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Published on May 18, 2026

Nigeria capable of hosting 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships, says South Africa

The President, Fencing Federation of South Africa (FFSA), Louise Lombard, has commended Nigeria’s capacity to successfully host the 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships. Ms Lombard gave the commendation in a statement to journalists on Sunday in Lagos, …

Source: Peoples Gazette - Neutral
Published on 00:40 GMT

Silver Ferns: NBA changemaker now shooting for netball transformation

As head of performance for the Silver Ferns ahead of July’s Commonwealth Games, Lane claims it’s one of the most challenging jobs she’s had. Life-changing, even. After the “mess” that unravelled at the top of the sport last year, when Silver Ferns coach …

Source: The New Zealand Herald - Neutral
Published on May 17, 2026

South Africa praises Nigeria’s readiness for 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships

Louise Lombard, President of the Fencing Federation of South Africa (FFSA), has commended Nigeria’s capacity to host the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Fencing Championships. Ms Lombard, a respected administrator, FIE referee, and former Secretary General of …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral
Published on 04:27 GMT

Empower local communities for fairer global economy, Cafod urges government

'As an international community, too often we have failed in our primary task: to work in genuine partnership,' David Lammy MP told the Global Partnerships Conference. 'Not focussed on handouts, but on shared growth.' Stefan Rousseau, PA …

Source: The Tablet - Pending
Published on May 20, 2026

Regional Winners of Prestigious Literary Prize Suspected of Using Chatbots

The 2026 Commonwealth Short Story Prize is facing backlash after several winning entries were accused of being AI-generated, with one Caribbean winner's story flagged as fully AI-written by a detector that WIRED says it independently confirmed. From …

Source: Slashdot - Neutral
Published on May 18, 2026

Ideagen becomes Games first AI Technology Principal Partner and backs Commonwealth Netball

NOTTINGHAM, England--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 18, 2026-- Ideagen, a global software company with its US headquarters in Fort Lauderdale, has been unveiled as the Official AI Technology Principal Partner of Glasgow 2026, Presenting Partner for Netball and an …

Source: Santa Maria Times - California - Neutral
Published on May 18, 2026

Bharat Singh Chauhan re-elected as Chairman of Commonwealth Chess Association

Wasakaduwa [Sri Lanka], May 18 (ANI): Continuing his remarkable contribution towards the growth and development of chess over the last five decades, Bharat Singh Chauhan of India has been re-elected unanimously and unopposed as Chairman of the Commonwealth …

Source: The Tribune (Chandigarh) - Neutral
Published on May 18, 2026

Bharat Singh Chauhan re-elected Commonwealth Chess Association chairman

Bharat Singh Chauhan has been re-elected unopposed as Chairman of the Commonwealth Chess Association for 2026–2030. Elections were held in Sri Lanka, with key posts filled unanimously. The association also announced the launch of the Commonwealth School …

Source: Telengana Today - Indeterminate
Published on May 18, 2026

Bharat Singh Chauhan To Lead Commonwealth Chess Association

Veteran Indian sports administrator Bharat Singh Chauhan secures another term as Chairman of the Commonwealth Chess Association, signalling continued growth and development for chess across Commonwealth nations. Key Points Bharat Singh Chauhan re-elected …

Source: Rediff - Center-right
Published on May 15, 2026

South African karate legend Sonny Pillay honoured by USA Martial Arts Hall of Honours

Durban karate legend Sonny Pillay has received a prestigious international accolade after being inducted into the USA Martial Arts Hall of Honours — becoming the first South African karate grandmaster to receive the rare recognition. The seasoned martial …

Source: Tabloid Newspapers - Pending
Published on May 20, 2026

NBA changemaker now steadying the Silver Ferns

Chelsea Lane keeps a notebook beside her bed, scribbling down the 3am flashes of insight that come to her for the Silver Ferns. The ideas might not survive in the light of day, but Lane is convinced it shows how much she suddenly cares about netball – a …

Source: Newsroom - Neutral
Published on May 14, 2026

Commonwealth expresses solidarity with South Africa after deadly floods

The Commonwealth of Nations has expressed solidarity with South Africa following deadly floods and storms that have claimed lives and displaced communities across several provinces. At least 10 people have been confirmed dead, with homes destroyed after …

Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
Published on May 20, 2026

List of International Organisations: Acronyms, Full Forms and Headquarters

International organisations are formal organisations set up by treaties to deal with world affairs. These include the United Nations in New York, the World Trade Organization in Geneva and the International Monetary Fund in Washington. They oversee …

Source: Jagran Josh - Neutral
Published on May 19, 2026

The headgear 23: Is this the best team ever of headgear wearers?

