Japanese researchers have made a significant discovery, confirming the presence of microplastics in clouds, potentially influencing climate dynamics in ways that are not yet fully comprehended. Published in the journal Environmental Chemistry Letters, the study involved scientists ascending Mount Fuji and Mount Oyama in Japan to collect mist samples that envelop the peaks. Subsequent advanced […]
A British Airways pilot, Mike Beaton, is facing severe consequences after allegedly engaging in a cocaine-fueled party in Johannesburg, causing a significant delay and ultimately losing his job. Reports suggest that Beaton, who is married and has a child, participated in the party in Johannesburg just hours before he was scheduled to fly a plane […]
Kenya is not at risk of a debt default and has crafted a clear debt repayment schedule with local and international creditors. Treasury Cabinet Secretary Prof. Njuguna Ndung’u told the National Assembly that Kenya’s public debt, which hit Ksh 10.19 trillion by close of June 2023 remains feasible despite worsening global macroeconomic conditions. For every […]
Kansas City Chiefs NFL star Travis Kelce has expressed his admiration for pop sensation Taylor Swift following her appearance at one of his games, which caused a buzz on the internet. Kelce, 33, gave a shout-out to Swift, also 33, during an episode of his podcast. He commended her for her presence at his game, […]
Scientists have achieved a significant breakthrough in the study of antimatter, a mysterious substance believed to have been abundant at the beginning of the Universe. Antimatter is the counterpart of the familiar matter that comprises stars and planets, yet it has become exceptionally rare in the present-day Universe. Both matter and antimatter were produced in […]
A Milimani law Court has allowed officers from the Directorate of Criminal Investigations to hold a suspect for a period of 21 days pending conclusion of investigations into the murder of Nairobi Hospital Financial Director Erick Maigo. The suspect Ann Adhiambo Ouma alias ’’NUT’’ will be held at Kilimani police station awaiting DNA, fingerprint processing and […]
Meta, formerly Facebook, has introduced a lineup of new chatbots for its Messenger service, each featuring distinct “personalities” and specialized knowledge in various subjects, such as holidays or cooking advice. This development marks the latest move in the ongoing chatbot race among tech giants striving to create more accurate and personalized artificial intelligence (AI) experiences. […]
The United Kingdom is still grappling with a nationwide crisis of nature loss, with precious animals and plants facing a continuous decline, according to a new State of Nature report by over 60 conservation organizations, government agencies, and academics. The report, which assessed over 10,000 species including mammals, plants, insects, birds, and amphibians, found that […]
The government has set aside Ksh 1.1 billion this year to compensate victims of the wild-life conflicts, according to Tourism Cabinet Secretary Peninah Malonza. Already, there are 2,600 claims which have not been paid for. Speaking on Wednesday at the University of Embu during the World Tourism Day celebrations, CS Malonza said the government is […]
OpenAI, the Microsoft-backed creator of ChatGPT, has confirmed the chatbot can now browse the internet to provide users with current information. The artificial intelligence-powered system was previously trained only using data up to September 2021. The move means some premium users will be able to ask the chatbot questions about current affairs, and access news. […]
Shares of the embattled Chinese property giant, Evergrande, have been suspended from trading on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. This development comes amidst reports suggesting that the company’s chairman, Hui Ka Yan (also known as Xu Jiayin), has been placed under police surveillance, adding another layer of uncertainty to the already crisis-hit firm. The exact […]
Taiwan has marked a significant milestone in its quest to bolster its defense capabilities by unveiling its first domestically-produced submarine. In a ceremony presided over by President Tsai Ing-wen in the port city of Kaohsiung, the submarine named “Haikun” was launched. This move is seen as a response to increasing concerns about the possibility of […]
