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TotalEnergies Partners With GIP on $1.8 Billion African Infrastructure Deal — 15hTotalEnergies and Global Infrastructure Partners, a BlackRock affiliate, have agreed to a US$1.8 billion investment into TotalEnergies’ African oil and gas midstream assets in exchange for a throughput-based tariff lasting up to 15 years, allowing monetization while preserving operational control. The deal signals a broader strategy to unlock value from midstream infrastructure and attract major investors to Africa’s energy sector.

Priya Raman BlackRock's affiliate backing African oil infrastructure at this level should draw more serious money into the sector.

Xiaomi 18 Fold Hands-On: An Attractive 'Mid-Size' Foldable With Powerful SpecsTech — Sep 8, 2026

TransNusa Plans Melbourne-Bali Flights as Sixth Carrier — 3dTransNusa will launch daily Melbourne–Bali flights from October 19, 2026, making it the sixth airline on the route and its second Australian gateway after Perth, while also introducing a Premium Plus service with 20 seats per flight and enhanced baggage allowances to attract budget-conscious travelers. The move intensifies competition on the Melbourne–Denpasar corridor as the airline expands its Australian network and taps into Bali’s ongoing popularity for Australian holidaymakers.

Derek Foss More competition on the Melbourne Bali route should help keep fares reasonable for regular holidaymakers.

KRX Plans 8 p.m. Trading for Most Stocks — 5dKRX will extend trading hours to 8 PM for most Kospi and Kosdaq stocks, expanding the universe to roughly 2,400 issues and aiming to attract foreign and global investors as part of a push toward a 24-hour market. The move follows Nextrade's post-close trading, broadens competition, and seeks to improve liquidity and price efficiency amid growing AI-driven market interest.

Jared Kim Retail traders like me won't gain much if the hours just favor institutions chasing AI-driven trades late into the night.

Americans Gain Ground in Southern Europe TourismTravel — Sep 5, 2026Across Spain, Greece, and Portugal, American travelers are reshaping tourism: in Spain the American visitor count rose to 4.2 million in 2024 and nears 5 million by 2025, while Greek data show Americans spend the most per trip though Germans generate the most revenue due to volume. Portugal likewise attracts Americans seeking a European lifestyle, with broader residency options attracting longer stays.

Eiffel Tower briefly closes after workers strike over female staff instructions — 4dThe SO/ Paris hotel sits in a repurposed 1960s government building near the Marais and Eiffel Tower, illustrating a rising trend of converting historic structures into luxury hotels as travelers seek narrative weight alongside design. Paris also faced a rare shutdown of the Eiffel Tower after a staff strike over management directives to sidelined female workers for a visiting religious delegation, reflecting tensions between civil rights and public-space operations, while the city continues to attract global fascination—from an objectophilic marriage to the tower to the public exhibition of presidential-era DS cars during European Heritage Days.

Morgan Stanley Sees Up to $17 Billion in Annual Tesla Semi Software Revenue — Sep 11, 2026Morgan Stanley’s note estimates Tesla’s autonomous Semi software could generate 12,000–18,000 dollars per truck per month, potentially reaching about 17 billion dollars in software revenue by 2040 with 82,000 Semis on the road, far eclipsing current consumer FSD revenue. Tesla is expanding the Semi into Europe with specifications like a 550-kilometer range and fast Megacharger charging, leveraging high diesel prices to accelerate adoption, while Musk’s ventures like Boring Company attract large funding for tunnel projects.

Dana Whitfield Reaching 17 billion by 2040 depends on hitting those production numbers, which Tesla has struggled with before.

OpenAI Claims AI Solved Navier-Stokes Millennium Problem Amid Credit AllegationsTech — Sep 8, 2026OpenAI has announced breakthroughs claiming solutions to Millennium Prize Problems, including a Navier–Stokes related result produced by AI, though scholars have questioned attribution and raised concerns about credit and originality. The debate expanded as OpenAI’s Astra model allegedly solved 10 longstanding problems at minimal compute cost, attracting criticism over undisclosed prior work and potential research misconduct.

Patagonia courts OpenAI-backed data centers as US sites face backlash — Sep 7, 2026Argentina’s Patagonia is becoming a hub for massive data-center projects as cool climate, abundant renewable energy, and nearby Vaca Muerta shale gas attract tech giants and investors. Projects from Pampa Energia, Sur Energy with OpenAI, and others aim for hundreds of megawatts, though developers face infrastructure, fiber connectivity, and regulatory hurdles before large-scale operations can materialize.

Dana Whitfield Funny how these projects always chase places with weak regulation and cheap energy, then call it innovation.

Carbon credits cut clean-cookstove costs across Africa despite growing scrutiny — Sep 7, 2026Africa is pursuing new, coordinated financing architectures to accelerate its food systems and CAADP implementation while leveraging public, private, and concessional funding to attract private investment. Separately, carbon credit financing is expanding access to clean cooking across the continent, lowering upfront costs and supported by billions in commitments and dozens of policies to scale adoption for nearly 1 billion people lacking clean cooking options.

Dana Whitfield The scrutiny on carbon markets is fair but let's not throw out a tool that's actually lowering real costs for real families.