1. Matt Dunning - Australia While scrummaging is a key criterion for props, who doesn’t want a front rower capable of pulling off big intercepts and kicking drop goals. His accidental drop goal during a Super 12 match against the Chiefs, while sporting his …

Source: The New Zealand Herald - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2026

Chetan Nathoo on representing South Africa in London

Chetan Nathoo’s table tennis journey began at his cousin’s house, leading to a career that started in earnest during his primary school years. Today, his extensive resume includes representing South Africa at the Commonwealth Games, the African Senior …

Source: Eye Witness News - Neutral
Published on May 13, 2026

Holly Ann Miller From Aotearoa New Zealand Wins 2026 Regional Commonwealth Short Story Prize For Pacific

Holy Ann Miller (Photo/Supplied) 30-year-old from Kerikeri wins for ‘Second Skin’, an examination of familial belonging in which the boundaries between humanity and nature are blurred Judges impressed by ‘meticulously constructed, stiflingly …

Source: Scoop - Indeterminate
Published on May 13, 2026

Commonwealth Short Story Prize 2026 Regional Winners Announced

Five stories—chosen from 7,806 entries—have been announced as regional winners of the world’s most global literature prize. Judges hail stories ‘where the characters are utterly believable, the prose assured, and the author has something important to say.’ …

Source: Scoop - Indeterminate
Published on May 19, 2026

The parasite that won’t leave: Why Malaria still rules Nigeria

Featured, Health The nets are up, the drains are cleared, but the parasite refuses to leave. As the African Union’s 2024 Malaria Progress Report bluntly concludes, Nigeria and the continent face a “perfect storm of converging crises” including serious …

Source: Realnews Magazine - Indeterminate
Published on May 3, 2026

To our beloved brothers in South Africa, By Femi Fani-Kayode

I call on the government of South Africa to secure the lives and property of our citizens and to do all it can to enhance the respect, fraternity and support that both of our nations have traditionally accorded to one another… The two largest economies on …

Source: Premium Times - Neutral

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 09:00 GMT

Virginia Credit Union Honored with National Excellence in Financial Literacy Education Award

Richmond, Virginia, May 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Virginia Credit Union (VACU) has been named Organization of the Year by the Institute for Financial Literacy, receiving the prestigious 2026 Excellence in Financial Literacy Education (EIFLE) Award in …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 14:16 GMT

Australia to Pour USD280.7M Into National Science Agency

(MENAFN) Australia's government is injecting an additional 387.4 million Australian dollars — roughly 280.7 million U.S. dollars — into the nation's premier scientific body over the next four years, a senior cabinet minister announced Saturday, …

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Published on May 20, 2026 - 12:31 GMT

Lakeland Fire + Safety Delivers Head-to-Toe Fire Gear Order for Whitfield County Georgia Fire Department

New Customer Validates Ability to Deliver Integrated, Head-to-Toe Protection at Scale Lakeland Releases New Video of Interview with Whitfield Fire Chief and Assistant Chief at FDIC HUNTSVILLE, Ala., May 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lakeland Industries, Inc …

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Published on May 20, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

2026 Identity & Payments Summit Recap: AI Transforms Fraud, Agentic Commerce and Digital Identity in Action

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Secure Technology Alliance is celebrating the success of its 2026 Identity & Payments Summit in Houston, Texas. The Summit brought together hundreds of cross-industry decision-makers to …

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Published on May 11, 2026 - 13:24 GMT

Britain Calls in China's Ambassador After Hong Kong Spy Convictions

(MENAFN) Britain called in the Chinese ambassador to London on Saturday after three men were found guilty under the UK National Security Act of providing assistance to Hong Kong intelligence services, the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO …

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Published on May 18, 2026 - 19:18 GMT

Shapiro Administration Celebrates the Opening of New Affordable Townhomes in Harrisburg, Highlights the Need for ...

The five, three-bedroom townhomes, constructed as part of a 4th Street revitalization initiative, were supported with more than $366,000 in prior Commonwealth funding. Governor Josh Shapiro recently unveiled the Commonwealth’s first-ever Housing Action …

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Published on May 18, 2026 - 18:59 GMT

Shapiro Administration Celebrates the Opening of New Affordable Townhomes in Harrisburg, Highlights the Need for ...

The five, three-bedroom townhomes, constructed as part of a 4th Street revitalization initiative, were supported with more than $366,000 in prior Commonwealth funding. Governor Josh Shapiro recently unveiled the Commonwealth’s first-ever Housing Action …

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Published on May 19, 2026 - 04:15 GMT

Excelas Data Breach: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Exposure of Personal and Medical Information; Free Evaluations ...

NEWTON, Pa., May 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is investigating privacy claims arising from the Excelas data breach and urges individuals who received a notification from Excelas to contact the firm …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

OnStak Launches AI Portfolio — Cuts Enterprise AI Costs, Accelerates Migration to AI Operating Model

Three capabilities, built with OnStak’s correlation expertise. Pilots install AI. Production absorbs AI into their operating model. SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- OnStak today expanded its enterprise AI footprint …

Distribution channels: Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals Industry, IT Industry ...
Published on May 21, 2026 - 12:45 GMT

Podean Fortalece su Liderazgo en Walmart con la Adquisición de Cartbloom

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Podean, el socio de crecimiento independiente más grande del mundo con foco en marketplaces, anunció hoy una expansión significativa de su oferta de servicios en Walmart con la adquisición …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 12:45 GMT

Podean Strengthens Walmart Leadership With Acquisition of Cartbloom

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Podean, the largest independent global marketplace-focused growth partner, today announced a significant expansion of its Walmart service offering with the acquisition of Cartbloom Media. …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 12:42 GMT

