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Miss Universe 2019: Growing up in Tsolo didn’t stop her from dreaming big
Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe 2019 on Sunday night. Ntombizodwa Makhoba chatted to her just after she was crowned Miss South Africa in August. This is the interview with her that appeared in City Press on August 11 2019:
Catalonia Hotels & Resorts partners with Beonprice for digital transformation
BARCELONA - Catalonia Hotels & Resorts has selected Beonprice as its strategic solution for Revenue Management, as the hotel group undergoes significant digital transformation. The hotel chain – which operates 72 properties and more than 10,000 rooms – chose Beonprice as the technology company shared its commitment to innovation and offered a clear vision for how the hotel group can maintain its competitiveness through a dynamic Revenue Management strategy. Utilising Beonprice’s Artificial Intelligence technology, Catalonia Hotels & Resorts will be able to
Highlights of the day: Memory maker slows fab construction
Although the memory market looks to be heading towards a recovery in 2020, suppliers are cautious about expanding supply. Winbond is building a new plant in Kaohsiung, southern Taiwan, with completion originally slated for year-end 2020 and commerical production for 2021. But now the company has now to January 2022. Meanwhile, ASE reportedly is the one providing semiconductor for packaging Qualcomm's freshly launched Arm-based processors for notebooks.
IDF tank flips over during military drill along Lebanese border
BEIRUT, LEBANON (10:20 A.M.) – A tank belonging to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) was reported to have flipped over during a military drill along the Lebanese border on Monday. According to the website Hamodia, the tank was damaged after being overturned, but no one was hurt. “The tank was traveling on a road along the northern border in heavy fog, along a mountainous,” the publication said, adding “an investigation has been opened into the specific circumstances of the incident. A photo later shared on Hezbollah’s military media Telegram channel showed the alleged overturned tank; they said the photo was taken from uncited Israeli media channel.
Away Warns Employees Not To 'Like' Or 'Fave' Article Detailing Execs' Psycho Behaviour
If we’ve learned nothing else this year, it’s that behind every breezy inspirational lifestyle brand advertising vast sunny horizons lurks a demon tyrant draining the sweat and blood of Millennial urbanites slaving day and night in the miserable dungeons of Slack....
Vivo V17 with punch-hole display, 48MP quad cameras and SD675 debuts for Rs. 22,990 (~$32) in India - Gizmochina
Vivo V17 is the latest V-series phone to debut in India after the Vivo V17 Pro that had gone official in October. Priced at Rs. 22,990, the Vivo V17 smartphone comes with some exciting features like punch-hole display, quad rear cameras and a large-sized battery with fast charging support. Last month, the Vivo had launched …
Customers Can Order Apple's Mac Pro And Its Killer Display This Week
Apple’s much-anticipated beast of a machine, the Mac Pro, and its corresponding badass new display, the Pro Display XDR, will be available to order on December 10, per a promo the company emailed to U.S. customers....
Inquest opened following death of a man in Swadlincote
The case has now been adjourned
Leaked OnePlus 8 Lite renders give us our first look at the company's upcoming mid-ranger
CAD-based renders of the OnePlus 8 Lite have been leaked online, giving us an early look at OnePlus' first mid-range smartphone in four years.
Miss Universe crowned
South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe 2019, giving the country its second title in three years in a pageant that also saw strong showings from contestants from Puerto Rico and Mexico.
Tesla Cybertruck looks like an alien spaceship on L.A.'s 405
The Tesla Cybertruck made an unexpected appearance in Los Angeles traffic. It was allegedly driven by Elon Musk.
Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdom.
New Zealand volcano eruption leaves at least five dead after tourists seen in crater caught up in explosion
Police Deputy Commissioner John Tims said 23 people had been taken from White Island in the country's Bay of Plenty, some of whom are injured
Five Chinese men face lawsuit for assault over car parking
A case has been opened against five Chinese citizens for attacking local authorities with iron bars and swords while the latter were trying to ask them to move their parked car in front of a house in Hlaingthaya Township. In connection with the case, Khin Myint, the owner of a flat in FMI City Housing phoned Aung Kyaw Moe, the administrator of Ward No.4 in Hlaingthaya Township, about a parked car in front of her flat. Then, the administrator sought help from the township police station at about 7.45 pm on December 7.
How to customize Safari privacy and security settings on iPhone and iPad
This step by step guide with images covers how to customize Safari privacy and security settings on iPhone and iPad and a short explainer on each option.
Jury Rules You Can Call Elon Musk A Pedo Guy
It took a federal jury in Los Angeles less than an hour to throw out a $US190 ($278) million defamation case against Elon Musk. Calling someone a “pedo guy” to an audience of millions of Twitter followers isn’t an accusation, the jury decided, because words are tricky little devils that can mean a lot of things...
Vivo V17 with 32MP selfie camera, 4,500mAh battery launched for Rs 22,990
The smartphone houses a 32MP front camera which is placed into in the 'iView' display with E3 super AMOLED screen
Start Forging Your Own Beskar'gam And More Of The Most Metal Toys Of The Week
Welcome back to Toy Aisle, Gizmodo's regular round up of the best things we’ve seen on the internet this week that aren’t Baby Yoda, because we’ve already blogged those. This week, Hot Toys finds another Spider-Man costume to gorgeously replicate, Lego adds to its line of modular buildings, and at last there’s...
China’s Cutting-Edge PCL191 Multiple Launch Rocket System in Strategic Proximity to Taiwan – Reports
The new PCL191 system is understood to be capable of destroying multiple strategic targets such as airports, command points, and supply bases. One of the locations it is reportedly stationed at now is Xiamen in Fujian Province, just a stone’s throw away from Taiwan.
Qatar Petroleum announces implementation of ICV Policy from January ’20
Qatar Petroleum (QP) has announced the implementation of the In-Country Value (ICV) Policy in the Energy Sector starting from January 2020 through Tawteen, the localization programme for services and industries in Qatar’s energy sector.
Vice President highlights limp action to prevent illegal trade
Despite the inability to prevent and control illegal trade effectively, illegal goods worth over Ks15 billion were confiscated over the past 14 months, Vice President Myint Swe told local businesspeople. The Private Sector Development Committee held the 31st meeting with Myanmar entrepreneurs at the office of the Union of Myanmar Federation of Chambers of Commerce and Industry in Yangon on December 8.
Vietnam CEO reveals that work for the race is 80% complete
The 2019 season may have only just come to its conclusion, but preparations for the 2020 edition are still going on. The CEO of the new Vietnam Grand Prix has revealed that 80% of the work is done.
A gin company already made a sequel to that dystopian Peloton ad
Looks like “Grace from Boston” has fallen on some hard times. It’s not clear if she’s pounding back that smooth Aviation gin during her year-long exercise binge, or after sh…
Load Shedding: Tips To Make Sure Your Home Security System Keeps Operating
Home owners have been urged to test their security systems as a matter of urgency and to pay particular attention to the battery back-up systems during load shedding periods, in the wake of Eskom’s announcement of stage 4 load shedding. “Many people are under the incorrect assumption that their home alarm system is deactivated when […]
Will Algeria disrupt internet access as election day nears?
With protesters taking to social media to spread information about what is happening on the ground, the Algerian authorities repeatedly resorted to disrupting access to networks and social media platforms.
The best Zwift setup for every budget
New to Zwift? Here’s what you need to get started, whatever your budget
In the New Year, Try These 8 Things to Stay Constantly Improving at Work
The new year brings with it new resolutions, goals, and attitudes; bring that energy into the work place and stay constantly improving throughout the year with these 8 tips.
Honor recruiting Honor 9X and Honor 9X Pro users to beta test Android 10-based EMUI - Gizmochina
In the pursuit to update their devices, Honor are currently looking for Honor 9X Pro and Honor 9X users to beta test EMUI 10 based on Android 10.
Blockchain Technology And Mobile Apps In 2020
Blockchain technology has the power to revolutionise all corners of tech and the future of blockchain and mobile apps in the future is promising.
Cops accused of flouting laws by sourcing unlawful R6.9m donations | The Star
SAPS allegedly received Police Day gifts and sponsorships with the national commissioner’s approval
No reason that employment has come down due to demonetisation, says Gangwar
In response to remarks that demonetisation has severely impacted jobs, the Union minister said the government is implementing various schemes for generating more employment.
It looks like Minecraft’s “Better Together” cross-platform update is finally coming to PlayStation 4
Last year, Mojang (owned by Microsoft) released the Bedrock Edition of Minecraft. Based on the code from the Pocket Edition, Bedrock unified the code for the game across al platforms, even allowing…
Five dead as popular New Zealand volcano erupts
Wellington - The death toll from an eruption at the popular White Island volcano in New Zealand has risen to five with many others injured, police said Monday.
Early leaks of Huawei’s next flagship Kirin 1020 and midrange 820 chips are great
Their latest flagchip Kirin 990 (5G) launched mere months ago but Huawei’s Q3 2020 flagchip Kirin 1020, and its midrange and likely sooner brother Kirin 820, have dropped and feature great im…
Jaguar Land Rover sales fall 3.4% in Nov
The sales of Jaguar brand were at 11,464 units during the month, down 23.1 per cent per cent from November 2018, Tata Motors said in a BSE filing. Land Rover sales stood at 35,078 units, up 5.5 per cent per cent from the same month last year, it added. Tata Motors-owned Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) on Monday reported 3.4 per cent decline in total retail sales.
The State Of PC Gaming In 2019
Sometimes, as borders erode, new fissures form in their wake. In 2019, more games flowed between PC and other platforms than ever before, but a single major division cracked the PC gaming landscape in half....
OnePlus 6th anniversary sale goes live on Amazon India - Gizmochina
OnePlus is celebrating its 6th anniversary this month. As part of the festive deal, the company is offering up to Rs. 10,000 (~$141) discounts on the OnePlus 7T and the 7 Pro. The sale went live on December 6 and will continue till December 17 on Amazon India. The company is also offering instant discounts …
Galaxy S11+ could use a custom 108MP sensor for superior image quality
The Galaxy S11+ could come with a custom 1/1.3-inch 108MP sensor that will offer superior image quality when compared to the 108MP Bright HMX sensor Samsung developed in collaboration with Xiaomi.
Troops kill eight Boko Haram terrorists, rescue 31 hostages in Borno
The troops of Operation Lafiya Dole deployed at Malam Fatori in Abadam local government area of Borno State have killed eight Boko Haram insurgents
GBP/USD: A close above 1.3187 is pivotal – Commerzbank
In the view of Karen Jones, an analyst at Commerzbank, the GBP/USD pair is looking northwards on the UK election, with the bias to be confirmed on a c
Accused Internet streaming services pirate gets R2k bail
SAPS arrest a suspect in Cape Town for selling pirate Internet streaming devices and online content subscriptions.
ATOM Hotels Socimi expands its portfolio
MADRID - The REIT ATOM Hotels Socimi, incorporated in January 2018 by Bankinter and GMA, has confirmed the acquisition of the hotel Tryp Coruna formally owned by one Melia Hotels International Group’s companies, The four-star hotel is located in the historic center of La Coruna and offers 181 rooms. The acquisition represents 12.9 million euros. A new lease agreement has been signed with the Hotusa Group, which will operate the hotel under the EXE brand. GMA, ATOM manager, has led the rebranding
China bans all government departments from using US-made technology
Defining what counts as foreign might be interesting, though.
Virtuoso reveals the hottest hotel opening of 2020
NEW YORK - Global luxury travel network Virtuoso® is sharing its list of the most exciting properties around the world debuting over the next six months. From the eternally popular such as France and Mexico to the more exotic, including Japan and Botswana, these hotels and resorts are setting new standards in the ultra-competitive luxury space. On Virtuoso’s must-see list, historic icons meet sleek beach resorts while lodges nestled in nature complement city retreats. The common thread amongst them is
How Cambridge Analytica profiled voters and what it means for India
Voter psychological profiles were built to determine political enthusiasm, political orientation, frequency in voting and consistency in voting for the same political party
Mercedes and Bosch commence self-driving trials in San Jose
Bosch and Daimler's self-driving trials are underway for select users in San Jose.
Buhari challenges NNMA laureates on policy making
President Muhammadu Buhari has challenged the Nigeria National Merit Award, NNMA to create an enabling environment for body of laureates to channel
Taiwan urged to ease rules to attract AI talent
To tackle ongoing brain drain, Taiwan businesses are keen on adopting AI solutions to accelerate operation upgrades and transformations, but what counts more is how they can attract more high-level foreign AI and other tech professionals to work in Taiwan to sustain innovation momentum, according to some experts.
New Zealand police says at least five dead in volcano eruption
WELLINGTON (Reuters) - At least five people have now been confirmed to have died after a volcano erupted off the east coast of New Zealand’s North Island, police confirmed on Monday.
TSMC To Kick Off 5nm Mass Production Mid-2020; 3nm To Start In 2022
Earlier this year, TSMC announced that it had completed the fabrication process of its upcoming 5nm die lithography. Now, the Taiwan-based foundry recently announced that it is ready to go into mass production with its
Samsung Galaxy A51 will be unveiled soon, here’s when
The Samsung Galaxy A51 is coming. Early image renders presented quad cameras. Just a few days ago, it was also teased on video. The follow-up to the Galaxy A50 is already in the works and some new …
Airbnb invests as Zeus corporate housing raises $55M at $205M
As Airbnb absorbs more and more of the demand for housing, it’s exploring how to monetize opportunities beyond vacation rentals. A marketplace for longer-term corporate housing could be a huge business, but rather than build that itself, Airbnb is making a strategic investment in one of the market leaders called Zeus Living, which will list […]
Donald Trump Has Toilet Problems
U.S. President Donald J. Trump is having some toilet trouble—extremely normal toilet trouble that happens to all of us on a regular basis. Like how we sometimes have to flush 10-15 times before it all goes down, and that is totally due to wacko liberals demanding environmentally friendly toilets....
High-Priced Cosmetics in Rocket League are Causing Outrage Amongst Players
The recent Blueprint update for Rocket League has left players outraged after the price of cosmetics skyrocketed, with some premium items costing more than the game itself.
Jeff Bezos Says Big Tech Companies Should Ignore Employee Outcry and Partner With the U.S. Government
The U.S., he says, is 'the good guys.'
Govts agree on national API standards
To keep IT systems interoperable.
Avanti West Coast Begins Painting Over Virgin Trains
There's a new rail franchise dealing with our complaints about the Wi-Fi not working and the toilets oozing piss and bleach out into the corridors today, with Avanti West Coast taking over the business of running what was once the Virgin Trains line between London and Scotland.
UBank adopts Basiq's AI-powered tools to help Millennials budget
Open banking will help the NAB subsidiary crunch data to help younger customers save more.
Senior N.Korean official warns Trump to quit abusive language that may offend N.Korean leader
SEOUL, Dec 9 — A senior North Korean official said in a statement today that US President Donald Trump should stop using abusive language that may further offend North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. Ri Su Yong, a vice chairman of the ruling Workers’ Party of Korea, said Trump should think twice if...
Samsung’s Galaxy S11+ Could Come With a Custom 108MP Camera for Enhanced Image Quality
According to the latest, Samsung Galaxy S11+ camera could boast a massive 108MP sensor which will allow for enhanced image quality and mroe.
Just less than 100, 000 Nigerians are sympathetic to Sowore—Adesina
FEMI Adesina, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the President, Monday says less than 100, 000 Nigerians are actually concerned about continuous detention of Omoyele Sowore, Publisher of Sahara Reporters, contrary to popular believe that Nigerians are dissatisfied with actions of the Federal Government and the Department of State Security (DSS).
Elon Musk's SpaceX warned: Your internet-beaming satellites disrupt astronomy
SpaceX's broadband project could severely disrupt space imaging and astroid detection.
The Cyber speaks: What will actually happen in 2020
There are a lot of 2020 cybersecurity predictions. We had a bot do it for us.
About 200,000 Pakistani pilgrims to perform Hajj 2020: Minister
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: The Minister for Religious Affairs and Interfaith Harmony Noor-ul-Haq Qadri has said that about 200,000 pilgrims will perform Hajj in 2020 under the Government as well as Private Hajj Scheme. However, the exact number of pilgrims who will perform Hajj in 2020 will be known after the signing of an agreement by him with his Saudi Counterpart, which is expected in the first week of December 2019. In a written reply to a question submitted in the National Assembly on December 9, 2019, the religious affairs minister told that the detail of per head expenditure for Hajj 2020 is based on the rates of accommodation charges. The minister told that compulsory Hajj dues, additional service charges and train charges etc. to be provided by the Director General (DG) Hajj, Jeddah and airfare to be decided with the airlines. Noor-ul-Haq Qadri further told that the survey of the buildings is underway and agreements with the different departments of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia are also under process. Therefore…
You won't need to be techy to work in tech
The top 15 emerging jobs say LinkedIn shows the rise of tech jobs that are open to anyone, as soft skills rise in importance alongside technical ability.
How to create a classic old-school Reese bass sound
Designing an old-school Reese bass
Blockchain: Tim Draper Backs VC Goren Holm Ventures, Firm Rebrands as Draper Goren Holm
Prominent venture capitalist and blockchain proponent Tim Draper has backed LA-based blockchain-focused venture firm. Goren Holm Ventures has received an invest
Artificial intelligence could wipe out 13,000 legal sector jobs
The adoption of new technologies such as artificial intelligence could lead to the UK legal sector shedding 13,000 jobs, according [...]
Windows 10 Mobile is over: Prepare for final security patches as support ends
No more Windows 10 Mobile security updates after December 2019's Patch Tuesday.
Two-car crash sees one vehicle collide with tree
Two cars were involved in a crash in a Suffolk village this morning which resulted in one vehicle colliding with a tree.
Huawei announces that more devices will get HarmonyOS in 2020
Huawei has announced that it plans to bring HarmonyOS to more devices in 2020. Perhaps unsurprisingly, the firm said that it has no plans to ship it with smartphones and tablets at this time.
Google engineer inspires girls with bestselling children’s book
It all started when Komal Singh’s 5-year-old daughter declared, 'Oh mama, engineers are boys,'
Cambodia’s famed Angkor Wat hosts int’l half marathon
More than 12,000 professional and amateur athletes on Sunday took part in the 24th Angkor Wat International Half Marathon at the complex
US FTC finds Cambridge Analytica deceived Facebook users
Impacts of finding on defunct consultancy unclear.
GBP/USD price analysis: Cable hanging near seven-month highs below 1.3180 key resistance
The market is hanging near seven-month highs, flirting with levels last seen in early May 2019. In the New York session, the market is trading flat just above
Comstock Metals (CVE:CSL) Sets New 12-Month Low at $0.02
Shares of Comstock Metals Ltd (CVE:CSL) hit a new 52-week low on Monday . The company traded as low as C$0.02 and last traded at C$0.02, with a volume of 100000 shares traded. The stock had previously closed at C$0.02. The firm has a market cap of $1.39 million and a P/E ratio of -0.30. […]
2020 Kia Seltos Sport FWD review
There's a new small SUV in town, with chiselled good looks and plenty of kit. Not everything about the Kia Seltos is perfect, though.
Video: Digital Foundry Says The Touryst Is "A Revelation" On Switch
'On par with the best from Nintendo'
Bitcoin Climbs 2 Spots on China’s Latest CCID Ranking
China's Center for Information and Industry Development once again published a new list of its crypto ranking index, pushing Bitcoin 2 spots higher than
A Framework for Regulating Competition on the Internet
Understanding the differences between platforms and Aggregators is critical when it comes to considering regulation.
Just 100,000 People ‘Making Noise’ About Sowore’s Rearrest – Femi Adesina
The Special Assistant to the President on Media & Publicity, Femi Adesina, says millions of Nigerians are not bothered about the rearrest of Omoyele Sowore, convener of Revolution Now.
OKEx to Launch Crypto Options Trading Later This Month
Crypto exchange OKEx on Monday announced its plan to launch a crypto options trading platform.
Honda Refused To Reveal Stolen Accord's Location
Having your car stolen is one of the worst feelings in the world. The good news is that there are a lot of ...
Microsoft will shut down to-do app Wunderlist on May 6th
Microsoft hopes users will make the leap to its own To Do app.
Govt to set up Special Purpose Vehicle to monitor Kampung Baru redevelopment
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — A Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) company will be set up to carry out the Kampung Baru redevelopment project, the Dewan Negara was told today. Federal Territories Minister Khalid Abdul Samad said so far, no developers had been appointed to carry out the project. He said the...
Junkyard Find: 1974 Toyota Corona Station Wagon
A 1974 Toyota Corona station wagon, photographed in a San Francisco Bay Area self-service wrecking yard.
Robotics Researchers Have A Duty To Prevent Autonomous Weapons
Robotics is rapidly being transformed by advances in artificial intelligence. And the benefits are widespread: We are seeing safer vehicles with the ability to automatically brake in an emergency, robotic arms transforming factory lines that were once offshored and new robots that can do everything from shop for...
[Update: More countries] Google is sending out 20% Google Store discount codes to Local Guides in the UK
As a thank you, some Local Guide contributors are now receiving 20% off codes for purchases made on the Google Store right in time for the holidays.
Gerard Detourbet, creator of the Renault Kwid and Duster, passes away
Gerard Detourbet was a mathematics professor who joined Renault in 1971 and helped bring to life most of firm's successful cars in emerging markets
Legaltech: India’s Lawyered, a Legal Technology Company, has Raised $100,000 from Angel Investors
Finding a good law firm to work with can be challenging, however, Lawyered aims to make it simpler, easier and faster to get the legal services companies may ne
Microsoft to kill off support for its Windows 10 Mobile Office apps
Way back in July 2017, Microsoft officially pulled the plug on the Windows Phone, and its focus on Windows 10 Mobile was waning rapidly. The inevitable happened in January this year, when the Redmond firm said free support for all…
Google Fi brings Wi-Fi calling to more phones, adds spam call warnings
Devices that aren't "Designed for Fi" miss out on some features, but now Google is bringing some of those extras features to more devices.
