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NuRAN Plans to Turn Thousands of Powered, Connected Rural Sites It Already Owns Into the Next Layer of Africa's Digital Infrastructure: Edge AI and Local Compute

TORONTO, ON / ACCESS Newswire / September 1, 2026 / Pivotree Inc. (TSXV:PVT) ("Pivotree" or the "Company"), a leader in frictionless commerce solutions, announced today that it has received TSX Venture Exchange ("TSXV") approval for a normal course issuer bid (the "NCIB") through the facilities of the TSXV permitting the Company to repurchase, for cancellation, up to 2,009,509 common shares of the Company, representing 10% of the number of common shares of the Company held by "Public Shareholders" (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSXV).

SODANKYLÄ, FI / ACCESS Newswire / September 1, 2026 / FireFox Gold Corp. (TSXV:FFOX)(OTCQB:FFOXF)("FireFox" or the "Company") is pleased to report assay results from six additional drill holes completed at its 100%-owned Mustajärvi Gold Project in Lapland, Finland. This work continues to provide data for the anticipated mineral resource estimate for the project. Five holes evaluated infill and step-out targets at the East Zone, and one hole drilled a step-out at the Northeast Zone (see Figure 1 and Table 1).

CRANBROOK, BC / ACCESS Newswire / September 1, 2026 / Eagle Plains Resources Ltd. (TSX-V:EPL)(OTCQB:EGPLF) ("EPL" or "Eagle Plains") is pleased to announce that partner Xcite Uranium Inc. (TSX-V:XRI) ("XRI or Xcite"), has commenced a diamond drilling program at Eagle Plains' 100% owned Lorado Project, Saskatchewan. The 1200m, 3-hole program will test for uranium mineralization defined by both historical work and results from the 2025-2026 field programs.

MKANGO RELEASES HALF YEAR 2026 FINANCIAL STATEMENTS ANDMANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS

CALGARY, AB / ACCESS Newswire / September 1, 2026 / Valeura Energy Inc. (TSX:VLE)(OTCQX:VLERF) ("Valeura" or the "Company") announces that it intends to accelerate its Wassana field redevelopment project on block G10/48 (100% operated interest) in the offshore Gulf of Thailand.

Alexander Zverev captured his first Grand Slam title at the French Open this year, and now the US Open top seed is eager for another crack at the Slam that got away.

Heavy rainstorms swept through the Grand Canyon on Monday, threatening efforts to find more than a dozen people missing after flash floods over the weekend, the National Park Service (NPS) said, with two bodies already recovered.

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 22 states sued Amazon on Monday for allegedly "manipulating" online auctions for digital advertising, resulting in more than $20 billion in overcharges for 1.2 million customers.

Investor Joshua Kushner on Monday blamed power struggles within global football for the outrage over FIFA's plan to sell stakes in the World Cup, admitting his firm "would not have gotten involved" if it had anticipated the backlash.

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Carlos Alcaraz made a flying start to his US Open title defense on Monday, overcoming nerves after a lengthy layoff due to injury and defeating Russia's Roman Safiullin in straight sets.

The football world on Monday paid homage to Argentine superstar Lionel Messi after his decision to retire from the national team.

Russia's attendance at the opening of US-hosted G20 finance meetings sparked European pushback on Monday, adding a surprise element to talks already clouded by the Iran war and President Donald Trump's trade policies.

Mikel Arteta said Arsenal's ability to kill off their Premier League rivals will be key to their title defence after Bukayo Saka sealed a 1-0 win against Aston Villa on Monday.

A jury began deliberations on Monday in the trial of a former Los Angeles gang leader accused of involvement in the sensational murder three decades ago of chart-topping rapper Tupac Shakur.

Barcelona's teenage star Lamine Yamal and Raphinha both struck twice as the champions beat Rayo Vallecano 5-2 on Monday to continue their perfect start to the campaign.

The US Supreme Court on Monday allowed President Donald Trump to continue construction of his White House ballroom, granting him a major victory against opponents of the project.

Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz didn't miss a beat as he returned from a four-month injury absence with a straight-sets first-round victory in the US Open on Monday.

President Donald Trump said Monday that the United States is reviewing its position on the Falkland Islands, after reports that Washington threatened to oppose Britain's sovereignty if it does not increase defense spending.

Everton have agreed to sign United States striker Folarin Balogun from Monaco in a deal worth £40 million ($54 million), according to reports on Monday.

Arsenal extended their flawless start to the Premier League season as Bukayo Saka sealed the champions' 1-0 win against troubled Aston Villa on Monday.

Argentine President Javier Milei on Monday appealed to the International Automobile Federation (FIA) for Formula One to return to Argentina after nearly 30 years away.

Oil prices jumped more than two percent on Monday, with the Brent international benchmark rising above $90 a barrel after a fresh flare-up in the US-Iran war.

Carlos Alcaraz opened his US Open title defense in solid fashion Monday, defeating Russia's Roman Safiullin in straight sets in his highly anticipated first singles match in more than four months.

Tadej Pogacar had an operation on his fractured collarbone on Monday as he begins his recovery from the heavy fall that put paid to his Vuelta a Espana ambitions.

Ukraine on Monday announced stricter security protocols for Kyiv public transport, schools and even parliament amid a major surge in Russian drone attacks it says are aimed at "paralysing" the Ukrainian capital.

Manchester City have agreed to sign Senegal winger Iliman Ndiaye from Everton in a deal worth £65 million ($88 million), according to reports on Monday.

Aryna Sabalenka's bid for a rare US Open three-peat got off to a winning start Monday as she dispatched Camila Osorio, while French rising star Arthur Fils suffered a surprise loss.

Apple's chief executive Tim Cook bid farewell to the tech giant on Monday, paying tribute to founder Steve Jobs and praising staff as "extraordinary," as he passed the baton to incoming CEO John Ternus.

Rising French star Arthur Fils tumbled out of the US Open Monday, losing his opening match to Greece's Stefanos Tsitsipas in four sets.