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Timaya, Alpha P, Olamide and Phyno LyricsAs the fifth track on Timaya’s Gladiator album, Treasure showcases the collaboration of Alpha P, Olamide, and Phyno, explore Treasure lyrics below.Gladiator Album Cover ArtRELATED: Read ‘Free’ Lyrics by TimayaTimaya, Alpha P, Olamide & Phyno – Treasure LyricsEh yo BadManSemziJames BondOh my GodGirl you don spark up my fireO baby tell me what’s the standardHmmm hmmmYou put bullet for my heartHmmm hmmmAnd for your love I be die hardShe make a man goHmmm hmmm hmmmGirl you are my treasureHmmm hmmm hmmmNow you get me going non stopHmmm hmmm hmmmMany many things I go display…

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Twins outfielder Byron Buxton has been dealing with a hip injury in recent days. Per Dan Hayes of The Athletic on X, there’s no structural damage, but the club is going to place him on the 10-day injured list anyway. Hayes adds that infielder Edouard Julien is on his way to join the team, presumably as the corresponding move.Buxton hasn’t played for Minnesota since Monday. He departed that game with right hip discomfort. He was sent for an MRI but it came back clean, per Aaron Gleeman of The Athletic on X. However, he has been kept out of the lineup due to…

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Montreal, Canada – The United States has faced widespread condemnation this week for authorising the sale of more than $20bn in additional weapons to Israel as the top US ally wages war in the Gaza Strip. But while the newly approved arms transfer has renewed global scrutiny of Washington’s unwavering support for Israel, in Canada, the announcement on Tuesday drew attention for a different reason. That’s because more than $60m worth of munitions will be manufactured by a weapons company in Canada as part of that sale. Canadian lawyers, rights advocates and other experts say this raises serious questions about…

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Jordan Chiles released her first public comments since losing her bronze medal from the 2024 Paris Olympics in a controversial saga that unfolded over the weekend, saying she is now confronted by “one of the most challenging moments” of her career. “I am overwhelmed by the love I have received over the past few days,” Chiles began her statement in a message posted to X. Chiles expressed gratitude to her family, teammates, coaches and more “for their unwavering support during this difficult time.” “While celebrating my Olympic accomplishments, I heard the devastating news that my bronze medal had been stripped…

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Fintech innovation, including DeFi, and tokenisation, offers promising solutions to address the funding crisis faced by scaling businesses in Africa. By improving accessibility, reducing costs, and enhancing efficiency, these alternative financial services are playing a pivotal role in bridging the financial inclusion gap and fostering greater economic growth across the continent. Mouloukou Sanoh, Co-Founder and CEO of Mansa, explains the immense opportunities Fintech advancements are bringing to Africa’s entrepreneurs. Major scaling businesses in Africa form a cornerstone of the continent’s economy, driving significant job creation and growth. Despite this, many businesses find themselves struggling to secure the financing necessary for…

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Warner Music Group CEO Robert Kyncl has singled out Burna Boy and Dua Lipa as key drivers of the company’s strong second-quarter performance, which saw total revenue reach $1.554 billion. The two artists were praised for their significant contributions to the company’s success, particularly in streaming revenue.Meanwhile, Kyncl highlighted the impact of Burna Boy and Dua Lipa’s projects on Warner Music Group’s Q2 performance. He noted that they, along with a few other artists, played a crucial role in driving growth. Also, he emphasized the importance of streaming in amplifying an artist’s entire catalog, stating that newly released hits have…

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No Matt Judon extension is complete, but the Chris Lindstrom restructure will make way for another critical payment. Justin Simmons‘ Falcons visit will produce a deal.Atlanta is bringing in the longtime Denver safety starter on a one-year, $8M accord, NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero reports. This will give the Falcons an elite safety duo, with Simmons — a four-time All-Pro — set to team with Jessie Bates. Former Simmons Broncos teammate Su’a Cravens, now with CBS Sports Central, initially reported this deal would come to pass. Simmons will receive $7.5M fully guaranteed, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport reports. Of course, guarantees on this contract are less crucial due to…

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Newly resumed Gaza ceasefire talks are expected to continue on Friday, US and regional officials have said, amid efforts to defuse intensifying tensions across the Middle East. White House spokesperson John Kirby said on Thursday that negotiations were under way in Doha with the participation of officials from Israel, the United States, Qatar and Egypt. “We do not anticipate coming out of these talks today with the deal,” Kirby said. “In fact, I’d expect the talks to continue into tomorrow. This is vital work. The remaining obstacles can be overcome, and we must bring this process to a close.” Egyptian…

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The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has run out of disaster relief funding for the second year in a row before the peak of the Atlantic hurricane season has even arrived.  The agency, which is funded by Congress, uses the disaster relief fund to aid state and local governments in preparing and recovering from natural disasters including earthquakes, tornadoes, wildfires and hurricanes.  The DRF also provides financial assistance for the Individuals and Households Program which helps eligible disaster survivors with funding for temporary housing and other disaster-related expenses. The United States has already faced 19 climate disasters this year with…

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In a move set to strengthen bilateral cooperation in West Africa, Equatorial Guinea and Nigeria have signed an agreement for the construction of the Gulf of Guinea Gas Pipeline Project. A joint regional pipeline development, the project will transport gas from Nigeria to Equatorial Guinea. Under the terms of the deal, gas will be processed at Equatorial Guinea’s LNG processing facilities at Punta Europa on Bioko Island – owned by the state-owned EG LNG – signaling new opportunities for energy security on the back of bilateral collaboration. The deal, signed by Presidents Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo and Bola Ahmed Tinubu…

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