Fireangel Safety Technology Group (LON:FA) Sets New 52-Week Low at $9.50
Fireangel Safety Technology Group PLC (LON:FA) shares hit a new 52-week low during trading on Monday . The company traded as low as GBX 9.50 ($0.12) and last traded at GBX 9.50 ($0.12), with a volume of 1807590 shares traded. The stock had previously closed at GBX 12.75 ($0.17). The stock has a market capitalization […]
21 Tips to Make Google Docs, Sheets and Slides Work for You
Google Docs, Sheets, and Slides have evolved to become very component online productivity tools, enabling you to churn out documents, spreadsheets and presentations from any computer (with other collaborators, if necessary). But are you taking full advantage of everything these web apps have to offer? These 21 tips will save you time, improve your work, and help you do more with these apps.
Near Space Labs releases high-resolution imagery API
Near Space Labs unveiled an application programming interface Dec. 9 offering access to high-resolution imagery captured by cameras on weather balloons.
General Motors pulls out of Russian car assembly business with Avtovaz deal
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russia’s biggest automaker Avtovaz said on Monday it would buy out General Motors (GM.N) from their joint venture producing vehicles in Russia under the Chevrolet brand, effectively ending GM’s presence in car assembling in the country.
Tata Altroz Review
The brand‘s new premium hatch brings a breath of fresh air to the segment and will make you rethink your decision to look elsewhere
Test your skills and win prizes when you take the new Developer Economics survey!
Where is the developers’ world heading in 2020 and beyond? Take the Developer Economics survey Q4 2019 to share your thoughts and you could win one of many awesome prizes!
Warning for new scam
The Penticton RCMP is warning the public about a new phone scam taking place within the South Okanagan.
New free-to-use streaming platform Plex to rival Netflix launches in the UK
Plex offers a range of movies and TV shows
Buhari directs accountant-general, MDAs to make daily financial inflows public
Nigeria President Muhammadu Buhari on Monday directed ministries, departments and agencies of the government to publish daily treasury summary statements of financial inflows and outflows. President Buhari, represented by the Minister of State for Niger Delta, Tayo Alasoadura gave the directives at the official launch of the Financial Transparency Policy and Implementation Guidelines by the […]
Wole Soyinka withdraws Osinbajo award nomination over Sowore’s detention
THE Wole Soyinka Centre for Investigative Journalism (WSCIJ) said it has withdrawn the presentation of award to the Nigerian Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo following the Department of States Services’ (DSS) invasion of the court and repression of freedom of speech...
realme Buds Air Revealed; Supports BlueTooth 5.0 And Instant Pairing
As we’ve previously reported last week, realme had announced of expanding its product range to include devices such as wearables and true wireless audio. Debuting soon in Indian markets, the company revealed its first ever
Amazon India bets on vernacular, voice & videos to help sellers boost sales
Amazon also announced its partnership with CII to conduct awareness workshops and training in pre-identified locations to enable small and medium businesses start their e-commerce journey.
JazzCash monthly active subscribers cross 7 million
ISLAMABAD, Pakistan: Emerging as the market leader for the third consecutive year, JazzCash has proudly announced an active base that now stands at over seven million users. JazzCash is fast becoming the most popular and trusted digital financial services brand in Pakistan. Transaction values have also increased by 42% compared to the previous year and have crossed the PKR 1 trillion mark; customers carried out 0.5 billion transactions through the service. On this occasion Jazz CEO Aamir Ibrahim said, “JazzCash offers its users diversified financial services aimed at meeting their evolving financial needs. The traction we have gained in terms of the number of active users, the value and the volume of transactions is evidence that we have both made headway in terms of enhancing financial inclusion and also gained customer trust.” JazzCash is on a mission to provide every Pakistani access to a range of financial services through secure and accessible channels with an easy to use USSD menu, user-friendly mobile…
Keep your audience engaged post holidays
Keep your audience engaged and prepare for the upcoming seasonal peaks
New 1.0 turbo-petrol engine to power Renault Triber, upcoming HBC SUV
Renault-Nissan will roll out its new 1.0-litre turbo-petrol engine in India in 2020. Click to know engine details and more.
Elon Musk cleared in 'pedo guy' defamation trial
Tesla CEO said his faith in humanity is restored.
2020 McLaren GT pricing and specs
More than a 570S, less than a 570GT – the new GT is going for the Goldilocks zone in the McLaren line-up.
Free Windows 7 Extended Security Updates Can Be Enabled For Anyone With This Bypass Tool
Microsoft is charging between $25 to $200 per workstation (per year) for Windows 7 Extended Security Updates (ESUs).
Turn Your Face Into a GIF With Snapchat Cameos
Snapchat is reportedly testing a feature that essentially lets users insert themselves into GIFs. The social network’s video alternative to Bitmoji, Snapchat Cameos uses selfies to replace other people’s faces in animations. Following […]
U.N. expert urges Ethiopia to stop shutting down internet
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia (AP) - A United Nations expert on the freedom of expression said he has urged Ethiopian officials to stop shutting down the internet.
Mysterious Hackers Strike BMW And Hyundai
Cybersecurity is more important than ever not only for governments but also for global corporations, includ...
Bosch and Daimler launch self-driving car pilot in San Jose
Bosch and Daimler launched a self-driving car pilot in San Jose, roughly a year after the two jointly announced a plan to do so.
Thousand Indian Scientists, Scholars Oppose Citizenship Bill based on Religion
New Delhi (Sputnik): India’s Federal Home Minister is expected to table a bill in Parliament on Monday to grant citizenship to illegal migrants, who are Hindus, Sikhs, Buddhists, Jains, Parsis and Christians from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan.
Cooperative Horror FPS ‘GTFO’ Launches Today on Steam Early Access
GTFO, the horror themed first-person shooter with an emphasis on cooperative action, debuts today on PC (Steam Early Access).
China tech/Lenovo: battle standard
Beijing should remember that all armies depend on their supply lines
Brief Battles Brings Butts, Pants And A Cast Of Indie Stars To Switch In February
Crossovers with Yooka-Laylee, World of Goo and more
Intel Makes Quantum Computing Leap With 'Horse Ridge' Cryogenic Control Chip
The beauty of Horse Ridge is that it is a RF processor that dispenses with the need for hundreds of connective wires to interface quantum systems with standard computing devices to control/regulate performance.
Jaguar upgrades I-Pace with increased range for free
Jaguar used data from the I-Pace eTrophy racing series to increase the production I-Pace's range potential.
ICPC discovers projects in Imo without contract agreement
A team of the federal constituency Project tracking in Imo state, led by the Independent Corrupt Practices Commission, ICPC.
Elephant crosses train tracks by lifting level crossing gate in Jalpaiguri. Internet is worried
An elephant crossed train tracks by lifting a level crossing gate in North Bengal. The video has gone viral.
Canadian Fintech FlexPay Secures $6 Million Through Latest Investment Round Led By Impression Ventures
FlexPay, a Canada-based fintech that uses AI and machine learning to help merchants recover lost revenues from declined transactions, announced on Monday it sec
2020 Nissan Navara N-Trek Warrior pricing: from $62,990 drive-away, in showrooms now
Nissan Navara Warrior will undercut the Ford Ranger Raptor by up to $20,000, is thousands less than a HSV Colorado SportsCat and shadows Toyota HiLux Rugged X.
Jobs of the future are clustering in a handful of US cities: Study
A new analysis of where "innovation" jobs are being created in the United States paints a stark portrait of a divided economy where the industries ...
Google Calendar app gaining ability to move events between calendars
If you have multiple calendars on your Google Calendar app on your phone, then you'll know the pain of not being able to move events between calendars.
Madrid-based Fintech StudentFinance Raises $1.27 Million in Seed Round Led by Seedcamp
StudentFinance, a Fintech firm launched by the founders of Uniplaces, recently revealed that it had secured €1.15 million (appr. $1.27 million) in seed fundin
Voice search is changing the way we access news – here's why that matters
With broadcasters partnering with voice assistants, is voice search changing our news habits for the better?
OnePlus adds Netflix to its TVs
Thanks to an update, OnePlus TVs will come with Netflix preinstalled.
'The Morning Show' earns three Golden Globe nominations for Apple TV+ [u]
The Apple TV+ drama series about an early morning TV news show has been nominated for best television drama series and has two nods for best actress. It's the first Apple TV+ show to gain award nominations.
Local activist helps raise $20,000 to support LGBTQ+ youth
Within 10 hours, a local activist helped raise $10,000 to support transgender youth. In less than a week, the amount raised has doubled.Mike Morrison felt compelled to kickstart a fundraising campa…
Google Maps for iOS gets Incognito Mode
It's also easier to delete your location history on Android.
People of the Year 2019: Yu Suzuki
Shenmue III came out 18 years after its predecessor and picked up exactly where it left off
Miss Universe's first openly gay contestant is from a country where same sex relationships are illegal, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Despite having to return to a country where homosexuality is criminalized, Swe Zin Htet hopes her story will empower more Burmese people to come out.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
China to replace all foreign hardware and software at government and public institutions by 2022
Among several developments in the US-China trade war has been the latter's push to make itself technologically independent of the US semiconductor industry. A major step in this direction is an order passed by the Chinese Communist Party, to push…
-$0.31 Earnings Per Share Expected for Arlo Technologies Inc (NYSE:ARLO) This Quarter
Wall Street brokerages expect Arlo Technologies Inc (NYSE:ARLO) to post earnings of ($0.31) per share for the current quarter, according to Zacks Investment Research. Three analysts have provided estimates for Arlo Technologies’ earnings, with the lowest EPS estimate coming in at ($0.32) and the highest estimate coming in at ($0.29). Arlo Technologies posted earnings per […]
Samsung Tap View may be introduced, may only work via NFC
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Global financial watchdogs take aim at Big Tech's data dominance
Could be forced to share data on financial services customers with banks.
Best Roborock Vacuums in 2019
We've tested and compared several Roborock robot vacuums to see which ones are the best. See which ones fit your needs.
Metacritic has removed over 6,000 negative Death Stranding ratings
The change was first reported by Redditor argandg, who noted that while there were 78 new positive ratings between the 4th and 5th of December, the number of negatives dropped by 6,429—from 9,335 to just 2,906. At the time of…
Vivo X30 real images appear with key specifications - Gizmochina
Last week, Vivo China confirmed that it will be launching the Vivo X30 series of 5G phones on Dec. 16. The X30 series is rumored to include at least two devices such as Vivo X30 and Vivo X30 Pro. Official teaser video and live shots of the Vivo X30 phone that surfaced in the recent …
Hot deal alert: Get $30 back when you buy a Nintendo Switch on Amazon
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Entrepreneur Development Ministry, MTDC collaborate to prepare SMEs for digital technology
BANGI, Dec 9 — The Ministry of Entrepreneur Development (MED) has forged a cooperation with Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC) to prepare the small and medium enterprise (SME) to shift to utilise digital technology in their business. MED Secretary-General Datuk Wan Suraya Wan Md...
Efforts to reduce plastic during Paryaya of Admar Mutt
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Brussels asks news groups to describe their data deals with Google
Questionnaire sent to publishers is part of wider competition probe
New Apple products predictions 2020
We explore the rumours and discuss which new Apple products might appear next, including new iPhones, iPads and Macs and their release dates. Find out what Apple is coming out with in 2020.
Google celebrates card game Loteria with new interactive Doodle
Dec. 9 (UPI) -- Google released on Monday a new interactive Doodle that allows users to play rounds of traditional Mexican card game Loteria with friends or users from around the world.
WhatsApp dark mode: latest beta release gives us another early glimpse
Icons tucked away in the install files offer a tantalizing hint of what the new layout will look like.
New Google Chrome feature means no more emailing notes to yourself – here's how to use it
The new shared clipboard means you can simply text on your computer and paste it on your phone – no emails necessary.
Apple Mac Pro can be pre-ordered on 10th December for ~RM24971
Apple announced last month that the new Mac Pro would be coming soon and now we have a date. According to Engadget, the Mac Pro and Pro Display XDR will be available starting 10th December 2019. Prices for both have been confirmed to start from 5999 USD (~RM24971) and 4999 USD (~RM20808).
WhatsApp stops working on millions of old phones this month - see if yours is on the list
WhatsApp is ending support for numerous iPhone, Android and Windows phones. Check to see if your smartphone is impacted by the latest update.
Microsoft starts forcing Windows 10 1809 stragglers to upgrade
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VW Caddy Spied Playing In The Snow Again
New spy photos of the Volkswagen Caddy show the bite-sized van completing cold weather testing as development on the revamped model continues.
Xiaomi Mi Watch specs and release date - and now it's got iOS support
Xiaomi has officially revealed the Mi Watch in China – but while we wait for a global release – it looks like its first smartwatch is a serious alternative to Apple and Samsung devices. The Mi Watch becomes the first smartwatch to receive the Mi branding, following the company's popular line of Mi Band fitness…
Ford Recalls Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-Series Super Duty Over Safety Risks
The Explorer may be all-new for the 2020 model year, but it’s recalled once again, for the umpteenth time. Vehicles built at the Chicago Assembly Plant between January 18th and July 17th are involved in this campaign, along with the Lincoln Aviator from January 15th to July 17th.
Best Samsung Galaxy Watch apps of 2019: All the top options for your smartwatch
Whether you have the Samsung Galaxy Watch or a Galaxy Watch Active 2, the list of apps for you to download is vast and improving all the time. However, discovering which apps are worth your time can be challenging. And that's why we've done the hard work for you by selecting the best from the…
Collective Voice: My internet persona was nothing like me
To most people in real life, I would be that sweet little kid they always knew, but to others online, I would be the opposite.
Ericsson pays $1bn to settle corruption probe
Networking giant reaches settelement following accusations of corruption by US authorities
New to Mac? 15 tips and tricks for macOS beginners
If you’re new to Mac but used to the basics you need, you might be ready to move on. Here’s a helpful list of Mac tips and tricks for beginners.
Best Headphone Deals for Christmas 2019
We round up the best deals on headphones, earphones and earbuds, as well as offering advice on fit, audio quality and price.
‘Who Did this?’ India-Style Boris Johnson’s ‘Election Campaign’ Video has Netizens in Splits
New Delhi (Sputnik): Ahead of a fast-approaching UK General Election set for 12 December, a traditional Indian style election campaign video is grabbing all the attention on social media.
Sizeable God Eater 3 version 2.20 update available for Nintendo Switch
Those of you who own God Eater 3 on the Nintendo Switch platform might want to check whether your copy has received the latest update, as Version 2.20 is out now. The update is pretty hefty and pac…
Volcano eruption in New Zealand kills five, several missing
Police say more casualties were feared as about 50 people were nearby minutes before the eruption.
Best News Apps for Android in 2019
If you're keen on keeping up with the day's events on the go with your Android phone or tablet, then you'll want to check out these fine apps for news junkies.
Driving a Jeep Cherokee to Rocky Mountain National Park | Behind the Wheel S01 // E06
In this episode of Behind the Wheel, Senior Producer Christopher McGraw drives the 2019 Jeep Cherokee to Rocky Mountain National Park.
How to keep your car on the road in the wet
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How Do You Justify This Super-Pricey Smart Mug
An average mug costs between £2 and £5, while a nice travel mug goes for around £10-£20, or maybe a little more if you’re feeling fancy. So how on earth does a company justify a smart mug that costs well over £100?
How to set up a smart home security camera
Keeping tabs on what's going on in your home is easier than ever these days thanks to the proliferation of Wi-Fi security cameras. We explain how to set one up and get notifications and video on your phone - wherever you are.
How the cloud, an army of drones, and 3D mesh is saving the world's vital infrastructure
Bridges in major cities are crumbling and in desperate need of inspection. Technology convergence offers a light at the end of a rickety tunnel.
PGIMER MD/MS Result 2020: Scores to be Out Soon on Official Website at pgimer.edu.in
Candidates who are shortlisted in the written test will have to appear for the counselling session that is scheduled to begin in the last week of December.
BS6 Yamaha R15 V3.0 launched at Rs 1.45 lakh
The BS6-compliant Yamaha R15 V3.0 makes slightly lesser power and gets a Rs 4,420 price hike. Head here for the full story.
Justin Bieber Works Up a Sweat at Dance Class
Justin Bieber flashes a smile as he leaves a dance studio on Monday afternoon (December 9) in Los Angeles.
Jokowi skips KPK anticorruption day invitation, delegating Ma'ruf to attend instead
When asked why he did not attend the KPK event, Jokowi said he was merely “delegating”
Winds Might Be Changing For Vestas
The company has grown fast in a favorable market environment, having a 5-year CAGR if 8%.Despite the record-high order backlog in Q3/2019, the company identified the impact of tariffs and increased ex
People banned from keeping cars at 'fire trap' flats but they can still live there
EXCLUSIVE: The Decks development is fitted with the same material that contributed to the devastating fire at The Cube student block in Bolton last month
Jumia to Cease Operations in Rwanda, Shuts Down Jumia Travel in Nigeria
Jumia is continuing with its optimization moves where they'll cease operations in Rwanda and shut down Jumia Travel in Nigeria
Prizmo 5: The Pro Scanner with Powerful Editing Tools for the iPhone and iPad [Sponsor]
Prizmo 5 is the premier solution for fast, streamlined scanning and powerful, accurate OCR on the iPhone and iPad. The app’s hallmark is the efficiency of its capture workflow, which is driven by an elegant and intuitive UI coupled with the latest iOS and iPadOS features. Creaceed, the maker of Prizmo 5, has been refining
UMIDIGI A3S - Galaxy A10 competitor is on Global sale for $59.99 - Gizmochina
UMIDIGI is always known for its affordable smartphone devices. The Chinese smartphone manufacturer doesn’t disappoint when it comes to discounts and offers on its smartphone devices. Similarly, as per the aspirations, the UMIDIGI has announced the Global Sale of UMIDIGI A3S at $59.99. The ultimate Galaxy A10 competitor is available for a much lesser price …
Pakistani FM, Saudi envoy discuss regional issues
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan army spokesperson on Monday rejected media reports suggesting that Pakistani and Iranian security forces conducted joint border patrolling. “News published by Dawn today ('Pak-Iran Forces jointly conduct border patrolling') is factually incorrect,” Director-General Inter-Services Public Relations (ISPR), Maj. Gen. Asif Ghafoor, said in a tweet. He added
Top 5 gift ideas in the Amazon Last Minute Christmas deals event
Amazon's Last Minute Christmas deals are live now and these are the best ones if you are looking for a Christmas gift
Google's new depth feature makes its AR experiences more realistic
Seeing virtual objects behind real-world ones makes them more lifelike.
Tourist tweets escape from NZ's White Island volcano
Tourist Michael Schade stood at the crater of New Zealand's White Island volcano minutes before it erupted on Monday and shared his terrifying experience in a series of messages and videos posted on
Best Headphones Deals for Christmas 2019
Don't pay full price, because we're always rounding up all the best Christmas deals on headphones right here.
New to Mac? 15 tips and tricks for macOS beginners
If you’re new to Mac but used to the basics you need, you might be ready to move on. Here’s a helpful list of Mac tips and tricks for beginners.
Companies can track your phone — unless you change these security settings
For big tech companies, data is money. Their goal is to collect as much info about you as they can, and try as we might, there’s no surefire way to shut them out entirely.
‘You Made Ghana A Village When You Hired Helicopter So Cardi B Could See You’- Archipalago Jabs Shatta Wale
US based Ghanaian social media commentator and part time musician, Archipalago has fired some salvos at familiar foe, Shatta Wale for mocking the celebs who went to meet Cardi B in her hotel room in the supposed Meet & Greet session. Shatta Wale jabbed the Ghanaian celebs who were ‘browned’ by Cardi B after she […]
Best GoPro Deals for Christmas 2019
Get the best GoPro action cameras at the best prices with these deals and discounts for Christmas 2019.
Oppo Reno 3 specifications confirmed – could it make 5G affordable?
Oppo has announced several specifications of its upcoming Reno 3, and we like what we've seen so far – including that it could be one of the first actually | Trusted Reviews
Explained: The WTO’s dispute settlements mechanism is all but dead. This is why India should worry
Trump sees the WTO -- which seeks to ensure equal treatment for all its members -- as standing in the way of "America First", tying its hands when it tries to protect American workers or seeks to effectively employ the advantages of being the world's most powerful economy.
Gwent expansion Merchants of Ofir out now along with patch 5.0
CD Projekt RED has released a new expansion for its Witcher based card game Gwent, with the Merchants of Ofir dropping today with over 70 cards on PC and iOS. Along with the over 70 cards there are ne
Amazon's NHS Collaboration Will See the US Company Get Access to Medical Data for Free
It turns out that the government's deal with Amazon to provide medical date for Alexa to parrot at people is a bit shit for the NHS.
China reportedly bans foreign technology in its government and public offices
China is reportedly planning to ban all government offices and public institutions from using foreign software and computers in a move that could dent sales by US tech companies and increase tensions at a crucial moment in the trade war.
Huawei P40 's First Alleged Render Surfaces Online - Gizchina.com
While the Huawei P40 series is expected to come in March of next year, the new smartphone lineup could actually see the light of day earlier. Today a new..
