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  During the ongoing debate surrounding OpenAI's control, Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff has expressed interest in recruiting the company's AI researchers. He offered to match their compensation to join Salesforce's Einstein AI research team, encouraging them to submit their CVs directly to him. Benioff even responded directly to OpenAI employees on Twitter, assuring one that they wouldn't need to use Microsoft Teams at Salesforce, suggesting Slack for meetings. Former OpenAI CEO Sam Altman anticipated such attempts to attract his team, emphasizing unity and commitment among former employees.  Around 700 of OpenAI's 770 employees threatened to join Microsoft unless the current board, which ousted Altman, resigns. Microsoft's CEO, Satya Nadella, announced Altman and Greg Brockman joining the company to lead a new advanced AI research team.

  The Youth Employment Agency (YEA) has initiated the enrollment of Ghanaian youth in its Artisanal Trades and Vocation Module, aiming to generate a minimum of 20,000 sustainable jobs over a two-year period. Addressing the persistent issue of youth unemployment as a national security concern, the YEA underscores the urgency to provide sustainable employment opportunities. The model involves collaboration with a registered private sector partner through a public-private partnership (PPP), focusing on ten trades and vocations to enhance the skills and capacity of unemployed youth nationwide. The project seeks to train and equip 20,000 young individuals by the end of 2024, fostering entrepreneurship, business management, and access to local and international markets. Emphasizing the affirmative action principle, a significant portion of beneficiary slots will be allocated to young women, encouraging self-employment and identifying entrepreneurial opportunities. The YEA emphasizes the ...

  China's top diplomat urged swift international action to address the Gaza conflict during a meeting with leaders from Arab and Muslim-majority nations. Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized China's commitment to justice and fairness, calling for an immediate ceasefire. The visiting ministers echoed the call for an end to the conflict, expressing the need for urgent relief efforts. Beijing has been actively involved in diplomatic initiatives, including a multi-country tour by a peace envoy and advocating for a ceasefire at the UN. China aims to strengthen its global influence and enhance ties with countries in the Arab world amid the conflict.

  Germany has identified 20 in-demand jobs that qualify for work visas targeting foreign professionals. As a leading economic force in Europe, Germany faces significant labor shortages in various sectors, driven by factors like an aging population, low birth rates, and growing demand for skilled workers. The nation actively seeks international talent to address these shortages, particularly in crucial areas like agriculture, construction, and transportation. Specifically: Agriculture: Roles in livestock production, forestry, and horticulture lack skilled workers. Construction: Various trades such as metalworking, automation, surveying, scaffolding, and more face a deficit of workers. Transportation: The sector, especially in freight forwarding, logistics, and earthmoving machinery drivers, experiences a shortage. The list of 20 in-demand jobs includes positions in 1.livestock farming 2.forestry 3.horticulturet  4.woodwork 5. metalworking 6. automations 7. scaffolding 8. interi...

  Randy Orton's return to WWE is uncertain, and recent reports suggest that when he does come back, it may not align with fans' expectations. Despite being absent for over a year, the speculation of him immediately contending for a major title seems unlikely. Contrary to rumors, a recent report from Fightful Select indicates that discussions about Orton winning a title upon his return haven't taken place backstage. Fans will have to wait to discover WWE's plans for Orton's comeback.

  The disagreement leading to Sam Altman's removal from his CEO position at OpenAI revolves around differing views on the safety of rapidly developing and publicly deploying artificial intelligence (AI). Altman and some, like him, see the need for real-world testing to refine AI, while others advocate fully developing and testing it in a controlled environment first.  The rift reflects broader concerns within the tech community about the safety of rapidly advancing technologies like AI and self-driving cars. Altman's dismissal, in part, stems from concerns that OpenAI was releasing AI products too quickly, potentially compromising safety. The fate of OpenAI is seen as crucial to AI development, and the interim CEO, Emmett Shear, has expressed a desire to slow down AI development. The reasons behind Altman's removal remain somewhat unclear, but the challenges facing OpenAI in navigating the balance between innovation and safety are evident.

  The Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, traveled in his 88-year-old Rolls Royce from the Manhyia Palace to the St. Peter’s Basilica in Kumasi on Sunday, November 19, 2023, for the Thanksgiving Service honoring the late former First Lady, Theresa Aba Kufuor.  Accompanying him was his wife, Lady Julia. This historic Rolls Royce, originally used by Otumfuo Sir Osei Agyeman Prempeh II in 1935, holds ceremonial significance for Asante Kings. The vehicle was employed once again at the Thanksgiving Service, marking the reunification of the Asante Confederacy, with Asantehene Otumfuo Osei Tutu II in attendance.

  The World Bank describes roads as the vital lifelines of the economy, connecting producers to markets, facilitating commutes to work and school, and ensuring access to healthcare. In the African context, countries are investing significantly in roads, recognizing their role in fostering economic growth, job opportunities, and interconnected communities. Beyond physical connectivity, well-maintained roads symbolize a nation's dedication to progress, providing smoother journeys for both citizens and visitors. A novel measure of road quality, the Mean Speed (MS) score, developed by the International Monetary Fund using Google Maps data, reveals that certain African countries excel in road infrastructure. This score is closely linked to the World Bank's Rural Access Index and the WEF's Quality of Road Infrastructure score. The top 10 African countries with the best road infrastructure, based on the MS score, include South Africa, Namibia, Morocco, Botswana, Libya, Algeria, Zi...