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Inside Melinda Gates' memoir: The impact of Jeffrey Epstein on her marriage
Melinda Gates opens up about the turmoil in her marriage to Bill Gates.
When billionaires go rogue: the unexpected heirs of the super-rich
Delve into the unconventional inheritance choices of billionaires, showcasing a shift towards philanthropy and non-traditional heirs.
Bill Gates highlights AI’s role in medicine and education in Oprah Winfrey special
Bill Gates discussed the potential of AI to improve healthcare and education during Oprah Winfrey’s AI special, presenting a positive vision for the future of the technology.
AI risks and realities: Insights from Oprah’s AI Special with OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Bill Gates
In a special aired by Oprah Winfrey, AI experts including Sam Altman and Bill Gates discussed the future of artificial intelligence, emphasising the need for caution and regulation.
Why sanitary pads should be free for all
Making sanitary pads free for everyone, the stigma relating to menstruation can be addressed with the urgent problems of period poverty, education, and health.
On this day, April 4
Nato created, the Beatles set a record or five, Microsoft is founded, the Angolan civil war finally ends, US troops booted out of France and the Elon Musk takeover of Twitter begins
On this day, March 22
Jews become the whipping boy – again, the first Basuto war begins, the Proteas choke in the World Cup and an explosion so big it measures as an earthquake
You can do it too: These seven billionaires had ordinary jobs before amassing their wealth
If these super wealthy individuals can go from ‘regular’ jobs to swimming in money, why can’t you?
On this day in history, March 13
Events that ripple though time, some of which may tickle your fancy, or event your funny bone
Microsoft shakes up gaming world, four Xbox exclusives heading to rival consoles
Microsoft sent shocks through the gaming industry after announcing that four Xbox exclusive games would be crossing over to allow play on rival consoles.
Microsoft to invest 3. 2 bn Euros in AI in Germany
Microsoft said it would invest 3. 2 billion euros ($3. 4 billion) in Germany through 2025, with a majority of the funds going towards AI and data centre infrastructure development.
South Africa's Billionaire Boom: No ‘Januworry’ problems for South Africa’s richest men
While many South Africans are tightening their belts after the festive season's spending spree, the country's wealthiest individuals face a very different January.
This is why Michelle Obama, Melinda French Gates, Amal Clooney and Graça Machel are in Cape Town
During the discussion, the global powerhouses spoke on the value of the girl child, her education and the need for financial backing needed for the empowerment of young girls.
Luxury goods boss Bernard Arnault falls down world's billionaire list
Bernard Arnault, the founder and chief executive officer of LMVH, the company that owns luxury brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior, and Tiffany, dropped to third place on the world billionaire list with his $155 billion fortune.
City of Cape Town to pilot sanitation units that use climate-resistant technology
A project team will develop site selection criteria to identify eligible pilot sites, followed by a technical feasibility assessment to confirm suitability of each site in terms of the proposed technologies.
For a bright future, invest in Africa’s young
OPINION: Throughout my visit, I met with impressive young Nigerians working on innovations that can yield dramatic results at a relatively low cost. They reminded me that progress isn’t so much about how much is spent, but that it is spent well, writes Bill Gates.
Why are America and China fighting over chips?
The so-called ‘semiconductor wars’: America has blocked China’s access to the most advanced semiconductors, citing national security. Why does this matter?
Cassper Nyovest refuses to pay for Twitter verification: ‘I’m verified in the streets’
Cassper Nyovest joins a host of celebs who refuse to pay to retain their Twitter verification blue ticks.
Elon Musk threatens to sue Microsoft
In reaction to Microsoft proposing to take Twitter from its business advertising platform, CEO Elon Musk threatened to sue.
Mi School: Back to school stationery handover in Diepsloot
Zoom, Google Meet, Tik Tok and Instagram are a part of daily life, and in turn, those of our children’s lives.
WATCH: Elon Musk’s chilling AI ‘Terminator’ warning: ‘Should we risk loss of control of our civilisation?’
Elon Musk has joined more than 1 000 of the world’s leading tech industry figures and academics to warn ‘out of control’ artificial intelligence advances could quickly become a Terminator-esque with ‘profound risks to society and humanity’.
Professor Debra Roberts to receive honorary degree of Doctor of Laws from Rhodes University
The climate change champion has won numerous awards for her groundbreaking work and leadership in Durban.
Bill Gates says AI is one of the most significant tech advancements
Bill Gates says AI is one of the most significant tech advancements in decades and has great capacity for good.
On this day in history: March 10
‘The bigger they are, the harder they fall’, the strike that changed a nation, newspaper editor Percy Qoboza is released from jail and they earn how much!? All this and more. Read on. . .
ChatGPT grills Rishi Sunak, Bill Gates in an interview
AI chatbot ChatGPT leaves Rishi Sunak and Bill Gates lost for words.