Mettler Toledo releases the 2nd edition of Its Best Practice Guide
In the second edition of its guide for chemical and petrochemical manufacturing, Mettler Toledo (Urdorf, Switzerland; www.mt.com) reveals how the latest tr
Vivo V17 arrives India with Snapdragon 675 and L-shaped Quad-Camera
Vivo took the wraps off Vivo V17 in India. It boasts Snapdragon 675 chipset with 8GB of RAM and 128GB of Storage. Retails for INR22,990 (~$325/€290)
Gino D'Acampo drops X-rated expletive in pronunciation struggle
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Floods worsen in Johor while Kelantan fully recovers
JOHOR BARU, Dec 9 — The number of flood victims currently housed at the temporary relief centres (PPS) in Kota Tinggi has increased to 39, as of 5pm, compared to 19 victims recorded at noon today. State Local Government, Urban Well-being and Environment Committee chairman Tan Chen Choon, in a...
New Aston Martin DBX: pricing for South Africa confirmed…
Aston Martin South Africa has confirmed its new DBX will be priced from R3,6-million when it launches locally early in 2020.
Land Rover Defender By Overfinch Is A $315,000 One-Off
Overfinch has been modifying Land Rovers and Range Rovers since 1975, but this is one of the tuner's most u...
What would you like to see revealed during The Game Awards 2019?
This week sees the annual return of industry ceremony/advertising bonanza The Game Awards, as Geoff Keighley takes to the stage once again to hand out gongs for some of 2019's greatest games, in between developer chats and performances by a...
Elon Musk Spotted with His Wild Cybertruck in Malibu
Elon Musk hit the road with his cool and new vehicle Cybertruck with his friends.
Latest Samsung Galaxy S11 Plus leaks point to a new camera sensor and bigger battery
Three new leaks detail the camera specs, design and battery size of the Samsung Galaxy S11.
EUR/CHF Could Find Upside In 2020
The euro has fallen against the Swiss franc over the majority of its life.However, the EUR/CHF interest rate differential remains in a positive position (on a central bank rate basis, the spread is po
This update is the last you’ll see of Google Glass Explorer Edition
Google has announced one final update before it pulls the plug on the Explorer Edition of its Google Glass smart glasses.
Ranji Trophy 2019-20: Murali Vijay fined 10% of match fee for dissent, calls grow louder for use of technology
The day 1 of TN-Karnataka Ranji contest witnessed quite a few dramatic appeals & Vijay was fined 10% of his match fee for showing dissent!
Phones 4U billionaire John Caudwell tells John McDonnell he may leave the UK if Labour wins the election
Billionaire Phones 4U founder John Caudwell told shadow chancellor John McDonnell today that he was considering leaving the country if the Labour Party wins Thursday’s General Election.
González anticipates new dialogue between the federal and local governments
Washington Resident Commissioner Jenniffer González thinks the end of the tax benefit should be negotiated
It's the end of the road for Google Glass Explorer Edition
Out to Glassture
New battery circuitry could give 2020 iPhones more space for actual battery
Apple's 2020 iPhone might get larger batteries if a claimed change in circuitry can open up additional space inside.
Hankook Tire CEO indicted on charges of bribery, embezzlement
Cho Hyun-bum, chief executive of Hankook Tire & Technology, South Korea's largest tire maker by sales, was indicted for taking bribes and embezzling corporate funds, prosecutors said Monday.Cho is suspected of receiving kickbacks worth around 600 million won (US$503,778) from subcontractors and siphoning off some 200 million won from Hankook's affiliated companies, according to the prosecutors' office. In January...
Fortnite on Google Play: Is a 30% cut worth the security benefits?
Opinion: Google says there are no exceptions. Should Epic Games bite the bullet?
The Phantom Metric: What Really Drives U.S. Equity Valuations?
Investors continue to question whether US equity valuations are too high, particularly for growth companies and versus other global markets.The risk premium is a good gauge of market sentiment.Valuati
Executive explains why Snapdragon 865 skips integrated 5G modem and 7nm EUV manufacturing process - Gizmochina
Qualcomm has recently officially unveiled its flagship chipset, the Snapdragon 865 SoC, alongside its mid-range Snapdragon 765G/ 765 processor which are manufactured using TSMC 7nm and Samsung’s 8nm processes. But questions arise as to why Qualcomm used two different processes and why the SD865 chip didn’t feature an integrated 5G modem, unlike the SD765G. And …
[OPINION] Dancing onstage while on the autism spectrum
Sometimes, I do odd stuff such as stomping my feet loudly or rubbing my hands to combat my nervousness. I wish that one day, I get to really control this stage fright and rediscover my talents anew.
Man charged after bus crashes onto railway line near Galashiels station
One person was checked by an ambulance crew after the incident on Sunday night.
WATCH: A Small Act of Kindness Brightens an Amazon Worker's Day
The Christmas season is one of the busiest – and arguably one of the most stressful – times for delivery drivers. Not only do they have a heavier workload, with more people shopping online for Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals, but these drivers are also working in wet, snowy and icy conditions.
Ford, McDonald's collab to make...car parts
Ford will make parts out of coffee grounds with the help of McDonald's
YouTube unveils top Indian ads watched in 2019
Google India recently announced its annual YouTube advertisement leaderboard for India, which highlighted the ads that have received the maximum views and shares from audiences across the country.Whi
Barangays urged to create ‘Christmas’ social assistance programs
President Rodrigo Duterte has enjoined all Sangguniang Barangays to establish a social assistance program for village officials and employees this Yuletide.
Autohub opens first Ssangyong-Changan dealership in Metro Manila
Visit the new Ssangyong-Changan Otis dealership operated by Autohub Group located in Manila
Regulators ponder new rules to temper Big Tech data advantage
Global banking regulators say the arrival of Big Tech firms like Google, Amazon and Apple in financial services poses a host of stability risks that may require sweeping new laws to level the playing field with smaller tech firms and banks.
BuzzFeed UK threatened with being dissolved over late accounts
The online media business is already more than two months late and risks fines unless it files its 2018 financial information soon.
Creative Sound Blaster G3 USB DAC Amp for Consoles Released
The best source for tech and gaming news, hardware reviews and daily fix of tech. The latest reviews of motherboards, GPUs and much more!
Cloud Stocks: VMware Builds Up With Acquisitions
VMware's third-quarter revenues grew 12% over the year to $2.46 billion versus the Street estimate of $2.41 billion.For the fourth quarter, the company expects license revenue to grow 13% to $1.39 bil
Wishu, the app that lets businesses book creative freelancers on demand, launches in the UK with €535K raised
London-based Wishu, the marketplace for creative freelancers, has today announced the launch of its app across the UK. Wishu (founded in 2019) is the world’s first social marketplace app that allows creative freelancers and businesses to negotiate, book and pay for services within the app. Wishu lanches with a total investment of €535K, and a host of major players already on board: Y-Combinator, TechStars, and Momo.
Can a WhatsApp message lead to a binding contract?
An associate unpacks the legal implication of contracts set up via social outlets and what this means to South African law.
Jeff Bezos says employee activists are wrong and Silicon Valley firms should feel comfortable doing business with the US military
Bezos said it was the responsibility of management to push back against employee outrage toward military contracts.
Google Pixel Auto Call Screening, Memory Management Updates Coming With New 'Feature Drop'
Google says that feature drops bring bigger and more impactful updates than the typical security updates and bug fixes.
OnePlus TV now supports Netflix, existing users can get the new remote
When the OnePlus TV Q1 series was announced, Netflix support was supposed to be added at a later date. That changes today.
Your Ultimate Load Shedding Cheat Sheet
Nobody loves load shedding. However, you can still keep your bright outlook on life with a few savvy tweaks to your schedule and home even if you don’t have a generator. Here’s MiWay’s cheat sheet to keep you from blowing your fuse during the current bout of load shedding: Keep to a schedule The first […]
We are placing Prasa under administration – Mbalula
The minister has dissolved the interim board with immediate effect and Bongisizwe Mpondo has been appointed administrator.
No injuries after a reported vehicle crashed into a building on Brandt Pike
HUBER HEIGHTS — UPDATE @ 6:30 p.m.:
Best Electric Bike Deals for Christmas 2019
Looking for some electric assistance while cycling? It’s not cheating! Electric bikes are brilliant to ride, and with these deals you can get one for less money.
BAPE & GOD SELECTION XXX Join Forces on a Graphic-Heavy Collection
The exclusive capsule releases this weekend.
Thermaltake ToughRAM Z-ONE RGB RAM Released
The best source for tech and gaming news, hardware reviews and daily fix of tech. The latest reviews of motherboards, GPUs and much more!
IIT-Madras placements phase-I concludes with 848 offers, most from core domain
Most offers, in the phase I, were made by Micron Technolgy India operations with 31 offers followed by Intel and Microsoft with 20 and 19 offers, respectively.
Unicorn Scooter Company Finds Profit To Be A Mythical Beast
It takes a special kind of audacity for your startup to be successful, and a special kind of audacity to name your startup “Unicorn”. Sadly, the overlapping of those two audacious circles did not spell success for one scooter company....
Photos and videos show the huge volcanic eruption in New Zealand which killed at least 5 people
Shocking pictures and videos show the minutes after a volcano in New Zealand erupted Monday, killing at least five and injuring many more.
Feds charge Volkswagen with violating environment law for faking emissions tests
OTTAWA — German auto giant Volkswagen appears ready to strike a plea deal with Canada after being charged Monday for allegedly importing cars into this country that company executives knew violated . . .
Jaguar I-Pace Gets 12 More Miles Of Range From New Software Update
Jaguar I-Pace owners can go to their local dealer for a software update that improves a variety of things, including the regenerative braking.
Photos and videos show the huge volcanic eruption in New Zealand which killed at least 5 people, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - New Zealand's White Island volcano erupted on Monday, killing several people near the crater. Dramatic images show ash spewing into the sky.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
How to Unlock Bootloader of Realme X2 Pro - Gizmochina
Oppo’s sub-brand – Realme recently unveiled Realme X2 Pro featuring Snapdragon 855 Plus chipset and a high-end Super AMOLED display. Realme made an entry into an affordable premium smartphone market with the Realme X2 Pro. It is set to compete against the OnePlus 7T Pro and Redmi K20 Pro. Apart from the hardware specs, the …
Dramatic footage captured of an Audi Q7 crashing into a van in Preesall
A dramatic crash in Preesall has been captured on a dash camera
Over 750,000 applications for US birth certificate copies exposed online
An online company that allows users to obtain a copy of their birth and death certificates from U.S. state governments has exposed a massive cache of applications — including their personal information. More than 752,000 applications for copies of birth certificates were found on an Amazon Web Services (AWS) storage bucket. (The bucket also had […]
IGNOU January 2020 admissions begins, check steps to apply here
The applications are being accepted for the Masters' degree, Bachelors' degree, PG Diploma and Diploma, PG certificate and certificate programmes and Appreciation/Awareness level programmes.
Starling adds legal services to its digital offering
Starling Bank has announced a partnership with legal services provider Sparqa, the latest addition to the challenger's in-app Marketplace.
Electric Car Users May Have Found a Use for Google Assistant
The thing on your phone you only ever open by accident may soon become a thing you occasionally open on purpose, should you be the owner or potential owner of an electric car. This is thanks to EV charge point specialist Zap-Map adding access to most of its database of chargers via the "OK Google" voice search, making it straightforward to find a charge location without getting done or publically shamed for looking at your phone while driving.
Over 6000 arrests in Hong Kong protests, 16,000 tear gas rounds fired
Police also arrested 12 people on Monday suspected of preparing gasoline bombs
Webcam live feed showed tourists inside New Zealand volcano right before it erupted and killed at least 5
A photograph from a webcam operated by the New Zealand geological hazards agency GeoNet shows a group of people inside the crater of the White Island volcano moments before it erupted.
2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA Prototype Strips 2 Days Before Official Reveal
A little over six years have passed since the original Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) was unveiled as the smallest crossover in the Mercedes-Benz lineup and its replacement's reveal is just around the corner.
The Best 4K TV Deals in the UK This Week: LG, Sony, Hisense, Philips, and More
Find and compare all the best 4K TV deals available in the UK this week. Featuring deals on top brands such as Sony, LG, Samsung, Philips, and more.
Netflix dominates Golden Globes nominations while Apple lands its first
Streaming movies outnumber conventional ones in the Best Picture category.
This Ford Ranger is dressed up in carbon fiber
This carbon fiber upgrade trim for the Ford Ranger may cause you an arm and a leg
Nigeria's weak operating environment is still a challenging factor for the banking sector
Moody's Investors Service has said that Nigeria's weak operating environment posed a challenge to the banking sector in maintaining the recent improving trend, particularly as regards asset quality, given the increasing bank lending.
Google’s first “Pixel feature drop” includes post-snap Portrait Mode, auto Call Screen, and more
Today, Google announced another change to how Pixel devices will receive updates with the first-ever "Pixel feature drop."
How To Break Out Of Apple's Walled Garden
Apple has always been good at keeping people within its own little bubble. The company has strived for an insular ecosystem which can certainly make it tricky for those on the inside looking to break out. But it's by no means impossible....
BuzzFeed UK threatened with being dissolved over late accounts
The online media business is already more than two months late and risks fines unless it files its 2018 financial information soon.
Galaxy S11 specs, release date and price: In-the-wild images show chunky camera hump
108MP lens gets spied in the flesh
Android, Google and free content licenses. Who is to blame and what can be done?
The story of another ban. Have you heard about bans on apps and developers in Google Play? This is just such a story. It’s also an attempt to collect similar c...
China’s advanced type PCL191 multiple rocket system in strategic proximity to Taiwan – reports
A report in the latest issue of Modern Ships praises the Chinese multiple launch rocket system called the Type PCL191 as the most cutting-edge piece of weaponry capable of firing both rockets and ballistic missiles. The modular launcher appears to be based on the AR3 system intended for the export market. Unlike other weaponry on display in Beijing during China’s National Day military parade on 1 October, the Type PCL191, dubbed by CCTV as “a self-propelled rocket launcher with precision strike capability”, traveled up and down the streets of the capital loaded on the back of heavy-duty trucks almost anonymously, the report has it. It also gives an in-depth description of the system’s capacity saying it can carry eight 370 mm (14½ inch) rockets – each with a range of 350 km (220 miles) – or two 750 mm Fire Dragon 480 tactical ballistic missiles, capable of flying up to 500 km. According to PLA Daily, an MLRS brigade was stationed with the 72nd Group Army in Huzhou, in the province of Zhejiang on China’s eastern…
Vodacom, SAPS power crime prevention via app
MySAPS app is part of Vodacom’s journey towards being a ‘purpose-led’ organisation, says Vodacom Business’ Rudi Matjokana.
Apple's Mac Pro will be 'available to order' this week
Grate expectations
Google Assistant now lets you create lists, search for podcasts and share photos
Google on Friday added a range of new features to the Google Assistant in an effort to simplify voice-enabled productivity.
State AGs To Fight T-Mobile-Sprint Merger In Federal Trial
Antitrust News: A group of state attorneys general are getting set to fight against the T-Mobile and Sprint merger in an unprecedented federal trial.
Why Toke Makinwa Slammed Nigerians Praising Cardi B
Toke Makinwa has attacked Instagram users who praised American rapper, Cardi B over same things they shade Nigerian celebrities for doing.
Xiaomi announces Mi Note 10, Smart Band 4, rice cooker and more in Japan - Gizmochina
Xiaomi had an event today in Japan to mark its official entry into the island nation. The Chinese tech giant was supposed to launch in the country next year but decided to make it early. At the event today, Xiaomi announced five products including the Mi Note 10 series, the Mi Smart Band 4, Mi …
Crypto Is Money: Dai Stablecoin Support Arrives on Coinbase Debit Card
If you can spend cryptocurrency in mainstream society, then crypto is money -- at least so says the tech's biggest proponents.
New WhatsApp feature finally makes it a real alternative to your phone for voice calls
Call waiting lets you see if someone is trying to reach you while you're on a call, and pick up if it's important.
Pacifiers can be harmful for your child. Here are tips to help them quit the habit
Pacifiers may help to calm your child but if used for a very long time, they can impact your child's health negatively.
Tata Motors plans to add 100 new passenger vehicle outlets by FY 20 end
Tata Motors is looking to increase its penetration in the domestic passenger vehicle segment with entry into the premium hatchback segment.
Wasim Jaffer makes record 150th Ranji appearance
Cricket News: Wasim Jaffer achieved another first-class milestone as he made his 150th appearance in Ranji Trophy. Featuring for Vidarbha, Jaffer is playing his 150
Persona 5 Royal Is Coming To ... The Chrono Trigger Writer's Mobile JRPG
There's still no Persona 5 on the Switch, and God only knows when Atlus are porting Persona 5 or Persona 5 Royal to PC, but at least Joker and co are making an appearance in another Japanese RPG....
Vivo X30 Series is Already Being Mass-Produced, 100,000 Units a Day - Gizchina.com
Vivo's vice president and general manager for the Chinese market, Liu Hong, just revealed some details about the upcoming Vivo X30 series at the..
Alleged Samsung Galaxy S11 leaks in especially grainy hands-on images
The first hands-on image leak of the Galaxy S11 has now surfaced with plenty of .jpg being added to really get you second guessing what it could be.
Airtel Launches No-expiry Data and Voice Bundles
The new offerings are targeted towards customers who are looking to meet their communication needs with ease and not worry about...
Adorable tot lights up the internet as real-life Elf on the Shelf
One-year-old Parker McShane causes all sorts of mischief at his home in Coatbridge.
Chrissy Teigen answers all our questions on celebs and their lavish lifestyles
What do they do with all those rooms in their mansions?
AWS Wavelength: The Cloud Comes to Your 5G Network
What is AWS Wavelength? One of the most-hyped announcements at Re:Invent 2019, AWS Wavelength is a bid to bring the cloud right to the telco edge. But...
Nedbank notches up 1.7m digitally active customers
The bank witnesses a 30% growth rate across its digital banking platforms, with over one million app downloads.
Insurance, road tax for Zahid's 20 vehicles paid by Yayasan Akalbudi, court told
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 9 — The High Court today was told that the road tax and insurance for 20 vehicles belonging to former Deputy Prime Minister Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi amounting RM107,509.55 was paid using funds from Yayasan Akalbudi Foundation fund, between January and September 2015. Allianz...
Pixel 4 will automatically screen robocalls and center your Duo videos
Google's first 'feature drop' brings improved robocall screening to the Pixel 4.
Safety first following Nelson road safety operation
Please attribute to Tasman Road Policing Manager Senior Sergeant Grant Andrews:
No threat of job losses in auto sector: Minister tells RS
There is no threat of job losses in the automobile sector and no reason for worry, Minister of State for Heavy Industries Arjun Ram Meghwal said in Rajya Sabha on Monday. “The automobile sector is pre
The first Nokia-branded smart TV launches tomorrow
Gadgets 360 reports that the Nokia television boasts a 55-inch 4K screen (16:9) with a 60Hz refresh rate and an Android-based operating system. Its sound quality could be the TV’s biggest draw as it features JBL audio tech and 24-watt speakers.
Vivo V17 with 6.44-inch hole-punch display, quad cameras launched in India for ₹22,990 ($323)
Nearly three months after the launch of the V17 Pro, Vivo has now launched yet another impressive V-series smartphone for the Indian market.
Electricity vandals throw nine Anambra communities into darkness
EEDC on Monday said that about nine communities were affected by the power outage resulting from vandalism of Enugwu-Ukwu 33KV line.
Luno Planning To Add Ripple To Its List By Early 2020
Luno, the cryptocurrency exchange, seems to be making waves of late. Less than a month after it officially announced its comeback in Malaysia and plans to expand its cryptocurrency list, the company recently announced that
Cryptocurrency Exchange - Here are tips to choose the best
The exchange you must have decided to make use of will greatly determine whether your crypto investment will be profitable or not in the long run. There are lot...
Saudi Arabia ends gender-segregated entrances for restaurants
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social...
Amid Internet Shutdown in Jammu, Government Employee Caught Making Money Off Water Bills
New Delhi (Sputnik): India's newly-formed union territory Jammu and Kashmir remains cut off from the world as internet, telephone, and mobile services were shut down in the area in August. The Indian government has been receiving international condemnation for the communications clampdown in the area.
Tourist tweets escape from New Zealand's White Island volcano
(Reuters) - Tourist Michael Schade stood at the crater of New Zealand’s White Island volcano minutes before it erupted on Monday and shared his terrifying experience in a series of messages and videos posted on social media.
Nokia Does Smart TVs Now
While terms like '3310' and 'Snake' come to mind when Nokia is mentioned, that may be about to change. The smart phone company is getting into the smart TV game. Well, it's letting its name be slapped on one at the very least....
LASEMA boss to educate residents on safety at home
Director-General of LASEMA, Dr. Femi Oke-_Osanyintolu, is expected to deliver a lecture on safety at home as management of Radio Lagos Station is holding...
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS Survey Launched — You Can Help Shape Ubuntu’s Future
Ubuntu turned 15 this year and is still going strong — but what next for the leading desktop Linux distribution? Well, to find out Canonical has launched
Nokia is getting ready to launch its first ever Smart TV
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New footage, new questions over former British officer's death
It has been almost one month since James Gustaf Edward Le Mesurier was found dead outside his residence in Istanbul, but new footage calls to mind more...
Tesla Model 3 on Autopilot crashes into two cars in Connecticut
On Saturday, a Tesla Model 3 on Autopilot mode crashed into a stationary police car and a disabled vehicle near the area of Interstate 95 in the city of Norwalk, Connecticut, United States.
That GameCube style Smash Ultimate controller will be re-released in 2020
Official Switch GameCube remotes can go for upward of $80. You know the drill. Nintendo releases a limited run of something, scalpers go crazy, Nintendo drags their feet on reprints and the world continues to turn. It's been a while since w...
