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My night in one of Morocco’s most glamorous, calming resorts
The yin to the Medina’s yang, this high-end haven pulls you from the chaos and cocoons you in calm. In immaculately manicured gardens, the lush 40-acre Four Seasons Resort Marrakech attracts a diverse international crowd: minor royalty, moguls,...

Fall fun in the DMV: Activities across the region to celebrate spooky season
WASHINGTON D.C. - Fall has begun and those in the DMV area are clearing their schedule for these fall activities. D.C.: For a unique trick-or-treating experience, consider going down Embassy Row. Consulates will be handing out international...
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This Is the Best New U.S. Restaurant of 2025, According to Yelp
Yelp, the go-to digital guide for discovering and reviewing local spots, just released its 2025 list of the “25 Best New Restaurants in the U.S.” Based on Yelp’s data and community reviews, the list presents a mouthwatering tour of the country’s...

America's most patriotic fast food restaurant gives another nod to President Trump
By MARTHA WILLIAMS, US NEWS REPORTER Published: 21:06 EDT, 8 October 2025 | Updated: 21:06 EDT, 8 October 2025 Wondering what America's most patriotic fast food chain is? It will soon become very clear. A popular burger and milkshake restaurant...

Nigerbev Unveils Bold New Look for BEST Portfolio at Lagos Launch Event
In a bold step toward visual reinvention and deeper cultural connection, Nigerbev Limited, a leading producer of premium and mainstream spirits in Nigeria, has unveiled the refreshed packaging for its flagship BEST portfolio at an exclusive event....

South Africa’s Innovative Research Solutions launches analytical, research food Science laboratory
SOUTH AFRICA – Innovative Research Solutions (IRS), with investment support from Synercore, has officially opened a cutting-edge analytical and research laboratory in South Africa. This milestone is expected to transform food innovation,...

The 24 slain hostages still left behind in Gaza
When the agreement was signed, Israeli officials already understood Hamas would not manage to return all 28 bodies within the 72-hour window allotted to it. Still, expectations in Israel were that only nine would remain unreturned — a number that...

Murphy’s Pro Calls For Renewed Focus On Consulting In Nigeria’s Hospitality Sector
Murphy’s Pro, a consultancy firm specialising in hospitality operations and service-standards, has stated that it is helping local businesses upgrade their performance and protect profitability, especially in emerging markets. The company noted...

No place for old locals – Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis defends vision for Cape Town
The first article in this series, “Sea Point’s broken promises — no place for old locals”, can be accessed here. “When you say things like ‘spatial apartheid’,” noted Geordin Hill-Lewis, “I think that’s just kind of propaganda language that is no...

Nigerian Newspapers: Top Stories For Today (06/10/25)
3 Read the full details on our digital edition when you join our WhatsApp Communities here. Here are the major headlines for today: Experts See Sept Inflation At 18.46% On Back Of Falling Food Costs … Project Further Monetary Easing At CBN Nov MPC...

Kenya urged to ban dangerous cooking fats
Celine Awuor, the CEO of IILA.Health advocates are calling on the government to completely ban partially hydrogenated oils, warning that the cheap, widely used ingredient is killing hundreds of Kenyans over time. In a statement released to mark...

Best Of Grizzard: Whites Angry Too?
The following article sometime ago arrived in a plain unsigned envelope. It had not been a part of the 25 best sellers that Lewis Grizzard had distributed during his short life span (1947-1994). Due to the sensitive nature of the topic of racism...

MartinBauer expands U.S. footprint with acquisition of American Botanicals
USA – MartinBauer, a global botanical ingredients and plant-based solutions company, has acquired American Botanicals, a Missouri-based supplier renowned for its expertise in wildcrafted herbs and sustainable sourcing. The acquisition strengthens...

How AI Editing Tools Help Small Brands Compete Globally
For years, big brands held the upper hand. Backed by large budgets, extensive creative teams, and advanced technologies, they dominated global markets with compelling content and robust online visibility. As a result, smaller businesses...

The best things to do this week in San Diego: Oct. 13-17
Here are some of the best things to do this week in San Diego, from Monday, Oct. 13 to Friday, Oct. 17. Check back Wednesday for our guide to things to do this weekend. Monday Free museum entry: Children ages 12 years and under can get free...

NJC: Powering South Africa’s pharma automation future
When NJC became the first system integrator to implement ABB’s 800xA automation system in South Africa’s pharmaceutical sector in 2012, it achieved more than a technological milestone – it laid the groundwork for a reputation defined by trust and...

PepsiCo Q3 Preview: Beverage Giant Needs To 'Deliver More Than Just A Decent Quarter'
PepsiCo Inc (NASDAQ:PEP) aims to silence analysts who are lowering the stock's price target and an activist investor pushing for changes when it releases third-quarter financial results Thursday before the market close. Here are the earnings...

The economic case: Why recycling PET could save US $27m annually
From The Customer-centric Entrepreneur Project Ghana stands at a critical economic crossroads. Every year, the country imports substantial quantities of virgin polyethylene terephthalate (PET) to feed its beverage and packaging industries,...

Former Kiln head chef Meedu Saad to go it alone with a North African restaurant in Soho
Opening in partnership with restaurant group Super 8, which operates London restaurants Mountain, Smoking Goat, Brat and Kiln, Impala will be a charcoal grill restaurant with influences from North Africa to North London. Named after the cherry red...

Shooting at packed South Carolina bar kills 4, injures at least 20 others
ST. HELENA ISLAND, S.C. (AP) — A mass shooting early Sunday at a crowded bar on an idyllic island considered to be the largest Gullah community on the South Carolina coast has left four people dead and at least 20 injured, officials said. A large...