‘No geopolitics involved’: Angola rail project not aimed at countering China, CEO says

‘No geopolitics involved’: Angola rail project not aimed at countering China, CEO says

Despite Washington’s framing of a key railway network in Angola as a strategic counter to China, the CEO of the Lobito Atlantic Railway (LAR) says the company is “a purely commercial entity” with “zero geopolitical considerations”. Nicholas Fournier, the newly appointed chief executive, said in an interview with the South China Morning Post that the…

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Too much screen time?

Japanese city pushes two-hour daily smartphone limit to promote healthier sleep for its citizens, particularly school-age children

A city in central Japan is considering regulating smartphone use to benefit the health of its citizens. Kyodo News reports that the local government in Toyoake, in Aichi Prefecture, intends “to pass an ordinance recommending all residents limit smartphone use to two hours a day outside of work and school.” Parents may welcome the regulation…

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Watch: What has Virat Kohli been up to in the UK recently? | Off the field News

Watch: What has Virat Kohli been up to in the UK recently? | Off the field News

Virat Kohli of India celebrates his century (Photo by Ryan Lim/Getty Images) Kohli Spotted in London with Anushka Sharma Virat Kohli and his wife Anushka Sharma were recently seen taking a leisurely walk through the streets of London, enjoying some quiet time together. The couple engaged warmly with local residents, showing an approachable and down-to-earth…

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