Russia and Zimbabwe have successfully conducted their first joint geological mission, involving experts and students from the University of Zimbabwe and the Russian State University for Geological Prospecting. The expedition focused on the Magondi belt in northwest Zimbabwe, a region rich in geological insights, where the team collected rock samples and made paleontological discoveries. This collaboration also saw the establishment of two environmental monitoring stations, ECOGEOSCAN 1 and 2, at the University of Zimbabwe, marking a milestone in bilateral scientific cooperation. The stations will enhance research on ecosystems and climate patterns in the region, leading to a better understanding of…
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Dunsin Oyekan LyricsLyrics to Mercy by Dunsin Oyekan center on the overwhelming experience of God’s mercy, highlighting deep gratitude for divine favor. The line “there is nothing like it” emphasizes its richness, while the singer pledges to sing of God’s merciful love forever.Mercy Cover ArtDunsin Oyekan – Mercy LyricsI have tasted of Your mercyAnd I have come to realizeThere is nothing like itWhen You decide to make an excuseAnd show me great favourThat’s what mercy’s all aboutOh mercyGreat mercyRich mercy of the LordThere is nothing like itOh mercyGreat mercyRich mercy of the LordThere is nothing like itI have tasted of…
With just a few hours remaining before the NFL trade deadline Tuesday, the Steelers shipped a fifth-round draft pick to the New York Jets for veteran WR Mike Williams, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter.Although he’s on an expiring contract, Williams was a necessity for the Steelers, who needed help at wide receiver. Only three Steelers wide receivers — George Pickens (548 yards overall), Calvin Austin III (257) and Van Jefferson (139) — have surpassed 40 yards receiving this season. Later Tuesday, the Steelers acquired pass-rusher Preston Smith (2.5 sacks, 19 tackles this season) from the Green Bay Packers for a seventh-round draft pick.…
Taipei, Taiwan – Asia is bracing for disruption should American voters return Donald Trump to the White House, with his plans for sweeping tariffs threatening to hobble the region’s export-driven growth. Trump, who ran neck-and-neck with Vice President Kamala Harris in polls before Tuesday’s presidential election in the United States, has pledged to impose tariffs of 60 percent or more on Chinese imports and tariffs of 10 to 20 percent on all other foreign goods. The trade measures would come on top of tariffs on $380bn worth of Chinese goods that Trump imposed during his first term and current President…
New Yorkers could play an outsized role Tuesday in determining control of the U.S. House as Republicans cling to suburban seats they won two years ago by seizing on fears of crime, and Democrats try to claw them back by warning that a right-wing Congress might ban abortion. If everything goes their way, Democrats hope to pick off a handful of Republican incumbents in congressional races on Long Island and in the Hudson River Valley, as well as a central New York district that state leaders recently reconfigured to make more favorable to Democrats. But the GOP could wind up holding all of that ground and has a chance of…
Zambia’s new mining strategy that will see it secure a minimum 30% stake for the government in future critical minerals projects will not affect existing mining operations or exploration activities, according to senior government official Jito Kayumba. Kayumba, an advisor to President Hakainde Hichilema, clarified that the policy applies solely to over 40 permits reserved for the government. Consequently, current mining license holders, including companies like First Quantum Minerals, are exempt from restructuring requirements. This initiative aligns with Zambia’s ambitious plan to quadruple copper production by the next decade – a plan that will require substantial investment to develop new…
As anticipation for the Chelsea vs Arsenal premier league fixture intensifies, the referee officiating the fixture has been confirmed. It has now been revealed that the English FA has assigned Micheal Oliver as the referee officiating the highly anticipated Premier League fixture slated for this weekend, Chelsea vs Arsenal scheduled to be played at Stamford Bridge.Earlier in the season, Oliver was the referee for Arsenal’s 2-2 draw against Manchester City. In the first half, he sent off Leandro Trossard for kicking the ball away, a controversial decision made while Arsenal were ahead 2-1.This will be Oliver’s first Arsenal fixture since…
The Bruins have placed winger Max Jones on waivers with intentions to assign him to AHL Providence, Elliotte Friedman of Sportsnet reports Tuesday.Jones, 26, is in the first season of a two-year, $2M contract he signed with Boston over the summer after being non-tendered by the Ducks. Despite his seven-figure cap hit, he’s played sparingly this season. He’s been scratched for nine out of the Bruins’ 13 games this season, including their back-to-back contests against the Flyers and Kraken over the weekend. When dressed, he’s averaged 11:13 per game and has no points and a -4 rating. His possession numbers…
The longest sentence of 15 years is given to Iraqi national Mirkhan Rasoul, who was accused of leading the network.A French court has found 18 people guilty in a major people-smuggling trial that has shed light on the often deadly business of transporting migrants and refugees on small boats across the English Channel from France to the United Kingdom. The defendants were swept up in a pan-European police operation in 2022 that led to dozens of arrests. The longest sentence of 15 years in prison was handed down on Tuesday to Iraqi national Mirkhan Rasoul, 26, who was accused of…
Regardless of your political affiliation, there are two things you must do on Election Day: Vote and eat. Whether you’re hitting the polls on Nov. 5 or you already cast your ballot, many restaurants are rewarding voters with freebies and sweet discounts. Below, we’ve rounded up all the best ones. Dave & Buster’s In addition to offering half-priced games on Election Day, Dave & Buster’s will have $5 beers all day. Edible Through Nov. 5, Edible customers can get a free treat when they stop by participating stores and show an “I Voted” sticker. Fazoli’s On Nov. 5, Fazoli’s customers can save $2 on signature bakes,…