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Amazon moves to rival ChatGPT with new AI chatbot, ‘Metis’

A report by Business Insider revealed that Amazon is developing a consumer-targeted AI chatbot that may be released later this year to replace OpenAI’s ChatGPT. Codenamed “Metis,” the chatbot service will function based on a new basic concept and be accessed via a web browser. It could also help Amazon’s plans to turn Metis into an AI agent—a device that …

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Awtaru Kebede – When I think of you (ስላንተ ሳስብ)

Download When I Think of You (ስላንተ ሳስብ) Mp3 by Awtaru Kebede The famous Ethiopian gospel artist Awtaru Kebede presents us with a compelling piece, as this masterpiece is titled “When I think of you (ስላንተ ሳስብ)“. This track, released in 2024 , is an engaging and inspiring addition to any music lover’s collection. The melody”When I think of you …

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The Nigerian government and ASUU agreed to a peaceful resolution of the dispute

The Federal Government and the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) on Wednesday concluded their meeting with an agreement that all contentious issues would be resolved amicably to avert another strike in universities. The parties also agreed to initiate a communication process to prevent a strike planned by the union. The meeting, which lasted more than two hours, was attended …

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Governors meet on minimum wage, LGA autonomy

The Nigerian Governors Forum (NGF) met on Wednesday in Abuja to discuss the proposed new national minimum wage and other national issues. The governors also held discussions on local government autonomy at a meeting chaired by the chairman of the forum, Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara State. The Supreme Court on June 13 ruled on a lawsuit filed by the …

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2,600 people killed in attacks in Benue communities in one year – Amnesty Int’l

Amnesty International said on Wednesday at least 2,600 people, mostly women and children, had been killed following attacks on 50 Benue communities in the past year. Amnesty International Program Director, Mrs Barbara Magaji, revealed this during a photo exhibition and press conference in Makurdi. He said 18 of the 23 local government areas in the state were under constant security …

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Scientists develop robots that treat cognitive disorders

A group of scientists has developed a robot that helps people with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and improves their executive function and memory. A new robot called CARMEN (Cognitive Assistive Robot for Motivation and Neurorehabilitation) was created by researchers at the University of California San Diego in collaboration with doctors and MCI individuals. Through interactive exercises and games, CARMEN focuses …

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The Nigerian government reacted when a cholera outbreak prompted presidential action

Nigeria is grappling with a growing cholera outbreak, prompting President Bola Tinubu to take decisive action during a Federal Executive Council (FEC) meeting on Tuesday. The president directed the formation of a cabinet committee to oversee the National Center for Disease Control (NCDC) emergency operations center specifically designed to address the outbreak. Rising Concern: Rising Cases and Geographic Spread This …

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Alleged N4 billion fraud: EFCC opens case against former Governor Obiano, invites 2 witnesses

Two witnesses testified when the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) opened a money laundering case against former Anambra Governor, Willie Obiano, at the Federal High Court, Abuja, on Tuesday. The EFCC charged the former governor with nine counts of fraud. The commission accused Obiano of misappropriating more than N4 billion from state coffers during his tenure from March 2014 …

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Gunmen kidnap judge, wife, driver in Borno

Gunmen on Friday kidnapped a judge at the Borno State High Court, Haruna Mshelia, and his wife in the state. The couple was kidnapped along with their driver and orderly along the Biu-Maiduguri road. Spokesman of the state police command, Daso Nahum, confirmed the news to journalists on Tuesday in Maiduguri. He said police officers were pursuing the kidnappers.   …

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