Account-holders on the furniture resale platform Kaiyo are sharing complaints that they are unable to access their funds as the company prepares to fold. In subway ads, the Manhattan-based company promises “secondhand furniture, first-rate experience.” In late July, Sophia Harrison requested her $172.25 payout for the bed frame she sold through Kaiyo and was told the transaction would take seven to 10 business days to process. But when the deadline came and went, she reached out to customer service via email only to be told by a representative who identified herself only as Celeste: “At this time, we are experiencing…
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Mastercard hosted its inaugural Tanzania Industry Forum in Dar es Salaam, bringing together key stakeholders and thought leaders in the fintech industry to explore the dynamic financial and technology landscape and foster impactful collaborations in Tanzania. The event underscored Mastercard’s commitment to advancing economic growth through innovative digital payment solutions and strategic collaborations in the country. Tanzania’s economy has shown resilience, with real GDP growth projected to reach 5.7% in 2024. A World Bank report shows that despite global economic challenges, the services sector, particularly financial and insurance services, has been a significant contributor to Tanzania’s economic expansion. Fintech companies revolutionize payments with…
As we begin the 2024/25 Premier League season aside from which team will emerge as Champions, the other question on every football fan’s mind is: Who will be win the league’s golden boot award?The Premier League has a rich history of producing prolific goal-scorers, from Alan Shearer to Thierry Henry, and in recent years, the likes of Harry Kane, Mohamed Salah, and Erling Haaland have battled it out for the top spot.As the season kicks off, the race for the Golden Boot is wide open, and it’s impossible to predict with certainty who will come out as the highest goal-scorer.…
Entering play Monday, the Philadelphia Phillies lead the Atlanta Braves by seven games in the NL East. With plenty at stake, the teams will begin a three-game series in Atlanta on Tuesday night.With a sweep over the Braves, Philadelphia could stretch its division lead to 10 games and all but wrap up its first division title since 2011. In a division the Phillies have led comfortably all season, this feels like their first true test.”I think we’ve been playing really well defensively, offensively. We’ve all been clicking on the same page,” Phillies right-hander Taijuan Walker said Sunday, per NBC Sports…
Blinken to visit Egypt, Qatar as US pushes Hamas to agree to an amended deal that allows Israel to keep troops in Gaza.Hamas has said a ceasefire deal must result in a permanent end to Israel’s war on Gaza, accusing the United States of “merely buying time for Israel to continue its genocide” by proposing an amended accord. As the Palestinian group revealed details of Israel’s new conditions, it urged the world to pressure Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to sign the deal proposed by US President Joe Biden on May 31 and backed by the United Nations Security Council…
New public library opens in Queens The Far Rockaway community has opened a new state-of-the-art library and numbers show residents have been taking advantage of the services. Another perk is that it will be one of the major branches in Queens open on Sundays. FOX 5 NY’s Michelle Ross shows us how the neighborhood spent their Sunday by hitting the books. As the summer draws to a close and a new school year approaches, the New York Public Library (NYPL) is stepping up with a range of programs and services designed to engage children, teens and adults. The second-largest public…
Director General of the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA), Dr Simeon K. Ehui, who also serves as the Regional Director for CGIAR Africa, has led a delegation of senior members from the institute in a courtesy visit to His Excellency President Dr Julius Maada Bio in Freetown. Dr Ehui expressed the team’s gratitude to President Bio, emphasising that the day marked a significant moment in their shared journey towards realising the ambitious and transformative vision of the FEED SALONE agenda. He highlighted that their visit underscored the strong partnership between the government of Sierra Leone and the IITA and…
PdotO Celebrates Sharing Screen With Dumisani Mbebe In ETV Drama ‘The Phoenix.’ Embracing versatility and the thrill of exploring new horizons, PdotO stands out as a South African rapper who is perpetually poised to spread his wings beyond the realm of music. PdotO Celebrates Sharing Screen With Dumisani Mbebe In ETV Drama ‘The Phoenix’ Always eager to push boundaries and venture into uncharted territories, PdotO embodies a spirit of innovation and adaptability. His readiness to embrace new challenges and opportunities highlights his dynamic approach to artistry, showcasing a commitment to growth and exploration that extends far beyond traditional musical confines.…
With the hype that it built throughout Fight Week, UFC 305 delivered on its expectations. All but one fight on the main card gave fans exactly what they were hoping for, leaving the sold-out RAC Arena satisfied at the end of the event.Dricus Du Plessis defended his middleweight title against Israel Adesanya in the main event before burying the hatchet with his bitter rival immediately afterward. With a fourth-round submission, Du Plessis was the third fighter on the main card to end his fight with a finish, following Carlos Prates in the pay-per-view opener and Kai Kara-France in the co-main…
The Republican presidential candidate has posted a slew of AI-generated content in recent days.Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has posted on social media fake images suggesting that pop star Taylor Swift and her legion of fans are backing him in the upcoming United States election. Trump posted the images, all of which appear to be AI-generated deepfakes taken from right-wing social media accounts with a history of sharing misinformation, along with a message saying “I accept!” One image showed smiling Swift fans, known as Swifties, wearing T-shirts with the text: “Swifties for Trump”. Another depicted Swift dressed as Uncle Sam,…