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WeRide suspends robotaxi fleet in Dubai as Iran conflict widens

Today at 12:13 PM, via SowetanLIVE

Chinese autonomous driving firm WeRide has suspended its robotaxi fleet in Dubai as the escalating US-Israel conflict with Iran roiled key Middle Eastern hubs that have emerged as the robotaxi industry’s most promising markets.

South Africa

Ministry of Police sets record straight on Phala Phala matter

Today at 11:46 AM, via SAnews

Ministry of Police sets record straight on Phala Phala matter

The Ministry of Police says it has noted various articles circulating online and in the media regarding the declassification of the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) report into the Phala Phala matter. 

This information originated from a written Parliamentary response provided by the Acting Police...

Sport

Rahm on rejecting DP World Tour deal

Today at 12:20 PM, via BBC News

Jon Rahm explains his reasons for not signing on the dotted line with the DP World Tour late last month.

Sport

Satriano goal stuns Real Madrid

Today at 12:17 PM, via BBC News

Real Madrid miss the chance to move within one point of La Liga leaders Barcelona after Martin Satriano’s spectacular strike givse Getafe a shock win at the Bernabeu.

Sport

Proteas ready to embrace pressure, favourites tag

Today at 12:01 PM, via The South African

The Proteas welcome the big opportunity to dispel the ‘chokers’ tag and prove they have what it takes to handle pressure as the ‘favourites’.

Education

Liberia: UL Confers Honorary Doctorate On Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti At 105th Commencement

Today at 12:35 PM, via AllAfrica

[Liberian Investigator] MONROVIA — Liberia’s Foreign Minister Sara Beysolow Nyanti was awarded an honorary doctorate in International Relations by the University of Liberia during the institution’s 105th commencement ceremony Saturday, with the university citing her role in advancing Liberia’s diplomatic engagement and international partnerships.

Education

JD Vance Has His Reasons

Today at 12:07 PM, via New York Times

The vice president’s political transformation from Trump skeptic to MAGA superstar has many roots.

Education

Sudan: Prime Minister Directs Establishment of Productive Programs and Projects for Students to Enhance Academic Stability

Today at 11:55 AM, via AllAfrica

[SNA] Khartoum — Prime Minister Dr. Kamil Idris chaired on Monday a meeting of the Board of Trustees of the National Fund for Student Welfare, attended by Minister of Federal Governance and Rural Development Mohamed Kortikaila Saleh, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr. Ahmed Modawi Musa, Minister of Industry and Trade Ms. Mahasin Yagoub, Minister of Education and National...

Education

Welsh ‘revolution’ required to hit target of 1m speakers by 2050, says report

Today at 08:00 AM, via The Guardian

Welsh language commissioner calls for ‘transformative’ intervention, amid Reform UK threats to undo new powers

A “revolution is required” to protect the Welsh language, according to a major new report.

While the number of Cymraeg speakers has remained more or less stable for decades, it has not risen in line with significant population growth, making the language more vulnerable, according to...

Science/Tech

The 19th Century Silent Film That First Captured a Robot Attack

Today at 12:00 PM, via Slashdot

The Library of Congress has restored Gugusse et l’Automate, an 1897 short by Georges Melies that likely features the first robot ever shown on film. Long thought lost, the reel was discovered in a box of decaying nitrate films donated from a Michigan family collection. NPR reports: The film, which can be viewed on the Library of Congress’ website, depicts a child-sized robot clown who grows to...

Health

A Danish Program Takes On the Stigma of Mental Illness

Today at 10:00 AM, via New York Times

One of Us, run by Denmark’s health ministry, works with people with mental health conditions to share their stories in schools, hospitals and police stations, helping turn fear into understanding.