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Nigeria Aims for Local Cancer Equipment Production by 2030 to Enhance Healthcare

Nigeria Aims for Local Cancer Equipment Production by 2030 to Enhance Healthcare

Dr. Iziaq Salako, the Minister of State for Health and Social Welfare, announced Nigeria's ambition to achieve local production of radiotherapy and imaging equipment by 2030. This strategic goal is part of a broader effort to strengthen cancer care within the country. The announcement followed the Link Global Summit on Innovation and Practice in Oncology held in Beijing, China, where discussions focused on improving cancer outcomes across Africa and globally. Salako emphasized that Nigeria is actively seeking stronger international partnerships to translate oncology innovations into practical solutions accessible to more patients. The initiative includes plans for technology transfer, as well as the local assembly and servicing of essential cancer treatment equipment. The Federal Government is supporting these efforts through zero-duty and zero-VAT incentives for health manufacturing, aiming to build domestic capacity in the healthcare sector. Additionally, Nigeria is advocating for joint clinical trials a...
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China's premier calls for stabilising external demand as growth sputters

China's premier calls for stabilising external demand as growth sputters

BEIJING, Aug 17 (Reuters) - China's Premier Li Qiang on Monday called for efforts to stabilise external demand and expand international trade cooperation, as weak domestic demand weighs on growth and external risks loom.
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Senator Roger Marshall Engages Junction City on Infrastructure and Economic Initiatives

Senator Roger Marshall Engages Junction City on Infrastructure and Economic Initiatives

U.S. Senator Roger Marshall visited Junction City, Kansas, to discuss significant infrastructure and economic development projects with local leaders. The discussions focused on a proposed waste-to-energy system that aims to process 24,000 tons of waste annually, generating approximately 4 megawatts of renewable energy. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance the city's infrastructure and economic prospects. Additionally, the city highlighted a $24 million federal BUILD grant for the reconstruction of Grant Avenue, a critical corridor connecting Junction City and Fort Riley. The new Veterans Affairs outpatient clinic was also a key topic, expected to create 80 to 120 jobs and improve healthcare access for veterans.
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Eagles News: Uar Bernard and Joshua Weru offer intrigue in NFL debuts

Eagles News: Uar Bernard and Joshua Weru offer intrigue in NFL debuts

Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 8/16/26.
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Ebola outbreak in Congo becomes deadliest in country's history

Ebola outbreak in Congo becomes deadliest in country's history

The Ebola outbreak in Congo has killed 2,325 people, government data showed, surpassing the toll from the 2018-2020 outbreak.
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How Robert F. Stockton Became a Key Figure in California's Conquest

How Robert F. Stockton Became a Key Figure in California's Conquest

Robert Field Stockton, a prominent figure in 19th-century American history, is perhaps best known for his pivotal role as a United States Navy comm...
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Bernalillo County Explores Fairground Redevelopment Inspired by Other Cities

Bernalillo County Explores Fairground Redevelopment Inspired by Other Cities

Bernalillo County leaders are considering redevelopment plans for Expo New Mexico by examining successful fairground transformations in cities like Nashville, Cincinnati, and Louisville. Adriann Barboa, a county representative, visited these cities to learn how they have turned fairgrounds into year-round economic hubs. The redevelopment vision includes using bond money for land acquisition, traffic and pedestrian safety improvements, and potentially a new park or stadium. Community involvement is emphasized as crucial for the project's success, ensuring that redevelopment meets local cultural and economic needs.
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Hal Rogers Parkway Expansion Moves Forward with State and Federal Funding

Hal Rogers Parkway Expansion Moves Forward with State and Federal Funding

State and federal funds have been secured to begin design studies for a four-lane expansion of the Hal Rogers Parkway, as announced by Senate President Robert Stivers. The expansion will cover nearly 60 miles from London to Hazard, Kentucky. The design phase is expected to cost over $50 million, reflecting the complexity and scale of the project. The parkway currently has sections with two lanes, and the expansion aims to improve traffic flow and safety.
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Exhausted health workers in Congo struggle to keep up as Ebola outpaces contact tracing

Exhausted health workers in Congo struggle to keep up as Ebola outpaces contact tracing

Gédéon Banga Ngbape and his team of community health workers are laboring tirelessly in eastern Congo to track the country’s fastest-growing Ebola outbreak
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Why this Arizona group is trying to build a rainforest in the desert

Why this Arizona group is trying to build a rainforest in the desert

Paradise Earth, the largest indoor rainforest in North America, is planned to open in Arizona. However, it may now be facing some setbacks.
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Exclusive-Libya's Haftar played key role in release of US hostage held by Islamic State, sources say

Exclusive-Libya's Haftar played key role in release of US hostage held by Islamic State, sources say

By Jessica Donati and David Lewis DAKAR, Aug 14 (Reuters) - A deal to free an American hostage held by an Islamic State affiliate in West Africa's Sahel region was brokered with the help of the eastern Libyan military commander Khalifa Haftar, four sources told Reuters.
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Bryan County growth tops 16%, forcing focus on roads and planning

Bryan County growth tops 16%, forcing focus on roads and planning

Bryan County's population has surged 16% since 2020, prompting local leaders to address infrastructure and planning.