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CAPE CLASSICS REVISITED: Nelson’s Eye and Magica Roma, still among the Cape’s best

Today at 09:04 AM, via Daily Maverick

Some things should never change. Nelson’s Eye, whose title of best steakhouse at the Cape is uncontested by all except those who don’t know any better, is the best example of this. And over in Pinelands, Magica Roma, much younger after opening in the late 1980s, shines as brightly as ever.

Africa

When will an African side win the World Cup?

Wednesday at 10:53 AM, via BBC News

Morocco became Africa’s first World Cup semi-finalists at Qatar 2022, but how close is a side from the continent to lifting the trophy?

Education

Kenya: EU, Equity Foundation to Send 100 Scholars to EU Universities Annually

Today at 08:21 AM, via AllAfrica

[Capital FM] Nairobi — The European Union and Equity Group Foundation (EGF) have signed a partnership agreement that will see 100 top-performing Kenyan and regional scholars secure opportunities to pursue master’s degree studies in European universities every year.

Science/Tech

An Algorithm Determines How Fast You Should Drive On California’s I-15 Freeway

Today at 09:00 AM, via Slashdot

Riverside County has launched an 8-mile “smart freeway” pilot on northbound I-15 near Temecula, using roadway sensors and an algorithm to coordinate ramp meters and suggest speeds rather than widening the freeway. Officials say the $33 million project could reduce stop-and-go traffic and travel times. According to SFGATE, similar systems in Australia and Denver reportedly cutting delays by 20%...

Health

Why did it take so long for me to be diagnosed?

Yesterday at 17:05 PM, via BBC News

Ellie Colton was finally diagnosed with endometriosis after years of debilitating pain. She meets a scientist developing a simple diagnostic test that could help many women.