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Leaders welcome deal reached at UN climate summit as step forward but say ‘more ambition’ needed to tackle the crisis.

England missed a chance to turn fierce Ashes pressure on Australia with self-inflicted defeat in Perth, writes Stephan Shemilt.

England missed a chance to turn fierce Ashes pressure on Australia with self-inflicted defeat in Perth, writes Stephan Shemilt.

Morocco has announced plans to build a large renewable-powered data center and establish a dedicated artificial intelligence institute in Dakhla, positioning the southern city as a major hub in the country’s digital and energy transition. The government signed two partnership agreements on Nov. 15 with Digital Transition Minister Amal El Fallah Seghrouchni, Energy Transition Minister […]

A new pilot project will test whether artificial intelligence and drone technology can strengthen malaria prevention efforts in Mozambique. Funded by Unitaid, the initiative will be carried out by Japan-based SORA Technology in partnership with the World Health Organization and Mozambique’s National Malaria Control Programme. AI is increasingly shaping global health responses, from...

Malawi has introduced the world’s first artificial intelligence-enabled, blockchain-verified Paris Agreement Implementation Platform, marking a major moment for climate governance on Finance Day at COP30 in Belém, Brazil. The system, known as the Paris Agreement Implementation Platform (PAIP), establishes what officials describe as the world’s first “Environmental Treasury,” putting AI...

Uganda has taken a major step in transforming health delivery in crisis-affected areas by unveiling what is believed to be Africa’s first offline-capable artificial intelligence framework designed to optimise medical supply chains. The initiative was developed by the International Foundation for Recovery and Development (IFRAD) in partnership with the country’s Ministry of Health and Kyambogo […]

A total of 303 schoolchildren and 12 teachers were abducted by gunmen during an attack on St. Mary’s School, a Catholic institution in north-central Nigeria’s Niger state, the Christian Association of Nigeria said.

The former Brazilian president is suspected of damaging an ankle bracelet as part of an alleged escape plan.

Brazil’s Supreme Court ordered the arrest of Jair Bolsonaro, with a judge claiming the former president was intent on escaping as he was set to begin his prison sentence for leading a coup attempt.

Jamal Khashoggi came from a prominent Saudi family but fled his country in June, 2017, after he’d become increasingly critical of his government. The Saudi journalist was murdered in 2018.

AS FAR beat debutants ASEC Mimosas 2-1 in the African Women’s Champions League final to become continental champions for the second time.

DR Congo must not be over-confident when the Leopards take part in inter-confederation play-offs for a spot at the 2026 World Cup, says Gabriel Zakuani.

Security forces have launched operations to assess the situation and locate the missing pupils.

The controversial hirings have unsettled Malawi’s international partners, with funds critical for health, agriculture and infrastructure now at risk of suspension if donors conclude that accountability has been abandoned

A small suburb on the Atlantic Seaboard, has emerged as one of the most expensive residential areas in South Africa, with many homes now selling for over R20 million.

Visitors are flocking to the Kruger National Park to stay at Kruger Shalati: The Train on the Bridge, which is an old railway train turned into a luxury lodge. 

The DA renewed its coalition with the FF Plus following three resignations from DA councillors.

The chairperson of parliament’s standing committee on appropriations wants an updated breakdown of the hosting costs, warning that the summit must not pressure the national budget

Martin Keown and Ashley Williams analyse what has made Tottenham Hotspur so formidable away from home this season.Martin Keown and Ashley Williams analyse what has made Tottenham Hotspur so formidable away from home this season.

Odds-on favourite Grey Dawning beats two-time winner Royale Pagaille to triumph in the Betfair Chase at Haydock Park.

The Scotland squad remains entirely supportive of Gregor Townsend as pressure builds on the head coach after a disappointing Autumn Nations Series, insists captain Sione Tuipulotu.

It would be “amateurish” if England continue with their plan not to play in a pink-ball warm-up before the second Ashes Test, says former captain Michael Vaughan.

Some teachers and pupils voice concerns about pilot programme after government’s agreement with OpenAI

Secondary school teachers in Greece are set to go through an intensive course in using artificial intelligence tools as the country assumes a frontline role in incorporating AI into its education system.

Next week, staff in 20 schools will be trained in a specialised version of ChatGPT,...

Taking notes from Checkers? Springboks kit sponsors Pick n Pay has thrown major shade at Ireland with this social media post…

Staying home this holiday? With a few staycation holiday ideas, you can turn it into real relaxation and summer fun.

Keep your iPhone or Qi2 Android phone topped up with one of these WIRED-tested Qi2 or MagSafe portable chargers.

You’re hunched over your desk and phone for hours. We rounded up gadgets, a DIY trick, and even some yoga advice to help you straighten up.

Uber risks losing out on rides in South Africa as its prices for some routes are substantially higher than those of its rivals.

“I felt like the first few sectors were good, but it’s so slippery out there.“

Plug-in hybrid’s 81km electric range comes up short against that of its Chinese rivals.

Jules Fielder is using Instagram to raise awareness of lung cancer in young women.