The Philippines has a rich history of weaving that dates back thousands of years. Weaving was a crucial part of the country’s pre-colonial culture and was used to create everything from clothing and textiles to baskets and other household items. The earliest known evidence of weaving in the Philippines comes from the archaeological site of […]
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Saudi Arabia takes step to join China-led security bloc
Saudi Arabia’s cabinet approved a decision to join a China-led security bloc, strengthening Riyadh’s eastern ties further away from U.S. interests. Saudi Arabia takes steps to join China-led security bloc. The state-owned Saudi Press Agency said that in a session presided by King Salman bin Abdulaziz, the Saudi cabinet on Tuesday approved a memorandum awarding […]
Has AI achieved human level consciousness?
Artificial intelligence (AI) has made tremendous advancements over the past few decades, particularly in the areas of machine learning and natural language processing. However, despite these breakthroughs, there is still a debate over whether AI has achieved human-level consciousness. Consciousness is a complex phenomenon that is difficult to define and measure. It encompasses various mental […]
Alibaba shares jump after breakup plan announced
Shares of Chinese technology giant Alibaba have jumped after it announced a plan to break up the company. The firm says five of the six units created by the move will explore raising fresh funding and initial public offering (IPO) options. Alibaba shares gained more than 14% in New York on Tuesday and were more […]
Mexican President said migrants had set mattresses ablaze
At least 38 people have died at a migrant processing centre in Mexico in a fire that officials say started during a protest against deportations. Meanwhile, the Mexican President says that the migrants set mattresses ablaze. Many of the victims had traveled from Central and South America trying to get to the US. The blaze […]
Fossil hunters uncover ancient Australian wombat
Researchers in Australia have uncovered evidence of a previously unknown ancient marsupial that roamed the continent some 25 million years ago. Fossil hunters uncover ancient Australian wombat. Described as a cross between a wombat and a marsupial lion, the beast named Mukupirna fortidentata is thought to have weighed up to 50kg (110lb). Skull, bone, and […]
Dollar slips as banking sector fear ebb
The U.S. dollar fell against a basket of currencies for a second straight day on Tuesday as easing worries about a banking crisis revived investors’ appetite for riskier currencies. Investors took solace from First Citizens BancShares’ agreement to buy all of the failed lender Silicon Valley Bank’s deposits and loans and the fact that no […]
Apple launches its Pay Later service
Apple on Tuesday introduced Apple Pay Later, which will allow users to split purchases into four payments spread over the course of six weeks. Pay Later service Apple will allow users to manage, track and repay their loans in their Apple Wallet, the company said in a release Tuesday. Individuals can apply for Apple Pay […]
U.S, Japan signs electric vehicle battery minerals deal
The United States and Japan on Tuesday announced a trade deal on electric vehicle battery minerals that is key to strengthening their battery supply chains and granting Japanese automakers wider access to the new $7,500 US EV tax credit. The swiftly negotiated agreement prohibits the two countries from enacting bilateral export restrictions on the minerals […]
Girls’ education activist Matiullah Wesa arrested by Taliban
A prominent Afghan Girls’ education activist Matiullah Wesa has been arrested by the Taliban. Girls’ education activist Matiullah Wesa, 30, who has traveled to remote parts of the country trying to improve access to education for all children, has often received threats. The Taliban have not revealed yet why Mr. Wesa was taken into custody. […]