Makerere scientists discover genetic changes in Ebola Bundibugyo virus
Kampala, Uganda | URN | Researchers have identified genetic changes in the Ebola Bundibugyo virus that could reduce the effectiveness of existing diagnostic tests, prompting the development of new test kits and potentially influencing future treatments and vaccines. The findings come as the Bundibugyo strain continues to infect people and claim lives in the neighbouring … The post Makerere scientists discover genetic
The Independent Uganda · 22 Jul 2026GE Vernova stock drops despite surging AI-driven orders as wind segment drags - Yahoo Finance
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OpenAI, the maker of the ChatGPT chatbot, plans to build a $20 billion data center in Georgia’s Effingham County to help fuel its artificial intelligence expansion.
Atlanta Journal Constitution · 22 Jul 2026Need backup power? Automakers want you to look no further than their vehicles in your driveway - AP News
Texas resident Kenneth Kovar has a home energy setup from Ford, in which drivers of certain popular F-150 models can plug their vehicle directly into their electric meter to power their home during an outage. It is the latest example of automakers broadly ada…
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Nile Post · 22 Jul 2026Three Arrested as Police Recover Stolen Cattle, Slaughtered Meat in Kiboga
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Nile Post · 22 Jul 2026Fidelity says 2026 retirees may spend $185,500 on healthcare. One category may push those costs higher - CNBC
A 65-year-old who retires in 2026 may spend an average of $185,500 on health and medical expenses in retirement, according to Fidelity Investments.
CNBC · 22 Jul 2026OpenAI announces $20 billion Georgia data center project - Axios
The campus near Savannah would receive 3.2 gigawatts of power and create hundreds of long-term jobs, according to local officials.
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KAMPALA — The Uganda Police Force has clarified circumstances surrounding a viral video showing armed security officers firing shots into the air, saying the incident occurred during an operation to arrest suspected offenders at Kiseka Market in Kampala. According to a police statement issued on Wednesday, the incident happened on Monday, July 20, 2026, at […] The post Police Speak Out On Gunfire Incident at Kiseka M
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The price of oil surged nearly 5% Wednesday as U.S. officials talked down new peace talks. Major disruptions now face two of the world’s key supply routes.
NBC News · 22 Jul 2026The Treasury market is on the verge of a worrying milestone not seen since 2007 - MarketWatch
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Summer charters in the Med are down 20% to 30% from last year, yacht brokers say, with a growing number offering special discounts for July and August.
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