Shares In Banking Giants BNP, ING Fall Despite Hefty Profits
Shares in European banking giants BNP Paribas and ING tumbled on Thursday as disappointing fourth-quarter results took the shine off bumper annual profits.
Urban Exodus vs. Urban Oasis: the Post Pandemic's Mixed Picture of City Life
The pandemic has sparked a global change in urban living, from sprawling suburbs to gated green havens. While Westerners escape the city centre, some Asians refuse to sacrifice the convenience of urban life. They have the foundation for this choice, as mega-complexes of thousands of hectares, like Vietnam's Ocean City, are taking root in the heart of bustling cities, aspiring to fulfill every resident's need.
Femicide in Kenya: Alarming Rates of Gender-Based Violence Raise Concerns Over Women's Safety
Since the commencement of the year, one in four women has lost their lives to violence, prompting allegations of governmental inaction.
Shifting to Sustainable Global Food Systems Could Create £7.9tn Trillion a Year, Research Shows
Food insecurity places a strain on medical systems, with the study anticipating that by 2050, 640 million people will be underweight, highlighting the compelling financial incentives that come hand in hand with adopting more eco-friendly agricultural practices.
Netflix Adds Generative AI To Competitive Risk Factors In Its Annual Report
In its annual report, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on Friday, Netflix added generative AI to its list of risk factors, a section required under SEC rules.
UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Announces Plans To Ban Disposable Vapes To Reduce Smoking Amongst Children
The prime minister is also expected to crack down on marketing laws, restricting vape flavours and limiting coloured packaging intended to appeal to children.
Artificial Intelligence May Help ADHD Diagnosis, Research Shows
The researchers said they discovered important differences in certain brain structures called white matter tracts in people with ADHD.
Samsung Chair Calls Galaxy Phones More Disappointing Than iPhones, Urges AI Focus
While Chairman Lee insisted on providing services users need, it is unclear why he thinks iPhones are better than their Galaxy phones.
European Union Reports Drastic Reduction In Fossil Fuel Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Lowest In 60 Years
In 2023, the European Union emitted eight per cent less carbon dioxide from its fossil fuel consumption compared to 2022.
Scientists Name Everyday Products That Are Putting Women At Risk Of Breast Cancer
A team of researchers have named almost 1000 chemicals, found in food and beauty products, that increase the risk of breast cancer.
Elon Musk Calls Himself 'Aspirationally Jewish' After Visit To Auschwitz
The visit comes months after he backed an antisemitic tweet on X.
UK Government's Conflict, Stability and Security Fund (CSSF) Bolsters Global Security with Record Investments
The CSSF, led by the Cabinet Office, addresses threats to UK national security emanating from overseas, focusing on conflict, transnational threats and hostile state activities.
Computacenter Secures £150 Million Contract to Revolutionise Defence Ministry's Fight Against Cyberattacks
The comprehensive deal covers over 220,000 devices used by MOD personnel globally, with the primary goal of improving performance standards and access speed across laptops, desktops, peripherals and software applications.
UK Wage Growth Continues To Slow And Threaten Labour Market
The Office For National Statistics reports that the annual rate of growth in earnings, including annual bonuses, has slowed to 6.5 per cent.
The NHS Staffing Crisis: Bill for Temporary Workers Surpasses £10 Billion Annually
Recent figures indicate that the annual bill for hiring such personnel has skyrocketed to over £10 billion, raising concerns and calls for immediate action from ministers.
Widening Wealth Gap: World's First Trillionaire Predicted in a Decade as the Poor Gets Poorer
The world's billionaires have collectively become £2.6 trillion richer since 2020, growing their wealth at a rate three times faster than inflation.
UK Housing Market Set for 3% Rise in 2024 Amidst Economic Resilience
Anticipation of interest rate cuts by the Bank of England has injected newfound optimism into the property sector.
Elon Musk Calls Mark Zuckerberg A 'Charmer' On Post About Facebook's Early Days
As the gap between rich and poor continues to increase, Oxfam predicts the world will crown its first trillionaire within a decade.
Banking Watchdog Issues AI Warning As World Leaders Gather In Davos
Although the conference in Davos maintains a focus on the economy, AI is likely to play a big role in the discussions.
The Development Of Artificial Intelligence Is Threatening 40% Of Jobs Worldwide
As world leaders discuss new AI regulation laws, an investigation found that the technology is set to affect almost half of the industries on a global scale.
Australian Watchdog Slams Elon Musk-Owned X (Twitter) For Axing Safety Team
Twitter's Trust and Safety Council, which was disbanded in December 2022, hasn't yet been replaced with another advisory body to ensure the safety of users.
IMF Chief Says AI Holds Risks, 'Tremendous Opportunity' For Global Economy
Artificial intelligence poses risks to job security around the world but also offers a "tremendous opportunity" to boost flagging productivity levels and fuel global growth, the IMF chief told AFP.
Amazon Launches Trio Of Generative AI Tools For Alexa As AI Dominates This Year's CES Gathering
Last year, Amazon announced it had begun working with developers on large language model (LLM) software for its Alexa, becoming the latest major tech company to invest in generative AI.
Government Spent £27,000 On Alcohol During Covid-19 Pandemic: Report
The report was published on Thursday after repeated delays.
World Added 50% More Renewable Energy But More Needed: IEA
The world added 50 percent more renewable energy capacity in 2023 over the previous year but more is needed in the battle against climate change, the International Energy Agency said Thursday.
AI-Powered Misinformation Is The World's Biggest Short-Term Threat, Claims New Report
With 2024 being dubbed by many as "the year of elections", their Global Risks Report expressed fears that a wave of artificial intelligence-driven misinformation and disinformation could influence democratic processes and polarise society.
Stock Markets Hesitant Ahead Of Inflation Data, Earnings
Global stock markets drifted on Wednesday, the eve of the release of key US inflation data and the start of the latest earnings season.
World Economic Forum Warns of AI-Driven Misinformation Threatening Global Stability and Elections
The WEF's annual risks report, based on insights from 1,400 experts, has unveiled a chilling reality, stating that 30 per cent of respondents foresee a high probability of a global catastrophe within the next two years.
Oil Prices Slump But Stock Markets Mostly Higher
Oil prices on Monday slumped following a sharp price cut by Saudi Aramco while Wall Street stocks rocketed higher, rebounding after a sluggish start to 2024.
Reported £19 Billion Surge in Mortgage Costs as Fixed-Rate Deals Near-Expiry
Around 1.5 million households are anticipated to have increased mortgage costs due to the housing crisis as the period of fixed-rate deals is ending.