IITs end first week of placements on a high note, beating last year's show
IIT Kharagpur gets more than 1,000 job offers in a record five days, with 144 companies visiting the campus till Dec 5
Volkswagen charged with violating vehicle emission standards in Canada
Volkswagen was charged with 60 counts of breaching the Canadian Environmental Protection Act by importing vehicles that did not conform to prescribed emission standards, Environment and Climate Change Canada said. The company did not immediately respond to a Reuters request for comment.In 2015, the agency launched an investigation into the importing of certain vehicle models allegedly equipped with a prohibited "defeat device".
Eye in the sky: how satellite positioning could help Australian mines
New satellite technology could be worth A$6bn to the Australian economy; we speak to Geosciences Australia about the technology’s potential in mining.
Juice Wrld Reportedly Took Multiple Percocets To Evade Police Prior To Death
He was pronounced dead at a local hospital.
NVIDIA Is Using Machine Learning To Transform 2D Images Into 3D Models
Researchers at NVIDIA have come up with a clever machine learning technique for taking 2D images and fleshing them out into 3D models.
Debt profile: MAN raises concerns over Nigeria’s rising figures
Manufacturers in Nigeria have disclosed that President Buhari's request for more loan to fund the 2020 budget is a serious source of concern.
Elastic: Dramatically Lowered Valuation Justifies Billings Slowdown
Shares of search company Elastic have peeled back ~20% ever since reporting Q2 results.Most notably, investors hammered the company on its deceleration down to 45% y/y billings growth (on a constant c
Jimmy John’s Launches Loyalty Program
Sandwich chain Jimmy John's announced Monday (Dec. 9) the nationwide launch of its first customer-loyalty program.
Catching Up: NatWest Adds More Features to Banking App
The race to compete with emerging Fintechs is compelling most all banks to up their game. This is good for the consumer. Better service and lower costs (hopeful
Data watchdog raps EU asylum body for snooping
The European Asylum Support Office combed through social media to monitor refugee routes to Europe for three years. The agency sent weekly reports on its findings to member states, the EU Commission and institutions such as UNHCR and Interpol.
FBI and US Marshals warn of heinous scammers demanding payments via Bitcoin ATMs
The United States Marshals and Federal Bureau of Investigation don't want you to forget about Bitcoin scammers pretending to be people they're not.
Man jailed for 14 sexual offences after police seize his computer and iPhone
Thomas Inglis admitted the charges
Universal Credit changes coming into force in 2020 for 12million people
The end of the five year freeze will bring relief to the 10million benefit claimants - 2.5million of whom are on Universal Credit - who've struggled at the hands of inflation for years
Toke Makinwa replies Yomi Black, leaks DM he sent 2017
After being called out on allegations of living a fake lifestyle, Toke Makinwa has replied Yomi Black. Recall that the drama started after Toke Makinwa made a controversial statement about Cardi B which Nigerians didn't take
160 Arab cars vandalized in Jerusalem
Cars in Arab neighborhood of Shuafat in Jerusalem vandalized with anti-Arab slogans, have their tires slashed.
Iceland Launches Eat to Death Challenge for £15
To be fair to Iceland, you probably wouldn't die if you consumed its entire £15 Party Food Bundle straight from the oven by yourself on Christmas Eve, but you may perhaps need to block off the calendar until December 27 or so and get a few extra toilet rolls in.
Backcountry skier killed in northern Colorado avalanche
A 29-year-old woman has died in an avalanche while skiing in northern Colorado, where communities along the Rocky Mountains have seen record or near-record snowfall since September. The unidentified woman from Fort Collins was buried in the powerful slide Sunday, authorities said. Other members of
USD/JPY Technical Analysis: Turns vulnerable below 50-DMA, ascending trend-line confluence support
The USD/JPY pair extended last week's pullback from six-month tops and remained depressed for the third consecutive session on Monday, also marking it
OnePlus TV gets Netflix app and new improved remote controller
OnePlus marked its entry into the TV market this September with a pair of TV sets, one of which had a fancy motorized soundbar retracting from its bottom.
San Francisco resident captures astonishing video, photos of New Zealand volcano
A tower of choking ash spewed from the eruption of a volcano on White Island in New Zealand Monday, killing five people and leaving more missing.
How the De-Aging Process Behind ‘The Irishman’ Worked
Filmed by Martin Scorsese, The Irishman tells the story of Mafia hitman Frank Sheeran and the disappearance of Jimmy Hoffa.
Google Pixel gets first ‘Feature Drop’ w/ Auto-Call Screen, Portrait Blur, better memory management
Google is rolling out, by way of system updates and Play Store apps, several new features to Google Pixel users in its first "Feature Drop."
Nigeria Army says using phone while approaching check points not allowed
Making phone calls close to military checkpoints is not advisable, a senior Nigerian military official said on Monday. “It is a security measure for when you are approaching a checkpoint,” he said, “you don’t make phone calls,” said Major-General Usman Mohammed, Nigerian Army’s head of Civil-Military Affairs said on Channels Television’s Sunrise Daily on Monday. […]
A contact lens that can show when blood glucose levels are high
A team of researchers affiliated with several institutions in the Republic of Korea has developed a contact lens with a tiny LED light that turns on and off to show blood glucose levels. In their paper ...
Will China Be First to Track Signal From Aliens Far Away in Universe?
China put the world’s largest single-dish radio telescope, which is 500 metres wide, into operation in 2016. Three years later, the testing period is drawing to an end. But the development of the unique object, called the Aperture Spherical Telescope (FAST) and is hoped will find extraterrestrial intelligence, continues.
I didn’t believe the hype around the Philips air fryer until I tried it myself — here’s why I’m a convert, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The Philips air fryer can make a number of delicious dishes without heating your house. Its spacious interior can hold up to 3 pounds or 4 quarts of food.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Breaking: Nigeria has suffered over 8 air crashes since 2015 — Gbajabiamila
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabimaila has regretted incessant military air crashes in the country, placing the number at 8...
Huawei opens its first premium customer service centre in Malaysia
Huawei Malaysia has officially opened its first premium customer service centre in the country. Located at KL Eco City Mall in Kuala Lumpur, the outlet aims to provide quick repair services for all Huawei products. For greater transparency, Huawei says you can view the overall repair process right in front of you.
Buhari inaugurates treasury portal, says Nigerians can now monitor govt spending
The Federal Government has launched the Open Treasury Portal, with the hope of making public the daily treasury statement on how monies that come into government coffer are being spent. This was...
Central GST collection falls short of budget estimate by 40% during Apr-Nov
The minister said that as many as 999 cases were registered till October in the current fiscal for GST evasion and Rs 8,134.39 crore has been recovered.
Cyclist creates festive art by riding reindeer route
Anthony Hoyte cycled nearly 80 miles to trace out the route on the streets of London.
MacBook Pro Diary: A glitch with the restore, but an informative one at least
My MacBook Pro problems had one more episode in store for me: after getting the repaired machine back from Apple, there was a glitch after restoring it from a clone. I cloned the original SSD to an external drive using Carbon Copy Cloner. When I got the repaired machine back, it was effectively a brand […]
EFCC recovers N300m, convicts 60 persons in A-Ibom
THE Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, zonal Office in Akwa Ibom State said it has so far recovered N300 million this year and convicted...
Snapchat Cameo Cribs Deepfake Tech To Meld Your Face Into Video Memes
Snapchat has a new feature that will let you take a selfie and use that selfie to put your face into videos and gifs.
New BioShock game in development at Cloud Chamber
BioShock is an incredible first-person shooter franchise that deals with the collapse of various isolated communities. Many years ago, the previous developer was shut down by parent company 2K Games, but now, another team has emerged to take its place.
As New Zealand volcano erupted, a tourist captured images and videos of the disaster
"My God, White Island volcano in New Zealand erupted today for first time since 2001. My family and I had gotten off it 20 minutes before, were waiting at our boat about to leave when we saw it," the tourist tweeted.
The Mandalorian: Twitter Has Decided Amy Sedaris Holding Baby Yoda Is the Best Part of 2019
The Mandalorian introduced a new guest star that has the internet buzzing: Amy Sedaris appears in the fifth episode as Peli Motto, a mechanic who winds up
New footage, new questions over former British officer Le Mesurier's death
It has been almost one month since James Gustaf Edward Le Mesurier was found dead outside his residence in Istanbul, but new footage calls to mind more...
New Google Assistant on Pixel 4 will soon support English in Australia, Canada, Ireland, Singapore, and the UK
Google's Assistant newest iteration, which launched with the Pixel 4, has a few tricks up its sleeve, but accessing it has been restricted by some
NFCP 2 Is Now Underway; NFCP 1 Licensees To Be Revealed In January 2020
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) today has announced that it is ready to announce the licensees of the first National Fiberisation and Connectivity Plan (NFCP 1) infrastructure package in early January 2020. At
EFCC seized N643.9m, secured 22 convictions in Kano – Magu
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said on Monday that its Kano Zonal office seized N643.9 million this year.
Used electric vehicle batteries charge up the grid
Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed an innovative control system for repurposed electric vehicle battery packs to store electricity for home use and are scaling up the technology ...
BSVI Yamaha YZF-R15 V3 launched in India for Rs 1.45 lakh - Gets a drop in power figures
Along with the cleaner running engine, the R15 V3 now gets features such an engine-kill as it senses the kickstand has been lowered. And dual-horn will be a standard offering.
Ethiopia's internet shutdowns, hate speech bill worries U.N. expert
Ethiopia has shut down the internet nine times in 2019, mostly during national exams and public protests, he said.
New steps against scammers
Some of Canada's telephone providers are being called on by the country's telecom regulator to add to their arsenals in the battle against phone scammers.
Do you dare look upon this horse-wolfpack hybrid?
I haven’t read the later books in the Southern Reach series, but I imagine if the phenomena had eventually extended past the swamp to interact with horses and wolves the result would have loo…
U.S. Supreme Court rejects challenge to Berkeley cell phone law
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday rejected a free speech challenge brought by a trade group against a regulation issued by the California city of Berkeley that requires cell phone retailers to tell customers of certain radiation risks. The justices left in place a July 2019 decision by the San Francisco-based
We broke down the differences between credit card points and frequent flyer miles — here’s why you should be collecting both
Even though a ton of credit cards offer “points” or “miles” for every dollar you spend, those points can be very different things. Each bank and frequent flyer program has its own rewards currency that can be used in different ways. That makes it complicated when you’re trying to choose a credit card; two different cards could offer double points on purchases, but those points could have different values, and could be best for two different things.
Flying cars could lure investors away from ground-based services: survey
(Reuters) - Electric air taxis — known colloquially, if somewhat misleadingly, as “flying cars” — could draw millions of investor dollars away from ground-based transportation start-up firms in 2020, according to a study released on Monday.
How to use Google Drive on iPhone, iPad
Most iOS Files users rely on a range of different storage services, not just iCloud.
Kartik Aaryan Gets Trolled For Sporting Fake Abs In A Commercial; Check Out The Users’ Reactions
Kartik Aaryan has been through a huge makeover ever since he became a household name as a Punchnama boy. He surprised everyone with Sonu Ke Titu Ki Sweety through a transformation of being a chocolate
Tesla on Autopilot crashes into parked police car
Yet another Tesla on Autopilot was involved in a crash, this time with a parked police car that was assisting a driver with a disabled vehicle.
P&ID: Court dismisses Briton’s plea for bail variation
The Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the application for bail variation filed by a British man, James Nolan.
This stretched, bulletproof Rolls-Royce Phantom costs $3.3 million
So you thought the Rolls-Royce Phantom is the best Roller you can get? You thought it's also quite expensive, didn't you? Well, I'm about to rock your
Stolen ECHO newspaper and plaque on Eleanor Rigby statue to be restored
Parts of the iconic statue were stolen in October
Boris Johnson Snatches Reporter’s Phone to Avoid Looking at Photo of Sick Child
There are hundreds of ways Boris Johnson could have handled this interview—and he may well have picked the worst one.Days ahead of Thursday’s general election, when the Conservative prime minister is hoping to secure a majority to be able to force through his Brexit project at the start of next year,
Sonko Arrest: Court Makes Decision on Bail Application
The Anti-Corruption Court has made a decision regarding Sonko's bail application, going on to...
TikTok’s Biggest Hits of the Year — and Its Predictions for 2020
TikTok says it’s ready to help its stars get rich.
Ford Ranger Sales Are Creeping Up On Chevrolet And Toyota
Ford has rightly fixed a wrong by bringing back its midsize Ranger pickup truck to the North American marke...
Next-Generation Nissan GT-R Rendered, Looks Like a Mid-Engined Supercar
Ah, what a fine C8 Chevrolet Corvette competitor this mid-engined Nissan GT-R would make! Then again, while the GM halo car is as real as they get, even with the $20,000 loss expected on the base $60,000 model, the next-generation Nissan halo car sitting before us comes in the form of a rendering.
Redmi K30 supports Hi-Res Audio - Gizmochina
The Redmi K30 and Redmi K30 5G will launch tomorrow. The phones pack some pretty impressive features such as 30W fast charging that allows you to recharge the battery in just 1 hour. Redmi has also revealed that the Redmi K30 has a Hi-Res Audio Certification. What this means is that sound output on the …
How To Use Cloudflare’s New VPN Service On Android
Cloudflare just launched a new free VPN service for Android phone. Here's how you can use the new free VPN service from cloudflare.
Here is how much the Galaxy S10 Lite, Note10 Lite, Galaxy A71 and A51 will cost
Samsung is expected to launch four new Galaxy smartphones, which are Galaxy Note 10 Lite, Galaxy S10 Lite, Galaxy A71, and Galaxy A51, on Thursday this week. While the Galaxy Note 10 Lite and the S10 Lite are going to be more like a flagship smartphone, the Galaxy A71, and Galaxy A51 are going to …
I didn’t believe the hype around the Philips air fryer until I tried it myself — here’s why I’m a convert
In 2010, Philips introduced the first air fryer at a consumer electronics fair in Berlin, Germany. Since then, the appliance has taken off with dozens of brands introducing different styles.
2020 Hyundai Creta to don Palisade inspired design
The 2020 model update from the Hyundai Creta will push the segment forward, say sources
Buy/Drive/Burn: Japanese Two-doors for a New Century
Last time on Buy/Drive/Burn, we took a look at three two-door mid-market offerings from American brands for the 2001 model year. Most people hated such a Sophie's choice. Perhaps things will be a bit better today when we cover the same market segment with offerings from Japan.
25 innovative and cool iPhone accessory gifts for Apple lovers
One of the great things about the iPhone is that, since it’s been a staple smartphone for so long, there is a veritable ton of iPhone accessories for all sorts of budgets. Naturally, you have your high-end wireless headphones, speakers and even charging cases, but there are also straight cases, long-lasting Lightning cables and phone grips for as low as $10.
Building with algorithms: Looking for the optimal design
How can computers help design optimal buildings? Ph.D. student Koen van der Blom makes algorithms that take into account all kinds of different architectural requirements, in order to reach the best compromise. ...
Works restart at Forrestania Nickel Operation in Western Australia
Nickel mining firm Western Areas has resumed normal operations at its Forrestania project in Western Australia, following a bush fire incident last week.
Blackout: BVB’s All Black Kit Causes Social Media Frenzy
Borussia Dortmund sent shockwaves through the footballing fraternity when they debuted their 110th anniversary ‘Blackout kit’
MOBI to Develop Mobility Payments Network for Machine-to-Machine Transactions Based on Blockchain
MOBI, the Mobility Open Blockchain Initiative, is exploring blockchain for use in a new digital mobility ecosystem that could make transportation safer, more affordable, and more widely accessible. According to reports from Bloomberg on December 8, the non-profit organization is developing a blockchain-based payment network that allows for machine-to-machine transactions.
TikTok’s Biggest Hits of the Year — and Its Predictions for 2020
TikTok says it’s ready to help its stars get rich.
Galaxy S11+ Will Sport A 5,000mAh Battery, Along With A 120Hz Display
The Samsung Galaxy S11+ battery capacity has been revealed by SafetyKorea, South Korean certification database. A Samsung-branded battery certification
Paddy McGuinness stuck in a rut in BTS look at Top Gear Christmas special
The team are headed to the Himalayas.
Iraq military complex housing US forces slammed by rockets, says army
Several rockets slammed into an Iraqi military complex that hosts US forces next to Baghdad International Airport on Monday, wounding six Iraqi troops, the military said in a statement. Security forces found launchers with rockets that had not been fired properly, indicating a larger attack was planned, the military said.
House Judiciary Committee holds second impeachment hearing, live stream
The House Judiciary Committee is holding its second impeachment hearing on Monday, days after Speaker Nancy Pelosi called on Democratic committee chairs to begin drafting articles of impeachment. Watch live
EFCC seizes over N643.9m, $706.8m in Kano
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission on Monday says that the Kano Zonal office has seized over N643,942 million in
The Mac Pro is finally coming on December 10 — Apple's super-powerful computer that starts at a whopping $6,000
Apple's new Mac Pro will be available starting December 10, according to an email sent to customers. The computer was supposed to launch in the fall.
Elon Musk appears to have mowed down a traffic sign in Tesla's new Cybertruck over the weekend
The billionaire chief executive took out a "right turn only" sign while turning left out of Nobu, a sushi restaurant in Malibu.
My top five shortcuts to use with Apple TV
Here's a collection of shortcuts and automations that I like to use with my Apple TV.
Owner of £3m apartment sues Heron Tower for £100,000 after enduring two years without broadband
A millionaire is suing for £100,000 after going two years without broadband at his £3 million apartment and being forced to log on at his local library.
Anti-Maritime Piracy Bill introduced in LS, aims to promote safety on water
The proposed law is aimed at promoting the safety and security of India's maritime trade.
Taking flight as Microsoft Flight Simulator returns to the skies
Once a mainstay of Microsoft's gaming business, it's now been 13 years since the last Microsoft Flight Simulator. Now with Asobo Studio at the helm, Microsoft are looking to right that wrong, doing so
Disabled freighter loaded with ammonium nitrate in English Channel
Dec 3: KARKLOE, IMO 9518995, dwt 5400, English Channel S of Falmouth, NUC since early Dec 3, from Brunsbuettel to Nouadhibou, Mauritania, ETA Dec 12. Dec 5 Update: According to Lloyd, the ship suff…
Cades Cove Loop Road closed for tree clearing
According to the National Park Service, Cades Cove Loop Road will be closed starting Monday.
Polio returns to haunt Malaysia after almost 30 years
Malaysia has reported its first polio case in 27 years, health authorities said Sunday, announcing a three-month-old baby had been diagnosed on Borneo island.
Volvo S90, V90, And V90 Cross Country Spied Testing Upcoming Refresh
The changes include tweaks to the front fascia, tiny tweaks at the rear, and new taillights. Inside, there are probably infotainment upgrades.
Apple's new monster $6,000 Mac Pro is about to ship
Apple says it about to start selling the new Mac Pro, as well as the $5,000 Pro Display XDR and its $999 stand.
Too much regulation on bitcoin and cryptocurrency could scare away future tech innovators
The FCA must strike a balance when it comes to protecting customers, regulating bitcoin and cryptocurrency, and not stifling tech innovation.
Local developer deploys machine learning to accounting tool
Syncrony Digital wants to develop a machine learning component for its GreenLine financial close platform.
WeWork's Fall Was a Disaster. A Full-Page Ad Isn't Going to Change That
The company's adman marketing chief wants you to know the company means business.
Mosaic Achievement List Revealed
We have just picked up new achievements for Mosaic. There are 28 achievements worth a total of 1,000 Gamerscore, none of which are secret.
The Samsung Galaxy S11 Plus will have a huge battery, apparently
The upcoming Samsung Galaxy S11 Plus will have a massive 5000mAh battery, according to a new leak. Here are the details of the leak...
First Humble Choice bundle launches featuring Shadow of the Tomb Raider, Blasphemous and more
Choices, choices, choices...
2020 Tata Altroz: Variants explained
Here's what you get for all the variants of the 2020 Tata Altroz hatchback
Provable Things launch pTokens
pTokens, the world’s first token to enable decentralized finance interoperability between any…
Made In Space Europe wins LSA contract to develop inexpensive robotic arm
Made In Space Europe and Luxembourg Space Agency won a European Space Agency contract to develop an inexpensive robotic arm for space applications.
Xiaomi Is The World's Fourth Largest Smartphone Maker
According to the official introduction, Xiasomi has become the world's foruth largest smartphone maker after Samsung, Apple, and Huawei.
iPadOS 14 release date & new features rumours
iPadOS 14 is on its way, so we take a look at when it will arrive and what new features could be included
UK CMA Decision Looms Over Amazon’s Quest For Deliveroo Stake
UK Antitrust News: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) will decide if Amazon's quest to acquire a stake in Deliveroo (and its user data) can move forward.
GM Enters $2.3B JV To Further Production Of Electric Vehicles
EV Partnership News: General Motors announced that it is partnering with LG Chem to mass-produce battery cells for future battery-electric vehicles.
WIN: Tickets to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live in Birmingham
Monster Truck fans will be able to throw themselves into a fully immersive experience as Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live heads to Birmingham - and we're giving two lucky winners the chance to win a family ticket each
Noynoy in hospital
FORMER President Benigno Aquino III is confined at the Makati Medical Center where he is scheduled to undergo a heart surgery, the Makati police chief said yesterday.
CUSB faculty recruitment: Check how to apply for 60 posts
CUSB faculty recruitment: Applications open at cusb.ac.in. The last date to submit online applications is December 18 while candidates can download fee receipt till December 23.
Smart airports: This tech controls aircraft landings from hundreds of miles away
An airport and its air-traffic control tower can be huge distances apart in Norway's remote-control project.
