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New York CNN  —  Over the holidays, while most media executives were perhaps looking to get a reprieve from work, Jonah Peretti was online, fully immersed in experimenting with artificial intelligence. The BuzzFeed co-founder and chief executive, who has always raced to test out the latest technologies, was familiar with AI and predictions of how it could one day revolutionize the media industry. In fact, BuzzFeed had dabbled in using it over the years. A version of this article first appeared in the “Reliable Sources” newsletter. Sign up for the daily digest chronicling the evolving media landscape here. But Peretti,…

The Vatican’s envoy to Kinshasa, Archbishop Ettore Balestrero, has told the BBC’s Newsday programme that Pope Francis’ visit to DR Congo is “a dream which is coming true” which has made everyone in the capital “very happy”.Pope Francis will next week visit the country, which is home to the largest Roman Catholic community in Africa. It is more than 37 years since the previous Pope, John Paul II, visited the country – when it was called Zaire.However, the pope arrives at a time when DR Congo is facing escalating conflict in the east of the country as government forces battle…

Emmanuel Armah-Kofi Buah, MP for Ellembelle and incoming Deputy Minority Leader has stressed that the priority of the leadership of the National Democratic Congress (NDC) in Parliament is to unite the party. In his first interview with the media after his nomination as Deputy Minority Leader, Mr. Armah-Kofi Buah said the number one priority of the party at the moment is to unite all and address all the grievances that emanated as a result of the reshuffle. Speaking after a meeting with the Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin at his residence, the Ellembelle legislator said “our priority right now is…

After collaborating with Poco Lee on the popular track ‘Otilo (Izz Gone)’, talented singer and rapper, Hotkid steps out once again with an impressive number titled ‘Oga Mi Sir’.Oga Mi Sir is produced by X and it serves as Hotkid’s second output for the year. It comes shortly after the freestyle dubbed ‘Star Lomo’ which he dropped a few days ago.Listen to Oga Mi Sir here. Source link

Parents’ worst nightmare as boy, 17, is ABDUCTED off the street by strangers as he walks home from a night out: ‘Do you want to come for a ride?’By Jade Hobman For Daily Mail Australia Published: 22:11 EST, 26 January 2023 | Updated: 22:40 EST, 26 January 2023 A 17-year-old boy has been forced into a car with four strangers as he walked home from a night out, South Australian police said.The teenager was walking on the esplanade at Somerton Park, Adelaide, about 10pm on Thursday evening when a driver stopped and asked: ‘Do you want to come for a…

(CNN) — Havasu Falls, one of the most intriguing features of the Grand Canyon system, will be reopening to visitors after a three-year closure caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. But it’s with a catch.The reopening is scheduled for February 1; however, access will be limited initially to a certain, small group.People whose previous reservations were suspended will get first crack at rescheduling a visit to the falls and the enchanting aquamarine pool at its base.Havasu Falls is on the lands of the Havasupai Indian Reservation and is controlled by the tribe. The reservation is adjacent to but not part of…

An old tweet of 30-year-old Botswana woman, Lesedi Molapisi, who is facing the death penalty for drug-trafficking in Bangladesh, has surfaced. In January 24, 2022, the Bangladeshi New Age reported that Molapisi was apprehended at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport (HSIA) in Dhaka after disembarking from a Qatar Airways flight that had arrived via Doha from South Africa.After scanning her bag, Bangladeshi customs officials seized over 3kg of a heroin-like granular substance. She denied having any knowledge that the drugs were in her bags. In a tweet dated January 10, 2022, few days before her arrest, she had written; “Catch…

Taking his turn on the Effective Living Series on Citi FM and Citi TV, an entrepreneur, Yaw Benneh-Amponsah, advised Ghanaians to make better decisions by investing towards their future as the world battles economic upheaval. Commenting on the topic, “Where do I invest my money now” Yaw Benneh-Amponsah, outlined some four areas Ghanaians can invest their monies. Investing in businesses: People should invest in businesses. Investing in businesses will create value for you in this economic crisis. In terms of investment, this is the best time to look out for opportunities where potential partners are likely to bring some skills…

Canadian children’s hospital president faces intense backlash for promoting ‘Deconstructing Karen’ anti-racism book to ‘white women’Julia Hanigsberg is the head of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital ‘If you’re my friend – and a white woman – I may have a present for you,’ she wroteBacklash toward book meant to educate white women about anti-racism By Stephen M. Lepore For Dailymail.Com Published: 21:42 EST, 26 January 2023 | Updated: 21:47 EST, 26 January 2023 The CEO and president of one of the top children’s hospitals in Canada made a stir when she offered her white, female friends a book about anti-racism.Julia Hanigsberg, the…

Written by Rebecca Cairns, CNNThe year is 2050. Agriculture happens in labs, as well as fields. And on the menu for dinner? Microalgae. That speculative future meal might not sound very appealing, but microalgae are packed with proteins, essential fatty acids, vitamins and minerals — including vitamins A, B1, B2, C, and E, iron, calcium and folic acid. Microalgae “superfood” supplements like spirulina and chlorella have been a fixture of the wellness scene for decades. But with a bitter, grassy or fishy flavor, the single-celled organisms have remained niche, reserved mostly for those willing to overlook their pungent aromas in…