In the 27th matchup of the Portuguese Championship series, Benfica achieved a narrow 1-0 triumph against Chaves. Despite the win, the talk of the match was Hugo Souza, Chaves’ on-loan goalkeeper from Flamengo, who showcased an outstanding performance by saving two penalties and another in a subsequent voided play. The game’s pivotal moment came in […]
Despite the city of Rio de Janeiro declaring an end to its dengue outbreak, the State Health Department (SES-RJ) has decided to keep the epidemic status for the entire state. The decision stems from ongoing high case counts and incidence rates observed by SES-RJ's Health Intelligence Center, surpassing a thousand instances per 100,000 people in […]
In a new development, OpenAI, known for creating ChatGPT, introduced a voice cloning tool named “Voice Engine” on Friday. With a commitment to security, the company will keep this technology under strict control. The tool mimics speech using just a 15-second voice sample, aiming to prevent the creation of misleading audio content. The San Francisco-based […]
Today’s soccer schedule is headlined by the Carioca Championship final featuring Flamengo against Nova Iguaçu. The day’s lineup includes action from the Premier League, Serie A, Bundesliga, Saudi League, Argentine League Cup, and more. Where to Watch Today’s Soccer Games Live: Serie A 08:30 AM – Napoli vs Atalanta – ESPN and Star+ 11:00 AM […]
In a significant leap for global climate forecasting, Brazilian researchers are on the brink of completing the Tupã Project. This innovation stands to redefine how we predict weather patterns for decades ahead. Developed through a partnership between the Federal Fluminense University (UFF) and Engie Brasil Energia and supported by the National Electric Energy Agency, this […]
(Analysis) In the early part of this year, Elon Musk's Neuralink, a pioneer in brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, made headlines with its groundbreaking human brain implant. Musk envisions implantable, invisible devices controlling digital tools, promising direct brain data transfer, and revolutionizing human-computer interaction. BCIs mark a milestone in human achievement, enabling control over technology through […]
The events of January 8, 2023, in Brazil, where significant unrest occurred at government buildings in Brasília, have sparked widespread discussion and differing opinions across the nation. A Datafolha survey shows 65% of Brazilians see the events as vandalism, while 30% consider them coup attempts. This variation in perception highlights a broad spectrum of viewpoints […]
In 2023, Mozambique connected over 500,000 homes to electricity, crossing the 50% coverage mark. The move led to 522,824 new connections, with the National Electricity Network adding 382,403 and standalone systems 140,421. Access rose to 53.4% from 47.8% in 2022. By 2030, the goal is universal power access. The plan includes 2.5 million more grid […]
Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell recently underscored the central bank’s deliberate approach towards adjusting monetary policy, signaling no immediate intent to lower interest rates. Speaking at a San Francisco event, he indicated that the current inflation data aligns with Federal Reserve expectations. He stressed the importance of achieving a stable trajectory towards the 2% inflation […]
Chile, ranked as the world’s second-biggest lithium producer, has set ambitious plans to double its output within the next decade. This move aims to cater to the soaring demand for electric vehicle batteries and preempt a looming shortage that could escalate prices. Chile’s Finance Minister, Mario Marcel, highlights the critical risk of underproducing lithium. This […]