Tonto Dikeh Reveals How American Rapper Juice Wrld Predicted His Death
Nollywood screen diva, Tonto Dikeh has reacted to the death of American rapper, Juice Wrld who died on Sunday, December 8, at the age of 21.
Former Federal Prosecutor: Barr’s Warning to Trump About Giuliani May Be ‘Wink and Nod’ About Coming Indictment
Attorney General William Barr has reportedly cautioned President Donald Trump on multiple occasions that he is “not being well served” by his personal attorney Rudy Giuliani, advising the President that the former New York City Mayor has become a liability for the administration. According to one former federal prosecutor, Barr, who oversees the U.S. Attorney’s office currently investigating Giuliani on multiple fronts, may be attempting to warn the White House about Giuliani’s dire legal straits.
Tim Draper Asserts $250,000 Still in Bitcoin’s Scope as Price Flails
For some reason or another, many investors and analysts have begun to fear the worst for the medium-term outlook of the Bitcoin market over the past few months.
Redmi K30 Pro powered by SD865 SoC to reportedly launch in March 2020 - Gizmochina
Xiaomi is hosting a launch event in China tomorrow, i.e. on 10th December where the company will be launching its much-anticipated 5G smartphone — Redmi K30. As the name itself suggests, it is a successor to Redmi K20. While the Redmi K30 is getting launched tomorrow, its Pro variant, named Redmi K30 Pro is believed …
Evidence of New X17 Particle Reported, but Scientists Are Wary
Could the mysterious particle be our window into studying dark matter?
World Anti-Corruption Day: Graft masters rake in Sh300 trillion annually
Kenya has been plagued by a long list of corruption scandals which are yet to be resolved
WIN: Tickets to Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live in Birmingham
Monster Truck fans will be able to throw themselves into a fully immersive experience as Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live heads to Birmingham - and we're giving two lucky winners the chance to win a family ticket each
This render of a droptop Supra is drop-dead gorgeous
Digital artist Jonsibal reveals his take on a convertible A90 Supra
Peregrine Ventures raises more than €103 million for its fourth fund, to invest in MedTech startups
Peregrine Ventures, an Israeli MedTech venture capital fund, just closed its fourth fund, Peregrine 4, raising €103 million. Their partners include some of the leading institutional and private equity investors from Israel, the United States, Europe and Australia.
Low-Res Galaxy S11 Live Images Pay Close Attention to Large Rear-Mounted Camera Hump
The Galaxy S11 live images have apparently leaked out by a tipster and given that person’s track record, it could be the real deal
Best Speaker Deals for Christmas 2019
We're always interested in finding good discounted speakers. Check out the best speaker deals we've found including wireless speakers and soundbars.
Apple Card’s new Monthly Installments feature may be about to launch
According to Apple's description of the feature in the Wallet app, the launch of the monthly installments option in the United States appears imminent.
For IT pros, adding blockchain skills can pad your paycheck – by a lot
Beefing up on skills around blockchain development, management or engineering can earn techies some big bucks above their current salary.
Unless Honda provide a good engine it won't be enough for Verstappen next season
Honda proved many critics wrong in 2019, but Jacques Villeneuve has been critical of their engine power. The Canadian believes Honda will lose power if they try to make their engines last more than seven races.
Avengers: Endgame Script Reveals What Year Steve Rogers Reunited With Peggy
The newly released script for Avengers: Endgame answers one of the films lingering questions: in what year Steve Rogers returned to Peggy Carter.
Artificial intelligence extends average life expectancy
Artificial Intelligence (AI) offers acceleration in the treatment of patients as it can estimate and analyze data quickly when symptoms occur, according to...
Google Glass Explorer Edition will get its final update next year
Google has been quiet about the Google Glass project. The last update we featured was about the Glass Enterprise Edition 2 allowing efficiency and speed in production. That was back in May. That la…
Vivo V17 review: Good cameras, slick design but competition is tough
Vivo V17 review: Does Vivo V17 offers great value for its price? We take a look at the new phone with 48MP quad-camera and 32MP front camera.
Warning after couple buy fake TV from scam salesperson at service station
The seller claimed the TV was brand new and from Costco
Global watchdogs urge ‘vigilant monitoring’ as big tech companies shift into financial services
Google and other big tech companies may have to share data on financial services customers with banks and fintech firms to prevent unfair competition.
Understanding player behavior - What to read
The following blog post, unless otherwise noted, was written by a member of Gamasutra's community. The thoughts and opinions expressed are those of the writer and not Gamasutra or its parent company. Understanding player’s behavior and psychology has been a growing concern in the game industry and in the public debate. On the business side many big game companies, especially for service games, have invested in building User Experience Research departments, trying to answer questions such as: Who is our game for? Can players understand our game? Is our game fun? Will players be likely to monetize and so on… Trying to answer these questions is detrimental to the game’s player retention and long-term revenues. In the public debate, video games are usually brought to the table for questions related to public health, the two most common ones being: Do video games make people violent? Can people develop an addiction from playing video games ? Here I suggest a list of five books that can help answer these questions.…
Fortnite Will Show an Exclusive Star Wars Scene This Weekend
I hate Paradise Palms.
FTC confirms Cambridge Analytica were wrong'uns
Face(book) the music
Floppy Disk With Steve Jobs Signature Just Sold for a Whopping $84,000 at an Auction
The disk was in "fine condition, with slight brushing to the ink."
Reliance Jio brings back Rs 98, Rs 149 plans; offers up to 24GB data, free voice calls
Reliance Jio new plans: The Rs 149 plan comes with total data of 24 GB which translates to 1GB per day
China reportedly bans foreign technology in government offices
China is reportedly planning to ban all government offices and public institutions from using foreign software and computers in a move that could dent sales by US tech companies and increase tensions at a crucial moment in the trade war.
Quick tip: How to run Wi-Fi diagnostics on your Mac
There's nothing more frustrating than trying to connect to a Wi-Fi network and something isn't working right. However, macOS comes with tools you can use to diagnose and test your network connection, helping you to get back on the internet.
Tata Altroz first drive review
This is by far Tatas best vehicle yet with the potential to take the fight to its rivals.
'Minecraft' will finally support cross-platform play on PS4
The update will arrive Tuesday morning.
More than 500 drivers caught by Gateshead bus lane camera in three days
A camera on South Shore Road, on Gateshead Quayside, caught 529 drivers within three days but the council warned drivers will now be fined
2020 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid range, fuel economy revealed
2020 Lincoln Aviator Grand Touring plug-in hybrid luxury three-row crossover fuel economy revealed. It has a solid electric range, but average fuel economy
Random: Remembering When One Company Ruined Christmas For Some NES Owners
A chastity belt, but for your console
Ryan Reynolds is on a quest to save his world in the action-comedy Free Guy
A bank teller who discovers he is actually a background player in an open-world video game decides to become the hero of his own story…one he rewrites himself. Now in a world where there are no lim…
Boston's trauma to be dissected as marathon bomber appeals death sentence
This city's deepest wound - the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings that killed three and injured hundreds more - will be re-examined Thursday when lawyers for bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev seek to have his death sentence lifted because the jury pool was too traumatized to render a fair verdict. The then-19
Israeli FM vows ‘hundreds of Tomahawk missiles at Tehran’ if Iran crosses red line
BEIRUT, LEBANON (1:00 P.M.) – Israeli Foreign Minister Israel Katz threatened a military operation against Iran if they crossed a “red line” in the region. Katz told the Italian newspaper Corriere della Sera Saturday on the sidelines of the Mediterranean Dialogues (MED) conference in Rome.that a potential Israeli attack on Iran was “an option.” “If Iran crosses the red line, it will discover a unified front between Saudi Arabia, UAE and the United States, which will launch hundreds of Tomahawk missiles at Tehran,” he said. By the red line, Katz meant, “We will not allow Iran to acquire or stockpile nuclear weapons. If that is the last option – we will act militarily.” Iran has repeatedly enunciated its nuclear program as exclusively civilian, subject to the most intensive UN supervision ever.
Yamaha launches BS-VI compliant YZF-R15 bike, price starts at Rs 1.45 lakh
The 155cc will be available across all company dealerships in India from the third week of December 2019, India Yamaha Motor (IYM) said in a statement.
Electricity vandals throw nine Anambra communities into darkness
EEDC on Monday said that about nine communities were affected by the power outage resulting from the vandalism of the Enugwu-Ukwu 33KV line
UN report: Climate, technology could produce 'severe inequalities'
The climate crisis and technological changes could shape a 'new generation of severe inequalities in human development,' according to a U.N. report...
Minecraft Bedrock Edition hits PS4 tomorrow, cross-play finally enabled
It's taken some time, but the PS4 port of globally-popular build-'em-up Minecraft will be updated to the
Elon Musk Hits Traffic Pylon With New Cybertruck After Dinner in Malibu
Billionaire tech icon Elon Musk turned a lot of heads in Malibu, California on Saturday night when he showed up to a swanky restaurant in his new Tesla Cybertruck. But Musk’s night on the town included at least one embarrassing hiccup. The founder of Tesla and SpaceX hit a traffic pylon with his shiny new vehicle that some Twitter users joked was roughly the height of a small child.
How a nuclear plant got hacked
India's Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant (KNPP) publicly admitted they discovered malware on their networks. It likely could have been easily avoided.
Best Microsoft Surface Deals for Christmas 2019
Whether Pro, Laptop, Studio or otherwise, grab one of these top Surface deals while you can.
John Prine touring in 2020, playing The Apollo
He's also playing the just-announced MerleFest, some East Coast shows with Emmylou Harris, and more...
Electric vehicle charging station map goes live
Electric vehicle and plug-in hybrid electric vehicle drivers can now view the current statuses of SA’s public charging stations online.
Upgraded Chuwi UBook goes for Surface Go’s throat
Chinese hardware manufacturers CHUWI have surprisungly upgraded their Chuwi UBook 2-in-1 to create a more cost-effective Surface Go alternative. Originally unveiled through the company’s Kickstarter for the 2-in-1 system, which raised an impressive $450,000, the UBook has always been pitched as a competitor to Microsoft’s Surface Go. With a smart change in components, Chuwi is …
StartersHub, micro VC from Istanbul and San Francisco, to invest in 60 startups from central and eastern Europe
StartersHub, an early-stage tech investment fund based in Istanbul and San Francisco, will back 60 eastern European startups over the next four years in an effort to bridge the gap between pre-seed and seed funding. Arda Aşkin, managing director at StartersHub, explained: “Despite the fact that a record €0.7 billion was invested in CEE startups […]
You Can Order Apple's Mac Pro and Its Killer Display This Week
Apple’s much-anticipated beast of a machine, the Mac Pro, and its corresponding badass new display, the Pro Display XDR, will be available to order on 10 December, per a promo the company emailed to customers.
MOBO-nominated drill rappers are jailed for total of nine years for running county lines drugs network that shipped heroin and crack cocaine to the Home Counties
Cassiel Wuta-Ofei, 27, known by his stage name, Scribz, and Malki Martin, 24, who goes by ASAP, were sentenced to a total of nine years behind bars for operating a heroin and cocaine drugs network.
European bank finances Turkish bus-ticketing app
The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has provided $4 million in equity financing to Turkish online bus-ticketing service...
Photos and videos show the huge volcanic eruption in New Zealand which killed at least 5 people
New Zealand's White Island volcano erupted on Monday, killing several people near the crater. Dramatic images show ash spewing into the sky.
Heavy traffic faced motorists in Bristol this morning - this was why
Emergency roadworks were party to blame
EFCC secures conviction of 111 fraudsters in Southeast in 11 months
EFCC says it has obtained the conviction of 111 fraudsters in the South East between January and November, 2019, secured the final forfeiture of N1.5billion
The best sniper games you can play right now
There’s seldom a shot that’s as satisfying as a headshot from a sniper rifle, though it’s rare to find a game that pulls off the mechanic well. Sniper rifles are often much slower to reload and set up, and while they can inflict massive damage, they aren’t the usual go-to weapon in a PvP match. […]
They crammed that cruiser
Generous residents "Crammed the Cruiser" in Lake Country over the weekend.
Huawei stands by HarmonyOS approach
A Huawei executive revealed the company plans to expand the range of devices running its ...
eFootball PES 2020 Data Pack 3.0 is now available for download
Konami has released a brand new Data Pack for eFootball PES 2020 that adds new stadium updates, new National kits, player faces and other in-game content.
Scientists have developed a once-a-month contraceptive pill
Scientists believe this could be extremely effective to prevent unplanned pregnancies. This has been the first instance when such an approach has been used to deliver contraceptives.
Climate Is the Ultimate “OK, Boomer” Issue
The genesis of a generational conflict
Owner of £3,000,000 flat sues developer because it didn't have broadband
He wants £100,000 compensation for 'about 1,000 days' of low-tech misery.
Online booking for ID cards now available in Portugal
A protocol signed Friday in Lisbon will allow the State Booking Centre to operate an online scheduling service via the ePortugal Portal, the Ministry of Justice (MJ) informed.
Vivo V17 launched in India; check out price, specifications, features
The new Vivo V17 comes with Snapdragon 675 AIE chipset paired with 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage. The device features a 4500mAh battery with the 9V/2A fast charge support
USD/CAD Technical Analysis: Bulls gearing up for a move towards reclaiming 1.3300 handle
The USD/CAD pair extended its sideways consolidative price action through the mid-European session on Monday and remains confined in a narrow trading
Social Media Companies Aren’t Even Close to Fixing Their Bot Problem, Report Finds
Researchers with the NATO Strategic Communications Centre of Excellence released a report last week showing that – shocker! – it remains as easy as ever to buy followers and engagement on social media sites like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.
Here is why Jumia has closed shop in Rwanda – Techjaja
Starting from today, Jumia Rwanda will no longer be able to accept cash on delivery and can only process pre-paid orders.
Amazon Christmas deal cuts £72 off Fitbit Versa – cheapest price ever
Amazon launched its Last Minute Christmas Deals sale with £72 off the original Fitbit Versa – the cheapest price around.
If You See Someone Driving a Tesla Cybertruck Around Los Angeles, It's Elon Musk
A leaked video proves Cybertruck is street legal, but maybe a little difficult to maneuver.
Flight attendants explain the ways you could actually bag a flight upgrade
Flight attendants debunk the myths and explain what it actually takes to bag a free or cheap flight upgrade
Intel Labs unveils cryogenic control chip for quantum computing
Intel Labs unveiled a first-of-its-kind cryogenic control chip, code-named Horse Ridge, that will speed up the development of quantum computing systems.
Huawei cancels smartphone launch in Taiwan after being temporarily banned - Gizmochina
News emanating from Taiwan indicates that Chinese tech giant Huawei may have been forced to cancel the launch of its flagship phone and smartwatch in Taiwan after Taipei imposed a temporary ban on some of its products for listing the island as part of China. Huawei was billed to launch the flagship Mate 30 Pro …
FIRS Chairman: Nigerians React As Buhari Nominates Fowler’s Replacement
The tenure of Babatunde Fowler as the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) ended today, with President Buhari opting not to reappoint him for a second tenure.
Google Calendar adds the ability to move events between calendars
Managing multiple calendars just got easier, thanks to the new ability to move events between calendars which is rolling out to the Google Calendar app on Android.
The Creator of Google Voice on How 5G Will Change the Way You Work
Fifth-generation wireless technology will untether workers from their desks.
Fast-Paced Arcade Brawler Super Crush KO Blasts Onto Switch Next Month
A beat 'em up, run 'n gun
China aims to replace up to 30 million pieces of foreign tech in government offices with Chinese tech by 2022
The Chinese government has instructed its offices to phase out technology made outside of China, including hardware and software, by 2022, according to the Financial Times.
What is VPN Good For And The Top 5 Best VPN Services
Security | What is VPN Good For And The Top 5 Best VPN Services
Elon Musk drove the controversial Tesla Cybertruck near Los Angeles 2 years before its planned release
Photos and videos from TMZ show Tesla CEO Elon Musk in the electric-car maker's Cybertruck at the restaurant Nobu in Malibu.
Meizu PRO 6 Plus Received Flyme 8.0 Stable - Gizchina.com
On December 8th (yesterday), the Meizu PRO 6 Plus finally received the Flyme 8.0 stable version system update. With the update, Meizu's PRO 6 Plus gets..
Cosel adds four lower power options to LHA PSU series
Cosel has announced four series of open frame, low profile, compact power supplies covering the range of 30W to 100W and UL/EN62368-1 certified.
Chipotle has nurses who check if workers are actually sick or just hungover
At a conference last week, the CEO of Chipotle said the restaurant chain now has nurses on call who check whether some workers who call in sick are actually ill or just hungover.
TikTok slammed for removing same-sex couple's pictures from India and Pakistan
Video-sharing site restricts posts by users it identifies as disabled, fat or LGBTQ+
The Apple TV remote is so bad that a Swiss TV company developed a normal replacement
A Swiss TV company made a replacement Apple TV remote with normal buttons.
Real Bo Duke Reveals 5 Most Common Mistakes On General Lee Clones
Watch as Bo Duke actor John Schnieder lists the top five mistakes he sees on 1969 Dodge Charger General Lee clones.
Bayonetta and Vanquish bundle launches in February 2020 (update)
Last night, we reported that a remastered version of Vanquish was spotted on the Microsoft Store. Well, this was just part of the story. We now know that the elusive Bayonetta and Vanquish bundle exists.
Nintendo 'Indie World' Presentation Announced For Tuesday 10th December
It's Nindie Direct time!
Mexico recalls Argentina ambassador for alleged book theft
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexico recalled its ambassador to Argentina after a video surfaced suggesting he may have tried to steal a book from a Buenos Aires bookstore.
The Sony WH-1000XM3 wireless headphones have been reduced to their lowest price yet
Already low in price, use the eBay 10% off discount code on the Sony WH-1000XM3 noise cancellation wireless headphones and buy for their cheapest price yet.
Lost your spare car key? Your claim might just get rejected
You insure your vehicle so that you can get financial assistance in case of repair services, an accident or any such eventuality. However, there are some situations wherein the insurer can reject your vehicle insurance claim. One of the major ones is the absence of all keys
CEO hacked employee’s phone and downloaded ‘intimate’ images
WRC awards ex-worker with fashion firm €94,000 for sexual harassment and unfair dismissal
Australian Digital Health Agency chief suddenly quits
After three years.
Smartly Avoid General Electric Stock Dividend for Capital Appreciation
Reassuring news that General Electric was keeping its dividend should move GE stock higher. But, profit-taking is likely to occur first.
'EV charging biz to grow at 50 by 2022 in India'
Power and energy management firm Delta Electronics expects its electric vehicle charging business in India to grow around 50 per cent per annum in the next three years with more car makers bringing their EVs into the country, according to a senior company official. The company, which has
Minecraft on PS4 is finally getting cross-platform play
Brings together players on Nintendo Switch, Windows, Xbox One, iOS, Android, and Gear VR
Police Seize 70 Pounds Of Marijuana From Jet After Death Of Juice Wrld
Cops Say Juice Wrld's private jet was loaded with drugs just before the rap star's shocking death.
Cadence Design Systems: Great Prospects, Mostly For The Operations
Cadence Design Systems is an undercovered beneficiary of the continued semiconductor boom.The company is well positioned and has a good track record, yet valuations have gotten a bit out of hand.I lik
WalkMe raises $90 million to help people navigate user interfaces with on-screen prompts
WalkMe, a digital adoption platform that helps companies integrate on-screen product walkthroughs into their software, has raised $90 million.
Cotton Reboot delayed again, pushed back to summer 2020
Japanese developer Beep has announced that its old-school shmup Cotton! Reboot has slipped from its spring 2020 release window, and is now expected to launch in the summer.Cotton Reboot was originally announced back in May, and is a modern-...
Minecraft adds PlayStation 4 cross-play, joins Xbox One and other platforms
Minecraft Bedrock has expanded to PlayStation 4 consoles, welcoming cross-platform multiplayer, purchases, and progression with Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, mobile, and more.
Sony launches α9 II full-frame professional camera in South Africa
Sony are making an impressive mark in the world of professional photography. They’ve just launched the Alpha A9 II in South Africa, which holds true to its promise of being built for speed. The A…
First batch of NFCP deployment will be awarded in January 2020
The Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) has announced that the NFCP 1 will be awarded to successful licensees that have been selected through a tender process in early January 2020. The NFCP 1 will cover a total of 153 locations which consists of 94 mukim in 8 states such as Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Terengganu and Sabah.
World's first skincare brand using artificial intelligence arrives in Ireland
Specific ingredients are selected to offer products optimally designed for the skin
Buhari travels to Egypt Tuesday - Premium Times Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari will depart Abuja Tuesday for Aswan, Egypt, to attend the Aswan Forum designed to set “An Agenda for Sustainable Peace
Php 61 million gets you this special Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign
What kind of Nissan GT-R do you get for Php 61 million? Well wonder no more
Reader Forum: They're no longer doubting Maximum Security
Horse Racing news: Reader Forum: They're no longer doubting Maximum Security.
Nigerians React As Buhari Replaces Babatunde Fowler As FIRS Chairman
The tenure of Babatunde Fowler as the Chairman of the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) ended today, with President Buhari opting not to reappoint him for a second tenure.
Universal Studios Prepares for an Epic Race Weekend in February
Participants in the 5K and 10K events will meet familiar characters along the course.
How to share a YouTube channel on desktop or mobile, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - You can share a YouTube channel easily on your computer and mobile device. The easiest way is to simply copy and paste the channel's URL.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Google's first Pixel 'feature drop' brings Portrait Blur, automatic call screen, and more
In addition to monthly security updates, Google’s latest Pixel phones will get bigger updates in ‘feature drops’ starting this month.
Google Fi Beefs Up With Wi-Fi Calling, Spam Protection For Non-Pixel Devices
Today, Google announced that all smartphones that are supported on Google Fi will receive a number of features previously reserved for a select few.
