Meta is shifting some of its investments in the metaverse to AI glasses and wearables, hoping to capitalise on the “momentum” in that segment, a company spokesperson has said. Over recent years, Meta has poured billions of dollars to build the metaverse, which lets people to interact in a virtual reality. However, the tech giant has struggled to convince investors of the viability of the nascent technology. Bloomberg first reported on Thursday that Meta would cut its metaverse investment by as much as 30%. Its shares climbed more than 3.4% following the news. The strategic shift to the Metaverse was…
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The EU has fined Elon Musk’s social media platform X €120m (£105m) over its blue tick badges – prompting an angry reaction from the US. The European Commission said by allowing people to pay for a blue verified check mark on their profile, the platform “deceives users” because the firm is not “meaningfully verifying” who is behind the account. “This deception exposes users to scams, including impersonation frauds, as well as other forms of manipulation by malicious actors,” it said. But US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) have criticised the EU regulator, accusing it…
A US panel of vaccine advisers has voted to end a longstanding recommendation for vaccinations against the hepatitis B virus (HBV) right after birth. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (Acip) voted 8-3 to back “individual-based decision-making” on whether to vaccinate babies born to mothers who have tested negative for the liver infection. In June, Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr, a vaccine sceptic, fired all the members of the Acip and replaced them with others who are critical of vaccines. The US has vaccinated newborns against hepatitis B since 1991, and data suggests that since then, the shots have…
President Donald Trump’s administration has warned that Europe faces “civilisational erasure” and questioned whether certain nations can remain reliable allies, in a new strategy document that puts a particular focus on the continent. The 33-page National Security Strategy sees the US leader outline his vision for the world and how he will wield US military and economic power to work towards it. Trump described the document as a “roadmap” to ensure America remains “the greatest and most successful nation in human history”. European politicians have begun to react, with Germany’s Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul saying his country did not need…
In recent years, everyday jewelry has taken on a new meaning. What was once saved for special occasions is now part of daily expression, with more people leaning toward long-lasting, investment-grade pieces instead of disposable accessories. This shift has led many shoppers to explore high-purity options like the 24k gold band, a piece traditionally associated with weddings but increasingly worn as a daily staple. The appeal is clear: premium gold offers simplicity, permanence, and an unmistakable warmth that fits seamlessly into modern style ideals. As consumers rethink what “quality” means in their wardrobes, pure gold has resurfaced as a quiet…
Designing a heat room at home, whether it’s a full traditional sauna, an infrared setup, or a compact wellness corner, requires more than simply selecting a structure and plugging it in. The heart of any sauna is the heater, and choosing the right size determines everything from comfort to safety to long-term performance. Many homeowners begin their planning with resources like the sauna heater size chart to understand how heater capacity matches room volume, insulation quality, and intended heat intensity. A heat room can become a daily ritual for relaxation, recovery, and stress relief, but only when the space is…
In recent years, something interesting has been happening beyond the sanctuary: designer churchwear is stepping confidently into mainstream weekend fashion. Polished two-piece suits, elegant dresses, coordinated accessories, and especially refined headpieces, like those found among white church hats for women online, are now influencing how women dress not only for Sunday service but for brunches, charity events, baptisms, and special occasions throughout the weekend. What once belonged solely to church culture has evolved into a broader aesthetic movement built on elegance, confidence, and timeless style. This shift reflects more than fashion preferences, it signals a renewed appreciation for dressing with…
Daily chores have always shaped the rhythm of home life, but in 2025, the way people approach these tasks is changing dramatically. Convenience has become a core value for busy households, especially as work-from-home lifestyles, fuller schedules, and rising urban living costs push people to streamline anything they can. Modern innovations such as Clean People laundry detergent sheets are at the center of this shift, transforming chores that once felt time-consuming into simple, intuitive routines. What used to be tedious is becoming efficient. What used to require planning now fits easily into everyday flow. Convenience products aren’t just “nice to…
Montgomery is the capital city of the state of Alabama in the United States and serves as the seat of Montgomery County. It has many fun and interesting places to visit. You can learn about history at the Legacy Museum and the Rosa Parks Museum. Lots of tourists rush to the city every day. With so much daily movement, car accidents are unfortunately common, and when they happen here, the claims process becomes more complex. Traffic patterns, multiple insurance carriers, and people coming from different parts of the region often turn a simple claim into a tangled situation. Thankfully, a…
A semi-truck crash is frightening, stressful, and overwhelming. The size and force of these trucks can cause major damage, even in what seems like a simple collision. In the middle of all the confusion, it can be hard to think clearly or know what steps to take. This is why it helps to understand what to do ahead of time, especially if you’ve ever wondered what happens when someone is hit by a semi-truck. Knowing what actions to take at the scene can protect your safety, your rights, and your ability to file a strong claim later. Even small decisions…
Prominent Tanzanian activist Mange Kimambi has accused the government of instigating the removal of her social media accounts that she has been using to mobilise Tanzanians against the government. The former fashion model-turned-activist, who is based in the US, is an outspoken critic of President Samia Suluhu Hassan and had nearly three million followers on Instagram. She has been accused of inciting the recent deadly election protests, sparking calls for her arrest. A Meta spokesperson told the BBC that her Instagram accounts had been “removed for violating our recidivism policy”. Tanzania government spokesman Gerson Msigwa told the BBC that she…
The leaders of the Democratic Republic of Congo and Rwanda have signed a peace deal aimed at ending the long-running conflict in the region at a summit hosted by US President Donald Trump in Washington. Ahead of the summit, there was an escalation in fighting in resource-rich eastern DR Congo between government forces and rebels believed to be backed by Rwanda. DR Congo’s army accused its rivals of attempting to “sabotage” the peace process, but the M23 rebels said the army had launched an offensive in breach of a ceasefire. At the start of the year, the M23 seized large…
Kenya and the United States sealed a historic Health Cooperation Framework that President William Ruto says will accelerate the country’s march toward universal health coverage (UHC) and deepen long-standing bilateral health ties. The agreement, signed in Washington, D.C., brings together key pillars of Kenya’s health reform agenda, including the modernization of medical equipment, reliable delivery of health commodities, expansion of the health workforce, and broadening of national health insurance coverage. Under the Framework, the United States will provide USD 1.6 billion over the next five years, funding that will be channelled directly through Kenyan government institutions to enhance transparency, accountability,…
Deputy President Kithure Kindiki has warned bandits terrorizing residents of Meru County that they will face the full force of the government, promising intensified security operations to flush them out. The DP said more specialized security officers and police reservists have been deployed to the area asserting the government’s quest to get rid of banditry and cattle rustling in the region once and for all. “We are going to fix this problem once and for all. We will increase national police reservists and security officers in the area. We will hunt them wherever they are and flush them out,” he…
In the shadowy corridors of deception where ambition meets audacity, one man thought he could outsmart the nation’s security architecture. His game? Forgery. His weapon? Fake authority. His downfall? Our hawk-eyed sleuths who refuse to nictate. He had among others, forged the signature of Head of Public Service Felix Koskei for businesses. Maroa Sammy Maroa, the hoodlum who was nabbed today at Ngoigwa area within Thika West Sub-county, is a man whose creativity was far better suited for fiction novels than government records. Despite being a civil servant employed as an economist at the State Department for Cabinet Affairs, Sammy…