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  Mark Zuckerberg announces the end of mobile phones and introduces their successor end of mobile phones For nearly three decades, the smartphone has been at the heart of our daily lives. From communication and navigation to entertainment and productivity, it has become an essential tool. But according to Mark Zuckerberg, the smartphone era may soon be coming to an end. The Meta CEO has revealed his vision for the next major shift in technology—smart glasses—which he believes will replace smartphones as the primary way we interact with the digital world. Are Smartphones Becoming Obsolete? It might be hard to imagine life without a smartphone, but Zuckerberg predicts that the transition is already underway. In a recent interview with tech journalist Cleo Abram, he explained that the future of computing will be more immersive, natural, and social, moving away from handheld screens toward wearable technology. “ The trend in computing is to become more omnipresent, more natural, and mo...

  Singapore's biggest bank, DBS, says it expects to cut about 4,000 roles over the next three years as artificial intelligence (AI) takes on more work currently done by humans. The move will affect temporary and contract staff, a bank spokesperson said, with the reduction in the workforce coming from "natural attrition" as projects are completed. Permanent staff are not affected by the cuts. The bank's outgoing chief executive Piyush Gupta also said it expected to create around 1,000 new AI-related jobs. It makes DBS one of the first major banks to offer details on how AI will affect its operations. The company did not say how many jobs would be cut in Singapore. "Over the next three years, we envisage that AI could reduce the need to renew about 4,000 temporary/contract staff across our 19 markets working on specific projects," the DBS spokesperson said. "As such, we expect the reduction in workforce will come from natural attrition as these temporary ...

  The freezing of US humanitarian assistance has forced the closure of almost 80% of the emergency food kitchens set up to help people left destitute by Sudan's civil war, the BBC has learned. Aid volunteers said the impact of President Donald Trump's executive order halting contributions from the US government's development organisation (USAID) for 90 days meant more than 1,100 communal kitchens had shut. It is estimated that nearly two million people struggling to survive have been affected. The conflict between the army and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces has killed tens of thousands of people, forced millions from their homes and left many facing famine since it erupted in April 2023. The kitchens are run by groups known as emergency response rooms, a grassroots network of activists who stayed on the frontlines to respond to the crises in their neighbourhoods. "People are knocking on the volunteers' doors," says Duaa Tariq, one of the emergency room ...

  Pope Francis remains in a "critical" condition, but "has not presented any further respiratory crises", the Vatican said in a statement on Sunday. He was still receiving high-flow oxygen therapy and had undergone blood transfusions. Blood tests also showed he had "initial, mild, renal insufficiency" - a kidney problem - that is "currently under control", the statement said. The Vatican said he "continues to be alert and well oriented". The Pope was admitted to Rome's Gemelli Hospital on 14 February after experiencing breathing difficulties for several days, where he was first treated for bronchitis before being diagnosed with pneumonia in both lungs. On Sunday, the Pope's thrombocytopenia - a condition that occurs when the platelet count in the blood is too low - was stable, the statement said. In the morning, the Pope "participated in the Holy Mass, together with those who are taking care of him during these days", ...

K  The Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) has developed a locally-made machine designed to test the strength of various materials. The high-precision material testing machine, named TechStress TS-50, was designed by researchers from the Mechanical Engineering Department of the university. This innovation aims to eliminate the need for importing foreign-made machines for testing materials such as fibres, metals, and plastics. Background and development The lead scientist, Prof. Yesuenyeagbe Fiagbe, told GraphicOnline in a telephone interview that the project was inspired by the need to study the properties of fibres in Ghana. "Initially, the team thought about buying a testing machine, but they realised they had the knowledge to build one locally. This led to the creation of a highly accurate, flexible testing machine that can be used in various industries," he explained. He added that “this machine can test not only fibres but also metals and plastics,...

