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Heads up farmers drought relief ends in June
President Nandi-Ndaitwah told northern farmers they need to work hard for good harvests because food aid will shrink soon. From June onward, the government plans to give drought-relief food only to people badly hit by floods. Many farmers across the country already expect good crop yields after recent rainfall. The president spoke about these changes during her visit to Ehenye Relocation Centre, where over 1,300 flood victims stay. She made clear that food distribution won't stop completely. She explained that areas received good rain this year, which helped most farmers produce enough food. Thanks to these harvests, people probably won't face hunger. Starting in June, only those whose fields were underwater will receive food...
Zambezi crew sprays fields to beat locusts
Agriculture officials sprayed almost 2000 hectares of farmland in the Zambezi region. They worked to stop locusts after earlier problems with fall armyworms. The pests mainly attack maize fields but leave mahangu or sorghum alone. Recent droughts also threatened food supplies in this area. Good rains might help farmers recover from these challenges. About 168 farmers received help from the ministry. Most crops near harvest time should escape serious damage. Locusts prefer eating fresh green leaves rather than dried plants. Ministry spokesperson Simon Nghipandulwa feels confident about managing the outbreak. Extra teams arrived to support field workers with pest control equipment. The agriculture department keeps watching locust...
Namibia president vows to fire slackers
President Nandi-Ndaitwah made a strong statement to government officials during her visit to flood-affected northern regions. She clearly warned she would dismiss anyone not performing their duties properly. The president reminded everyone that voters gave her authority but could also remove her from office. She emphasized her responsibility to use the power citizens entrusted to her. The president directed Deputy Prime Minister Ithete to ensure all public servants fulfill their obligations. She stressed the need for teamwork when handling national challenges like the current floods. Her message highlighted that cooperation helps solve problems more effectively. The president praised governors, stakeholders, also flood victims for...
President warns dont walk through flooded areas
President Nandi-Ndaitwah warned people to stay away from flooded areas during her Etunda visit on Saturday. Recent floods in northern regions forced schools to close. The military currently delivers food aid to affected areas. The president emphasized safety: "We don't want to lose even one life if we can prevent it." She thanked the central government for cooperating with regional authorities. Their joint efforts bring essential services to communities affected by climate-related disasters. The president spoke at Etunda Relocation Centre, where many displaced people shelter. Local officials report continuous monitoring of water levels throughout the region. Weather experts predict that additional rainfall might occur in the coming...
Which jobs can give you varicose veins
Doctor Kirill Samokhin explained which jobs most often lead to vein problems. The vascular expert says varicose veins happen because of family history combined with pressure on blood vessels. People who stand all day face higher risks of developing this long-term health issue. Those who fly frequently or lift heavy objects might notice their veins becoming worse over time. Workers, hair stylists, medical professionals, and servers are more likely to develop vein disease. These workers experience strain on their muscles, bones, and joints. The same stress affects their backs, causing pain throughout their bodies. The extra pressure damages veins beneath the skin surface. The doctor warns about certain beauty treatments that cause spider...
Raw garlic is your new secret health hack
Russian health officials shared good news about garlic. They believe this vegetable helps your body work better. Experts say eating garlic makes your stomach, immune system, heart, liver, and brain function properly. They call garlic a natural medicine because it fights bad bacteria inside you. Garlic speeds up how your body processes food. It helps with gas problems and prevents colds, flu, and breathing illnesses. The strong smell comes from compounds that lower bad cholesterol, make blood vessels stronger, and stop clots from forming. Garlic removes harmful particles from your body, keeps gallstones away, improves thinking, and lowers stroke risk. Not everyone should eat garlic, though. People with stomach issues, kidney problems...
TSMC cut AI chip ties with Huawei in 2020
TSMC says it has never sent chips to Huawei since the ban started. The company denies reports about shipping AI processors to the Chinese tech giant. TSMC must follow US rules that stop sales of advanced chips to Huawei. These limits began under Trump, with final shipments allowed until September 2020. TSMC claims it follows all laws for its products. Reports suggest Chinese companies like DeepSeek have top AI chips similar to Western ones. Some experts think Huawei makes many Ascend AI chips itself. Tech researchers found these chips came from TSMC factories. But Huawei might have bought these parts before sanctions started. TSMC makes chips with processes from 7-nanometer down to 3-nanometer sizes. The company carefully watches for...
Intel gets Battlemage GPUs prepped for AI work
Intel is working on new graphics cards, as shipping documents show they keep making Battlemage models. The papers mention BMG-G31, a better chip than what we see in current Battlemage cards. This version might have 24-32 Xe2 cores with a 256-bit memory bus. People thought Intel canceled this model, but papers show it exists for research purposes. Another strange entry shows BMG C32 mixing Battlemage with Celestial names. Experts think this might be an updated version of BMG-G31. Intel seems to make several Battlemage cards, but nobody knows if these will sell to regular computer users. The company is already working on its next Xe3 Celestial design for Panther Lake chips. Their new leader wants more focus on AI products. Intel probably...
This LANCOOL 207 case now has front LCD
Lian Li improved their LANCOOL 207 case with a screen on the front panel. The new version has a 6-inch LCD at the bottom that shows pictures at 720x1600 resolution at 60Hz with a bright 500-nit light. Users can put personal stuff on it or use it as a small extra monitor through USB. It helps show computer part temperatures or tell time even when the computer is off. The case is roomy inside, with space for motherboards, graphics cards, and coolers. It has a power supply cover at the front instead of the back to help hide cables better. This cover comes with fans already attached, apart from the ones in front. People can connect power cables easily without blocking air flow. The top has room for a 360mm cooling system, with back vents...
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