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Новости за 16.12.2024

Project Syndicate 

Will the Second Trump Boom Go Bust?

While US President-elect Donald Trump inherits a strong economy from Joe Biden, he faces a more challenging global economy than he did in his first term. With the new administration likely to be staffed by many inexperienced members, early gains could quickly give way to the first non-pandemic recession of the Trump era.

Project Syndicate 

AI Has Not Yet Destroyed Democracy

Given that generative AI models capable of rendering life-like “deepfakes” are now accessible to everyone, it is understandable that many would worry about the implications for elections and democratic discourse. But during the “super election year” of 2024, the worst predictions were not borne out.

Project Syndicate 

Our AI Near-Future

Although AI has great potential to bring exciting changes to education, art, medicine, robotics, and other fields, it also poses major risks, most of which are not being addressed. Judging by the response so far from political and other institutions, we can safely expect many years of instability.

The Punch 

OPS fears SMEs’ collapse as cash scarcity lingers

The Organised Private Sector has joined the call on the Central Bank of Nigeria to address the cash scarcity witnessed nationwide, stressing that the country is not developed enough for cashless transactions. Members of the OPS pointed out that the scarcity of cash has adversely affected businesses, especially those in the Micro, Small, and Medium

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The Punch 

Haastrup joins race for Owa Obokun stool

A prominent son of the Ajimoko Haastrup Bilaro Ruling House, Dr. Olumobi Haastrup, has declared his interest in contesting for the vacant stool of the Owa Obokun Adimula of Ijesaland. The announcement followed the recent passing of the late monarch, Oba Dr. Gabriel Adekunle Aromolaran, whose first traditional rites were concluded on December 10, 2024.

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MSNBC 

EXCLUSIVE: New York City Mayor denies seeking pardon from Trump

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has signaled support for Donald Trump's hardline immigration policies, including modifying his city's sanctuary law. In an exclusive interview with MSNBC's Jonathan Capehart, Adams responds to allegations that he's cozying up to Trump for clemency from federal corruption charges.

Scoop 

Waikawa Bay Foreshore Reserve Management Plan Submissions Open

Council is required under the Reserves Act to develop a reserve management plan for the area that will help enable a mix of uses and values to be supported as well as putting in place policy to guide the day-to-day management of the Reserve.

Sports.inquirer.net 

After UAAP Finals heartbreak, Kevin Quiambao mum on future

MANILA, Philippines — Kevin Quiambao will be taking his time before pondering his next move after a shattered title repeat dream for La Salle in the UAAP Season 87 men’s basketball tournament.  The two-time UAAP MVP shed tears after falling short to the University of the Philippines in Finals Game 3, 66-62,  in front of

«Mirror» (mirror.co.uk) 

Andy Capp - 16th December 2024

Andy Capp has been a favourite part of the Daily Mirror since 1957. Enjoy the adventures of Andy Capp and wife Flo every day

«Mirror» (mirror.co.uk) 

Perishers - 16th December 2024

Perishers originally ran from 1959 to 2006. The strip is still so popular today that we decided to reprint the best of the strips by Maurice Dodd and Dennis Collins