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Raducanu targets WTA Tour return in Strasbourg

Today at 17:34 PM, via BBC News

Emma Raducanu is targeting a return to the WTA Tour in Strasbourg in two weeks’ time following her withdrawal from the Italian Open on health grounds.

South Africa

Meta Expands AI-Powered Age Assurance Measures To Strengthen Teen Safety Online

Today at 17:25 PM, via iAfrica

Meta has announced new advancements in its age assurance technology as part of its ongoing efforts to create safer, age-appropriate experiences for young people across its platforms. Through a combination of AI, product design, and parental support tools, Meta continues to strengthen how it identifies teens, protects them by default, and supports families in navigating […]

Sport

Crystal Palace fans want honey again – Glasner

Today at 17:34 PM, via BBC News

Crystal Palace manager Oliver Glasner had some unusual answers to questions at his news conference before their Conference League semi-final second leg with Shakhtar Donetsk.

Education

Nigeria: Unijos Non-Academic Staff Join Nationwide Strike

Today at 16:04 PM, via AllAfrica

[Leadership] The Non-Academic Staff Union of Educational and Associated Institutions, NASU, and the Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities, SSANU, University of Jos chapter, on Monday staged a peaceful protest over unresolved welfare issues and delays in the renegotiation of agreements with the Federal Government.

Science/Tech

Slotozilla Strengthens Global Affiliate Network After iGB Barcelona

Today at 17:29 PM, via Tech Financials

New York, USA  — Slotozilla has reported an impressively strong start to 2026. In Q1, the company significantly accelerated its expansion and established numerous partnerships, with iGB Barcelona serving as a key catalyst. Slotozilla is a leading online casino review and bonus comparison platform, offering promotions, tutorials, reviews, and hosting a large number of demo […]

Science/Tech

Lacunar strokes caused by widening of arteries in brain, study suggests

Today at 17:25 PM, via The Guardian

Finding would explain why type of stroke affecting about 35,000 a year in UK is not as responsive to some medication

The cause of a type of stroke that affects about 35,000 people across UK each year has been uncovered by researchers and may explain why some medications are ineffective as treatment.

Lacunar strokes, which account for a quarter of all strokes in the UK, had been linked to the...

Science/Tech

Microsoft Gives Up On Xbox Copilot AI

Today at 17:00 PM, via Slashdot

Microsoft is winding down Xbox Copilot on mobile and ending development of Copilot on console, reversing plans to bring the gaming-focused AI assistant to current-generation Xbox consoles this year. “The move follows [new Xbox CEO Asha Sharma’s] reorganization of the Xbox platform team earlier on Tuesday, which added executives from Microsoft’s CoreAI team — where Sharma worked before taking...

Health

Is water good for our brains?

Today at 16:42 PM, via BBC News

We all know water is good for us – but how much do we really need to drink? And is it good for our brains too?

Health

What to do if you are choking

Today at 15:16 PM, via BBC News

Choking is an emergency — and over-65s are most at risk. Dr Oscar shares what to do if you’re alone.