Crew of Zuckerberg yacht did not hear radio call to assist boat, Meta says

Crew of Zuckerberg yacht did not hear radio call to assist boat, Meta says

The Guardian •

Small skiff ran out of fuel off Alaska and was helped by cruise ship even though Meta CEO’s vessel was closerZuckerberg faces questions over why superyacht reportedly declined to help stranded boatThe crew of a yacht owned by Mark Zuckerberg did not hear a radio call for a maritime assist from a small skiff that ran out of fuel off the coast of Alaska, and by the time it did, another nearby ship h...

Drought expected to be declared in more parts of England ahead of possible 36C heat

Drought expected to be declared in more parts of England ahead of possible 36C heat

The Guardian •

North-west could join other parts of country in drought, and amber heat health alerts issued for much of EnglandDrought is expected to be declared in more areas of England as the UK braces for its fifth heatwave of the summer.The National Drought Group, whose members include the government, water companies, the National Farmers’ Union, the Met Office and conservation experts, will meet on Monday t...

Drought set to be declared in more parts of England ahead of possible 36C heat

Drought set to be declared in more parts of England ahead of possible 36C heat

The Guardian •

North-west could join other parts of country in drought, and amber heat health alerts issued for much of EnglandDrought is expected to be declared in more areas of England as the UK braces for its fifth heatwave of the summer.The National Drought Group, whose members include the government, water companies, the National Farmers’ Union, the Met Office and conservation experts, will meet on Monday t...

China challenges Western ‘tribute system’ theory in push to control its narrative power

China challenges Western ‘tribute system’ theory in push to control its narrative power

SCMP •

Beijing is stepping up efforts to challenge the Western concept of the “tribute system”, arguing that foreign frameworks distort ancient Chinese diplomacy and misrepresent the country’s contemporary global rise. China is redoubling efforts to define its own practices, experiences and ideas through original, home-grown social science language rather than through what it says are Western conceptual ...

US does its robotics industry no favours by fencing it off from China

US does its robotics industry no favours by fencing it off from China

SCMP •

Concession speeches follow a formula: the vocabulary of defiance, thanks to the faithful, a promise that the fight goes on. Last month, Brendan Carr, chairman of the US Federal Communications Commission (FCC), essentially delivered one on behalf of American robotics. Acting on findings from a White House task force, Carr added new foreign-made humanoid robots, quadrupeds and power inverters to the...

Quote of the day by Marcus Aurelius: 'What stands in the way becomes the way'

Quote of the day by Marcus Aurelius: 'What stands in the way becomes the way'

Times of India •

Life's significant turning points often appear as problems and challenges. Dealing with difficulties can fundamentally alter a person's life direction. Stoic philosophy emphasizes responding constructively to unavoidable circumstances. Historical figures like Abraham Lincoln and Stephen Hawking exemplify this resilience. The obstacle itself can become an integral part of the journey.

Another heatwave hits Europe as drought and fires worsen

Another heatwave hits Europe as drought and fires worsen

France 24 •

Europe is bracing for another wave of extreme heat, with temperatures forecast to reach the mid-30s Celsius in parts of Britain and France and spread across much of the continent. The latest heatwave comes after record-breaking temperatures, worsening drought, major wildfires and thousands of excess deaths, while dangerously low river levels threaten water supplies.

Another heat blast hits Europe as drought, fires and record-low rivers worsen

Another heat blast hits Europe as drought, fires and record-low rivers worsen

France 24 •

Europe is bracing for another wave of extreme heat, with temperatures forecast to reach the mid-30s Celsius in parts of Britain and France and spread across much of the continent. The latest heatwave comes after record-breaking temperatures, worsening drought, major wildfires and thousands of excess deaths, while dangerously low river levels threaten water supplies.

Europe braces for another summer heatwave

Europe braces for another summer heatwave

France 24 •

Much of Europe is bracing for yet another heatwave following periods of scorching temperatures that have driven rivers to record lows, ignited historic forest fires and contributed to thousands of deaths.

An 86-year-old geisha is turning to AI to protect Japan's falling geisha population

An 86-year-old geisha is turning to AI to protect Japan's falling geisha population

Times of India •

In a remarkable fusion of tradition and innovation, Japan's oldest geisha, Ikuko, incorporates hologram technology to safeguard her art. By utilizing AI, she is able to stage performances as younger versions of herself amid a concerning decline in geisha numbers in Tokyo. Embracing social media for recruitment, Ikuko pushes for collaborative performances and seeks governmental backing to rejuvenat...

Octopus Energy urges millions of households to use less electricity during solar eclipse

Octopus Energy urges millions of households to use less electricity during solar eclipse

The Guardian •

Firm urges customers to avoid running washing machines and dishwashers between 6pm and 8pm on WednesdayWhere in the UK will get the best view of the solar eclipse?Business live – latest updatesGreat Britain’s biggest household energy supplier is calling on its customers to use less electricity this week during the deepest solar eclipse in almost 30 years.Octopus Energy has urged customers to avoid...

Russia says 13 killed in Ukraine drone attack on oil-refining city 900km from Moscow

Russia says 13 killed in Ukraine drone attack on oil-refining city 900km from Moscow

SCMP •

At least 13 people were killed, including a child, and 39 injured in a Ukrainian drone attack on industrial and ‌civilian targets in the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk, authorities said on Monday, one of the heaviest civilian tolls in the country in months. The city is a major oil-refining and petrochemical centre in the Tatarstan republic, according to local officials. Its refining and petrochemical...

Russia says 13 killed in Ukraine drone attack on oil-refining area 900km from Moscow

Russia says 13 killed in Ukraine drone attack on oil-refining area 900km from Moscow

SCMP •

At least 13 people were killed, including a child, and 39 injured in a Ukrainian drone attack on industrial and ‌civilian targets in the Russian city of Nizhnekamsk, authorities said on Monday, one of the heaviest civilian tolls in the country in months. The city is a major oil-refining and petrochemical centre in the Tatarstan republic, according to local officials. Its refining and petrochemical...

Ukraine confirms strikes on oil refinery in Russia’s Tatarstan – Europe live

Ukraine confirms strikes on oil refinery in Russia’s Tatarstan – Europe live

The Guardian •

Volodymyr Zelenskyy says that strikes on such facilities were directly linked with putting more pressure on MoscowA fire ⁠broke ⁠out ​at an ⁠industrial facility in ⁠Russia’s ​Tyumen ‌region ‌in Siberia ‌after several drones fell on it, ‌Tyumen region ​governor Alexander Moor ⁠said ​on his Telegram ​channel.This is reported by Reuters. Continue reading...