New academic research released today from the West African country of Ghana shows that waste in the second hand clothes sector (SHC) is dramatically lower than has been previously claimed. Continue reading
14May/24
11May/24
Eurovision is a cultural festival promoting peace.
May 11, 2024 /Entertainment/ — Eurovision has a strong cultural element, bringing together countries from across Europe (and beyond!) through music. While it’s not explicitly billed as a peace festival, it does foster a sense of community and understanding between nations that have historically been at odds.
09May/24
Does ejaculating often reduce your risk of prostate cancer?
Daniel Kelly, Sheffield Hallam University
In terms of men’s health issues, prostate cancer features high on the agenda. It’s the second most diagnosed cancer in men globally – closely followed by lung cancer. And it’s the most common cancer in men in the UK.
09May/24
OpenAI’s content deal with the FT is an attempt to avoid more legal challenges – and an ‘AI data apocalypse’
Mike Cook, King’s College London
OpenAI’s new “strategic partnership” and licensing agreement with the Financial Times (FT) follows similar deals between the US tech company and publishers such as Associated Press, German media giant Axel Springer and French newspaper Le Monde.
04May/24
May the 4
May 4, 2024 Mpelembe — Ah, you don’t need to explain! Since today is May 4th, I can guess you’re talking about Star Wars Day. May the 4th is an unofficial holiday for fans of the Star Wars franchise to celebrate their love for the movies, characters, and stories.
The date itself is a pun on the famous Star Wars saying “May the Force be with you.” Fans turned “Force” into “Fourth” to create a fun way to celebrate.
People celebrate Star Wars Day in all sorts of ways. They might watch Star Wars movies, marathon the TV shows, dress up like their favorite characters, or have Star Wars-themed parties.
01May/24
Children of the Holocaust
May 1, 2024 Human Interest/ — No, the children of the Holocaust did not fail. They endured unimaginable suffering and loss. Here’s why:
30Apr/24
Israel’s holiness
The concept of Israel’s holiness is a complex issue for Christians. Here’s a breakdown of the dilemma: Continue reading
25Apr/24
Last Mile Internet in Developing Countries Finally Made Simple
Connecting rural parts of the world to broadband Internet is a decade long challenge that NGO’s, the World Bank, and governments worldwide are spending billions of dollars on working to solve. Continue reading
25Apr/24
Australia Is Number One Work Destination; London Tops List for Cities
Despite global challenges such as geopolitical tensions, widespread economic concerns, and emerging virtual mobility trends from the past several years, moving abroad for work remains a dream for many workers around the world, with 23% of professionals actively seeking jobs in other countries, and 63% expressing an overall willingness to do so. Continue reading
25Apr/24
What’s New in The Palm Beaches for Spring 2024
The Palm Beaches, renowned for 47 miles of sun-kissed coastline and a vibrant collection of activities, welcomes the arrival of spring with an array of fresh offerings. Continue reading