Organisations demand release of 9 activists in Koregaon Bhima violence case
Noted journalist Nikhil Wagle, who was present at the press conference, said, "These cases were foisted by the previous Devendra Fadnavis government.
Margrethe Vestager says EU will review competition rules in light of increasing digitalisation
The EU will review its rules on how it defines markets to react to increasing digitalisation, EU competition chief Margrethe [...]
Australia's Holden Colorado Pickup Spied Testing In Michigan
Spy photographers caught a camouflaged right-hand-drive Colorado pickup near GM's proving grounds in Michigan, identifying it as the new Holden model.
From In/Spectre to Plunderer: Your Winter 2020 Anime Preview Guide
A preview guide with staff, streaming platform, studio, premise, and release date information on the anime titles premiering in Winter 2020.
Ghostbusters: Afterlife’s first trailer channels Stranger Things
Avoid moving into creepy farmhouses
Early Professor Hulk Concept Reveals A Leaner, More Mark Ruffalo Design
Concept artist Jerad S. Marantz has shared one of his takes on Smart Hulk from Marvel Studios' Avengers: Endgame, which depicts a leaner Banner.
Scientists create world’s first pig-monkey hybrid in China
If there’s one thing sci-fi movies have taught us over the years, it’s that combining one animal with another animal almost always ends badly. Scientists in China aren’t trying to create mutant
Man, 53, stabbed multiple times over theft of his cell phone in Oshawa
A 26-year-old Ajax man has been charged with attempted murder after a male victim was stabbed numerous times outside an Oshawa convenience store last Saturday, in what investigators say started as a cell phone theft.
Cape Town files urgent application to deport foreigners camped at Methodist Church
SOUTH AFRICA: Foreigners in the City of Cape Town face a bleak festive season after the City applied an urgent court interdict
Total Tank Simulator announced and it’ll have physics based WWII battles
505 Games has partnered with Noobz from Poland to announce Total Tank Simulator, a physics-based WWII battle title. In the game, players will assume the role of Commander who direct tanks, which is ob
PatronGG secures $1m for esports engagement app Kokyo
Bitkraft leads funding to continue its string of esports investments
How Google Play works
Today we are publishing the “How Google Play Works” report, a comprehensive look under the hood at how the Play Store operates.
Jokowi appoints Rudiantara as PLN president director: Luhut
President Joko “Jokowi” Widodo has named former Communications and Information Minister Rudiantara as the new president director of state-owned utility company PLN, says an official close to the President.
Passengers on board Australia's biggest cruise liner caught up in New Zealand's volcano tragedy describe the horror of watching the injured be brought back to the ship
Australians are believed to be among the visitors on Whakaari from a nearby cruise ship, the Ovation of the Seas, which originated in Sydney.
Elon Musk spotted hitting the town -- and a sign -- in the Tesla Cybertruck
Still making a smash.
Rangers' Eros Grezda fined £400 for driving without license or insurance
The winger Eros Grezda was driving his Audi RS3 last month when he was pulled over by cops.
NAB chairman urges ministers to avoid making predictions about investigations
Javed Iqbal urges parliament to play its due role in eliminating corruption.
Google Stadia review: This could be big (Update: Three weeks later)
Cloud gaming isn't a new idea. Companies like OnLive (RIP) have been trying to make it work for the better part of a decade. Google's effectively
Defence calls no evidence
The defence lawyer for a man accused in the stabbing death of a 13-year-old girl in Abbotsford says no evidence will be called in his defence.
Paddy Clancy column: Leaving coats for the homeless on the Ha'penny Bridge is wonderful, but it's not enough
"Every politician in Leinster House must accept some blame"
Vanquish and Bayonetta remasters will run at 4K 60FPS on Xbox One X
UPDATE: First footage released.
A real looker with an executive feel
In a packed field of stylish competitors, to stand out from the crowd takes a bit of doing.
Obofour to name officials of Tema Assembly who received bribes from him
The Founder of Anointed Palace Chapel (APC) Francis Antwi, aka Reverend Obofour has threatened to expose officials of the Tema West Municipal Assembly who took some monies from him as bribes when they inspected progress of his church building in the area. “I will talk when you push me. Anyone who has collected money in connection with the construction of the building will have to vomit it when we get to the court,” he threatened A week ago, there was news that Adwoa Amoako, Municipal Chief Executive (MCE) of Tema West Assembly, escaped being physically attacked by some agitated members of APC after the MCE and her officers had visited the premises of the church to inspect building permits and also collect property rates. Reacting to the fracas that ensued on the premises of his church in Tema, Rev. Obofour called the TWMA official “liars” and rather accused them of attacking three of his security men on the church premises without any justification. He explained in a 28-minute 17-seconds video on his YouTube…
Bethesda ceases active development on The Elder Scrolls: Legends
Which shouldn’t come as too much of a surprise given that most have you only just remembered it was a thing after reading that headline.
Mexico recalls Argentina ambassador for alleged book theft
MEXICO CITY (AP) - Mexico recalled its ambassador to Argentina after a video surfaced suggesting he may have tried to steal a book from a Buenos Aires bookstore.
Apple gets FCC approval for Mac Pro tower, and rack-mount version
The Federal Communication Commission has given the all-clear for the Mac Pro, with both the tower and rack-mounted version of the Mac workstation clearing regulatory checks for radio frequency emissions.
Property and finance professionals raising money for Nottingham based charity Operation Orphan
'Strictly fab-u-lous'
25 wacky and wonderful tech stocking stuffers under $25
In 2019, we can't recommend a Red Ryder BB Gun (even if we did find one for less than $25 on Amazon). That said, we do have a listing of 25 products sure to be as beloved by your recipients as that Red Ryder was to little Ralphie Parker.
Will Lyft Stock Be Boosted by Lyft’s Spectacular Performance?
The performance of LYFT, at least relative to expectations, has been spectacular in recent quarters. But Lyft stock has struggled badly.
The 2020s could be an apocalyptic decade for Wall Street as artificial intelligence takes over the most popular jobs in finance
The financial services industry is a popular place for job seekers, but artificial intelligence could wipe away a million banking jobs.
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class and electric EQA spied with minimal camouflage
2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class subcompact luxury crossover and EQA subcompact electric car spied. The EQA appears to be the EV version of the GLA-Class.
Hero MotoCorp to hike prices by up to ₹2,000 from January
Two-wheeler market leader Hero MotoCorp on Monday said that it will increase prices of its motorcycles and scooters by up to ₹2,000 from January.The price hike will be across range of two-wheelers and
FableStreet raises ₹21 crore in Series A led by Fireside Ventures
FableStreet, a premium work wear brand for women, has raised ₹21 crore in Series A led by Fireside Ventures.Industry honchos, including Pradeep Parameswaran, President for Uber India and South Asia; D
Domino's GPS-powered pizza tracking is available in many more places
The company says approximately a quarter of its stores will have the tech in place by the end of 2019.
GBP/USD retreats modestly from eight month highs to the 1.3130 area
The GBP/USD dropped from 1.3180 -the highest level since early April- to 1.3135 following the release of a new poll ahead of the general election in t
A bug may have revealed Modern Warfare’s battle royale mode
The bug includes a preview of the whole map
China with Drastic Measures: Removes all Foreign Computer Technology
China has ordered all foreign computer equipment and software to be removed from government departments and public institutions within three years, the Financial Times reported. The government directive will deal a blow to American technology companies companies such as HP, Dell and Microsoft and will try to mirror Washington's attempts to restrict the use of Chinese technology as the war between the nations turns into a technological cold war.
South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi crowned Miss Universe 2019
ATLANTA (AP) - South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi was crowned Miss Universe 2019, giving the country its second title in in three years in a pageant that also saw strong showings from contestants from Puerto Rico and Mexico.
Paytm Payments Bank says it issued 600,000 FASTags in November
PPB said it sold 6 lakh tags in the month of November, and claimed that it has equipped over 1.85 million vehicles with FASTags
A real looker with an executive feel
In a packed field of stylish competitors, to stand out from the crowd takes a bit of doing.
Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero gaming headset review
The Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero is perfect for competitive gaming, but is it well rounded enough to justify the price?
Best Android File Manager in 2019
There are a plethora of file manager applications on the Play Store, so it can be tough to pick the "best" one. We've done the deep-diving for you, to help you find the best file manager to use with your Android device.
Here’s how TransLink says you can prepare for the SkyTrain shutdown tomorrow
TransLink is preparing customers after CUPE 7000, the union representing 900 SkyTrain workers, announced that it would forward with withdrawal of services.
Ondo sacks 51 ghost workers in its workforce ― HoS
Fifty-one ghost workers have been discovered by the Ondo state government during the last verification exercise carried out to ascertain the workforce.
Snapchat Cameo will allow users to edit their faces onto GIFs
Snapchat is testing a new feature that will allow users to edit their faces into GIFs. Called Cameo, the feature is rolling out to a limited number of users
Swiss cable company offering alternative remote to control Apple TV, like Apple’s own IR remote
A Swiss broadband provider, Salt, uses the Apple TV as a faux-cable box for its home fibre broadband customers, similar to deals Apple has struck with other cable companies around the world. Apparently, some of Salt’s customer base aren’t too happy with the normal Apple TV input method and the company is now offering an […]
‘Terminator’-Inspired NES Game “Journey to Silius” Being Added to Switch Online!
After a few months hiatus, Switch Online is being updated this Thursday, December 12th with six classic Nintendo and Super NES games. However, the highlight is Journey to Silius, in which you play Jay, who is on a run and gun mission to take down the mechanical army responsible for his father’s death. In the […]
Conclave onblockchain
Top blockchain experts and thought leaders from around the world will take part in a two-day conclave, ‘BlockHash Live 2019’ to be held here from December 12.The experts will share ideas and lead disc
Finally, PlayStation gets cross-platform Minecraft tomorrow
And you need an Xbox login to play.
The new Mac Pro gets FCC approval ahead of launch [update: rack mounted model too]
Update: The new Mac Pro model aimed at rack mounting also passed FCC clearance today, ahead of the computer going on sale tomorrow. Apple previously announced that a ‘optimised version for rack deployment’ would be released in the fall. The Mac Pro has appeared today on the FCC registry site, with its regulatory testing information […]
Vodafone Rolling out Half-Sized SIMS as Part of New Plastic Reducing Policy
Vodafone has announced a new initiative to cut down on the amount of plastic it uses, and the half-sized SIM holder is part of that.
China aims to replace up to 30 million pieces of foreign tech in government offices with Chinese tech by 2022
The move by Beijing is to increase China's use of domestically made tech, and could affect companies like Dell, HP, and Microsoft.
Kota Tinggi flood victims rise, 729 people evacuated
JOHOR BARU, Dec 9 — The number of flood victims placed at temporary evacuation centres (PPS) in Kota Tinggi tonight rose sharply to 729 people compared to 39 victims this afternoon. State Local Government, Urban Well Being and Environment Committee chairman Tan Chen Choon, in a statement, said as...
WhatsApp broadens call waiting option to Android
WhatsApp reportedly extended a call waiting feature to Android devices, a little more than a ...
Chevrolet Camaro Discounts Are Even Better This Month
Despite being a fantastic muscle car, the Chevrolet Camaro still lags behind its chief rival, the Ford Must...
Former Tipperary garda station sold at public auction
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Toyota to invest PhP 4.5 billion to build new Luzon import hub
Toyota does import over 100,000 CBU vehicles a year
Christmas tech: Five activity trackers to watch
Garmin, Samsung and Fitbit do battle
Sindh govt approves bill to restore student unions
--Student unions to ensure social and academic welfare, discipline on campusesKARACHI: The Sindh cabinet on Monday approved a bill to restore student unions in provincial educational institutes.
US labor board will investigate Google's recent firings
US labor relations board will determine if Google violated federal labor laws and discouraged union organizing.
CHUWI UBook will be more cost-effective than Surface Go - Gizchina.com
In early 2019, CHUWI launched a 2-in-1 tablet UBook through Kickstarter campaign, but now they are relaunching it with upgraded specs.
Nokia dangles mediation carrot in front of Daimler over license dispute
Legal action has been paused in the hopes of reaching some form of resolution.
Patch Tuesday alert! Protect your machine by pausing updates
If you’re running Win10 1903 or 1909, setting up a temporary patching pause is quick and easy. Other versions, not so much. Opt out of cannon-fodder mode with these simple steps.
Mbalula’s Prasa-administration announcement is welcomed by Scopa
Transport Minister Fikile Mbalula’s announcement that he had decided to place state-owned Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa under administration with immediate effect has been welcomed by the Standing Committee on Public Accounts.
BigTech Cryptocurrencies Pose Risk to Global Financial Stability: FSB
The Financial Stability Board (FSB) says government and regulators should closely monitor the emerging trend of BigTech companies entering the crypto
Microsoft to help Office 365 customers track entire phishing campaigns, not just lone emails
Microsoft rolls out Campaign Views in public preview for Office 365 ATP customers.
Tourists film New Zealand volcano eruption from nearby boat
Police said more casualties were feared with rescue services unable to reach New Zealand's White Island as it remained too dangerous after the volcano sent a plume of ash thousands of feet into the air
Apple’s Safari privacy features are driving down prices for advertisers at the cost of accuracy
In the two years since Apple released Safari’s Intelligent Tracking Prevention feature that keeps websites from tracking users around the web, it looks to have almost totally eliminated the ability for advertisers to market to specific demographics. A new report from The Information dives into how Apple’s offensive against ads has made things more difficult for […]
Amazon-owned Ring is preparing its first smart light bulb
It's likely to illuminate would-be thieves.
Monday Apple Rumors: 2020 iPhone May Sport Larger Battery
Monday's Apple Rumors include one of its TV+ shows getting Golden Globe nominations, FCC approval for the Mac Pro and more.
Randy Rhoads’s Stolen Gear Found In North Hollywood Dumpster
The gear that Ozzy put out a $25k reward on has been recovered.
Saudi eliminates gender-segregated entrances for eateries
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social ...
Floppy Disk With Steve Jobs' Signature Sells For $84,000 By US Auction House
Floppy disk with Steve Jobs signature sells for $84,115 by a RR auction house in the U.S. On the disk’s label is the signature of Steve jobs with a black pen.
Stefan Struve is shutting down Internet critics after ‘DC’ ball blast — ‘I missed a big win bonus’
"My point is just how frustrated I am because I was doing great until the low blows." — Stefan Struve
The Bachelorette Alum Ashley Hebert And Husband J.P. Rosenbaum Reveal He Has Guillain-Barré Syndrome
The Bachelorette alum Ashley Hebert and her husband J.P. Rosenbaum has revealed he was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome. Herbert used
RADA warns farmers about beet armyworm increase arising from rainfall
The Rural Agricultural Development Authority (RADA) is reporting that recent rains have triggered an increase in the pest population of the beet armyworm. RADA says the downpours have facilitated increased plant growth such as...
Oculus Quest gets hand tracking this week
The Oculus Quest is a standalone virtual reality headset that has become quite popular in recent months. The press release Android Central received said that the team wanted to "share that we’ll be rolling out an initial version of hand tracking as an early feature for consumers on Oculus Quest."
Sindh govt approves bill to restore student unions
The union will comprise of seven to 11 student-members.
Indian Army Fires American Origin Ammunition from M-777s Near Pakistan Border
New Delhi (Sputnik): The 155 mm satellite-guided artillery rounds for Howitzers were ordered from the US following the February 2019 military standoff between India and Pakistan, which erupted following a suicide attack on an Indian military convoy killing at least 40 soldiers.
Adobe adds AMP for Email support to Adobe Campaign
Google's AMP for Email lets email recipients browse and interact with content without having to click a link and redirect to another webpage outside of the email.
2020 BMW M550i, X3 M40i and X4 M40i get a power bump
BMW announces a power increase for some of its Model Year 2020 vehicles - The 2020 BMW M550i xDrive and 2020 BMW X3 M40i and X4 M40i xDrive
The Canon EOS R Mark II is Already in Testing, Announcement at Photokina: Report
Canon’s got big plans for 2020. According to the most recent reports, the company will release not one but two new full-frame mirrorless cameras in the first half of next year: the ultra-high-resolution Canon EOS Rs we reported on last week, and the EOS R Mark II.
IP-based phone service providers to use technology to tackle caller ID spoofing
Canadian providers of Internet-based phone systems should be able to adopt new technology next year that goes after fake phone calls.
Under $3, Plug Power Stock Is a Good Speculative Buy
Plug Power and PLUG stock lost all momentum Dec. 2 when it announced it would sell up to 40 million shares in a secondary offering.
2020 Hyundai Sonata First Drive – Comfort First
Our 2020 Hyundai Sonata review will tell you all about the company's updated mid-size sedan -- can it compete with Accord and Camry?
Pokémon could soon hide behind your couch thanks to an ARCore update
A new Google ARCore update helps your phone understand the depth that real-world objects have, helping virtual characters and objects feel a lot more realistic.
Last minute audio tech for the holidays
Zone out from the chaos around you this holiday season, and tune in to the sounds you want to, or make and manage calls, with this selection of compact and loud audio tech.
How fashion and technology come together with Huawei Smart Life
When it comes to technology, people normally wouldn't associate it with fashion. If anything, the closest thing that most people can think of is perhaps the cool gadgets from the James Bond franchise but the thing is it's already happening now.
Google Opinion Rewards adds expiration date for your credits
The ability to see when your Google Opinion Rewards credits will expire has finally rolled out to the app.
Microsoft to kill Wunderlist apps on May 6th, 2020
Microsoft today announced that it will shut down Wunderlist on May 6th, 2020. For the past few years, Microsoft has been working on a brand-new task management app called To Do. Microsoft To Do will be the successor to Wunderlist app and you can import your lists from Wunderlist to To Do in few steps. …
Minecraft Switch Players Can Finally Play With Their PS4 Friends From Tomorrow
PS4's version of the game catches up
Wife Spies On Husband During Uber Shifts By Getting In Boot With Son
It's always interesting to hear how far people would go to find out if their significant other is getting up to no good
Alleged P&ID scam: Court dismisses Briton’s plea for bail variation
The Federal High Court, Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the application for bail variation filed by a British man, James Nolan.Justice
EUR/USD price analysis: Euro erases most of the intraday gains, challenges the 1.1059 support
The common currency, on the daily chart, is trading below its 200-day simple moving average (DMA).
Police: Tesla on Autopilot When It Hit Connecticut Officer's Cruiser | Breitbart
A Tesla vehicle on autopilot reportedly hit a state police cruiser on the highway in Connecticut over the weekend, according to authorities.
PD: Phoenix woman stabs Uber car used by boyfriend to escape assault
A woman chased her boyfriend and stabbed the Uber car he used to escape from her.
Cheaper And More Expensive Land Rover Defenders Are Coming
When it goes on sale in the US next spring, the 2020 Land Rover Defender will initially only be available i...
NFL Playoffs 2019: Here Is How The Saints Can Still Clinch The No. 1 Seed
The New Orleans Saints lost a heartbreaker on Sunday, but they aren’t out of the top spot chase. After the weekend, the New Orleans Saints are still the only NFC team that has clinched their ...
Research draws on Formula 1 technology for the construction of skyscrapers
City, University London draws on Formula 1 technology for the construction of "needle-like" skyscrapers.
Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note 10 Lite: here are the prices
Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note 10 Lite: here are the prices, an online retailer based in Slovakia, has mistakenly put online the prices.
If there’s such a thing as gaming phone, the Asus ROG Phone II Ultimate is it
Whether Stadia will support it is another question.
Microsoft adds ‘campaign views’ phishing intel to Office 365 Advanced Threat Protection
Microsoft has launched 'campaign views' as part of Office 365 Advanced Threat Protection, to give companies more visibility into phishing campaigns.
Trump reportedly uses unsecured phone lines. Cybersecurity experts explain why those are 'so easy to hack it's scary.'
Business Insider spoke with cybersecurity experts about how hackers gain access to phone conversations on unsecured devices.
A Situational Number That Brings Fans Excitement Down
After a bumper mass number to open the musical account, team
The best online deals and sales happening now
We rounded up the 10 best sales and deals happening online today, with savings on the Nintendo Switch, Adidas sneakers and clothing, home goods at Target, and Anker charging accessories.
Google’s first ‘Pixel Feature Drop’ brings improvements to Photos and Duo, Call Screen, and memory tweaks
The December security patch began rolling out last week to a smattering of handsets including most of the Pixels, as well as, surprisingly, the Galaxy Note 9 and Note 10. Pixel 4 owners were left w…
VSCO Girl Holiday Gift Guide
Metal straws, Birkenstocks and Burt's Bees lip balm are some of the spot on products for this Generation Z subculture.
LG Launches Its Flagship Dual-screen Smartphone in Japan
The South Korean tech giant said its LG G8X ThinQ smartphone was launched through Japan's Softbank and will be sold at some 5,000 stores in major Japanese cities,
This Nintendo Switch Best Buy deal includes a free $30 gift card — enough for your first game, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - The Nintendo Switch is one of the more popular consoles produced by Nintendo. Right now, you can get a $30 gift card from Best Buy with your purchase.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
UK Digital Security Platform Smartlands Will Tokenize Own Equity. Offering to be Sold in the US via Broker Dealer
UK based Smartlands will be tokenizing its own equity selling a 3.5% equity stake in the platform, according to a note from the company. Smartlands is a digital
Amazon offering $30 gift card with purchase of new Switch, besting Black Friday deal
Good things come to those who wait
Tool Illegally Enables Windows 7 Extended Security Updates
A method has been discovered that allows Windows 7 users to bypass eligibility checks and receive Extended Security Updates even if they have not paid for a license.
