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News24 | Investment update | Meta’s $360 billion rally to collide with lofty AI expectations
The latest investment insights and market developments.
Top Stories
Miami Heat stun Boston Celtics, Thunder thrash Pelicans in NBA playoffs
Heat scored a franchise playoff record 23 3-pointers against the Eastern top seed, as Thunder sank Pelicans in the West.
Top Stories
Students arrested in California, Texas as Gaza war protests in US intensify
Over 100 students arrested at University of Texas at Austin and University of Southern California as protests spread.
South Africa
Limpopo police launch manhunt for filling station robbers
Provincial police spokesperson Hlulani Mashaba says the robbers fled in a bakkie.
South Africa
Suspended Tembisa Hospital CEO Dr Ashley Mthunzi passes away
Mthunzi was placed on precautionary suspension in August 2022.
South Africa
Free State deputy police chief refutes corruption allegations
Lesia also denied any involvement in the dismissal of former police member Patricia Morgan-Mashale.
South Africa
KZN will pay for praise singer ‘s services as need arises: Premier
KZN government will pay for the AmaZulu King’s praise singer’s services as the need arises.
World
News24 | US secretly sent long-range ATACMS weapons to Ukraine
The weapons, which can hit targets as far as 300km away, have been used twice already.
World
Free beer and taxi rides to woo voters in Indian city
Many companies in Bengaluru city have found innovative ways to encourage people to vote.
World
Gaza hostage urged to ‘stay strong’ after new video
Hamas issues a proof-of-life video of US-Israeli Hersh Goldberg-Polin, abducted on 7 October.
World
Russia vetoes UN vote on stopping space arms race
The US has previously warned that Russia is trying to develop a space-based, anti-satellite weapon.
Africa
E-voting versus paper ballots
Allowing independent candidates to contest the next general election in South Africa is a boon for democracy. Prof. Colin Thakur asks if it is time to move to an electronic voting system?
Africa
News24 | World Bank suspends R2.9 billion Tanzania tourism project over human rights abuses allegations
The World Bank said on Tuesday it has suspended funding for a tourism and conservation project in Tanzania following allegations of human rights abuses.
Africa
News24 | Rwanda says it is peaceful and ready to receive the UK’s deported asylum seekers
The Rwandan government says it is safe and ready to receive deportees from Britain, and the passage of the fraught Safety of Rwanda (Asylum and Immigration) Bill is testament to that.
Africa
World Bank suspends funding Tanzania tourism project
It follows allegations of evictions and other rights abuses during the expansion of a national park.
Business
Sainsbury’s boosted by strong food sales
The UK’s second largest supermarket has spent heavily to keep prices low but clothing sales fell.
Business
What are Memecoins and could they dominate this Crypto cycle?
Memecoins, like Dogecoin and Shiba Inu, are cryptocurrencies rooted in internet culture, often valued for their humor and community engagement.
Business
South Africa kisses another 138 businesses goodbye – with more pain expected
Liquidations in South Africa are down, but the economic “new normal” will mean that more busiiness distress should be expected.
Business
BHP makes a move for Anglo American
BHP Group approached Anglo American for a takeover, possibly the biggest mining shake-up in a decade.
Politics
D-day to file opposing papers in IEC vs MK Party matter
Respondents opposing the IEC’s bid to appeal MK Party leader Zuma’s candidacy must file papers today
Politics
IFP not opposed to coalition with ANC as a last resort: Hlabisa
Hlabisa believes a grand coalition of various small parties will be the answer.
Politics
Mbeki to campaign for ANC in Soweto today
The ANC is roping in its heavyweights to bolster its campaign ahead of the May 29 polls.
Politics
News24 | ‘Same faces who caused problems in the ANC’: ‘Corrupt’ people in strategic MKP posts, says ex-leader
A resignation and abrupt dismissals have sowed division in former president Jacob Zuma’s uMkhonto weSizwe Party, with one former leader claiming some members were the “corrupt and dodgy characters” who caused “problems” in the ANC.
Sport
Orlando Pirates superstar submits shock transfer request – Reports
Would you condone this as a Bucs fan?
Sport
Stellies star to snub Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates for Europe?
Stellenbosch FC could be set to deal both Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates a huge transfer blow for one of their targets for next season.
Sport
Heat stun top seeds Celtics in play-offs
Tyler Herro scores 24 points as the Miami Heat stun the top-seeded Boston Celtics to level their Eastern Conference play-off duel.
Sport
“We tried our own products but failed” – furious Kaizer Chiefs fan calls for imports
So what’s the solution?
Education
Uganda: China and WFP Join Forces to Boost School Meals and Promote Access to Education in Uganda
[WFP] Kampala — The Government of the People’s Republic of China has provided funding to the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) for the provision of school meals to over 165,000 children in Karamoja region in Northeastern Uganda. “This contribution is part of China’s commitment to improving food security and nutrition, developing human capital, strengthening people’s livelihoods, and...
Education
Pennsylvania School Board Reinstates Gay Author’s Speech Amid Backlash
The Cumberland Valley School Board reversed its decision to cancel Maulik Pancholy’s speech at a middle school next month after many community members said the actor had been discriminated against because of his sexuality.
Education
Photojournalist among 20 people arrested at UT Austin campus protest
Local and state police clash with demonstrators in Texas state capital while rightwing governor says protesters ‘belong in jail’
At least 20 people were arrested, including a photojournalist, as police and demonstrators violently clashed at the University of Texas at Austin on Wednesday.
