A tweet by Senator Shehu Sani has sparked a thought-provoking conversation about the growing issue of beggars in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. ASHENEWS recalls that the Federal Capital Territory Minister, Nyesom Wike, during the inauguration of the construction of an access road from Ring 1 by N16 to Judges’ quarters and roads within the quarters in Katampe District of Abuja on Tuesday, declared war on Abuja beggars. He gave them a one week ultimatum after which they would begin to be apprehended. “Let me state clearly that we have declared war; Abuja is turning into a beggar city.…
Author: Abdallah el-Kurebe
Mathematicians in China and the United States say they have developed a “model of everything” that simplifies complex systems in the body, society and the environment by revealing their patterns and interactions. The team, led by renowned Chinese-American mathematician Yau Shing-Tung, says their model can be used to analyse many scenarios. They range from how gut microbes interact and trigger inflammation, to how increased carbon dioxide and pollutants cause climate warming, and how firms compete and cooperate to boost the economy. In biological scenarios, the model’s analysis could be used to help pharmaceutical professionals develop treatments – for example, for cancer by decoupling cells…
“The significance of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) disclosure in attracting financing for sustainable development in Africa cannot be overstated. It is no longer optional; it is essential for Africa to thrive in the 21st century,” said Solomon Quaynor, Vice-President of the African Development Bank Group, during the opening of the inaugural Africa ESG Forum in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. The two-day event, organized by the African Development Bank, the Multilateral Cooperation Center for Development Finance (MCDF), and Making Finance Work for Africa (MFW4A), is themed “Building a Sustainable Finance Ecosystem for Africa: A Collaborative Approach for ESG Disclosure.” The forum…
The 2024 State of AI report highlights a pivotal year of consolidation in the realm of artificial intelligence, particularly regarding foundation models. After last year’s breakout moment, researchers and companies are now navigating the complexities of integrating AI capabilities into real-world applications. OpenAI, a frontrunner in the field, is reaping substantial financial rewards, reportedly generating billions in revenue as its generative Artificial Intelligence products become integral tools for Fortune 500 companies. However, the initial excitement surrounding these technologies has given way to a more nuanced understanding of their potential and limitations. The report underscores the increasing challenges associated with the…
Task automation, AI at the intersection of coding and AI agents take on new frenzied importance heading into 2025 for the commercialization of Generative AI. This could be an important announcement, whereas the last two years (2022-2024) LLMs have shown us an architecture of predicting language (token prediction), the next two years 2025-2027 could be more about predicting computer use. In an environment where so many companies are developing AI agents (Asana) and AI builder architectures (Salesforce), are agents the new chatbots? AI agents and the intersection between AI and software engineering now become even more important as task automation is the new focus of the…
AI is no longer just a buzzword in hospitality – it’s a disruptive force transforming how properties are managed and guest experiences are delivered. Adopting AI is not a question of “if” but “when.” The stakes couldn’t be higher for the hospitality industry, representing a staggering $4.1 trillion global market. Jurny and its advanced AI agents are driving exponential improvements in efficiency, cost savings, and operational processes within this market segment. If you’re looking to be part of this industry-changing opportunity, Jurny is accepting investments from private investors for a very limited time. The AI Tipping Point Business luminaries like…
Russian President Vladimir Putin has called on Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa (BRICS) countries to adopt cryptocurrencies and alternative digital currencies in their financial transactions as a way to reduce dependence on the US dollar. Speaking at a recent forum, Putin expressed his strong belief that BRICS nations and other developing economies could benefit from integrating digital currencies into their financial systems. He noted that this shift could open new avenues for economic growth and independence from traditional financial structures dominated by the West. His remarks were shared by Russian media outlet RT and later posted on the…
Pfizer announced today that it has delivered its one billionth dose of the pneumococcal conjugate vaccine (PCV) through its partnership with Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. The milestone dose was sent to Ethiopia for use in its national immunization program, aimed at protecting children from pneumococcal disease, a leading cause of pneumonia. Pneumonia remains the largest infectious cause of death among children under five globally. Gavi, a public-private partnership, works to expand access to vaccines for some of the world’s deadliest diseases, including pneumonia, in low- and lower-middle-income countries. In 2009, Gavi launched the Pneumococcal Advance Market Commitment (AMC), a financing…
The benefit of Michigan’s 20 million acres of forests can be seen through a variety of lenses. Michigan forests play a key role in offsetting greenhouse gas emissions through carbon storage, provide wildlife habitats and increase biodiversity, offer ample recreational opportunities to the state’s population and visitors, and supply timber resources and other forestry products — which contributed over $26 billion to Michigan’s economy in 2022, according to the latest data from the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Research from a team of Michigan State University scientists shows there’s another benefit people derive from forests, but they might not recognize…
Your eye is made up of different parts, and all of them play an important role in your vision. The lens is part of the eye that sits behind the iris, the coloured part of your eye. The lens is a clear structure that focuses the light that enters your eye so that your brain can process images. But what causes cataracts? Key takeaways: Cataracts are caused by protein breakdown inside the lens of the eye Common causes of cataracts include age, ultraviolet (UV) light exposure, smoking, medications, and medical conditions. Avoiding cataracts causes can keep your vision healthy. But if you…