Adana recently hosted Türkiye’s inaugural summit on social gastronomy and sustainable agriculture, held in October as part of the 8th International Taste of Adana Festival. Supported by the Adana Governor’s Office and organised in collaboration with the Switzerland-based Social Gastronomy Movement (SGM), the summit focused on food sustainability, soil health, irrigation, and the environmental impact of agriculture. Participants included chefs, farmers, and entrepreneurs from Switzerland, the Netherlands, Mexico, the USA, and the Philippines. Chef Ebru Baybara Demir, the first Turkish chef to win the 2023 Basque Culinary World Prize and a recognised Global Food Hero by the UNFAO, led the…
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Innovative platform poised to reshape the industry with advanced technology and a pioneering business approach The Code Registry, a frontrunner in AI-enhanced software asset management, has today introduced a new, no-cost software code escrow service. This groundbreaking initiative is set to revolutionise the field by making secure code escrow accessible to companies of all sizes, using advanced technology alongside a unique business model. Historically, software code escrow services have been prohibitively costly and complicated, often limiting their availability to large corporations. The Code Registry’s latest offering removes these barriers, providing a free and user-friendly platform to safeguard the integrity and…
A recent experiment by Christopher Drake, founder of That Automation Agency, has exposed potential risks in bank voice authentication systems due to the advancement of AI-driven voice cloning technology. Drake, who also published a YouTube video detailing his experiment, used AI-generated voice samples to circumvent a bank’s voice ID security, casting doubt on the reliability of biometric authentication methods. “I was building a solution for a client related to voice AI and video AI technologies, which allow you to duplicate your voice and visuals without recording or filming anything,” Drake explained. “Curiosity led me to test whether this technology could…
Ahnya O’Riordan (The Life List, Sinking Spring) has joined the cast of Chicago Med for its 10th season in a prominent guest star role. Ahnya will take on the character of Sylvie Joseph, a pregnant high school student whose storyline sheds light on the social and cultural influences surrounding teenage pregnancy. She will make her debut in the sixth episode, Forget Me Not, airing on 6th November 2024. Ahnya began her career as a child model and commercial actress, later joining Kidz Bop as a singer and dancer. Kidz Bop, known for family-friendly covers of popular songs, has featured notable…
One of the hallmarks of Kimberly Grant’s approach to corporate success is her ability to consistently foster a sense of curiosity. Never one to accept standardized answers or solutions, she consistently pushes herself and those around her to improve by asking questions and looking for new ways to approach challenges. A lack of complacency was evident in Kimberly Grant from a young age and gave her a foundation to work from. Taking on a serving job for a local casual dining restaurant, Grant’s curiosity and desire to learn helped move her through a variety of different roles with the company.…
The Khalili Foundation, a global leader in promoting peace through arts, culture, and education, has been named as the Founding Member of The King’s Commonwealth Fellowship Programme (KCFP). The announcement was made at an event held at the University of Samoa, attended by His Majesty King Charles III, Professor Sir Nasser David Khalili, and The Hon. Philip Davis, Prime Minister of the Bahamas. Commonwealth Small Island Developing States (SIDS) are among the world’s most vulnerable nations, facing significant economic and environmental pressures. These challenges include youth out-migration, skills shortages in public sectors, and severe effects of climate change, all of…
UK insolvency rates are at a two-decade high, and Clarke Bell, a leading insolvency firm, warns that the upcoming Autumn Budget could push even more companies into liquidation. Set for 30th October 2024, the Budget is expected to include tax hikes and spending reductions that may exacerbate financial struggles for small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). Businesses are already three times more likely to face liquidation compared to pre-pandemic levels, and Clarke Bell is advising directors to consider options such as Creditors’ Voluntary Liquidation (CVL) and Members’ Voluntary Liquidation (MVL) before their situation worsens. With the Autumn Budget looming, UK businesses…
Pollution insurance, also known as environmental liability insurance, is designed to protect businesses from the financial risks associated with environmental damage, including pollution clean-up, third-party claims, and legal defence costs. With growing environmental awareness and stricter regulations, pollution insurance has become a crucial safeguard for many industries. But who really needs this type of coverage? Industries That Are Most at Risk While environmental damage can occur in any sector, there are certain industries that are particularly vulnerable to pollution risks due to the nature of their operations. These industries typically involve using hazardous materials, chemicals, or processes that could contaminate…
Bluewater, a Swedish leader in water purification and beverage innovation, has called for an immediate ban on single-use plastic water bottles after a global research study revealed that nearly all bottled water samples tested contain harmful PFAS chemicals. This urgent appeal highlights what Bluewater views as a worldwide environmental and health crisis caused by the pervasive presence of these ‘forever chemicals’ in water, food, and air. The study, led by researchers from the University of Birmingham in the UK and China’s Southern University of Science and Technology, detected PFAS chemicals in tap water in major cities across Britain and China.…
Honk Honk, an energetic Boston bull terrier, has now been officially recognised as the first dog to travel the entire world. This title had previously been attributed to two other dogs: Laika, a Russian dog who orbited the Earth aboard Sputnik 2 in 1957, and Savannah, a rescue dog who accompanied her owner Tom Turcich on foot during a global trek from 2015 to 2022. However, British journalist and author Sally Smith has verified Honk Honk’s achievement after uncovering records of his extraordinary 13-month journey, which started in New Jersey and saw him cross Europe and Asia before returning home…