Hundreds of students walked out of class to protest against the conflict in Gaza and demand the university...
Education
Campus Protests Over Gaza Intensify Amid Pushback by Universities and Police
There were nearly two dozen new arrests, mostly in Texas, as universities moved to prevent pro-Palestinian encampments from taking hold as they have at Columbia University.
Lifestyle
Five reasons to keep alcohol away from your dog
Alcohol is toxic to dogs and can lead to symptoms like vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, coma, and even death.
Lifestyle
‘He’s back on his feet again’ social media reacts to Oscar Pistorius’ first public appearance
Oscar Pistorius is back in the streets of Pretoria. He appeared to have lost weight and aged, with grey and thinning hair.
Lifestyle
‘Not paying maintenance’: Minnie Dlamini slams ex in ‘Roast’ [video
While Minnie Dlamini is set to be grilled in the ‘Showmax Roast’ this Friday, she’s also showing her ex Quinton Jones flames…
Lifestyle
Police to politics: Where is MaMkhize’s estranged husband Sbu Mpisane?
MaMkhize – whose ‘Carte Blanche’ interview courted controversy – is estranged from millionaire Durban cop Sbu Mpisane. Where is he now?
Entertainment
Black Motion’s reunion sees the release of new single
Black Motion’s Smol has hinted that he and former group member Mörda are now in a good place after a rocky two-year public spat – their reunion sees the release of their collaboration song, Takala Zwino, which is an ode to friendship.
Entertainment
Taylor Swift’s namesake cannot find a job or use her name on social media
Scotland’s only Taylor Swift asserts that she encounters difficulty finding employment because employers suspect her celebrity name is a prank.
Entertainment
Friends’ cast plans ‘bittersweet’ 20th anniversary to finale, minus Matthew Perry (video)
The former co-stars are collaborating on how to appropriately commemorate the upcoming 20th anniversary of the Friends finale, which drew in 52.5 million viewers for the event on 6 May 2004.
Entertainment
Kabza’s songs given a classic twist in collaboration with orchestra conductor
Ofentse Pitse is the first and youngest black South African woman to conduct and own an all-black orchestra, Anchored Sound.
Science/Tech
Airlines Required To Refund Passengers For Canceled, Delayed Flights
Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announced new rules for the airline industry that will require airlines to automatically give cash refunds to passengers for canceled and significantly delayed flights. They will also require airlines to give cash refunds if your bags are lost and not delivered within 12 hours. “This is a big day for America’s flying public,” said Buttigieg...
Science/Tech
Nvidia’s biggest AI memory maker sees huge profit turnaround
SK Hynix said it expects a full recovery in the memory market, led by surging AI-related demand.
Science/Tech
Transforming higher education: How technology innovates, shapes learning
Adapt IT’s ERP system, ITS Integrator, offers solutions designed to effectively align student experiences with institutional processes.
Science/Tech
Weak AI vs strong AI
Weak AI focuses on one particular task and strong AI focuses on intelligence that can handle any task in any domain, says Callan Abrahams, principal AI consultant at iOCO.
Motoring
Mini Aceman comes out of hiding as EV-only ‘junior Countryman’
Aceman will be offered in two versions, both electric as combustion engine never received consideration during development.
Motoring
Aston Martin realigns DBX with new interior and single model
Gaydon firm’s first and so far only SUV has kept the same exterior, but now with a better appointed interior.
Motoring
Plugged-in Lamborghini Urus SE as most powerful ‘Rambo Lambo’
Urus becomes the Raging Bull’s third plug-in hybrid after the Revuelto and previously, the limited edition Sián.
Motoring
Health
FDA Approves Antibiotic to Treat Urinary Infections
Pivmecillinam, which has been used in Europe for decades, will become available next year to women 18 and older.
Health
Takeaways From the Supreme Court Argument on Idaho’s Abortion Ban
The court’s ruling could extend to at least half a dozen other states that have similarly restrictive bans, and the implications of the case could stretch beyond abortion.
Health
Supreme Court Arguments on Idaho’s Abortion Ban: 5 Takeaways
The court’s ruling could extend to at least half a dozen other states that have similarly restrictive bans, and the implications of the case could stretch beyond abortion.
Health
Dairy Cows Transported Between States Must Now Be Tested for Bird Flu
Since a new form of bird flu arrived in 2022, federal officials have sought to reassure Americans that the threat to the public remained low.
Nature
News24 Business | National Treasury advised by World Bank on climate insurance, contingency fund options
The World Bank is advising South Africa’s National Treasury on a climate risk strategy after floods in recent years caused billions of dollars of damage.
Nature
News24 Business | 530 and counting: new record number of stranded turtles at the Two Oceans Aquarium
More than 530 stranded loggerhead turtle hatchlings have been admitted to the Cape Town aquarium’s Turtle Conservation Centre in just two weeks.
Nature
News24 Business | Should your party save you from floods? Voters think so
Last week, the south coast of KwaZulu-Natal was mopping up damage after being battered by heavy, unexpected rainfall over the weekend. How seriously should your political party take such issues? Here’s what voters think.
Nature
News24 Business | Prominent private power firm in SA hires Goldman Sachs to explore sale option
Red Rocket, a South African independent power provider, hired Goldman Sachs Group to advise on the next steps for the closely held business — including a possible sale. Shareholders of the Cape Town-based company “have decided to explore strategic options,” for the business.