South Africa’s Ramaphosa declares ‘state of disaster’ amid electricity crisis
The declaration comes as rolling power cuts of up to eight hours a day are hitting homes, factories and businesses.
Day: February 9, 2023
Australian missing in Turkey found alive but two still unaccounted for – as it happened
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AP source: Pelicans trade Graham to Spurs for Richardson
The New Orleans Pelicans have reached an agreement to trade Devonte’ Graham and four second-round draft choices to San Antonio in exchange for Josh Richardson.
Russia’s Ransomware Gangs Are Being Named and Shamed
Members of the Trickbot and Conti cybercrime gangs have been sanctioned in an unprecedented wave of action against the country’s hackers.
‘Finch-smuggling kingpin’ gets prison time in New York
A man repeatedly caught trying to smuggle finches from Guyana into New York for birdsong competitions has been sentenced to a year and a day in prison.
GitLab To Cut 7% of Workforce
GitLab CEO Sid Sijbrandij said in a message to employees Thursday that the company is reducing headcount by 7%, or about 130 positions. From a report: “The current macroeconomic environment is tough, and as a result, companies are still spending but th…
Iconic Kobe Bryant jersey sells for record $5.8 million at auction
The jersey worn by the late basketball star during 25 games of his 2007-2008 season is now the most expensive Kobe Bryant item ever sold at auction.
Cristiano Ronaldo scores 4 goals in Saudi Pro League game
Cristiano Ronaldo scored four goals for his new Saudi Arabian team Thursday bringing his career tally in domestic leagues to 503.