  Elon Musk’s $5,000 Robot Chef Is About to Change the Food World and Beat Professional Chefs A Game-Changer in the Kitchen The robot chef, developed by one of Musk’s cutting-edge AI and robotics companies, is equipped with advanced machine learning, high-speed robotic arms, and an extensive database of global recipes. Unlike conventional kitchen appliances, this AI-driven culinary assistant can replicate complex dishes with near-perfect accuracy, adapting to user preferences and dietary requirements. How It Works This futuristic kitchen assistant utilizes a combination of sensors, cameras, and AI-powered software to chop, stir, sauté, and plate dishes with incredible precision. It learns from professional chefs by analyzing cooking techniques and adjusting seasoning, texture, and presentation in real time. With pre-programmed recipes and the ability to download new ones, the robot chef can create a wide variety of cuisines, from Michelin-star meals to homemade comfort food. Why It...

  A sperm donor who claims to have fathered more than 180 children has been used by a judge to warn of the dangers of unregulated sperm donation. Robert Charles Albon, who calls himself Joe Donor, claims to have fathered children all over the world from China to Australia after advertising online. But using him as a donor turned into a "horror story" for a couple after he took them to court as he wanted parental rights over their child. The BBC has approached Mr Albon for a response. It is extremely rare for a parent in a family court case about children to be publicly identified but the family court judge said it was in the public interest in naming Mr Albon. In his judgement, Jonathan Furness KC said he wanted to protect women from the possible consequences of unregulated sperm donorship and from using Mr Albon. The baby in this case was conceived by syringe injection to a same-sex couple, although Mr Albon claimed to have had secret sex with the biological mother in the ba...

  "I saw the banner," Vinicius Jr told Movistar. "Whenever the opposing fans do things like that they give me more strength to have a great game and here I have done it." This was the fourth successive season - and the fifth in six - that the two teams have met in the knockout stages of the tournament. Real won on penalties when the pair faced off in the quarter-finals last year and Carlo Ancelotti's side went on to win their 15th title. "They know our history, everything we do in this competition," Vinicius Jr added. "It is the fifth time we come here, it is always very cold, but this time we have won and we have to continue this." The two sides meet in Madrid in the second leg next Wednesday.

  OFFICIAL: At 36 years old, Marcelo Vieira da Silva Júnior has just announced his retirement from football. 🏟️ 721 matches ⚽️ 58 goals 🅰️ 117 assists 🏆 5x Champions League 🏆 6x LALIGA 🏆 4x FIFA Club World Cup 🏆 3x UEFA Super Cup 🏆 2x Copa del Rey 🏆 5x Spanish Super Cup 🏆 1x Copa Libertadores 🏆 1x Recopa Sudamericana 🏆 1x Olympic Champion 🏆 1x FIFA Confederations Cup

  Emmanuel Adebayor on why he didn't continue to play for Ghana: "In interschools, I was captain, then we played inter-district; I was captain, then we played inter-region; I was captain at the time. Then I got the opportunity for the national team; we went to camp in Accra. When I went to camp, they were speaking Twi and Ga. I couldn't understand. So around 4 a.m., I carried my bag and carried my box, and the first trotro we call a bus ”going towards Lome, back home," he said.

  Burkina Faso Launches Homegrown Electric Car Models. Burkina Faso's ITAOUA has unveiled two brand-new electric car models, the SAHEL and NATIVE. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the country's automotive industry. According to ITAOUA officials, the SAHEL and NATIVE models boast impressive features, including a range of 330 kilometers on a single 30-minute charge. This innovation is set to revolutionize the country's transportation sector. Production of the eco-friendly vehicles is expected to ramp up in the coming weeks, with ITAOUA aiming to make the cars more accessible to the local market. The SAHEL and NATIVE models also feature advanced digital technology, including intuitive touchscreens, offering drivers a seamless and sustainable driving experience. This development is seen as a major breakthrough for Burkina Faso's automotive industry, showcasing the country's potential for innovation and growth.