Barcelona Doubles Tourist Tax to Tackle Overtourism and Rising Rents
The Spanish city of Barcelona has announced a major increase in its tourist tax, doubling the fee visitors pay when staying in hotels. Previously, travelers paid between $6 and $9 per night. Under the new rules, that amount will rise…
US–Iran Nuclear Talks Enter Critical Phase as Military Build-Up Raises Stakes
Tensions between the United States and Iran are once again at a critical point, as indirect nuclear negotiations continue in Geneva amid a significant American military buildup in West Asia. After more than four hours of closed-door discussions — including…
Pentagon May Blacklist AI Firm Amid War-Tech Dispute
The United States Department of Defense is reportedly considering measures against Anthropic amid disagreements over AI operational restrictions. Claude, Anthropic’s advanced AI model, is currently the only AI operating within certain classified Pentagon systems through Palantir Technologies. Defense Secretary Pete…
FORTEBET ‘RESCUES’ ENTEBBE FISHERMEN’S LIVE WITH LIFE-JACKETS
Fishermen at Kigungu landing site at Entebbe couldn’t thank ForteBet enough for the its acts of caring about them over last weekend. ForteBet, represented by the company brand ambassador, Alex Muhangi and John Nanyumba, ForteBet donated to many fishermen free…
FORTEBET BOOSTS PAIDHA H/C III WITH MAMA KITS
It was immense happiness for the expectant mothers and health workers at Paidha Health Centre III after ForteBet donated hundreds of mama kits. The kits were handed over by ForteBet brand ambassador, Alex Muhangi, together with the media manager, John Nanyumba to Patricia…
JINJA MECHANIC STAKES 4,500/=, FLIES AVIATOR PLANE TO 327M
The financial life of one Jinja City mechanic will never be the same again after staking just 4.500/= and winning UGX 327 million. Shortly after receiving his cash, this winner told us that, “I placed my stake randomly. To my…
FORTEBET DONATES 15M TO FIGHTING SICKLE CELL
ForteBet, Uganda’s betting giant has committed UGX 15 million to fighting the deadly sickle cell disease. This money was handed over to Isaac Okello, the CEO-Raising Hope International Friends, an organisation that works hand-in-hand with the government of Uganda to…
Disability Advocates Seek Clarity on 2025/26 Budget Allocations
As South Sudan debates its 2025/26 fiscal plan, disability advocates are seeking clarity on whether adequate resources have been set aside for their community. Augustino Wudu Elario questioned lawmakers about the existence of specific financial allocations for disability programs. He…
Resilience and Reconstruction: Rebuilding After Cyclone Gezani
As floodwaters recede in eastern Madagascar, attention is turning toward long-term reconstruction following Cyclone Gezani. Urban planners and climate experts emphasize the importance of rebuilding with resilience in mind. Investment in stronger housing, reinforced coastal defenses, and improved drainage systems…
ByteDance’s Seedance AI Raises Copyright and Industry Concerns in Hollywood
Hollywood is confronting a new technological challenge as an advanced artificial intelligence video tool developed by ByteDance draws scrutiny from major film studios and industry bodies. The tool, known as Seedance, is capable of generating highly realistic cinematic videos within…
