The Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) says it has reached a significant turning point in addressing its regulatory and operational challenges, but will maintain a reduced dividend payout ratio and higher spending forecasts as it continues to overhaul its technology infrastructure. ASX Chair David Clarke made the announcement on October 22 during the exchange’s annual meeting, following several years of trading outages, settlement delays and regulatory scrutiny linked to a failed technology modernisation programme. “My clear view is that ASX has reached an important turning point,” Clarke told shareholders. He added that the progress reflected several years of confronting difficult issues,…
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Ohene Anochie
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American ultra-endurance swimmer Catherine Breed has become the first person to swim the entire California coastline, completing a gruelling 900-mile (1,448-kilometre) journey from the Oregon border to Mexico in 111 days. Breed, 33, a native of California’s San Francisco Bay Area, reached the finish line at the US-Mexico maritime boundary on Monday after months of navigating dangerous ocean currents, storms, sharks and polluted waters. According to organisers of the Swim California expedition, Breed began her journey on July 1 in Pacific waters near the California-Oregon border and completed the unprecedented swim in less than four months. Her achievement represents a…
“At its core, this lawsuit seeks to impose a tax on speech to enforce new rules for what people can say online. We are confident we will prevail on appeal,” Mahoney said in a statement. During the trial, Meta’s lawyers argued that New Mexico had failed to demonstrate that the company’s statements were misleading or that users had suffered the harm alleged by the state. The company’s legal team also challenged the size of the potential financial penalty, arguing that an award substantially exceeding its proposed maximum of $3.4 billion would be unconstitutional. Meta further maintained that it had introduced…
A historic desert property designed by renowned American architect Frank Lloyd Wright in Arizona remains temporarily closed following the death of a Brazilian visitor who was struck by a piece of roofing during high winds. The incident occurred on Friday at Taliesin West, Wright’s former winter residence and architectural complex in Scottsdale, east of Phoenix, according to local police. The victim, identified as Rogério Renato Mateucci, 55, was reportedly struck in the head by a piece of plexiglass roofing that was blown off by strong winds. Police spokesperson Sergeant Allison Sempsis said Mateucci died instantly. The National Weather Service recorded…
Early voting is rising sharply across several key US states ahead of the 2026 midterm elections, with significant increases in Texas, Kansas, Maine, North Carolina and Ohio potentially signalling heightened voter engagement in contests that could determine control of the US Senate. An analysis of early voting data by The Associated Press (AP), covering ballots cast through Tuesday, shows that turnout in several competitive states has outpaced levels recorded at the same stage of the 2022 midterm elections, as Democrats seek to challenge Republican-held Senate seats. Texas has recorded a 74 per cent increase in early voting compared with 2022,…
Across Africa, questions continue to emerge about the role of young people in holding political leaders accountable, particularly when government decisions raise concerns about the future of citizens and national development. Young people represent a significant force in Africa’s social, economic and political landscape. Their participation in public debate, elections and civic activities can influence the direction of governance and shape the continent’s future. Yet, in some political discussions, young people strongly defend leaders despite criticism of their policies, decisions or performance. This raises an important question: why do some young Africans continue to support political leaders whose actions critics…
Amineva Global has launched its maiden educational initiative, the Career Development and Exploration Programme, aimed at helping learners discover career opportunities, recognise their potential and take an active role in shaping their future. According to Ohene Phoxman, a representative of the organisation, the programme seeks to create awareness among learners and stimulate their interest in making informed decisions about their career journeys. He explained that the initiative is designed to encourage learners to become more involved in exploring career options and understanding the steps required to achieve their future aspirations. Amineva Global said it remains committed to contributing to the…
Malaysia plans to equip at least half of its 34 expressways with Smart Highway technology as part of efforts to improve road safety, ease traffic congestion and increase the efficiency of the country’s transport system. Works Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi said the initiative would integrate artificial intelligence (AI), smart closed-circuit television (CCTV) systems and detection and early-warning technologies to identify high-risk incidents, including road accidents. Other planned features include solar-powered lighting, digital mobility applications and electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure. In a statement issued by Malaysia’s Ministry of Works on October 19, Nanta also highlighted plans to establish a National…
Indonesian authorities are investigating 98 cases involving corporations suspected of links to forest and land fires, including some with possible foreign involvement, as the government steps up firefighting efforts and discusses assistance from Singapore. National Police Chief Suyudi Ario Seto said on October 19 that all 98 cases had reached the investigation stage, with officers gathering evidence before identifying suspects. Speaking to reporters after a Cabinet meeting chaired by President Prabowo Subianto, Suyudi confirmed that foreign parties were linked to some of the cases, including parties from neighbouring countries. However, he declined to name the countries or companies involved, saying…
Finland is expected to experience unusually warm weather this week, with temperatures forecast to remain 2–5°C above seasonal averages as southerly winds bring warmer air across the country, according to the Finnish Meteorological Institute. Daytime temperatures are expected to range between 5°C and 12°C, with forecasters predicting no significant cooling before the end of October. A high-pressure system east of Finland is expected to maintain predominantly dry and sunny conditions during the first half of the week. However, cloud cover and intermittent rainfall are forecast to increase towards the weekend. The mild conditions are expected to be particularly noticeable in…
