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Cliff Notes – WPL 2026 two double-headers final on a weekday The 2026 Women’s Premier League will feature its final on a Thursday, February 5, marking the first weekday final in the tournament’s history. The tournament will run for 28 days, with matches held at Navi Mumbai’s DY Patil Stadium and Vadodara’s Kotambi Stadium, including two double-headers on Saturdays. This edition will not clash with major international fixtures and is the first to be scheduled in the January-February window, differing from previous seasons. WPL 2026: two double-headers, final on a weekday The 2026 Women’s Premier League (WPL) will have its…

TL;DR AIs show rapid advancements but struggle with reliability, often making errors and misunderstandings, raising questions about their role as true assistants. The exponential growth of AI technology is comparable to previous technological leaps, with estimates suggesting significant changes are forthcoming in the next five years. Concerns about AI’s impact parallel issues seen during the COVID pandemic, highlighting the need for robust planning and management strategies. Bigger than COVID? The graph that explains why AI is going to be so huge | Science, Climate & Tech News Yet for all their wizardry, AIs can also be quite useless. They make…

Cliff Notes – From slave labour to crypto scams – South Asia is cesspit of crime, especially India, who are so advanced they have exported the crime Malaysia’s Tenaga Nasional suffered over $1 billion in losses from illegal power usage by cryptocurrency miners, prompting a multi-agency crackdown. Southeast Asian countries, initially welcoming crypto miners post-China’s ban, are reversing course amid rising economic and environmental concerns related to electricity theft and resource strain. Governments are increasing scrutiny on the crypto sector due to its ties to illicit activities, with Malaysia establishing a committee to combat electricity theft linked to mining operations.…

Cliff Notes – Chelsea deserve to be in PL title race – Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta Mikel Arteta acknowledges Chelsea’s deserving position in the Premier League title race, citing their squad quality and recent performance. Arteta praises Chelsea as one of the most enjoyable teams to watch, highlighting their attacking fluidity and individual talent. Injury updates reveal Leandro Trossard and other players are nearing recovery, with Gabriel Jesus close to returning after knee surgery. Chelsea deserve to be in PL title race – Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta believes Chelsea deserve to be in the Premier League title race…

TL;DR The Crewkerne Gazette is using AI-generated satire to engage younger audiences, distinguishing itself from traditional political satire shows like Spitting Image. Recent viral videos include notable figures such as Kemi Badenoch and Rachel Reeves, highlighting an innovative approach to political commentary. The anonymity of creators stems from concerns over free speech and safety in the current political climate, particularly regarding issues facing comedians. PM’s rap battle with Sky’s Beth Rigby goes viral – and one of the AI satirists behind it explains why  Satire has long been an occupational hazard for politicians – and while it has long been…

Cliff Notes – Zelenskyy ally Andriy Yermak resigns amid corruption probe Andriy Yermak resigned from his position as chief of staff to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy following searches of his home amid a corruption investigation linked to a kickback scheme at Ukraine’s state-run energy firm, Energoatom. The resignation coincides with escalating scrutiny of high-level corruption in Ukraine, prompting public frustration and calls for accountability among senior officials, including some within Zelenskyy’s party. President Zelenskyy stated he would review candidates for Yermak’s post while emphasising the need for Ukraine to avoid mistakes during a critical period of ongoing conflict with Russia. Zelenskyy…

An Airbus spokesperson said that the necessary software change would affect up to 6,000 planes, which will cause massive delays globally.

Cliff Notes – Pep Guardiola: Manchester City ‘didn’t try’ in Bayer Leverkusen loss Pep Guardiola acknowledged his team’s lack of effort in their 2-0 defeat to Bayer Leverkusen, attributing it to a risk-averse mindset among the players he rotated in. The manager admitted to making a mistake with his selection, stating that the performance was more concerning than the result itself. Guardiola expressed confidence in his squad despite their recent struggles, highlighting the need for players to embrace risk and assertiveness on the pitch. Pep Guardiola: Manchester City ‘didn’t try’ in Bayer Leverkusen loss Pep Guardiola said his much-changed Manchester…

Norris Eyes Turn 1 Overtaking Chance in Qatar GP Sprint Lando Norris, the current leader of the Formula 1 championship, has pinpointed an early opportunity at Turn 1 as his best chance to improve his position from third on the grid during the Qatar Grand Prix sprint race. With overtaking difficulties forecasted, Norris is determined to seize any advantage. Turn 1: The Key Overtaking Point The Losail circuit, renowned for its fast-paced, flowing corners, offers limited overtaking opportunities outside of Turn 1. Norris, who expressed regret for a costly error in qualifying, noted that the opening corner will dictate the…

TL;DR Airbus has ordered software updates for around half of its A320 family fleet due to a significant control issue linked to solar radiation, prompting potential travel disruptions. A recent JetBlue flight incident, where a sudden altitude drop caused injuries, revealed that solar radiation could corrupt critical flight control data, necessitating immediate repairs. While the software fix is expected to be quick, some aircraft may require hardware replacements, extending downtime for affected jets. Concerns over ‘intense’ solar radiation affecting Airbus planes has led to global flight disruption Thousands of planes from Airbus’s widely-used A320 family have been ordered for repairs…