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VLC now runs natively on M1 Macs
The latest update to ubiquitous open-source media player VLC is here, and it comes with native support for Apple silicon Mac computers — the new versions of the MacBook Pro, the MacBook Air, and the Mac mini with Apple’s own M1 processor. VLC 3.0.12 also includes some visual tweaks to bring it further in line
70% of ATMs will have to close under current regulations to sanitize
A variety of sanitation solutions have been introduced in response to COVID-19, challenging self-service equipment providers looking to prevent the spread of the virus. Consumers could be short of cash soon, not because their bank accounts are empty, but because banks could be forced to close down some of their automatic teller machines (ATMs). This
FNB avails digital channels, zero monthly fee account and vast points of presence for social grants
FNB has reiterated its commitment to support safer and convenient access to social grants by availing its world-class digital channels, vast network of over 600 branches, and more than 5 000 ATMs nationwide to be used by social grant beneficiaries. CEO of FNB Consumer Core Banking, Ancley Jacobs says, “Social grants play a vital role
Load shedding in 2021 – Product Director at Rectron, Mathew Hall gives four tips to keep the lights on
Eskom announced this year that load shedding is expected to continue as power demand exceeds supply and more downtime is needed for overdue maintenance of the system. According to the latest data published by the state-owned utility, Eskom’s forecast shows that there is a high-risk probability of load shedding, every week for the next three
SAPS arrests 3 Gauteng restaurant managers for selling liquor under level 3 lockdown
SAPS received information that two popular restaurants one in Sandton and the other in Silverton, Pretoria, were selling booze to customers against level 3 lockdown regulations. Police found the restaurant in Sandton on West Street filled to capacity and openly serving alcohol on the tables Two managers were handcuffed and more than R500,000 worth of
WhatsApp extends update deadline
WhatsApp has extended the deadline by which its two billion users must either accept its updated terms and conditions or stop using the service. The original cut-off date was 8 February, but users now have until 15 May to take action. The firm was criticised for sending the notification, which seemed to suggest changes to
Samsung vice chairman Jay Y. Lee receives 30-month prison term in bribery trial
A South Korean court sentenced Samsung Electronics vice chairman Jay Y. Lee to two and a half years in prison on Monday, which could delay the group’s ownership restructuring following the death of Lee’s father in October. The ruling also cements a major shift in South Korea’s view on wrongdoings committed by the owners of
How optimized energy management delivers reliability, efficiency and sustainability at the Fekola Gold Mine
How Optimized Energy Management Delivers Reliability, Efficiency and Sustainability at the Fekola Gold Mine Since B2Gold first acquired the Fekola gold mine, located in a remote corner of southwest Mali, exploration studies revealed the deposits to be almost double the initial estimates. A recent site expansion has just been completed, and while the existing power
Biden Prepares For 11-event virtual marathon leading up to Inauguration
We are literally a few hours towards the Inauguration. The week is here for President-elect Joe Biden. In just a few days, Biden will become the 46th president of the United States. There is increased security in the nation’s capital and across the country as Delaware’s favorite son prepares to be inaugurated as president. The
Covid-19 cripples sales at Truworths
Truworths has reported lower first-half sales as its operations in SA and the UK continue to be impacted by Covid-19 and challenging economic conditions. Earnings are also likely to come in lower, further weighed down by an impairment of its Office chain of shoe shops. In a business update for the 26 weeks to 27
Vice President-elect Kamala Harris leaves her Senate seat
Vice President-elect Kamala Harris will resign her Senate seat on Monday, two days before she and President-elect Joe Biden are inaugurated. Aides to the California Democrat confirmed the timing and said Gov. Gavin Newsom was aware of her decision, clearing the way for him to appoint fellow Democrat Alex Padilla, now California’s secretary of state,
Eskom extends loadshedding
Embattled power utility, Eskom has announced that loadshedding will be reduced to Stage 1 from 11pm on Sunday night until 5am on Monday morning and will resume to stage 2 from tomorrow. Eskom said in a statement, “Regrettably, as the return to service of some generation units has been delayed, as well as the need
Facebook to block events near the White House through Inauguration Day
Facebook won’t let people create events that take place “in close proximity” to the White House, the US Capitol building, or any state capitol buildings through Inauguration Day, the company announced on Friday. The move builds upon Facebook’s previously announced Inauguration Day preparations aiming to prevent the platform from being used to organize a violent
SAFTU calls for Ramaphosa to appear at state capture inquiry after Brian Molefe spills the beans
The South African Federation of Trade Unions has summoned President Cyril Ramaphosa to appear before the state capture inquiry following the allegations labelled against him by Brian Molefe. The former Eskom CEO focused on Ramaphosa’s position as chair at Glencore-owned Optimum Coal Holdings. Optimum’s attempt to renegotiate its coal supply agreement with Eskom was scuppered
(Sponsored) UNISA offers an alternative pathway to higher-level education. Take your degree to the next level with one of the UNISA Doctoral Degrees offered by the College of Human Sciences
UNISA offers an alternative pathway to higher-level education. Take your degree to the next level with one of the UNISA Doctoral Degrees offered by the College of Human Sciences. Some of the UNISA Doctoral qualifications available in the College of Human Sciences are: PhD in Anthropology; Art; Music; History; Political Science; Religious Studies; Sociology; and
Momentum: Growth mindset is another ingredient in the formula to shaping your future
How would you respond if you knew that success or failure mostly depended on what you personally believed about the future? There is much written on mindset and success. Mindset is revolutionary. Carol Dweck, renowned psychologist who is known for her work on mindset, referred to mindset as ‘the new psychology of success’. How would
2021 MacBook Pro: More ports, brighter screens, minor design changes, next-gen M-series chips and more
Apple is planning a major MacBook Pro redesign for the third quarter of 2021, according to a research note written by TF International Securities analyst Ming-chi Kuo and reported on by MacRumors, 9to5Mac, and Apple Insider. Kuo calls it the first major redesign of the MacBook Pro since the introduction of the current generation in
Samsung will no longer include headphones and a charging brick for future phones
In a Q&A about why it’s no longer including headphones and a charging brick in the box, Samsung says it believes gradually removing the accessories from its phones could help make them more sustainable. This answer implies that, while the next generations of its phones may not come with the included accessories, some may. Samsung has other lines
China urges people to avoid holiday travel as COVID cases spike
China has reported the most daily cases of COVID-19 in more than 10 months on Friday, as local governments and factory owners began in offering incentives to the country’s millions of migrant workers not to return to their home provinces for the Lunar New Year holidays in February. A total of 144 new COVID-19 cases
Uganda election: Will Bobi Wine be the end of Museveni’s sixth term bid?
As millions of Ugandans prepare to pick the country’s president this week, the stakes could not be higher. The run-up to Thursday’s vote has been marred by restrictions on campaigning, arrests of opposition figures and deadly violence. At least 54 people were killed in November as security forces put down protests by opposition supporters. Longtime