worksite Fatality: Lessons for African Contractors

A contractor in the U.S. now faces a fine of up to $160,000 following a worksite fatality. The tragic death...

Port Strike Averted in the US: Tentative Agreement Ensures Continued Smooth Operations at Critical...

A potentially crippling strike that threatened to disrupt vital U.S. ports on the East and Gulf coasts has been...

Palantir: Navigating Stock Volatility and Strategic Expansion in a Shifting Market

Palantir Technologies has been nothing short of a market enigma over the past few years. From its meteoric rise in...

Kenya Shuts Down 116 Companies Amid Economic Struggles, Thousands of Jobs at Risk

In a drastic move that is set to affect thousands of workers across Kenya, the government has shut down...

Wayne Peacock to Be Succeeded by Juan C. Andrade as USAA’s CEO

USAA has announced a major leadership transition, with Juan C. Andrade set to replace Wayne Peacock as President and...

TeraWulf Inc. Experiences Significant 10% Drop in Stock Price Amid Market Volatility

TeraWulf Inc. (NASDAQ: WULF), a prominent player in the cryptocurrency mining sector, witnessed a significant drop in its stock...

Zambia’s Kwacha Faces Record Low Amid Ongoing Drought and Economic Struggles

Zambia’s currency, the kwacha, has continued its downward slide, reaching a historic low against the U.S. dollar, with the...

2025: The Year XRP Ripple Redefines the Future of Digital Finance

As the global financial landscape evolves, 2025 stands poised to become a transformative year for XRP Ripple. This cryptocurrency,...

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