Macron: Nuclear arms should be part of EU defense debate DW 04/29/2024
President Macron expressed willingness to discuss using French nuclear weapons for European defense, attracting criticism from political opponents. [ more ]
Netanyahu Vows to Invade Rafah With or Without a Deal' as Hamas Ceasefire Talks Continue
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu pledges incursion into Gaza's Rafah, vowing to destroy Hamas' battalions for total victory despite ongoing ceasefire negotiations. [ more ]
Israeli negotiators reduce hostage release demand in potential truce with Hamas from 40 to 33, indicating a glimmer of hope for a cease-fire in Gaza. [ more ]
Space laser transmission strikes Earth from 140 million miles away: NASA
NASA's Psyche spacecraft transmitted laser data 140 million miles to Earth, showcasing potential high-speed interstellar communication for future space missions. [ more ]
Build APIs using OpenAPI, the AWS CDK and AWS Solutions Constructs | Amazon Web Services
APIs are essential for creating microservices in distributed applications. OpenAPI, AWS CDK, and AWS Solutions Constructs help streamline API development processes. [ more ]
Don't repeat yourself (DRY) principle applies to test code; duplication causes maintainability issues. Clearly separate test steps. TDD offers benefits like quicker feedback and better coverage. [ more ]
Kenya flooding leaves dozens dead after dam collapse DW 04/29/2024
A dam collapse in Mai Mahiu, Kenya has resulted in at least 42 deaths, with ongoing rescue operations hampered by difficult access due to washed-out roads.
Heavy rains in Kenya have caused significant damage, resulting in school closures and displacement of thousands, with the impact of climate change being a contributing factor. [ more ]
Australia: PM Albanese says domestic violence is a 'crisis' DW 04/29/2024
Domestic violence in Australia is labeled as a 'national crisis' by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, prompting calls for a national response and tougher laws against violence towards women. [ more ]
Sharing, liking, commenting on, or saving certain content in Russia or Russia-controlled parts of Ukraine could lead to fines or imprisonment. [ more ]
Indonesia's Ruang volcano erupts again, closing airport DW 04/30/2024
Mount Ruang volcano in Indonesia erupts, authorities warn of further explosive eruptions. Nearest airport shut down and residents urged to evacuate and wear masks. [ more ]
Google Gemini: Everything you need to know about the new generative AI platform | TechCrunch
Google's Gemini is a suite of generative AI models, including Ultra, Pro, and Nano, capable of multimodal tasks, unlike text-exclusive models like LaMDA. [ more ]
The ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza has resulted in massive destruction, casualties, and displacement, with potential for broader conflict escalation. [ more ]
The first-ever race between four self-driving cars and a Formula 1 driver just happened in Abu Dhabi | TechCrunch
The Abu Dhabi Autonomous Racing League (A2RL) innovated by pitting autonomous cars against a former F1 driver and offering standardized race cars for a level playing field. [ more ]