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New wave of bomb hoaxes hits dozens of flights across Europe

ROME/WARSAW/EVREUX, France, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Hoax bomb threats disrupted dozens of passenger flights across Europe on Thursday, forcing unplanned landings by some planes and prompting fighter jets to escort or intercept others, in a dramatic escalation after an initial wave…

New wave of bomb hoaxes hits dozens of flights across Europe
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OpenAI is stepping back from NDAs for data center projects

Following this week's midterms where voters resoundingly voiced their opposition to data center expansion, OpenAI today announced new commitments to communities where it is working on data center projects, including that it won't use non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) with public…

OpenAI is stepping back from NDAs for data center projects
The Verge

Airbnb is working on an AI travel agent

Airbnb plans to roll out an AI agent in the first half of 2027 that will help users plan and book travel, the company said in its Q3 2026 earnings shareholder letter released today. "Today's AI agents are good at simple, routine tasks, like making a restaurant reservation or…

Airbnb is working on an AI travel agent
Premium Times Nigeria

Gov Abiodun declares Ogun ready for state police

The governor described the establishment of state police as a critical step towards strengthening security, protecting investments and sustaining the state’s growing economic activities The post Gov Abiodun declares Ogun ready for state police appeared first on Premium Times…

Gov Abiodun declares Ogun ready for state police
Premium Times Nigeria

Former Cross River PDP chair doubts party’s 2027 chances

Former Cross River PDP chairman Venatius Ikem questions the party’s ability to challenge the APC in 2027, describing its structures as fragmented and its Wike-backed presidential candidate, Sandy Onor, as politically invisible. The post Former Cross River PDP chair doubts…

Former Cross River PDP chair doubts party’s 2027 chances
The Verge

Perplexity launches its own take on AI agents for work

Perplexity is taking on OpenAI and Anthropic with its own work-focused AI agents. The startup's new always-on "Teammates" can take on multiple roles within a workspace, while pulling existing projects, skills, and memory from the Perplexity tools you already use. Teammates…

Perplexity launches its own take on AI agents for work
The Verge

Salon is shutting down after 31 years

Salon launched 31 years ago as one of the first online-only news magazine outlets, and it announced today in an unsigned post that it's ceasing publication. The company said that the "business realities of independent digital journalism have changed profoundly over the years,"…

Salon is shutting down after 31 years
Mail & Guardian

A historic election for South Africa

Fed up with widespread service delivery failures and unstable municipal coalitions, millions of South Africans took to the polls in a pivotal local government election defined by demands for accountability and basic public services.

A historic election for South Africa
Mail & Guardian

B Mashilo is redefining the perfect fit

Ten years after starting in her parents' garage, designer Bonolo Mashilo of B Mashilo Designs is transforming the South African fashion scene with garments crafted to fit and celebrate real women's bodies.

B Mashilo is redefining the perfect fit
Mail & Guardian

Editorial: Why you needed to vote

As power and water outages struck Gauteng on election day, widespread voter apathy served only to protect the failing politicians responsible for crumbling municipal services.

Editorial: Why you needed to vote
Mail & Guardian

‘They have forgotten us’

In Tembisa, community members grapple with voter fatigue, persistent service delivery failures, and shifting political loyalties as traditional parties lose ground.

‘They have forgotten us’
Mail & Guardian

Dreamscapes of memory and self-discovery

Acclaimed choreographer Vincent Mantsoe blends 30 years of spiritual heritage and movement in his surrealist dance piece, Mpheyane’s Dream/Ipupo, created during his residency at the University of Johannesburg.

Dreamscapes of memory and self-discovery
Mail & Guardian

Beyond the X lies a constitutional promise

Public Protector Kholeka Gcaleka examines the constitutional mandate of local government, calling on coalition leaders and municipal officials to move past factional politics and deliver real service to communities.

Beyond the X lies a constitutional promise
Mail & Guardian

Nelson Mandela’s challenge to a world divided by conflict

This November marks the 10th anniversary of the 2016 Colombian Peace Agreement, which our government reached with the Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia (FARC), the most powerful guerrilla in the Western Hemisphere. It was a defining moment for our nation, demonstrating what…

Nelson Mandela’s challenge to a world divided by conflict
Mail & Guardian

Sharing power is easy; governing is hard

As South African municipalities grapple with water crises and unstable leadership, coalition governance faces a crucial test: moving beyond survival politics toward transparent, capable administration.

Sharing power is easy; governing is hard
Mail & Guardian

The dangerous price of silence

Nobel Peace Prize laureate Juan Manuel Santos brings vital lessons from Colombia’s peace process to Cape Town as he delivers the 24th Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture.

The dangerous price of silence
Mail & Guardian

Two nations, one enduring lesson in freedom

The 70th anniversary of the Hungarian Revolution of 1956 was commemorated in Pretoria, highlighting the historical ties, democratic transitions, and expanding trade and educational partnerships between Hungary and South Africa.

Two nations, one enduring lesson in freedom
Mail & Guardian

A moment in history

Reflecting on her granddaughter’s mock school election, Professor Thuli Madonsela examines why local government is the vital frontline of democracy, social justice, and ethical community leadership.

A moment in history
Mail & Guardian

The culture of mediocrity ends

An analysis of widespread municipal underperformance in South Africa reveals deep systemic failures in capital budget spending, infrastructure maintenance, and governance, calling on voters to demand higher standards and qualified leadership.

The culture of mediocrity ends
Mail & Guardian

The ballot box is only the beginning

South Africa’s local elections present a crucial test of electoral integrity and democratic resilience, demonstrating whether declining support for ruling parties can coexist with public faith in democracy.

