Nvidia has taken the top spot from Apple as the most valuable company globally. This historic shift is largely driven by Nvidia's role in the booming artificial intelligence sector. The company's market value soared to over $2.5 trillion, while Apple lagged at around $2.3 trillion.
On World Environment Day, experts highlight the critical role of education in addressing climate change. The United Nations Environment Programme underscores the need for climate-change education to be integrated into school curricula, as it promotes awareness, individual action, and sustainable lifestyles. The article presents Rwanda as a successful example of this integration.
OpenAI’s widely-used AI chatbot, ChatGPT, has experienced a significant outage, leaving many users unable to access the service. The disruption, which began around noon, escalated quickly and reached a peak within 45 minutes, according to Downdetector. OpenAI has acknowledged the issue and is actively working to resolve it, though no specific cause or resolution timeline has been provided, sparking numerous reactions on social media.
In an unprecedented election, Claudia Sheinbaum has become Mexico’s first woman president. The former mayor of Mexico City garnered between 58% and 60% of the votes, significantly outpacing her rival, Xóchitl Gálvez. Promising to persist with López Obrador's reforms, she aims to address poverty and crime in Mexico.
China has been working on a land-based version of its stealth fighter, the FC-31/J-35. Initially developed for naval operations, the FC-31's new land-based variant shows significant design tweaks. Analysts suggest diverse motivations for this development, including domestic military needs and foreign export opportunities, with Pakistan expressing interest in acquiring the fighter jets.
In a candid interview, Eminem opened up about how he still feels like an underground artist despite his global success. The rapper, who started his career in the late '90s, has sold over 220 million records worldwide but maintains a deep connection to his roots and fans.
Jose Mourinho has officially agreed to a two-year deal to manage Turkish Super Lig team Fenerbahce, marking his return to the sidelines after leaving AS Roma. In his first role outside of Europe’s top five leagues since 2004, Mourinho’s main objective will be leading Fenerbahce to their first league title since the 2013-14 season.
The humanitarian crisis in Afmadow district, Somalia, has intensified since March 2024 due to lingering effects of flooding in late 2023, ongoing insecurity, and escalating food prices. Vulnerable groups like the elderly and people with disabilities are at higher risk as limited access to essential services such as clean water, sanitation, and healthcare continues to pose significant threats.
Pope Francis has issued an apology for using a derogatory term for homosexuals during a conversation about the role of women in the Catholic Church. The remarks sparked outrage from the LGBTQ+ community and prompted a statement of regret from the Vatican. The incident highlights ongoing criticism of the Church's stance on LGBTQ+ issues and calls for reform.
Anthony Martial has officially announced his departure from Manchester United after nine years. The French forward shared an emotional farewell message with fans on Instagram. This move is part of significant changes under Sir Jim Ratcliffe aimed at revitalizing the team. Martial's exit frees up room for new signings as the club looks to the future.
The Dallas Mavericks' triumph over the Timberwolves in Game 3 has put them just one win away from the NBA Finals. Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving both scored 33 points, leading their team to a decisive 116-107 victory. Despite Anthony Edwards' strong showing, Minnesota is now on the brink of elimination.
Ibrahim Lamorde, ex-chairman of Nigeria's anti-corruption agency EFCC, has died at the age of 61 while receiving medical treatment in Egypt. Lamorde, who joined the Nigerian Police in 1986, rose to Deputy Inspector General of Police and led the EFCC from 2011 to 2015.