Technology

Why Dora the Explorer Talks Better Than AI

Dora the Explorer is a better conversationalist than most AI. Not because she’s deep. Not because she has better answers. Because she waits. She asks a question, pauses, and gives you actual space to respond. The whole show is built around…

Kenya: MPs Put Kenya Law Reform Commission On Spot Over Sh2.1mn Unauthorised Spending

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Members of Parliament have put the Kenya Law Reform Commission (KLRC) on the spot over millions of shillings in expenditure that was not approved by the commission, with the Auditor-General warning that the…

A Guide to FLUX.2-dev-Fun-Controlnet-Union

Overview FLUX.2-dev-Fun-Controlnet-Union is a ControlNet adapter for FLUX.2-dev that enables precise spatial control over image generation through multiple condition types including Canny edge detection, HED edge maps, depth maps, pose…

The Knowledge Debt Behind AI Coding

The first change went in fine, and that where this begins. You moved a button, added a field, or fixed the “thing” that had been bothering you since Saturday. You asked for it in plain English, the machine did it, and the screen looked…

Civil Hospital Struggles With Rising Patient Crowds as Technology-Based Solutions Remain in the Works

Kathmandu. It was 7 in the morning when Bhupendra Subedi, a civil servant, arrived at Civil Services Hospital in Minbhawan, Kathmandu. A large crowd had already gathered at the hospital's main entrance. After standing in line to obtain an…

Kidapawan now requires microchips for pets to fight rabies

KIDAPAWAN CITY —The Sangguniang Panlungsod here now requires the microchipping of pets across the 40 villages, as it raised the fees for impounded strays. Dr. Eugene Gornez, City Veterinary Office (CVO) chief, said the purpose of putting…

China’s EV sales slide again amid fading incentives, weak demand and persistent price war

Deliveries of electric vehicles (EVs) in China fell 3.9 per cent in July from a year earlier, extending their decline to a seventh consecutive month as fading government incentives and weaker consumer demand weighed on the market. Domestic…

How to watch today's Google Pixel 11 launch event live — and what announcements to expect

Hot on the heels of Samsung Galaxy Unpacked , there’s now a big Google hardware launch to look forward to, with the brand set to unleash its new Pixel devices at today's New York-set Made by Google event. We’re expecting to see not just…

Struggling to sleep in this heatwave? These 3 extra-quiet fans will keep you cool all night

Feeling tired today? It can be hard to sleep when the temperature rises, but the right fan can help you get a proper night's rest and wake well-rested and refreshed. Not just any fan will do though — for the best sleep you need one that's…

Ex-Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer changes how his $8 billion philanthropy works

Steve and Connie Ballmer are redefining their charitable strategy. The Ballmer Group is set to detach three regional branches, allowing them to operate as independent nonprofits. This adaptation is designed to align funding strategies more…

UK PM to chair emergency meeting on heatwaves, drought

Africa: As Funding Shrinks, Africa's SRHR Movement Vows Not to Retreat

[allAfrica] Mombasa, Kenya -- As funding shrinks, civic space narrows and opposition to sexual and reproductive rights grows across Africa, advocates are gathering in Mombasa with a simple message: progress cannot be taken for granted.