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15Feb/26

Magic in the Mundane: Mackenzie Crook’s Small Prophets Brings Gentle Alchemy to Suburbia

February 15, 2026UncategorizedAinslie Henderson, Alchemy, Alphonse Elric, Brian Sleep, Canada, Clea, Clive Jon Pointing, Crook, Detectorists, Edward Elric, Gareth Keenan, Gordon Mackenzie Crook, Harold, Homunculus, Kacey, Lauren Patel, Mackenzie Crook, Manchester, Marvin Gardens, Maude, Michael Palin, Michael Sleep, Pearce Quigley, Prophet, Ray Harryhausen, Rube Goldberg, Small Prophets, Sophie Willan, Takwin, Wallace, Western esotericism, Will Anderson, Witchcraftadmin

From Metal Detecting to Manure Jars: Why Mackenzie Crook’s New ‘Small Prophets’ is the Most Surprising Show of 2026

Feb 15, 2026 /Mpelembe media/ — There is a specific, heavy stillness that descends upon a life after a profound loss—a feeling of being trapped in the amber of one’s own grief while the rest of the world moves forward. In the Greater Manchester suburb of Urmston, Michael Sleep has existed in this state of enchanting stasis for seven years, ever since his partner, Clea, vanished without a trace. His world is a repetitive loop of ordinary suburban ritual: Shreddies for breakfast, shifts at a massive DIY superstore, and visits to his father in a care home, punctuated only by the presence of his dilapidated Ford Capri. Continue reading →

12Feb/26

From Apartheid Enclaves to Global Influence: Elon Musk’s Enduring Impact on South African Policy

February 12, 2026UncategorizedApartheid, Black Economic Empowerment, California, Canada, Digital divide, Donald Trump, Elon Musk, Errol, Hawthorne, Hawthorne, California, Hyperloop, Inc., Infrastructure, JOHANNESBURG, Joshua Haldeman, Political activities of Elon Musk, Pretoria, R500, Satellite Internet access, South Africa, South Africa–United States relations, Space technology, SpaceX, SpaceX satellites, Starlink, Twitter, United States, Views of Elon Muskadmin

Feb 11, 2026 /Mpelembe media/ — In its August 2025 proposal to South African regulators, SpaceX offered a multi-billion rand investment package designed to meet the country’s empowerment requirements through infrastructure and connectivity projects.

The specific infrastructure and investments offered included: Continue reading →

02Nov/25

AI’s Cronos Syndrome: Labs Versus App Developers

November 2, 2025UncategorizedAnthropic, Artificial general intelligence, Artificial intelligence, Computational neuroscience, Cursor, Deep learning, Existential risk from artificial intelligence, Large language model, OpenAI, P, Predictionadmin

Nov. 2, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — An article from The Economist titled “OpenAI and Anthropic v app developers: tech’s Cronos syndrome,” examines the emerging competitive dynamic between large language model (LLM) providers, such as OpenAI and Anthropic, and the specialised AI application developers that build their businesses atop these models. The article uses the metaphor of Cronos devouring his children to illustrate the fear that the powerful, highly-valued AI labs may eventually usurp the profits of the smaller app-makers like Cursor and Harvey. Continue reading →

24Jun/25

OpenSTX Foundation: Industrial Wireless Protocol Standardization

June 24, 2025UncategorizedAmbient intelligence, Communication protocol, Digital technology, Industrial internet of things, Internet of things, Interoperability, Linux Foundationadmin

The provided text announces the launch of the OpenSTX Foundation, an initiative by the Joint Development Foundation (part of the Linux Foundation family) aimed at standardising Synchronous Transmission (STX) as an open industry protocol for industrial wireless connectivity. This new standard seeks to provide ultra-reliable, time-sensitive communication essential for applications like smart factories, cities, and disaster response, addressing the growing demand for scalable, secure, and real-time wireless protocols in mission-critical environments. The foundation will unite industry leaders and researchers to develop an enterprise-ready specification, ensuring interoperability and broad accessibility for next-generation industrial IoT and cyber-physical systems. Read more

