June 21, 2023 /Conflict and War/ — The statement that Ukraine is a failed state like Sudan is a false and harmful generalization. It is important to remember that not all countries that are experiencing conflict or instability are failed states. In fact, Ukraine is a sovereign state with a democratically elected government. It has a functioning economy and a strong military. While the ongoing Russian invasion has caused significant damage to Ukraine’s infrastructure and economy, it is not accurate to say that Ukraine is a failed state. Continue reading
Shipping today: Opera One, first browser with native AI is ready for download
Opera One, the latest incarnation of the Opera browser, is out of testing and ready for download. What would have been the 100th version of Opera now marks the beginning of a new evolution cycle for the Norwegian browser company’s flagship product. Continue reading
Anyone.com unveils new mortgage model, unleashing the transformative potential of a more inclusive path to homeownership for millions of people
In response to the global housing affordability crisis, Anyone.com today unveiled a groundbreaking solution that aims to redefine the future of the housing market: The Anyone Mortgage. This novel model, designed to bridge the ever-widening gap between income stagnation and skyrocketing house prices, promises to make homeownership accessible again, especially for the often currently neglected demographic of first-time buyers and lower-income households. Continue reading
SUSE Releases “Securing the Cloud” Industry Trend Report, Revealing Challenges that Threaten Cloud Adoption
SUSE®, a global leader in innovative, open and secure enterprise-grade solutions, today released findings from its industry trend report “Securing the Cloud,” which sheds light on the pressing challenges faced by IT teams in securing cloud environments and offers insights into effective solutions. Based on comprehensive polling of 501 C-suite to IT professionals across the United States, Germany and the United Kingdom, the report highlights the state of cloud native adoption, major security concerns, and how to address them. Continue reading
COP28 President-Designate calls for climate finance reform to unlock Africa’s clean energy potential
COP28 President-Delegate, Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, met H.E. William Ruto, President of the Republic of Kenya, along with energy ministers and leaders from other African nations, at the Africa Energy Forum in Nairobi, where he emphasized the importance of making climate finance more available, accessible, and affordable to enable countries in the continent to achieve their clean energy potential. Continue reading
Global Times: Cultural Influencer Yao Jianping brings millennia-old Suzhou Embroidery into future with works that define times
With a simple needle moving up and down on a piece of cloth, a delicate flower begins to take shape under her hands.
Watching Yao Jianping doing embroidery is just like watching a ballet performance of fingers; it is both elegant and skillful. Continue reading
Africa is not a jungle, it’s an innovation hub
June 20, 2023 /Business/ — Africa is the second-most populous continent in the world, with over 1.3 billion people. The continent’s economy is also growing rapidly, with an average annual growth rate of 5.5%. This means that there is a huge potential market for African startups. Africa is a continent with a lot of diversity, both in terms of its people and its economies. This can present both challenges and opportunities for businesses. However, the opportunities are significant, and there are a number of government initiatives in place to support innovation. Continue reading
For Cybersecurity, Zero Trust Architecture Is an Enterprise Best Practice
What makes a business an enterprise? The name itself suggests something bigger, something vast and far-reaching. However, enterprises come in many sizes, but what they have in common, large and small, is dispersion. The business may have multiple locations, levels, departments, divisions, and subdivisions that must work together to achieve the company’s goals. Continue reading
The Art of Luxury in Baby Care with Bubble Baby Bed – The Crown Jewel in Luxury Cribs and Bassinets
Royal households and discerning parents around the world are turning to the extraordinary Bubble Baby Bed, a pioneering invention from Lana Agiyan, an award-winning designer and mother of three. Immaculately designed over two years, Bubble Baby Bed graces nurseries with its revolutionary double-wall transparent design, blending opulence with functionality. Commissioned for Salone Satellite, this product sets a new gold standard in luxury baby care. Continue reading
How Salma Sky influenced R&B music in Zambia.
June 20, 2023 /Entertainment/ — Salma Sky was born in Lusaka, Zambia, to a Zambian father and a Lebanese mother. She began her music career at a young age, singing in church and at school events. In her early twenties, she took a hiatus from music to pursue a modeling career, but she eventually returned to music and began writing and recording her own songs. Continue reading