For the first time since 2003, the Ballon d’Or shortlist does not include Lionel Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo. Messi, an eight-time winner and the 2023 recipient, and Ronaldo, a five-time winner, are absent from the list of nominees. With previous winners Karim Benzema and Luka Modric also not cutting, the award is set to crown a first-time winner. The Ballon d’Or, voted on by a jury of journalists from the top 100 countries in the FIFA men’s world ranking, will be awarded on October 28 in Paris. Among the nominees are Manchester United’s Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho, who are…
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A Japanese father and bodybuilder, Daisuke Hori, 40, asserts that he has mastered the art of extreme time management, claiming to have doubled his life expectancy by sleeping just 30 minutes each night for the past 12 years. Hori, who resides in Hyogo prefecture near Osaka, has trained his body and mind to function normally on minimal sleep, staying active and relying on caffeine to remain alert during his 23.5-hour days. Hori, an entrepreneur and recent competitor in the “Best Body Japan” competition, began reducing his sleep over a decade ago to gain more productive hours each day. His approach…
China’s Guo Lingling made a stunning debut at the Paris Paralympics, smashing the world record twice to claim her first gold medal in the women’s up to 45kg powerlifting event at the Porte de La Chapelle Arena. As the world record holder in both the 41kg and 45kg categories, Lingling lived up to expectations. She started by breaking the Paralympic record with a 113kg lift, then surpassed the world record twice with lifts of 122kg and 123kg, securing her victory in style. Say cheeeeese! đđ¸đ¨đł China's Guo Lingling celebrates after winning the gold medal of the women's up to 45…
Artificial intelligence continues to advance at an increasing rate. In motion, different industries feel the changing face. Moving further into 2024, several game-changing innovations set the pace for what will be the future of AI. This year has seen remarkable improvements in AI models that promise to reshape industries, streamline processes, and create new opportunities. Now, let’s look at the top five AI innovations that place them right in the news this year. Generative AI: For a New Wave in Creativity Among all the latest talks, one innovation that has created quite the buzz in 2024 is generative AI. What…
Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by SpaceX, has announced it will block the social network X in Brazil to maintain its operations without risking its license. Elon Musk owns both companies. The decision follows a Brazilian Supreme Court order that blocked X in the country after it defied court orders and failed to pay fines. X had refused to suspend accounts posting content deemed harmful to democratic institutions in Brazil, which is preparing for municipal elections in October. The Supreme Courtâs orders also froze Starlinkâs financial assets in Brazil to ensure X would pay its penalties. The courtâs top…
A former top aide to New York Governor Kathy Hochul, Linda Sun, has been arrested on federal charges of secretly acting as an agent for the Chinese government. Authorities allege that Sun, 41, exploited her high-ranking state government roles to advance the interests of the Chinese government and the Chinese Communist Party, receiving millions of dollars in return. Her husband, Chris Hu, 40, was also arrested for his involvement in the scheme. Sun faces charges including violating the Foreign Agents Registration Act, visa fraud, alien smuggling, and money laundering, while Hu is charged with money laundering conspiracy, conspiracy to commit…
Poland has announced new military agreements worth $520 million as part of its ongoing effort to strengthen its defense capabilities. Defense Minister Wladyslaw Kosiniak-Kamysz revealed the deals on Tuesday during an international military trade fair in Kielce, a southern city that hosted hundreds of exhibitors and experts from nations such as Australia, Britain, and the United States. The Polish government is set to sign contracts valued at nearly two billion zloty, including a significant 1.1 billion zloty deal with a Spanish company for surveillance systems around airports. Additionally, Poland finalized three other agreements focused on military logistics and communications. Poland,…
Uganda’s opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi aka Bobi Wine was Tuesday rushed to Nsambya Hospital after he was shot and injured during clashes with security officers in metro Kampala. Television footage showed a bleeding Bobi Wine wheeled into the hospital with an injury on his left lower leg, following a Tuesday evening scuffle in Bulindo Town, Kira Municipality, Wakiso District. Eyewitnesses disclosed that violent confrontation erupted as police sought to disperse growing crowds as the former presidential candidate returned from the municipality, where he had attended a thanksgiving at the invitation of his opposition National Unity Platform (NUP) party lawyer George…