16May/25

Google Sovereign Cloud Whitepaper

May 16, 2025Uncategorized.google, Cloud computing, Cloud computing issues, Cloud infrastructure, Confidential computing, France, Germany, Google Cloud Platform, Google Workspace, Hybrid Multicloud Computing, IRON MOUNTAIN, Network sovereignty, sovereign cloud, t-systems, Thales, United Statesadmin

May 15, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ –This whitepaper introduces Google Sovereign Cloud, a solution designed to address digital sovereignty concerns for organisations wary of adopting foreign cloud services. The core issues driving this need are data control (due to evolving regulations), economic dependency (lack of domestic providers), and potential geopolitical disruptions. Continue reading →

06May/25

EntropiQ Launches to Deliver First Fully Integrated Quantum Entropy as a Service (QEaaS) for Critical Infrastructure

May 6, 2025Technology, UncategorizedCryptography, Encryption, End-to-end encryption, Post-quantum cryptography, PQC, Quantum computing, Quantum cryptography, Quantum networkadmin

Launch of EntropiQ, the first and only provider of on-demand, elastic, high-performance Quantum Entropy as a Service (QEaaS) with integrated military-grade, crypto-agile endpoint protection and Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC). EntropiQ is purpose-built to secure sensitive data and communications across critical infrastructure—before quantum computers make traditional encryption obsolete. Continue reading

10Jan/25

One Man Exposed Freemason Secrets: His Disappearance & Their Downfall

January 10, 2025Human Interest, UncategorizedAnti-Masonic Party, Anti-Masonry, David C. Miller, Freemasonry, Martin Stezano, Masonic organizations, Masonic ritual and symbolism, Morgan, William, William Morganadmin

Jan. 10, 2025 /Mpelembe Media/ — The mysterious 1826 disappearance of William Morgan, a Freemason who planned to expose the organisation’s secrets. His abduction fuelled anti-Masonic sentiment, significantly impacting American politics. Continue reading →

30Dec/24

President Xi leads major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics into a new stage of greater achievements

December 30, 2024UncategorizedAuthoritarianism, Persecution of Christians, Xi Jinpingadmin

Over the past year, the profound meaning behind “much more can be accomplished” has been clearly demonstrated to the world. President Xi Jinping attended three major diplomatic events, made four important overseas visits, and held over 100 in-depth discussions with leaders from across the five continents. The agenda of major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics reflects visionary foresight, a pattern of win-win cooperation, and a global mind-set that seeks benefits for all. Continue reading

06Dec/24

I research race in politics – Kemi Badenoch’s views on inequality should worry Black Britons

December 6, 2024UncategorizedBadenoch, Black British people, Boris Johnson, Commission on Race and Ethnic Disparities, Creative Commons, Diane Abbott, Donald Trump, Frank Hester, Institutional racism, Kemi Badenoch, Michael Bankole, Racial profiling, Racism, Reverse racism, Rishi Sunak, United Kingdom, United Statesadmin

Michael Bankole, Royal Holloway University of London

Kemi Badenoch has become the first Black leader of a UK-wide political party. But her ascent is unlikely to translate into meaningful gains for Black Britons.

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22Oct/24

FRESHA INVESTS IN YUV TO REVOLUTIONIZE HAIR COLORING WITH CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY

October 22, 2024UncategorizedArtificial intelligence, Computational neuroscience, Cybernetics, Data scienceadmin

Fresha, the world’s leading marketplace platform for beauty, wellness, and self-care, today announced a strategic investment and partnership with Yuv, a cutting-edge company specializing in AI-powered hair color technology. This collaboration sets the stage for Fresha to further cement its position as the go-to platform for salons and beauty professionals globally, offering unparalleled innovation and efficiency. Continue reading