The ballot box is only the beginning
Mail & Guardian

My first vote, my future

First-time voter Timarie Grobler cast her ballot in Kempton Park hoping for jobs, unity, and better infrastructure, as analysts urge parties to take South Africa's crucial youth vote seriously.

My first vote, my future
Mail & Guardian

A drone that can watch SA borders

South African defence firm Milkor has positioned its locally developed Milkor 380 drone as a high-tech solution to monitor porous borders and tackle illegal immigration.

A drone that can watch SA borders
Mail & Guardian

Betting billions on KZN’s North

Once considered a quiet coastal escape, KwaZulu-Natal’s North Coast is seeing billions in property investments. Luxury estates, branded residences, and major resort developments are attracting semigrants and international buyers alike.

Betting billions on KZN’s North
The Verge

The midterms proved once and for all that X is not real life

A week before the midterm elections, Vice President JD Vance hosted a town hall in Texas with Fox News host Jesse Watters. It was a friendly event with a friendly audience in what should have been a friendly state, and maybe that's why Vance couldn't help himself. When a college…

The midterms proved once and for all that X is not real life
Premium Times Nigeria

Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom, Rivers

The visits will give President Tinubu opportunities to engage with political stakeholders, party members, and supporters while emphasising unity, political stability, and a shared commitment to national progress. The post Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom,…

Tinubu to embark on two-day official visit to Akwa Ibom, Rivers
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Blue Origin’s next launch now won’t happen until 2027

Blue Origin CEO reportedly sent a memo to staff about the new timeline. | Anadolu via Getty Images Blue Origin plans to do its next New Glenn rocket launch in January 2027, according to CNBC and the Financial Times, which cite a memo from CEO Dave Limp sent to staff. The new…

Blue Origin’s next launch now won’t happen until 2027
Premium Times Nigeria

Peter Obi blames APC for court judgement sacking Atiku, David Mark

PREMIUM TIMES earlier reported that the Federal High Court in Abuja on Thursday declared as illegal the David Mark-led ADC’s Caretaker Committee, which conducted the party’s presidential primary that produced Atiku as its flag bearer. The post Peter Obi blames APC for court…

Peter Obi blames APC for court judgement sacking Atiku, David Mark
Premium Times Nigeria

Why I separated from my wife – Actor Kunle Afod

The estranged couple started their relationship in 2002 and exchanged marital vows in 2005. The marriage produced children. The post Why I separated from my wife – Actor Kunle Afod appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

Why I separated from my wife – Actor Kunle Afod
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Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 is $300 off ahead of Black Friday

Android fans with a bit of iPhone Duo envy, take note: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 is discounted to $1,599.99 at both Amazon and Best Buy, a hefty $300 markdown from its usual price, and just $50 higher than the lowest we’ve seen. Considering the device only launched a few…

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 is $300 off ahead of Black Friday
IOL South Africa

Scuffle erupts over ward count in Kimberley

Police and party representatives clashed outside a Galeshewe voting station as opposition parties disputed the Ward 18 count, with KAG demanding a recount and the IEC urging aggrieved parties to lodge disputes.

Scuffle erupts over ward count in Kimberley
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Muse has a voice mode now

Meta now lets you have voice conversations with your Muse AI agent in real time, CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced today. The feature has been rolled out to me, and I gave it a spin on the iOS app while writing this article. As you chat with your Muse agent, the avatar at the top of…

Muse has a voice mode now
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EA is bringing 25 classic PC games to Steam

This Road Rash screenshot rules. | Image: EA Electronic Arts is launching 25 classic games on Steam, including "Anniversary Editions" of the motorcycle racer Road Rash and six Wing Commander titles. These Anniversary Editions preserve "the original look, feel and creative intent…

EA is bringing 25 classic PC games to Steam
Premium Times Nigeria

MultiChoice introduces new DStv, GOtv packages

They say the changes reflect Nigerians’ calls for improved value, greater choice and content that caters to their preferences. The post MultiChoice introduces new DStv, GOtv packages appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

MultiChoice introduces new DStv, GOtv packages
Premium Times Nigeria

Group calls for withdrawal of charges against Kaduna journalist

The group also demanded an independent, impartial and transparent investigation into the alleged detention of her parents, the circumstances of her arrest, the reported demand that she delete her Facebook post and apologise, and the conduct of the officers involved. The post…

Group calls for withdrawal of charges against Kaduna journalist
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Claude AI can plug directly into your bank account

Anthropic has a new pitch for managing your personal finances: let Claude do it instead, with a new Personal Finance feature that connects it to your bank and card accounts via the Plaid bank bridging platform. You can ask the chatbot "where did my money go this month," for…

Claude AI can plug directly into your bank account
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‘Total repudiation’: The blue wave is about to hit AI

On Tuesday night, Democrats made history as they took control of the House and the Senate, and a blue wave swept through traditionally red and swing states - with the nation's first Black woman governor elected in Georgia, the country's first Native American woman governor…

‘Total repudiation’: The blue wave is about to hit AI
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Ember’s smallest self-heating mug is on sale for just $33

We’ve been fans of Ember’s temperature-controlled mugs for years, though given the price tag, we admit that they’re somewhat of a luxury purchase. Thankfully, if you’ve been looking for a more affordable option, Woot is selling the Ember Cup in black for $32.99 ($67 off) with a…

Ember’s smallest self-heating mug is on sale for just $33
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TikTok launched a dedicated TikTok Shop app

TikTok has released a standalone app for TikTok Shop in a few countries, as spotted by social media consultant Matt Navarra. According to its App Store listing, the TikTok Shop app offers: - Personalized picks inspired by your interests - LIVE streams & short videos to see…

TikTok launched a dedicated TikTok Shop app