These are the watches worn by some of the most powerful businessmen and CEOs in the world, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - A luxury timepiece is an essential accessory for a CEO. Here is a list of watches worn by some of the world's most powerful executives.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
Chase Offers can get you cash back at Blue Apron, New Balance and more just for having a card — here are some of the best deals available now, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore
Business Insider - Chase Offers are cash-back deals at restaurants and retailers for Chase cardholders. Here are some of the best ones available right now.. Read more at businessinsider.sg
The first episode of Crisis On Infinite Earths warped the Arrowverse with tragedy
A farewell to a pillar of TV’s DC universe
New Zealand volcano tour guide named as first victim of White Island eruption
Hayden Marshall-Inman was an experienced tour guide with White Island Tours and people have described him as a man with a kind nature who died doing what he loved
Google’s ARCore Depth API enables AR depth maps and occlusion with one camera
An addition to Android will enable over 200 million devices to sense depth, augmenting reality with digital objects that appear behind real objects.
WireGuard VPN is a step closer to mainstream adoption
WireGuard in the Linux kernel itself means greater availability for the project.
These are the bullets that killed JFK
The above GIF was created from new 3D scans of the bullets that killed president John F. Kennedy. The GIF shows two bits of the bullets that killed the president along with another mostly complete …
Google Fi brings Wi-Fi calling, VPN, spam warnings to non-Pixel phones
The best Google Fi experience and full functionality is unsurprisingly on Pixel devices. Google Fi non-Pixel features like...
FG recording successes in fight against corruption — TUGAR
The Technical Unit on Governance and Anti-Corruption Reforms, TUGAR, Monday, stated that despite the slow judicial process in Nigeria, the...
Uber offering all NHS staff free rides or Uber Eats meals this Christmas - how it works
More than 400,000 NHS staff spent Christmas Day last year caring for patients
What is AWS Glue?
Having data in the cloud is one thing, being able to sort it into useful packets is another. Luckily, for Amazon Web Services, this is exactly what their Glue application does.
Royke Tumilaar appointed Bank Mandiri president director
State-owned lender Bank Mandiri’s shareholders have officially appointed Royke Tumilaar to be the bank’s new president director.
WhatsApp for Android already includes call waiting - Gizchina.com
WhatsApp for Android already includes call waiting in its own way with the latest version for Android (v2.19.352) that include calls on hold.
White Island eruption – Expert Reaction
Tourists were present on Whakaari/White Island when its volcano erupted at 2.11pm today.
Nvidia researchers present a rendering framework that can produce 3D objects from 2D images
Nvidia researchers have created a rendering framework that uses AI to take 2D information and transform it into a 3D object accurately. The system is called DIB-R, short for differentiable interpolation-based renderer and is built on PyTorch, a machine learning…
Last minute audio tech for the holidays
Zone out from the chaos around you this holiday season, and tune in to the sounds you want to, or make and manage calls, with this selection of compact and loud audio tech.
Hello, citizens: West Java introduces app to facilitate communication with residents
The West Java administration has launched a mobile application that will enable local residents to engage in a two-way communication with administration officials, therefore allowing them to voice their concerns over certain issues and curbing the prevalence of fake news.
Events can now be moved between calendars using the Google Calendar app
Google Calendar app is gaining the ability to move events between calendars in a server-side update. Previously, users needed to copy or duplicate event details and delete the original event later.
Coinjer Scam is Making the Rounds, Here’s What You Need to Know
The Coinjer scam is one of the latest cons to hit crypto-related social media recently. The scam primarily operates across Telegram channels and tricks
Google Fi brings spam warnings and Wi-Fi calling to more phones
Google Fi features are rolling out to more devices
Ericsson to pay $1 billion USD to settle corruption investigation
Ericsson has agreed to pay more than $1 billion USD (approximately $1.3 billion CAD) to resolve U.S. corruption probes.
SpaceX nails first Falcon 9 booster launch debut in months [photos]
On December 5th, SpaceX pulled off a flawless Falcon 9 booster debut in support of the Cargo Dragon spacecraft’s CRS-19 space station resupply mission, marking the first launch of a new booster in months. More specifically, the last time SpaceX launched a new Falcon 9 booster was on June 25th, 2019 during STP-2, Falcon Heavy […]
The OnePlus TV just crossed a key milestone
Netflix support is finally coming to these Android-powered TVs. Anyone who already owns a OnePlus TV set should get access through the latest update.
A more realistic Bitmoji? Snapchat is rolling out a tool called Cameo that uses deepfake technology
SnapChat is adding a feature that basically allows you to deepfake yourself into a video or GIF for fun.
Hero MotoCorp bikes set to get costlier by Rs 2,000 from January 1
Auto manufactures have increased prices owing to the transition cost for migrating to the BS-VI platform
Xiaomi Pocket AR printer and Baseus ENCOK E09 on sale - Gizchina.com
Xiaomi eco-chain of products has really a vast range of available gadgets, so how about Xiaomi Pocket AR printer or Baseus ENCOK E09 alarm clock ?
GOG Galaxy 2.0 is now in open beta
The integrated launcher is now available to everyone
2021 Jaguar F-Type SVR Rendering Imagines A Car We Won’t Get
The Jaguar F-Type received a significant facelift earlier this month, and here’s a rendering of the hotter SVR performance version.
TASI ends Monday at three-month high
Riyadh – Mubasher: The Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul) maintained its rising trend for the third consecutive session and ended Monday’s trading in gains, reaching its highest level since last August. The Tadawul All Share Index (TASI) added 0.26% …
Witness Spooky Evidence of Snapchat's New Face-Swapping Feature
Sometimes social media dipsomania comes into harsh relief, as it did today when the technology wars manifested themselves as the ability to superimpose your face on a cat: aka, Snapchat’s new social drug “Cameos.” It’s terrifying.
China to Lead World in 5G Scale: Qualcomm President Cristiano Amon
According to the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, 5G technology is expected to create more than 8 million jobs by 2030.
Why Investors Should Avoid Zscaler
The cybersecurity company reported strong fiscal first-quarter results and raised its guidance, but its stock price corresponds to higher expectations.
2K have launched a new studio to develop a BioShock sequel
BioShock is coming back! 2K Games have launched a new game development studio called Cloud Chamber. They're going to make a new BioShock game.
Birds of Prey: How Harley Quinn Will Evolve in the Film
Birds of Prey director Cathy Yan and producer Sue Kroll spoke on the exploration of Harley Quinn's psyche in the film.
Farm burglar who stole quad bikes and vehicles in 'prolific' spree has found God
Jeffrey Bevan stole quad bikes, tools and pick-ups in a spree of thievery but told a judge he has now found God, and feels ashamed of what he did.
E-scooter company Unicorn goes bust after spending big on Facebook ads
The Texas-based company reportedly sold just 350 of its $699 commuter scooters.
Alleged P&ID Scam: Court dismisses Briton's bail variation application
The Federal High Court in Abuja, on Monday, dismissed the application for bail variation filed by a British national, James Nolan.
Oculus Quest gets hand tracking this week
The Oculus Quest is a standalone virtual reality headset that has become quite popular in recent months. The press release Android Central received said that the team wanted to "share that we’ll be rolling out an initial version of hand tracking as an early feature for consumers on Oculus Quest."
Samsung Galaxy S10: Everything you need to know!
The Galaxy S10 is one of Android's best flagships. From reviews, specs, comparisons, and more, here's everything you need to know about the phone!
Microsoft is killing off the Office apps for Windows 10 Mobile in 2021
In a support document published on Friday, Microsoft announced that it will be ending support for the Office apps on Windows 10 Mobile, but not until 2021, over a year after OS support ends.
People fuming about 'over the top' noise from Creamfields Steel Yard heard six miles away
"I can hear what tunes you're playing. I live in Seaforth. Stop taking the p***"
Segun Arinze allegedly attacks houseboy for using his car without permission (video)
Nollywood actor, Segun Arinze, has made the news after a man identified as @CloakedAdonis called him out on Twitter for allegedly attacking his domestic staff who had driven his car without permission.
Collections feature now available to all Microsoft Edge users in the Canary and Dev channels
Microsoft today announced that Collections feature is now rolling out to all Edge browser users in the Canary and Dev channels. Collections is a general-purpose tool that allows you to collect, organize, export, and share content you find on the web. For example, if you are looking to buy a laptop, you will probably visit …
Complications of advertising
Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted, the trouble is I don’t know which half.
FG launches digital platform to publish daily financial transactions of agencies, ministries
PRESIDENT Muhammadu Buhari has launched the Open Treasury Portal to promote transparency and track spending in the public sector.
From Beemer To GTI: How Gamaldien’s Rides Evolved Through The Years
He changes his teams as often as he changes his cars and his latest journey sees him turn out for GladAfrica Championship side Steenberg United. We Check out Ruzaigh Gamilidien’s car evolution through the years.
Save 20% off the 8BitDo SN30 Bluetooth Gamepad
Today's highlighted deal lets you save 20% off this retro controller which comes in four different colors. Play your favorite games retro style with this Game Boy pocket inspired bluetooth gamepad.
Exposure to 5G radio-frequency will be far lower than what guidelines allow
70 years of research shows that the only established adverse health effect of RF energy (above 100KHz) is thermal effect and will not cause cancer or any other diseases
Using the web to help young people find work
Meet Allan van der Meulen, co-founder of Zlto, a web app tackling youth unemployment in Cape Town and creating real change in the community
Ukraine Set To Legalize Cryptocurrencies As Means Of Payment And Investment
Good news came from Eastern Europe as the legislative arm of Ukraine, the Verkhovna Rada, has reportedly adopted an amended draft law that seeks to
The BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe is the Best Used Bimmer you can buy
If you're in the market for a used BMW, take a good, long look at the BMW 6 Series Gran Coupe, as it's currently the best used BMW deal.
Jumia Technologies to suspend Jumia Foods delivery service in Rwanda
NAIROBI (Reuters) - Online retailer Jumia Technologies said on Monday it would suspend food and drinks delivery service Jumia Foods in Rwanda effective Dec. 9.
Galaxy A (2020) series could employ MediaTek’s high-end 5G solution
Samsung's Galaxy A (2020) lineup, or at least some models from the upcoming series, could be equipped with MediaTek's Dimensity 1000 5G chipset, according to a report by BGR.in citing industry sources
China says it will continue ‘training’ Xinjiang people
China on Monday defended its vast network of re-education camps in Xinjiang and said it would continue
AVALO-Energy: Friendly Use Of Renewable Energy And Blockchain Technology
Talks of climate and environmental change have been escalating throughout the past couple of years. Countries all around the world are taking measures to
Marko explains why Red Bull didn't reach target of five wins in 2019
After initially targeting five wins for the 2019 F1 season for his team Aston Martin Red Bull Racing, advisor Dr Helmut Marko explained why the side hasn't reached this objective, as Max Verstappen took three victories for the Bulls.
1&1 fined EUR 9.55 mln for GDPR infringement
The German Federal Commissioner for Data Protection and Freedom of Information (BfDI) has fined 1&1 a total of EUR 9.55 million for infringing the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The company failed to protect sufficiently its customer service line, allowing third parties to access customer personal data by providing only a name and date of birth.
Spotify Says It Still Has No Plans for Nintendo Switch Support and It Wouldn't Tell You if It Did
Two years after a forum thread on having Spotify support on the Nintendo Switch, the music streaming app still isn't on there.
Cadillac Live lets you browse the showroom floor without leaving home
Cadillac earlier this year launched a live virtual showroom for Canadian customers. One part personal shopper, one part interactive digital showroom, the feature allows potential buyers to conduct a one-way video chat with a product specialist so they can learn…
A Swiss broadband provider offers alternative remote control for your Apple TV
A small Swiss provider has decided to offer its broadband subscribers an alternative Apple TV remote that solves Siri Remote's usability issues and has additional buttons.
Redmi 8A review: Going top class on a budget
If you are in the market looking for a cost-effective budget phone, go for the Redmi 8A.
Hero MotoCorp to hike motorcycle, scooter prices from January 1
Hero MotoCorp's portfolio includes affordable motorcycles like Splendor, HF Deluxe, as well as premium offerings like Xtreme 200S and Karizma ZMR. The company also markets scooters including Maestro Edge 125, Pleasure, Destini 125 and others
Google adds new photo controls and faster Assistant in first Pixel feature drop
Google is also rolling out an update to its memory management to ‘proactively compress’ background apps.
This Dividend-Paying Chip Stock Could Switch Up a Gear in 2020
Secular end-market growth should be a catalyst for chipmaker Analog Devices in the new year.
Huawei to Enter the Windows 10 on ARM Ecosystem? - Gizchina.com
Chinese tech giant Huawei appears to be interested in creating SoCs for the Windows 10 on ARM Ecosystem. The company would be advantaged by their maturity
WhatsApp block: Chat app will BAN these phones in a matter of weeks
WHATSAPP has been warning users for some time that they will face a block in 2019... and the all-important date when things come to an end is almost upon us. Here are the phone models that will be ditched by the hugely-successful chat app in a few weeks.
Army fires US precision guided Excalibur rounds for first time using M777 howitzers
The firing of the Excalibur rounds took place as part of the armys training procedure. A precision guided kit was also tested.
Senator outlines measures to reopen Nigerian borders
A former Chairman, Senate Committee on Police Affairs, Senator Abu Ibrahim, Monday listed measure Nigeria should take to reopen its closed ...
Mayo secondary school saves time and money with technology solutions
A forward-thinking school in east Mayo is using technology to drive down its costs and administration time by using solutions from Three Ireland.
Tesla Model 3 Owner Fails To Understand How Autopilot Works
No matter how advanced, technology is not always perfect. Such is the case of the Tesla Autopilot system. D...
“You’ve Got to Have Courage!” BP on Going “All-In” on the Cloud
The initial business case for a BP cloud migration was tight, admits Stewart Fry, BP's global VP for enterprise IT, with a laugh. But going all-in on AWS...
Don't expect to see the Snapdragon 865 in many value flagships in 2020
With Qualcomm selling the Snapdragon 865 exclusively with a 5G modem, the chipset will be limited to 'true' flagships. Most value flagships will be powered by the Snapdragon 765 instead.
Get A $30 Amazon Credit When You Purchase A Nintendo Switch
Amazon is running a sale on the Nintendo Switch right now. It's not really a discount in the price of the Nintendo Switch, instead, you can get a $30
Nike Is Pulling Its Products From Amazon
Nike is overhauling its retail strategy and ending the pilot program with Amazon, which brought its sneakers and apparel to the world's most viewed storefront.
Passive Learning vs Active Learning: Which Is More Effective?
Can active and passive learning impact your learning abilities? What is the best method to learn? Let's find out in this article.
HP's Pocket Printer Is Let Down By Its Photo Quality And Location Data
The HP Sprocket Select is a pocket photo printer that prints sticker photos via a bluetooth phone app. It's adorable. Fun, even. But it's also a device you're likely to use a handful of times, and then hide away in a bedroom drawer until the end of time....
At least 700 shacks destroyed by floods, people trapped in Mamelodi
Communities across the city are in dire need of help after being affected by the flooding.
Minecraft: Bedrock Edition Will Have You Login to an Xbox Account on Your PS4
Update: Now officially confirmed
25 innovative and cool iPhone accessory gifts for Apple lovers
iPhone accessories can add to the new phone you got for the holidays because they can be both practical and fun. Here are 25 great iPhone gifts.
AR-15s Are Nothing: This Is What Makes the AR-500 Rifle so Dangerous
All of the fact.
How to fix common Chromecast issues
The Google Chromecast is an amazing little streaming device that just works... until it doesn't.
EFCC receives 580 petitions, convicts 27 - Premium Times Nigeria
The Economic and Financial Crime Commission (EFCC), Kaduna Zonal Office, has received over 580 petitions and convicted 27 from January to date.
Samsung Galaxy S11: News, Leaks, Release Date, Specs, and Rumors!
The Galaxy S10 is one of the best smartphones we've seen in 2019. Next year, it'll be succeeded by the Galaxy S11. Here's everything we know about the highly-anticipated sequel!
Windows 10 v1909: Would Microsoft Deliver More Easy-to-Install Updates Like the November 2019 Update?
Windows 10 Version 1909: Would Microsoft Deliver More Easy-to-Install Service Pack-Like Updates Like the November 2019 Update?
Ex-Kyrgyz President Atambaev To Face Psychiatric Examination
A psychiatric examination has been ordered for arrested former Kyrgyz President Almazbek Atambaev, the Interior Ministry says.
2021 Audi Q7 plug-in hybrid not coming to America
2021 Audi Q7 TFSI e quattro plug-in hybrid luxury three-row crossover won't come to America. It's a product planning issue.
Do you want to run Linux on Windows 10? Use WSL, here's how.
In this guide, we'll show you the steps to install Windows Subsystem for Linux (WSL) as well as the steps to download and install distros of Linux (such as Ubuntu and Suse) using the Settings app and PowerShell commands.
Kirin 1020 And Kirin 820 Are Huawei's Next-Gen 5G Chips
Leaks of Huawei's next-gen Kirin chipsets, Kirin 1020 and Kirin 820, have sprung up revealing some interesting pieces of information.
It's coming! The new Mac Pro now has FCC approval
The new Mac Pro is finally, really, absolutely, definitely coming after it appeared on the FCC registry. There's no going back now!
Dev says MakerDAO attackers could turn $20M in Ethereum into $340M almost instantly
A software developer claims to have found a way in which to make an "incredibly profitable" but "expensive" attack to steal all the Ethereum available in MakerDAO.
Google adds new photo controls and faster Assistant in first Pixel feature drop
Google is also rolling out an update to its memory management to ‘proactively compress’ background apps.
Minecraft Bedrock edition will launch tomorrow on PS4, adds cross-play
Sony has confirmed that Minecraft Bedrock edition will be released tomorrow on PS4, with this version of the game unifying the code across all versions of the game. This means that PS4 players will be
Minecraft PS4 cross-play is finally real as Sony joins Bedrock Edition
Sony PlayStation are finally joining in on Microsoft’s cross-platform version of Minecraft. That’s right, Minecraft PS4 cross-play is no longer a dream! Starting tomorrow, installed versions of Minecraft on PlayStation 4 systems will update to the unified Minecraft: Bedrock Edition. Connecting players across Xbox One, Windows 10, Nintendo Switch, iOS and Android mobile devices, Gear …
Updated: Incessant military air crashes in Nigeria frightening — Gbajabiamila
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabimaila has regretted the incessant military air crashes in the country, describing it as frightening.
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge Turns You Into a Resistance Spy, Complete with Real X-Wings
Note: This articles contains spoilers for the Disney World ride Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge When Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened at Disneyland and Disneyworld earlier this year, attendance was lower than expected, with […]
Will Your Online Orders Arrive Before Christmas? Find Out Here
We're barely two weeks from Christmas. Those of us looking to get goods delivered in time to put under the tree will need to act very fast. At this time of year, postal and delivery services are working at capacity which can lead to longer than expected delivery times. With that in mind, here are the delivery and...
New, fully working Ubuntu Linux images now available for Raspberry Pi
While most Raspberry Pi owners opt for Raspbian as their operating system, the tiny barebones board can run a number of other Linux distros, including Ubuntu.
2020 Jaguar I-Pace Update Offers 234 Miles of Range Thanks to eTrophy Know-How
The redesigned F-Type may be the most important Jaguar of the moment, but the I-Pace hasn’t been forgotten either. In production since 2018 at the Magna Steyr plant in Austria, the electric SUV gains 12 more miles of range for 2020 thanks to a software update.
Elon Musk Hits Traffic Pylon With New Cybertruck
Billionaire tech icon Elon Musk turned a lot of heads in the US city of Malibu, California on Saturday night when he showed up to a swanky restaurant in his new Tesla Cybertruck. But Musk’s night on the town included at least one embarrassing hiccup. The founder of Tesla and SpaceX hit a traffic pylon with his shiny new vehicle that some Twitter users joked was roughly the height of a small child.
Jaguar Land Rover sales fall despite hopes for Chinese recovery
Jaguar Land Rover sales fell last month, despite the car maker seeing “green shoots” of a recovery in the all-important struggling Chinese market.
Saudi removes gender-segregated entrances for eateries
Restaurants and cafes in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to have gender-segregated entrances, officials said, in a further easing of social restrictions in the ultra-conservative Islamic kingdom.
Mortgage switching startup Dashly names first direct founder Harris chairman
Fintech pioneer and first direct founder Mike Harris has come out of retirement to take on the role of chairman at mortgage switching tool Dashly.
Cyclist takes nine hours to create reindeer outline on fitness app
A keen cyclist has brought some festive cheer to the streets of north London by using his fitness app to map out a reindeer. Cheltenham-based Anthony Hoyle creates art using Strava, a GPS tracking app which follows the performance of athletes before uploading it online. Mr Hoyte pedalled more than 80 miles around the capital, starting in Hammersmith in west London, went north as far as Edgware before heading south again and east through Hampstead Heath and Wood Green. Finally he returned south through Kilburn and Maida Vale before finishing along Euston Road in central London. It took him more than nine hours to compete the cycle - and it wasn't the first time he completed such a feat.
Ookla Data Reveals Which Americans Are Stuck With Satellite Internet
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Fines levied by the FCA rocket more than 500 per cent
The value of fines issued by City watchdog the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) this year has soared to £391.8m. Research [...]
