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‘Africa in a glass’: Abidjan cocktail week mixes local flavours for global palates
Ivory Coast drinks festival aims to champion and change perceptions of alcohol made in the region. At an event in Abidjan in late October, Alexandre Quest Bede noticed someone staring at him. Then ...World - The Guardian - 5 days ago -
How to clean your glasses
Spotless glasses means clearer vision. Optometrists share how you can clean your glasses without scratching or damaging your lenses.Top stories - NBC News - October 16 -
Was Kamala Harris a Victim of the Glass Cliff?
Was Harris nominated precisely because the situation was hopeless and she was the only one willing to fight the battle? Or could she have won?Business - Inc. - 5 days ago -
Why Meta and Snap are spending billions on AR glasses
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg and Snap CEO Evan Spiegel are betting big that augmented-reality glasses will replace the smartphone.Business - CNBC - October 24 -
How to make a pumpkin spice martini that's fall in a glass
In the "The Dish Recipe," J.M. Hirsch shares his autumn-inspired pumpkin spice martini from his new book, "Freezer Door Cocktails." This easy, ready-to-pour drink brings the perfect seasonal flavor ...Top stories - CBS News - October 29 -
These Smart Glasses Will Read Your Emotions and Watch What You Eat
A new type of smart glasses from Emteq Labs have cameras pointed inwards, aiming to track your life and quantify how you’re feeling—and what you’re eating.Tech - Wired - October 15 -
A College Football Cinderella Ditched a Glass Slipper for a Steel-Toe Boot
A player who squats 605 pounds and runs fast enough to earn a speeding ticket in a school zone is the face of Boise State.Sports - The New York Times - October 23 -
Two Students Created Face Recognition Glasses. It Wasn’t Hard.
A Boston man had a strange encounter at a subway station. A month later, he discovered he was the star of the students’ viral video.Tech - The New York Times - October 24 -
Even Realities G1 Smart Glasses Review: Superb Display, But Slow Info
These new augmented reality glasses show so much promise, it's like they posses super powers for specs. But there's a familiar problem.Tech - Wired - October 25 -
How "Pair Eyewear" brings affordable customization to prescription glasses
Sophia Edelstein, co-founder and co-CEO of eyewear company "Pair," joins "CBS Mornings Plus" to share how her brand is transforming the eyewear industry.Top stories - CBS News - October 25 -
EssilorLuxottica bets on glasses replacing smartphones as value hits €100bn
Eyewear giant chief Francesco Milleri says wearable technology developed with Meta will fuel growthBusiness - Financial Times - November 1 -
The agony of ketamine addiction: ‘I felt like I was peeing glass’
It is gen Z’s recreational drug of choice in the UK and US – and with rising use come big problems, including incontinence, bladder damage, renal failure, depression and extreme pain. The first ...World - The Guardian - November 5 -
'Jeopardy!' contestant who got in-show apology responds to 'problematic' glasses clue
'Jeopardy!' player Heather Ryan said that the 'girls who wear glasses' clue on her episode was an 'odd choice' that made everybody 'a little uncomfortable.'Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - 6 days ago -
The 2 female racers speeding to break NASCAR's glass ceiling
Two female racecar-driving teens are competing to win a NASCAR championship in the male-dominated motorsport. Brady Halbleib has more on their chase for victory.Top stories - CBS News - 4 days ago -
China’s Baidu joins Meta in race to make AI-integrated smart glasses
Launch comes as Chinese internet groups jostle for dominance in hardwareBusiness - Financial Times - Yesterday -
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Born in France but searching for a future in Africa
BBC Africa Eye investigates the "silent exodus" from France of those fed up with racism and discrimination.Top stories - BBC News - October 28 -
Ken Jennings apologizes for 'problematic' 'Jeopardy!' clue about girls who wear glasses
'Jeopardy!' host Ken Jennings apologizes to a contestant after the show used the famous Dorothy Parker quote about 'girls who wear glasses' as a recent clue.Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 30 -
Man who smashed glass in door on Jan. 6 before Ashli Babbitt shooting sentenced
A Virginia man who was charged for smashing the glass of a door at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, was sentenced to eight years in prison Thursday. Zachary Jordan Alam, 32, convicted of eight ...Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago -
How Amazon’s Planned High-Tech Glasses Will Shave Seconds Off Delivery Times
The e-commerce giant is developing smart eyeglasses to help drivers find the most efficient routes on the road and within buildings.Business - Inc. - 2 days ago -
South Africa’s ‘second miracle’ coalition fights to endure
Unity government led by ANC and Democratic Alliance works to resolve tensions as it passes 100-day milestoneBusiness - Financial Times - October 16 -
Can AI help Africa close the development gap?
Machine learning could have transformative effects on developing economies and societies. But some fear a deepening digital divideBusiness - Financial Times - October 17 -
Australia shocked in World Cup semis by South Africa
South Africa produce a stunning performance to knock Australia out of the Women's T20 World Cup in the semi-finals.Top stories - BBC News - October 17 -
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Millions of teenagers in Africa have undiagnosed asthma – study
Rapid urbanisation thought to be damaging adolescent health, as researchers say need for medication and diagnostic tests is urgent. Millions of teenagers in Africa are suffering from asthma with no ...World - The Guardian - October 21 -
Idris Elba: Why I'm planning a move to Africa
The British star is backing film projects across the continent and wants to be closer to the action.Top stories - BBC News - October 22 -
Capital barriers in Africa could ‘fracture’ the energy transition
Also in today’s newsletter, shale magnate says US democracy ‘would be safe’ under TrumpWorld - Financial Times - October 24 -
A playwright in Africa hopes to break the cultural silence on rape
African playwright and actor Oliva Ouedraogo's “Queen” depicts the fictional journey of a girl who is raped by her stepfather on the night of his marriage to her mother, and decides to speak out ...Entertainment - ABC News - October 24 -
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England beat South Africa despite defensive errors
Watch highlights as England bounce back after Germany loss with a 2-1 win against South Africa in Coventry.Top stories - BBC News - October 30 -
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William returns to 'special place' Africa for prize awards
The awards event in South Africa will have emotional connections for the Prince of Wales.Top stories - BBC News - November 2 -
How the UK's 'big brother' role in Africa is changing
David Lammy is on his first visit to the continent since he became foreign secretary.Top stories - BBC News - November 6 -
The New Investment Superpower Outflanking China and the U.S. in Africa
The tiny United Arab Emirates has invested billions in east Africa, where it is now emerging as a significant player, at times muscling out China and annoying the U.S.World - The Wall Street Journal - November 6 -