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Astronomer CEO Andy Byron kisses Kristin Cabot at Gillette Stadium
Andy Byron, chief executive of data infrastructure firm Astronomer, sparked widespread online controversy after cameras captured him embracing Chief People Officer Kristin Cabot during a Coldplay performance at Gillette Stadium on July 16. The pair attempted to conceal their identities when the jumbotron displayed their intimate moment to thousands of concertgoers. Coldplay frontman Chris Martin remarked that the two were either conducting an affair or felt extremely shy about the public attention. Social media users shared the footage millions of times across multiple platforms, generating extensive commentary and speculation about their relationship. A fraudulent apology statement containing lyrics from the band's song Fix You...
Max Weinbach shows M3 Ultra hitting 50fps in Cyberpunk 2077 on Mac
The M3 Ultra chip delivers exceptional performance when running Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition on Mac systems efficiently. Max Weinbach conducted comprehensive tests using the 80-core GPU variant equipped with 512GB unified memory at demanding visual settings. Path tracing activation alongside maximum graphics options produced average framerates of 50.64 per second at 2560x1440 resolution. MetalFX scaling technology helped maintain smooth gameplay during intensive rendering sequences throughout testing periods consistently. The chip handled these advanced lighting effects better than expected for Apple hardware capabilities available. CD PROJEKT RED disabled ray tracing features by default across all Apple Silicon models due to...
Burundi nationals caught in Chirundu hitching a ride to Harare
Detectives arrested three Burundi citizens at a Chirundu service station after receiving information about their presence. Manasse Nshimirimana, Arcade Nihorimbere, and Eddy Yaremye Huvugi sought transportation to Harare without proper documentation. Officers detained the men on June 23 when they failed to present valid permits during questioning. The National Prosecuting Authority sentenced each defendant to four months' imprisonment, with the sentence suspended for five years. Their freedom depends on maintaining good behavior during the probationary period. Zimbabwe serves as a significant transit point for migrants from East and West Africa traveling to South Africa. Security forces have increased operations along smuggling...
Harare traffic lights go dark after ZETDC prepaid meter mix-up
Harare faces widespread traffic disruptions after newly installed prepaid electricity meters failed to activate properly. The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company placed the meters but has not yet registered them on their vending platform. This prevents the city from purchasing electricity credits to power essential infrastructure. Major intersections at Samora Machel and Rekai Tangwena, Julius Nyerere and Kenneth Kaunda, and Bishop Gaul and Abdel Gamal Nasser have lost traffic signal functionality. Streetlights across the metropolitan area remain dark. Municipal and national police officers have stepped in to direct vehicle flow at affected crossings. The power utility company works around the clock to complete...
City of Harare starts smart water meters project with Helcraw Water
Harare City partnered with Helcraw Water to launch smart water meters across the capital. Officials from both organizations met last week to finalize supply, installation and commissioning plans. The collaboration addresses digital billing systems, Morton Jaffray treatment plant upgrades and water infrastructure improvements. The enhanced facility will boost daily production from 350 megalitres to 520 megalitres. Pipe replacement programs will strengthen citywide distribution networks. Mayor Jacob Mafume explained that prepaid water meters offer cost advantages over traditional systems. Helcraw executive Farai Jere confirmed that project equipment and vehicles are ready for deployment. The initiative eliminates estimated billing...
POTRAZ turns post offices into innovation hubs in connectivity drive
Zimbabwe launches a nationwide initiative converting traditional post offices into technology hubs that will foster digital innovation across the country. The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe announced this transformation during the World Summit on the Information Society held in Geneva. Director General Gift Machengete outlined how these renovated facilities will become spaces where citizens can develop digital products and receive mentorship. The program specifically targets communities with limited access to modern infrastructure and technological resources. Rural areas will benefit from these excellence centers that aim to reduce the digital gap between urban and remote populations. The government...
MPs demand university reforms over student protest suspensions
Parliament members demanded immediate changes to university disciplinary systems after administrators suspended students for peaceful demonstrations about campus conditions. Youth representative Takudzwa Ngadziore questioned government officials about striking a balance between institutional regulations and constitutional protections during a parliamentary session. The suspensions affected students at the University of Zimbabwe, Midlands State University, and Great Zimbabwe University who protested welfare concerns. Deputy Minister Simelisizwe Sibanda justified the actions by citing university ordinances and existing legislation. Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi explained that Parliament had recently approved the University Act, along...
Harare man Jeff Nyamuchengwa avoids jail after repaying US$47,000
Magistrate Winfilder Tiyatara sentenced Jeff Nyamuchengwa to 50 months imprisonment for theft of trust property. The 36-year-old Hatipfeke Junkie owner will avoid jail time after the court suspended a 36-month sentence, contingent on repaying Justice Chembwa $47,000. Officials suspended six additional months for good behavior, while eight months will be served through community service. Nyamuchengwa received the money at Kebab Car Sale on June 7, 2024, when Chembwa deposited $12,920 for safekeeping following an armed robbery at his home. Christine Ngoshi later delivered another $34,118 to Nyamuchengwa that same month. The total amount reached $47,038, with no written documentation between the parties. Chembwa planned to retrieve his...
Zimbabwe rapper M.G. Hkh shakes the scene with raw love and loss drama
Prince Peter Moyo performs under the stage name M.G. Hkh and represents Zimbabwe's emerging musical talent. The 27-year-old artist crafts melodic rap that seamlessly blends emotional storytelling with soulful compositions. His music draws inspiration from international performer Rod Wave while maintaining authentic personal narratives. Listeners connect with his themes of love, heartbreak, grief, and personal growth. M.G. Hkh has developed a distinctive sound that resonates across Zimbabwe and beyond. Recent musical releases demonstrate his artistic evolution and emotional range. "Hard to Change" appeared on May 30, followed by "Love You No More" on June 4. "Rufu Runopedza Part 2" was released on May 22, exploring themes of loss and...
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