The landscape of Vancouver’s urban area is constantly evolving. Over the years, as it continues to grow, businesses and individuals are more than ever motivated to invest in the security of their property. In fact, since the start of 2021, there have been over 150,000 reports of fraud to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre, and criminals took away some $600 million. These statistics are alarming because they clearly signal that in our modern world, one should invest in reliable security services. This is where Securiway comes inâ the best Vancouver security company, offering world-class service in a manner that keeps you…
A beluga whale, believed to have been trained as a spy by Russia, has been found dead off the Norwegian coast. The whale, nicknamed Hvaldimir, was discovered floating near the town of Risavika and has been taken to a nearby port for examination. Hvaldimir first gained attention five years ago when he was spotted in Norwegian waters with a GoPro camera attached to a harness labeled “Equipment of St Petersburg.” This sparked speculation that the whale had been trained as a spy by Russia, though Moscow never responded to the allegations. đ¨BELUGA WHALE SUSPECTED OF SPYING FOR RUSSIA FOUND DEAD…
The UK has suspended a portion of its arms sales to Israel, citing a “clear risk” that the equipment could be used to commit serious violations of international law. Foreign Secretary David Lammy announced that 30 out of 350 arms export licenses to Israel would be suspended, impacting parts for fighter jets, helicopters, and drones. While reiterating the UK’s support for Israel’s right to self-defense, Lammy clarified that this move does not amount to a full arms embargo. BREAKING: Foreign secretary David Lammy has announced the UK will halt some arms sales to Israel.âĄď¸ https://t.co/5yJERprJZKđş Sky 501, Virgin 602, Freeview…
The Venezuelan government has accused the United States of “piracy” for the alleged illegal seizure of a $13 million aircraft used by President NicolĂĄs Maduro. According to a statement from Venezuela’s Foreign Ministry, the U.S. confiscated the Dassault Falcon 900EX plane in the Dominican Republic and transported it to Florida, citing unilateral sanctions as the basis for its actions. Venezuela condemned the seizure as a “repeated criminal practice” by U.S. authorities and warned that it reserves the right to pursue legal action to address the damage. The Venezuelan government asserted that this move is part of an “escalation of actions”…
Venezuela has issued an arrest warrant for Presidential candidate Edmundo GonzĂĄlez Urrutia, marking a significant escalation in the countryâs political turmoil. The warrant, dated September 2, 2024, accuses GonzĂĄlez of serious offences including usurpation of functions, forgery, conspiracy, and sabotage. This aggressive move by the Maduro administration casts a shadow over the recent elections and is likely to spark international controversy. The legitimacy of both the election results and the arrest order will be scrutinized, potentially leading to diplomatic tensions, especially with nations like the U.S., which have shown support for GonzĂĄlez. Nicolas Maduro just issued an arrest warrant for…
The intersection of technology and art has always been a fertile ground for innovation, and nowhere is this more apparent than in the field of music production. The advent of AI music generators marks a significant milestone in this ongoing evolution, offering musicians, producers, and composers a new set of tools to explore and expand their creative potential. These AI-driven tools are not just automating processes; they are actively reshaping how music is conceptualized, produced, and distributed. As we delve deeper into the mechanics and implications of AI music generators, we uncover a landscape where creativity is amplified, workflows are…
The United States has seized an airplane belonging to Venezuelan President NicolĂĄs Maduro, citing violations of US sanctions and other criminal issues. The aircraft, a Dassault Falcon 900 valued at approximately $13 million, was flown to Florida on Monday. đ¨BREAKING: U.S. SNAGS MADURO'S PLANE – CLAIMS SANCTIONSIn a rare move, the U.S. has seized Venezuelan President Maduroâs plane in the Dominican Republic, citing sanctions violations.Maduro was not on board, but this bold act of confiscating a foreign head of stateâs aircraft⌠pic.twitter.com/ReBHhZJTeA— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) September 2, 2024 The plane, often described as Venezuelaâs equivalent to Air Force One, had…