Smart Electric Bike Startup Cowboy Set to Launch Equity Crowdfunding Raise on Crowdcube
Cowboy, a Belgium-based smart electric bike startup, has announced plans to launch an equity crowdfunding campaign on Crowdcube later this week. The funding rou
Liz Weston: How employers help workers save for rainy days
Everyone needs a rainy-day fund — your financial health depends on it. Your employer could help you build one.Many companies offer 401(k)s and other retirem
Human motion capture through a novel wearable multi-linkage sensory system
Jen-Yuan Chang, National Tsing Hua University, lifts the lid on human motion capture through a novel wearable multi-linkage sensory system
Video: Check out this custom-made BMW M3 CS Touring
Check out this extremely cool BMW M3 CS Touring, made by combining a crashed M3 CS with a regular 3 Series Touring body style.
Ford Dealer Selling Baja 1000 Super Duty With Four-Digit Torque
The Ford F-250 Baja 1000 boasts an upgraded engine that pushes the torque figure beyond 1,000 pound-feet of torque.
AMD and Intel Could Be Screwed By New Chinese Mandate Forbidding Foreign Technology
Following the U.S. ban that prohibited domestic companies from supplying equipment to Huawei back in May, the technological Cold War between the U.S. and China just got a bit more intense now that Beijing has ordered all Chinese government and public-facing offices to replace any equipment featuring foreign components.
The wireless camera that lets your iPhone or Android see anywhere is down to $28 for Green Monday
Last year during Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the Depstech Wireless Borescope Inspection Camera was one of the most popular smartphone accessories we covered. This awesome little gadget connects …
Best 75-inch 4K TVs: the best home cinema-sized TVs you can buy
Get a super-sized screen with one of these massive 4K TVs.
RIP Four-speed Ultradrive, Soon to Be Dead at 32
The Pentastar-stamped unit — seemingly older than Kirk Douglas' dad — meets its maker after a lengthy career managing power in a dizzying array of models.
Swiss TV company rights the wrongs of the Siri Remote
Users of Swiss telco Salt hated the Apple TV's Siri Remote so much that the company went out and designed its own.
2021 Volvo S90 and V90 Facelift Wear Useless Camouflage Winter Testing
Arguably, every single Volvo model unveiled after Geely purchased the Swedish company has been a massive improvement from its predecessor, but the S90/V90 lineup is probably the best example.
The 5 at 5: Monday
Five minutes, five stories, five o’clock…
Best printer for Mac in 2020: top printers for your Apple device
Looking for a great printer for your Mac? These are our top picks.
Xiaomi Redmi K30 specs revealed – could it be the next OnePlus killer?
Xiaomi has teased several enticing new details about its next handset, the Redmi K30. Will it offer premium features on a reasonable budget?
First polio case in 30 years reported in Malaysia
First polio case in 30 years reported in Malaysia
Intel previews AI advances in software testing, sequence models, and explainability
Ahead of NeurIPS 2019, Intel previewed a few of the academic papers and workshops it plans to give during the conference.
Amazon Accuses Trump of ‘Improper Pressure’ on JEDI Contract
In a legal complaint, Amazon said that the president attacked the company behind the scenes to harm its C.E.O., Jeff Bezos, “his perceived political enemy.”
Bayonetta and Vanquish Remasters Confirmed for PS4, Launching February 2020
Celebrating a decade
Mac Power Users, Episode 513 – Catalyst Apps on the Mac, with John Voorhees
It was a pleasure to spend time with David Sparks and Stephen Hackett talking about Catalyst apps on the Mac for episode 513 of Mac Power Users. I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about and covering Catalyst for the past 18 months since Apple gave developers a sneak peek at it during WWDC in
Demonstration of high-speed SOT-MRAM memory cell compatible with 300 mm Si CMOS technology
Researchers at Tohoku University have announced the demonstration of a high-speed spin-orbit-torque (SOT) magnetoresistive random access memory cell compatible with 300 mm Si CMOS technology.
PUBG is testing a new system to stop safe zone camping
That act of camping may be technically legal in PUBG, but it makes for a boring game overall. The PUBG team is looking to nip that problem in the bud, as they’ve begun testing a new mode called Blu…
Google proposes hybrid approach to AI transfer learning for medical imaging
Researchers at Google study the role transfer learning plays in the development of highly accurate medical imaging machine learning models.
Hearables fuel wearable shipment surge
The growing popularity of wireless ear and headphones pushed wearable shipments in the third quarter ...
Tata Motors to add another 100 sales outlets for PVs
Auto major Tata Motors plans to add 100 sales outlets for passenger vehicles by the end of the current fiscal as it aims to enhance its reach in the country, a senior company official said.
Brokerages Set Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) Price Target at GBX 724.09
Great Portland Estates PLC (LON:GPOR) has been given a consensus recommendation of “Hold” by the fifteen brokerages that are currently covering the firm, Marketbeat Ratings reports. Five equities research analysts have rated the stock with a sell rating, six have issued a hold rating and four have issued a buy rating on the company. The […]
Pangs of affluence
Sans purpose, without roots, free from any and every ideology; behold Mankind in all its cluelessness For centuries, mankind has strived to achieve ‘enough’. Enough food, enough
Go-Ahead Group plc (LON:GOG) Receives Average Rating of “Hold” from Analysts
Go-Ahead Group plc (LON:GOG) has earned an average recommendation of “Hold” from the seven ratings firms that are presently covering the stock, MarketBeat Ratings reports. One research analyst has rated the stock with a sell recommendation, three have assigned a hold recommendation and three have issued a buy recommendation on the company. The average 1 […]
Creating Rent The Runway For Jewelry Lovers
Jewelry rental platform Switch aims to make it easy for consumers to rent, use and return jewelry they might like to wear but not own.
McLaren evaluating India entry
British supercar maker McLaren is looking to expand to our market in the coming years. Click here for all the details.
A formerly vegan influencer followed the meat-only carnivore diet for 30 days and her fans are not happy
Alyse Parker grew her 728,000-strong following by posting about veganism under the name "Raw Alignment." She's now performed a complete U-turn.
Tesla To Charge $10 Per Month For "Premium Connectivity" Features
Tesla announces that they will charge $10 for its "Premium Connectivity" features by the end of this year.
TrickBot Trojan Abuses Google Suite, Baits With Annual Bonuses
A recently active malicious campaign baited targets with phishing messages promising annual bonuses, abusing Google Suite cloud services to infect them with Trickbot banking Trojan payloads.
Polymega Slips Into Early 2020, But It's Bringing Some Cool Stuff With It
Intelligent patches! New screen filters! Impressive compatibility!
N. Korea believed to test new rocket engine to provoke US
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) - A day after North Korea said it had performed a "very important test" at its long-range rocket launch site, there is wide speculation that it involved a new engine for either a space launch vehicle or a long-range missile.
Child hit by vehicle in Immokalee Monday morning
Troopers say a child was seriously injured Monday morning when they were hit by a vehicle.
Huawei’s ARM-based chips may arrive for desktop PCs soon enough - Gizmochina
Huawei recently introduced the Kunpeng D920S10 desktop motherboard. What this does is allow Huawei’s Kunpeng 920 processor to power PCs.
Millionaire travel tycoon, 70, who had to use his local library and internet cafe to get online because his brand new £2.95m apartment didn't have broadband sues the luxury block's owners for £100,000
Millionaire travel boss Stephen Shalson, 70, moved into his 30th floor deluxe flat in The Heron, Barbican, in February 2014 expecting a top quality modern set-up, he says.
Extending security to the cloud
Citrix SD-WAN Integrated Firewall complements your trusted firewall investment and strengthens overall security infrastructure, says Kurt Goodall, technical director at Troye.
Toyota RAV4 beats Mazda3 as Japan's Car of the Year 2019-2020
JCOTY awards RAV4, Skyline, Wrangler, and Dayz/eK for 2019-2020 season
Best Echo Deals for Christmas 2019
Grab some amazing deals on Echo smart speakers. We round up the best Amazon Echo deals - here's how to get a cheap Echo.
South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi Crowned Miss Universe 2019
South Africa's Zozibini Tunzi won the 2019 Miss Universe pageant on Sunday (December 8) night, beating out 90 contestants in the competition. Miss ...
Currys PC World reveals this year’s top tech Christmas gifts
The top gifts of the year were decided by the brand’s new customer testing initiative, the Customer Collective
Xiaomi takes on Apple in Japan with Mi Note 10 featuring 108-megapixel camera
The Mi Note 10 will cost approximately $486
Keeping up with industry changes the only way to manage connectivity expenditure
There are many connectivity options that businesses can invest in today, but cost remains a major concern for most, says Vishal Barapatre, CTO at In2IT Technologies.
Asus announces more powerful ROG Phone 2 Ultimate Edition and STRIX Edition
Republic of Gamers is ready to blow your gaming socks off with two suped-up smartphones: ROG Phone 2 Ultimate Edition and ROG Phone 2 STRIX Edition
The McLaren 620R is revealed as a road-legal 570S GT4 race car
The McLaren 620R was just revealed by McLaren, and it's essentially a 570S GT4 racecar that's been made road legal. Lucky for us, you can buy it and drive it in America.
Windows 10 Tip: New Manage notifications button at the top of the Action Center
Editor’s note: We’re back with the latest weekly Windows 10 tips posts, which highlight some of the many helpful features that come with the Windows 10 November 2019 Update. We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to make your daily life easier with a streamlined update process, as well as clean and simple experiences for your desktop. Did you know you can now go to the “Notifications & actions” […]
Land Rover Defender By Overfinch Is A Green Gem With Massive Engine
Overfinch creates a custom Land Rover Defender with a GM-sourced V8 and a wood cargo bed. Inside, there's green and tan leather.
Watch Tesla boss Elon Musk take his Cybertruck out for a spin
Outspoken Tesla boss Elon Musk has yet again used his celebrity status to promote his latest product, taking the controversial Cybertruck out for a night on the town in Malibu.
Trans Adriatic Pipeline nearly completed, will be operational in October 2020, says official
Over 90% of the Trans Adriatic Pipeline (TAP), the European leg of the Southern Gas Corridor (SGC), is completed and will start delivering Azerbaijani gas...
This lowest-ever price on Sennheiser Momentum wireless earphones makes them a perfect Christmas gift
The Sennheiser Momentum Free earphones are back at their Black Friday pricing, until December 22.
Plastics NZ to ‘Make Best Practice Standard Practice'
Plastics NZ Endorses Plan to ‘Make Best Practice Standard Practice’
Apple reveals new Mac Pro (2019) and Pro Display XDR release date as December 10
Via an email to interested users, Apple has confirmed that its latest premium hardware devices will launch in the coming days.
Best Budget Laptop Deals: Christmas Deals Under £300
If you're looking for an amazing deal on a laptop, you're in the right place. We've rounded up 15 cheap laptops under £300, including Windows laptops and Chromebooks.
From avocados to Instagram: the decade in food
The 2010s brought seismic change to the UK’s culinary landscape says critic and restaurateur Tim Hayward
GALLERY: Aston Martin DBX SUV at St Athan factory
As you've probably read by now, Aston Martin has opened its doors to its new factory in St Athan, Wales, and yours truly was there to provide you with
How a Risky Court Decision Can Give China the Lead in 5G Technology
In spite of the lingering trade discrepancy in advanced technology products, the United States stays as the worldwide trendsetter for telecommunications and networking. U.S. firms are presently battling against Chinese state-influenced companies such as Huawei, for one, that will identify if the American dominance continues into this 5G technology generation.
The Mac Pro will be available to order tomorrow
An email reportedly sent out to interested customers states that both the new Mac Pro and the Pro Display XDR will be available to order from December 10.
Cadillac will help you shop for cars in a live virtual showroom
But you're still forced to go through a dealership when you want to buy.
Breaking: Over 100m Nigerians earn less than N700 per day — EFInA
A survey report by EFInA has shown that over 100 million Nigerians earn less than N700 per day which limits them to save, make income or take risks on...
Minecraft Bedrock Edition out this week with PS4 crossplay
It looks like Sony has finally given in when it comes to crossplay on Minecraft, with a new Bedrock Edition coming to PS4 this week.
10 things in tech you need to know today
Elon Musk won the defamation trial over his 'pedo guy' tweet and TikTok's chief is headed to Washington this week.
Satoshi Nakaboto: ‘Ermahgerd, there’s a Bitcoin node in the International Space Station now’
Our robot colleague Satoshi Nakaboto writes about Bitcoin BTC every fucking day.
QCB set to announce FinTech strategy
Qatar Central Bank (QCB) Governor H E Sheikh Abdulla bin Saoud Al Thani said yesterday that the central bank is working on the banking industry’s financial technology (FinTech) strategy, in cooperation with leading financial institutions and financial technology companies. The strategy, where the central bank would contribute to creating a modern regulatory environment that supports innovation and market stability, will be announced soon, he said.
OPPO Enco Q1 Wireless Noise-Cancelling Earphones Review — Accurate Marketing
The OPPO Enco Q1 wireless earphones feature a neckband design, but also boast of active noise cancellation (ANC). Are they worth the marketing hype?
Upcoming Galaxy A51 will get quarterly security updates
Even though the Galaxy A51 is yet to go official, Samsung has listed the device in its Android security update bulletin and scheduled it for quarterly security updates. Yes, the Galaxy A51, despite be
The old Switch switcheroo – Amazon sends tambourines and toothbrushes to Switch shoppers
Amazon is sending toothbrushes and tambourines to confused Nintendo Switch buyers. Customers have received a wide range of weird stuff in place of a Switch
ISPA challenges proposed blocking of adult Web content in SA
The body says proposals to block all adult Web content will not protect children.
Dart text alert system receives 145 messages in three months
Fireworks being set off on trains, passengers drinking and taking drugs, and people urinating on platforms are some of the issues raised with Dart security staff.
Body armour for specialist Police vehicles
New Zealand Police has taken delivery of three Armoured Special Purpose Vehicles. The vehicles are unmarked and look like standard Toyota Land cruisers.
N. Korea believed to test new rocket engine to provoke US
While no rocket or weapons launch from North Korea was detected over the weekend, many foreign experts speculate that North Korea tested a new high-thrust engine, which is needed to launch bigger, more powerful rockets.
Vivo V17 with 48MP quad camera, punch-hole display launched: Price, specifications
Vivo V17 with a 48MP quad-camera and a 32MP selfie punch-hole camera has just been announced for the Indian market. Vivo V17 is a more affordable take of its Pro variant that launched earlier.
IIT-Madras placements: 184 firms offer 831 jobs
The top recruiters during 2019-20 include Micron Technology India Operations with 31 offers ; Intel (20); Microsoft India (19) and Tata Consultancy Services (16).
Nigeria set to open extractive industry ownership register -- Here's how it will work
This week, Nigeria will launch the Beneficial Ownership Register in the extractive industries in line with the global EITI standards.
Redmi K30 Shown In Real-Life Images Prior To Launch
Redmi has been releasing quite a few teasers for the Redmi K30, and the phone has just surfaced in real-life images. If you take a look at the gallery
SA’s planned online porn block met with stiff resistance
The Internet Service Providers’ Association has criticised a proposal by the Law Reform Commission to require ISPs to block adult Web content, saying similar efforts have not worked elsewhere in the world.
Auto sector is in transition phase, no threat of job losses: Govt in RS
Union Heavy Industries Minister Prakash Javadekar said no closure of any automobile or ancillary manufacturing units has been reported in the past three years
Mercedes EQA Spied With Production Body And Lights
The EV high-riding model will ride on the MFA II platform, which will be shared with the combustion-powered GLA.
From avocados to Instagram: the decade in food
The 2010s brought seismic change to the UK’s culinary landscape says critic and restaurateur Tim Hayward
China says it will continue ‘training’ Xinjiang people
China on Monday defended its vast network of re-education camps in Xinjiang and said it would continue “training” residents, following explosive government document leaks detailing surveillance and control of the region’s Uighur population. Rights groups estimate more than a million Uighurs and other mostly Muslim minorities are held in the facilities, which reports describe as …
Uber driver caught watching porn on the Motorway by police
The driver was caught on the hard shoulder
Tinkoff preps super-app
Russia's Tinkoff is beta-testing a new super-app, combining traditional banking services with lifestyle and leisure features and a marketplace for third party API-based in-app options.
Microsoft to finally shut down to-do list app Wunderlist on May 6, 2020
Microsoft has for years promised it would eventually shut down to-do list app Wunderlist, which it acquired in 2015, in favor of its own app, To Do — after it felt the latter was able to offer a competitive experience that included Wunderlist’s best features. Today, Microsoft is finally announcing a shut-down date for Wunderlist […]
In the works: PNP-HPG Major Road Crash Investigation Division
THE Philippine National Police Highway Patrol Group (PNP-HPG) is on its way to activate its Major Road Crash Investigation Division which will investigate deadly vehicular accidents across the country and recommend scientific measures to prevent them from happening again and again, the Journal Group learned yesterday.
Why SamsClub.com CEO Says It’s A $60B Tech Start-Up
Sam's Club is most commonly thought of as a wholesale membership retail experience, but Sam's Club's says it more resembles a tech start-up that a retailer.
Google's Finally Ditching Support for Its Explorer Edition of Glass
Google Glass will soon receive the final nail in its coffin – as a consumer-marketed product, that is. The company announced this week it’s rolling out one final update to its Glass Explorer Edition. But don’t worry: The wearable’s more industry-focused yet still equally dorky-looking brethren, the Enterprise Edition, will continue receiving support. And so the Google Glass brand lives on. Praise be.
These are the African countries with the best 4G internet coverage
Every year, the Global Connectivity Index (GCI) by Huawei ranks 79 nations along an S-curve graph. The S-curve groups countries into three clusters: Starters, Adopters, and Frontrunners based on ICT investment, ICT maturity, and digital economic performance. This year’s GCI research methodology has been expanded to help policymakers understand AI’s growing influence on the global...
Tata Altroz review, test drive
The Altroz is Tata Motors'''' answer to the Maruti Baleno, Hyundai i20 and Honda Jazz. Click here for the full Autocar India Altroz review.
Why Won't Steam Approve These Games Supporting Hong Kong Protestors?
Last year Valve proclaimed that it would allow virtually any game on its Steam service, so long as the game wasn’t illegal or “straight up trolling”—but activist-minded developers who have made games about the Hong Kong protests have realised that, perhaps, there are other ways to get barred from the gaming...
Just weeks until WhatsApp will stop working on these phone models
If your model is on the list, which includes iPhone, Android and Nokia devices, you're being urged to change phones if you'd like to keep WhatsApp
TikTok settles child data class-action one day after lawsuit was filed
Firm didn't leave the clock tik-tocking
Get started with Collections in Microsoft Edge
We’re excited to announce that Collections is now enabled by default for all Microsoft Edge Insiders in the Canary and Dev channels (build 80.0.338.0 or later). Following our initial preview behind a feature flag two months ago, we have been adding in new features and functionality. For those who enabled the feature flag – thank […]
Doha Declaration to promote rights of 1.5 billion people with disabilities worldwide
Qatar Foundation for Social Work (QFSW) launched the ‘Doha Declaration’ at the closing ceremony of the Doha International Conference on Disability and Development (DICDD) yesterday. The two-day conference, which has attracted over 1,500 policy-makers and practitioners, took place at the Qatar National Convention Center under the theme: “Leaving No One Behind”.
Subscription Services Top Santa’s 2020 Gift List
Recurly discusses the newer trend, reflected in Cyber Monday data, among consumers to give the gift of subscription services during the holiday season.
PlayStation 5 Pro could launch in 2023, Sony executive hints
A new report by LetsGoDigital suggests that Sony is already working on the PlayStation 5 Pro, and that it could launch three years after the PlayStation 5
PS6 due in 2026 says Sony, PS5 Pro in three to four years
Get your pre-orders ready because the PS6 could be out as early as 2026, with a PS5 Pro model perhaps as early as 2023.
How Buhari encouraged Egyptian revolutionary protest in 2011 ― Falana
Mr. Femi Falana, SAN, has revealed that President Muhammadu Buhari had 2011 urged Nigerians to emulate and be prepared for a revolution
Yuletide Social Assistance Program to be established for barangay execs, workers
In appreciation of their hard work in providing frontline government services, President Duterte has called for the establishment of a “Yuletide Social Assistance Program” for barangay officials and workers this year.
Anthill Ventures, Rana Daggubati launch scale up platform for startups
The startups might receive investments to the tune of $1,00,000 upfront and up to $1 m upon programme completion
WhatsApp ending support for millions of phones later this month
If you're not using a Windows Phone, you'll probably be alright
Sangamo steps up BioMarin chase with haemophilia gene therapy data
Sangamo has been playing catch-up with BioMarin in the race to develop a gene therapy for haemophilia A, but new data reported at the ASH 2019 congress suggest Pfizer-partnered SB-525 could gain ground.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno, Ciaz, Ignis, S-Cross: Offers up to Rs 1.13 lakh in December 2019
Maruti Suzuki India is offering benefits up to Rs 1.13 lakh on Baleno, Ciaz, Ignis and S-Cross.
President Buhari and the rule of law
Eze Onyekpere This is 20 years of Nigeria’s experiment with civil rule which aspires to be a full-blown democracy. The current dispensation is founded on the Constitution of the Federal Republic o...
The Elder Scrolls Legends Development Officially Halted by Bethesda
The Elder Scrolls Legends, the free-to-play collectible card game, has had its development officially halted by Bethesda.
Labantwana Ama Uber: Check Out Akpeyi’s Uber Ride
While he has been thrust into the spotlight since joining Kaizer Chiefs, Daniel Akpeyi lives a quiet life away from the field. This could not be more evident than with his choice of car. Check it out.
NEW DATA: Behind The Consumer’s Surging Interest In Mobile Card Apps
The Bridging The Gap: Mobile Card App Adoption Report examines how consumers are turning to smartphone apps and features to track and manage their account use.
Myaree customers safe from wheel clamp threat after company's contract pulled
Customers and patrons parking outside a group of shops in Myaree won't have their wheels clamped, according to a local property and business owner.