Greg Gutfeld Explains Why People Are Becoming Less Attractive: ‘It’s About a Denial of Truth’Opinion — Aug 4, 2023Are people getting less attractive? That’s the theory behind one viral clip from a facial aesthetics expert — and Fox News’ Greg Gutfeld concurs. However, Gutfeld has a simpler explanation for the phenomenon than…

China Opens 800B Yuan Financing Tool, Delays Loom — Aug 24, 2026Beijing opened applications for an 800 billion yuan policy-backed financing tool to spur infrastructure, high-tech manufacturing, and other strategic sectors, aiming to attract private and bank financing and lift growth after a slowdown. However, analysts warn rollout could lag by weeks to a month, potentially dampening near-term impact even as new subsidies and a private investment guarantee are meant to attract private capital.

National Park Service to Waive Fees at Select Sites September 17Travel — Sep 8, 2026Across cities and countries, parks are being positioned as major attractions—from San Francisco’s 1,017-acre, museum‑studded spaces to Colorado Springs’ Garden of the Gods—highlighting the breadth of experiences parks offer beyond simple recreation. At the national and regional levels, several parks are easing access with no reservation needs or fee-free days, including a nationwide free-entry event on September 17, while South African and other regional programs promote temporary free access windows to encourage outdoor exploration.

Toyota Lineup Spans Trucks, EVs, HybridsAuto — Sep 3, 2026Dealerships across the U.S. are promoting a wide range of Toyota models, from the reliable 2024 Corolla and rugged Tacoma pickups to the electric 2027 bZ, emphasizing hybrid options, modern tech, and broad charging capabilities. Regional dealers highlight aggressive pricing, extensive pre-owned programs, and convenient, multi-brand inventories to attract buyers.

Nassau County Launches Campaign to Attract Residents Fleeing NYC Under Mamdani — Nov 7, 2025Nassau County officials unveiled a marketing campaign Friday aimed at attracting New York City residents and businesses concerned about Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani’s incoming socialist policies. According to the New York…

Tim Walz Admits Welfare State ‘Attracts Criminals,’ Dodges Blame For Fraud Problem — Dec 1, 2025Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said his state “attracts criminals” when asked Sunday about rampant welfare fraud linked to Somali residents. Walz deflected blame for more than $1 billion in taxpayer funds stolen…

If Republicans Want To Beat Socialists, They Need To Acknowledge A Hard Truth — Aug 6, 2026Why are people attracted to the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA)? A more important question is, why shouldn’t they be?

Global investors turn to Chinese stock options as AI trades crowd Asia — Sep 6, 2026Investors are increasingly turning to Chinese equity derivatives to diversify away from crowded AI trades, with rising demand for call options and swap contracts tied to CSI indices (notably CSI 1000, 300, and 500) and strategic bets on mid- and small-cap exposures. Analysts from BNP Paribas, Bank of America, Barclays, and UBS frame the CSI 500 as an attractive AI alternative amid ongoing reforms and improving hardware earnings, while caution remains about China’s economy and government support.

Nicole Hardy Feels like everyone's just chasing whatever isn't the AI trade at this point, CSI 500 included.

Pluto TV Expands Anime Lineup With Two ChannelsEntertainment — Sep 3, 2026Pluto TV is expanding its free FAST service with two new anime-focused channels, English-dub premieres like One-Punch Man and Kenichi, and a broader catalog of films and series, plus live events and 250-plus new titles to boost appeal to younger viewers. The platform is also launching a Narcos 24/7 channel to present all seasons in a continuous stream, reinforcing its strategy of theme-based channels to attract niche audiences.

Trump Hopes to Attract Defense Contractors to ‘Do Magnets’ — Jul 16, 2026President Donald Trump urged some of the country’s most dominant defense industry companies to “do magnets” at the Pennsylvania Defense & Innovation Summit in Carlisle, Pennsylvania.

Sunflower Festivals Reported Across States Attracting CrowdsLifestyle — Aug 8, 2026Sunflower festivals are in full swing across the U.S., from DeBuck’s Family Farm in Belleville, Michigan, to KC Wine Co. in Olathe, Kansas, and multiple Seattle-area farms, offering bloom-filled fields, self-guided photo spots, wellness activities, and ticketed admissions. Visitors can expect peak blooms, family-friendly attractions, and opportunities to pick bouquets or enjoy additional festival experiences through late summer and early fall.

PLI schemes attract Rs 2.4 lakh crore investmentBusiness — Jul 21, 2026India’s Production Linked Incentive schemes across 14 sectors have drawn over ₹2.40 lakh crore in actual investments, generated more than 14.15 lakh direct and indirect jobs, and boosted exports to ₹15.2 lakh crore as of March 2026, with mobile phone manufacturing at 99.2% domestically and imports down 77%. The schemes are regularly reviewed by the Empowered Group of Secretaries to address implementation issues and attract more investment, reinforcing Make in India and strengthening India's role in global value chains.

Mystery Deepens: Something Was Supposed to Be Beneath Razed Georgia Guidestones, but Where Is It?Opinion — Jul 25, 2022The Georgia Guidestones: They were a strange, cryptic roadside attraction that some called the “American Stonehenge” and others claimed were satanic. They are no more, thanks to an unknown vandal setting off a bomb at…

Tiger's Fate Decided After Attacking Cleaning Worker at Florida ZooReporting — Dec 31, 2021Some of the most common attractions at the zoo are the large, dangerous, exotic animals. They’re unusual and the power they represent is alluring to many people. So alluring, that some will make very poor choices for…