The International Energy Agency (IEA) has released its annual Global EV Outlook, projecting robust growth in global electric car sales for 2024, with numbers expected to reach around 17 million by year-end. Despite near-term challenges in some markets, the report...
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Global Electric Car Sales Set to Reach 17 Million in 2024, IEA Reports
University Hospital of Valle Achieves Milestone: Pioneering Fetal Surgery in Southwest Colombia.
In a remarkable feat of medical innovation, the University Hospital of Valle (HUV) has achieved a groundbreaking milestone by conducting the first-of-its-kind fetal surgery in southwestern Colombia. This extraordinary procedure involved addressing spinal issues in an...
Stratix Unveils Revamped Framework for 5G Frequencies in Aruba
In an interactive workshop led by Rudolf van der Berg on April 3, 2024, the consultancy firm Stratix provided insight into its recommendation for a revised compensation model for the use of 5G frequencies in Aruba. This model, designed to stimulate usage and economic...
Unveiling Mars: Perseverance’s Latest Discovery
Exploring Mars has always been a dream for scientists and space enthusiasts alike. The recent extraction of soil samples by NASA's Perseverance rover on March 11, from an area near the inner rim of the Jezero Crater, has stirred excitement and anticipation within the...
The AI has nearly 82% more persuasive capacity than humans
Neural networks can become a powerful persuasion tool, and an experiment has shown that they are much more effective in a debate than humans, especially if they have access to personal data. This is the conclusion reached by an international team of scientists from...
Apple’s Long-Awaited OLED iPad Pro and Bigger iPad Air Expected in May
Apple fans looking for a refresh to the iPad lineup won't have to wait much longer. According to tech insider Mark Gurman of Bloomberg, Apple is gearing up for a May launch of both a new iPad Pro featuring a cutting-edge OLED display and a larger iPad Air with a new...
NYC Tests Take Aim at Subway Violence with AI Gun Scanners
New York City subways are about to get a high-tech upgrade in the fight against gun violence. Mayor Eric Adams announced a pilot program to test AI-powered scanners designed to detect guns and knives. The scanners, championed by Adams as a way to make riders feel...
Future Weaponry: Introducing a Smart Gun with Owner Recognition Capability
Biofire, a Colorado-based startup, is set to unveil the world's first biometrically secure smart firearm at the end of this month. This cutting-edge 9mm pistol, equipped with fingerprint and 3D infrared facial recognition technology, is designed to only fire when in...
Moo-dicine Makes History: First Cow Produces Human Insulin in Milk
Brazil - In a landmark achievement announced just last week on March 18, 2024, scientists have created the first cow genetically modified to produce human insulin in its milk. This innovation has the potential to revolutionize access to this life-saving medication for...
Helping Hands: Robots That Dress You Like a Caregiver (But Without the Backaches)
Imagine this: a robot that assists you with getting dressed, mimicking the smooth and supportive motions of a caregiver. Sounds like something out of a sci-fi movie, right? Well, hold onto your spacesuits because researchers at the University of York in the UK have...
The Not-So-Secret Phone: Unveiling the Nothing Phone (2a)
Remember the transparent phone from last year? Well, Nothing's back with a more affordable sibling – the Nothing Phone (2a)! This mid-ranger is all about keeping things clean, both in design and software, while offering a glimpse into the phone's inner world...
OpenAI Publishes Elon Musk’s Emails, Deepening Dispute
The ongoing lawsuit between Elon Musk and OpenAI, the artificial intelligence research company he co-founded, has taken a new turn with OpenAI publishing a selection of emails exchanged between them. This move comes after Musk sued OpenAI in February 2023, alleging...
Apple Terminates Epic Games’ Developer Account, Reigniting Antitrust Fight
The long-running battle between Apple and Epic Games has taken another dramatic turn, with Epic accusing Apple of terminating their developer account in a move they call a "blatant violation" of the European Union's Digital Markets Act (DMA). Just last month, Epic...
Apple Unveils New MacBook Air with M3 Chip, iPad Rumors Swirl
Apple announced a refresh to its popular MacBook Air lineup, featuring the all-new M3 chip and several user-requested upgrades. While the spotlight was firmly on the laptops, rumors continue to swirl about potential updates to the iPad lineup, including a possible...
BeamO: Your Pocket Doctor in 2024
As technology advances, healthcare continues to evolve at a rapid pace. 2024 presents us with the innovative BeamO, a revolutionary health monitoring device unlike any other. This small, sleek gadget fits comfortably in the palm of your hand and offers a comprehensive...
The Enduring Allure of Flip Phones: A Blast from the Past in a Modern World
Remember the satisfying snap of closing a flip phone? The delightful click-clack of the keypad beneath your fingers? In an age dominated by sleek touchscreens and ever-expanding displays, the humble flip phone might seem like a relic of a bygone era. But for many...
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The hype surrounding Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut lived up to its billing, but not necessarily in the way the Iowa Hawkeye legend might have hoped. Drafted first overall by the Indiana Fever, Clark showcased her scoring prowess with 20 points, but a rough night with...
Slovakia’s Prime Minister Robert Fico in Critical Condition After Assassination Attempt
Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico is fighting for his life after a targeted assassination attempt following a government meeting in Handlova. The assailant shot Fico multiple times, leaving him in a critical condition. Fico was swiftly transported to a local...
Aruba’s Gold Rush: A Boom and Bust Story
Aruba's history with gold is a rollercoaster ride of dreams, short-lived triumphs, and ultimate disappointment. It all started in 1725 when the Dutch West India Company sent Paulus Printz to explore Aruba, Curaçao, and Bonaire for minerals. While unsuccessful on the...
UvA Campuses Closed Following Violent Protests
In response to violent protests on Monday, the University of Amsterdam (UvA) has decided to close all campuses on Tuesday and Wednesday. The Board of Directors (CvB) stated that it currently "cannot take responsibility for the safety" of those present at UvA...
Haitian Citizens Demand Resignation and Arrest of Police Chief Amid Escalating Gang Violence.
As heavily armed gangs continue to wreak havoc in Haiti's capital of Port-au-Prince, a chorus of voices, including civilians and police officers, is clamoring for the dismissal and arrest of the country's police chief. The latest attack unfolded in the coastal...