Automotive Software Market to Reach US$49.39 Billion by 2033 Growing at 13.3% CAGR | Coherent Market Insights

Automotive Software Market is estimated to valued USD 20.61 Bn in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 49.39 Bn by 2033, growing at CAGR of 13.3% from 2026 to 2033 BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coherent Market …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 12:30 GMT

BLUETTI no WUF13: Parceria com a ONU-Habitat para impulsionar a urbanização sustentável global

SÃO PAULO, BRAZIL, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Como parceiro oficial da ONU-Habitat, a BLUETTI, líder global em energia limpa, foi convidada para participar do 13º World Urban Forum (WUF13), em Baku. Eric Fang, General Manager de PayGo e …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 12:07 GMT

Squaretalk at Money20/20 Amsterdam 2026: Where Fintech Meets Compliant Communication

Squaretalk's leadership team heads to Europe's flagship Fintech event in Amsterdam as the platform deepens its footprint in regulated finance. AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This June, Squaretalk joins PayPal …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 12:05 GMT

UK-based Roarrr Theatre Announces Its Core 2026 Performance Season

LONDON, MIDLOTHIAN, UNITED KINGDOM, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Roarrr Theatre, a prominent UK-based theatre company founded by Chinese artist and director Portia Yuran Li, today officially announced its core performance programme for 2026. Its …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 12:05 GMT

Hydrogen Aircraft Market Set to Robust Growth at 33% CAGR Through 2033, Says Coherent Market Insights

Hydrogen Aircraft Market is estimated to be valued at USD 3.50 Bn in 2026 and is expected to reach USD 19 Bn by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 33% from 2026 to 2033 BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coherent Market Insights …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 12:05 GMT

Structural Health Monitoring Market Size to Hit USD 8,667.3 Million by 2033 at 13.5% CAGR | Coherent Market Insights

Structural Health Monitoring Market is estimated to valued USD 3,582.4 Mn in 2026 and expected USD 8,667.3 Mn by 2033, growing CAGR of 13.5% from 2026 to 2033 BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Coherent Market Insights has …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 12:00 GMT

QuiX Quantum Introduces PACU, a Photonic Assembly Control Unit for Scalable Quantum Systems

Rack-mountable control unit standardizes control layer for QuiX Quantum’s photonic systems, supporting the company’s roadmap toward universal quantum computers ENSCHEDE, NETHERLANDS, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- QuiX Quantum today …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 10:01 GMT

World Seed Congress 2026 closes in Lisbon with record participation and election of first female ISF President

Global seed sector concludes three days of dialogue and action on trade, innovation, social responsibility, genetic resources, and resilient food systems LISBON, PORTUGAL, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The World Seed Congress 2026, the …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Business & Economy ...
Published on May 21, 2026 - 07:29 GMT

Veterinary Healthcare Market to Witness Massive Growth by 2033 | Zoetis Inc., Virbac SA, Vetoquinol SA

BURLINGAME, CA, UNITED STATES, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The latest research study published by Coherent Market Insights on the "Veterinary Healthcare Market Forecast 2026–2033" delivers precise economic insights along with …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 07:00 GMT

Compliance Integration in 2026 for Aviation HR teams

As aviation scales in 2026, HR partners are vital to integrate complex fatigue risk management and cross-border compliance into resilient workforce strategies. KALKARA, MALTA, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Compliance Integration in 2026 for …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 06:32 GMT

New Zealand real estate agents recognised amongst top international performers

NEW ZEALAND, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- eXp New Zealand has announced that New Zealand real estate agents have been recognised amongst the top-performing agents within eXp Realty’s international network, highlighting the growing strength …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 06:23 GMT

Australian real estate agents recognised as top international performers

AUSTRALIA, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- eXp Australia has announced that Australian real estate agents have been recognised as the top-performing agents within eXp Realty’s international network, highlighting the growing strength and …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 05:00 GMT

+120 New Job Opportunities: IntouchCX Expands Hiring in Athens

This initiative reflects the growing demand for multilingual CX talent in Greece and IntouchCX’s continued investment in creating long term career opportunities ATHENS, GREECE, May 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Greece continues to strengthen …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 04:16 GMT

Who’s Ahead in the Solar Engineering, Procurement, And Construction (EPC) Market? Competitive Insights for 2026

The Business Research Company’s Solar Engineering, Procurement, And Construction (EPC) Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The solar …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 04:16 GMT

Competitive Trends in the Shop Fitting Material Market: What Sets Leaders Apart

The Business Research Company’s Shop Fitting Material Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The shop fitting material market is …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 04:16 GMT

Retail E-Commerce Market 2026: Mapping the Competitive Ecosystem

The Business Research Company’s Retail E-Commerce Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The retail e-commerce market is dominated …

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Published on May 21, 2026 - 04:16 GMT

How Companies Compete in the Energy-Based Aesthetic Devices Market: Insights into Market Leadership

The Business Research Company’s Energy-Based Aesthetic Devices Global Market Report 2026 - Market Size, Trends, And Global Forecast 2026-2035 LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The energy-based aesthetic …

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