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The Biden administration declares genocide in Sudan, attributing it to the Rapid Support Forces in the ongoing civil war. The crisis has led to severe hunger and displacement of millions. Efforts are being made to provide humanitarian aid, but peace talks have not succeeded. The U.S. is leading initiatives to address the famine and calls for global support.
Xiaomi is rumored to unveil the 15 Ultra at Mobile World Congress in March, following its Chinese launch. The flagship phone is expected to feature Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset, a 2K OLED screen with 120 Hz refresh rate, and a 6,000 mAh battery with fast charging. The camera setup may include a 200 MP periscope telephoto lens for 100x hybrid zoom.
The SA Rugby awards nominees have been announced, with Pieter-Steph du Toit a frontrunner for Men’s Player of the Year. Other notable nominees include Eben Etzebeth, Cheslin Kolbe, Damian De Allende, and Ox Nche. Winners will be revealed soon. President Mark Alexander praised the players for their contributions to the successful 2023 season. Fans can share their highlights via email or WhatsApp.
Illegal trade in South Africa’s succulent plants poses a significant threat to many species, with about 16% of the world’s succulent species found in the Succulent Karoo Biome.
Samsung Galaxy A36 is set to launch in the US with Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 SoC. The device, with 6GB RAM, scored 967 in single-core and 2,750 in multi-core on Geekbench. It will run Android 15. Galaxy M06 5G and F06 5G received Wi-Fi certification, supporting 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Launch dates are pending.
Air pollution exceeded WHO guidelines in 97% of cities globally in 2021, with India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh among the worst. Scandinavian countries, Australia, Canada, Japan, and the UK had better air quality. US air pollution increased, mainly due to fossil fuels, wildfires, and transportation. China saw improved air quality, while the Amazon Rainforest emitted more CO2 than absorbed. The report highlights the urgent need for global action to reduce air pollution and combat climate change.
Aleksandr, a Russian soldier, had minimal training before being deployed to Ukraine in 2023. He lost his leg in combat and is struggling to adjust to life with a prosthetic. Returning veterans face challenges reintegrating into society, with both physical and emotional needs. Families must now care for these veterans who have returned from war.
Lake Powell, the second-largest US reservoir, has lost 7% of storage capacity since 1963 due to drought and sediment buildup. Water levels are at 25%, impacting water supply for millions in the West. Concerns grow over water shortages and hydropower generation. The Colorado River system faces challenges from drought and climate change. Assistant Secretary Trujillo emphasizes the need for scientific data to plan for the future.
OnePlus 13 now supports being located through Find My Device even when turned off, thanks to Qualcomm’s FastConnect 7900 system. This feature is useful for tracking stolen phones. The device maker needs to implement this feature, and OnePlus has done so. The phone’s $100 price hike compared to the OnePlus 12 is not justified by this addition.
The United States accuses Sudanese paramilitary group of genocide in Darfur conflict. Secretary of State Blinken singles out Rapid Support Forces for ethnically targeted violence. Treasury Department imposes sanctions on RSF leader and UAE companies for trading weapons and gold. Blinken condemns systematic murders, rapes, and brutal violence against civilians.
