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Nvidia-Backed Fireworks Valued at $17.5 Billion

Nvidia-Backed Fireworks Valued at $17.5 Billion

Jul 17, 2026 · Emily Ross

Fireworks, an artificial intelligence startup, has secured a $1.5 billion funding round. This brings its total valuation to $17.5 billion. The company offers cl

Congo Health Workers Strike Amid Ebola Crisis

Congo Health Workers Strike Amid Ebola Crisis

Jul 17, 2026 · James Parker

Healthcare professionals in the Democratic Republic of Congo have initiated a strike. This action comes as the nation grapples with a spreading Ebola epidemic.