BusinessFinancial TimesBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minUS considers sanctions on Brazil judge in new test of diplomatic tiesFresh blow in relations comes as leftwing leader Lula launches re-election campaignFinancial Times
BusinessFinancial TimesBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minCanadian business braced for 50% US tariffsUS-Canada trade talks go down to the wire, plus Japanese growth figures and a UK inflation updateFinancial Times
BusinessDaily TrustBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minZamfara Woos Investors, Highlights Mining, Agriculture, Renewable EnergyZamfara State Governor, Dauda Lawal, has called on local and foreign investors to explore the state’s investment opportunities in solid minerals, agriculture, renewable energy and information technology. Lawal made the call while speaking…Daily Trust
BusinessBloombergBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minBloomberg This Weekend | Meta on Trial, the Race To Replace Gov. DeSantis, and Pet LongevityThe news doesn’t stop when markets close. Hosts Joe Mathieu, Carol Massar and Lisa Mateo bring clarity, context and a bit of humor to the weekend’s biggest headlines, LIVE from New York. Joined by Rep. Byron Donalds (R- FL), Rob Bonta…Bloomberg
BusinessThe GuardianBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minWater companies in England and Wales explore ‘surge pricing’ during droughtSuppliers could factor water scarcity into charges as part of Ofwat proposal to reduce consumption Water companies could be allowed to raise bills for customers during periods of drought under proposals being considered by the sector’s…The Guardian
BusinessCNABusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minCrypto wallet provider SafePal discloses data breach affecting nearly 40,000 users' order informationCNA
BusinessThe GuardianBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minTurbocharge special needs internships to help tackle UK youth jobs crisis, says MilburnGovernment review led by former minister to recommend huge expansion of onsite schemes for those who need support Specialist internships designed to secure work for young people with special educational needs should be put on “turbocharge”…The Guardian
BusinessDaily TrustBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minFintiri’s Senatorship Is for the YouthAdamawa’s youth have never had it this good. The administration of Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri has demonstrated, through concrete policies and programmes, that it is a government for the youth. 1. Youth Employment: Over 4,000 civil…Daily Trust
BusinessDeutsche WelleBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minWhy Kyiv keeps attacking Russian retail giant WildberriesUkraine has been striking warehouses belonging to Russia's largest online marketplace, saying the attacks disrupt Moscow's military logistics. But the campaign could have far-reaching consequences for Russia's economy.Deutsche Welle
BusinessDeutsche WelleBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minUkraine attacks Wildberries, Russia's biggest online marketSince mid-July, Ukraine has been targeting warehouses of Russia's largest online retailer Wildberries almost every day. Ukraine says it's disrupting front-line shipments. But experts say it's disrupting Russia's economy.Deutsche Welle
BusinessAllAfricaBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minWest Africa: Lithium in the Sahel - How Armed Groups Are Exploiting the Global Scramble for the Critical Mineral[The Conversation Africa] Every electric vehicle, smartphone and laptop battery begins with one essential ingredient: lithium.AllAfrica
BusinessBloombergBusinessAug 16, 2026 · 1 minFed’s Internal Rate Debate Faces New ScrutinyMinutes from the Federal Reserve’s July meeting will offer a closer look at the debate that produced three dissents in favor of a quarter-point rate increase, an unusually visible split as policymakers contend with elevated inflation and…Bloomberg