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Artificial intelligencePrimary source

NVIDIA, Nokia and Telecom Operators Test Distributed Intelligence in Networks

NVIDIA said telecom operators are expanding accelerated computing across their networks to run AI services closer to users. T-Mobile completed what NVIDIA called the first AI-RAN call on a commercial network, while BT, Deutsche Telekom and Elisa are running or preparing pilots.

  • Operators are deploying NVIDIA accelerated computing from data centers to cell sites.
  • T-Mobile completed what NVIDIA called the first AI-RAN call on a commercial network.
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East AfricaSingle source

Exiled critic of Rwanda’s president found beheaded near Kampala

Robert Kabera, an exiled vocal critic of Rwanda’s government, was found beheaded near Kampala, Ugandan police said. Authorities said his head had not been recovered and that the case remained under investigation.

  • Robert Kabera, an exiled critic of Rwanda’s government, was found beheaded near Kampala.
  • Ugandan police said the victim’s head had not been recovered.
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Al Jazeera English
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Netanyahu unveils security doctrine nine days before Israel’s election

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has released an updated national security doctrine and a map of regional alignments. The policy prioritises preemptive military action, expanded buffer zones and new partnerships, while analysts say its presentation also serves an electoral purpose.

  • Netanyahu released the doctrine nine days before Israel’s parliamentary election.
  • The policy prioritises preemptive military action, expanded buffer zones and new alliances.
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Al Jazeera English
Africa and the Middle EastSingle source

Israel’s October 27 election draws close attention across Africa

Israel’s October 27 election is being closely watched across Africa, from Morocco to South Africa. The vote could test whether Israel’s ties with African countries have withstood the fallout from the war in Gaza.

  • Israel’s October 27 election is being watched across African countries.
  • The attention spans countries from Morocco to South Africa.
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Al Jazeera English
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Former president Joseph Kabila named leader of new DR Congo rebel coalition

Former DR Congo President Joseph Kabila has been named leader of the Front for the Refoundation of the Nation, which says it will oppose the government, including by force. M23 commander Sultani Makenga is among its four deputy leaders.

  • Joseph Kabila has taken charge of the FRN coalition, which says it may use force against the government.
  • M23 commander Sultani Makenga will serve as one of Kabila’s four deputies.
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BBC World
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Ethiopia’s neighbours face pressure as renewed Tigray war escalates

Ethiopian federal forces entered Mekelle after nearly two weeks of fighting, while an alliance of rebel groups including the TPLF withdrew. The renewed conflict has effectively ended the 2022 Pretoria ceasefire and is testing Ethiopia’s strained regional ties.

  • Federal forces entered Mekelle after nearly two weeks of fighting.
  • A rebel alliance including the TPLF withdrew from Tigray’s capital.
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Al Jazeera English
Box officeSingle source

The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day drive record US summer box office

US cinemas recorded a record summer season of $4.761bn from 1 May–7 September. The Odyssey has grossed $1.6bn worldwide and Spider-Man: Brand New Day about $2.4bn, with several other titles also passing the $1bn mark.

  • US summer box office reached $4.761bn from 1 May–7 September, a record.
  • Spider-Man: Brand New Day ~$2.4bn worldwide; The Odyssey $1.6bn.
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